When it comes to unforgettable summers AAVE -All About Visiting Earth has been leading the teen adventure travel industry since 1976. Our vision empowers high school students to feel alive, competent and part of a self-motivated team. Enjoy world class expeditions in rock climbing, white water rafting, backpacking, biking, sailing, kayaking, horse packing and service projects. Our hallmark is responsibility, commitment and inspirational leadership. Phone interview and references are required. Join us in Alaska, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Europe, Colorado, Thailand, Australia, England, California, Washington state, Africa and beyond. More locations. More adventures. Trips of a lifetime.

Since 1973, Wilderness Ventures has been conducting exciting expeditions for beginners and experienced young adults, ages 13 through 20. Expeditions visit a variety of wilderness environments in the Western United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Europe, Australia, Central & South America, and the South Pacific for extended periods. Students learn outdoor and group leadership skills as well as gain an appreciation for various wilderness environments. Activities include backpacking, whitewater rafting & kayaking, mountaineering, biking, sailing, SCUBA, canoeing, sea kayaking, and community service. Participants come from nearly every state and several countries. Enrollment is limited, and applicants must submit school references prior to admission. Previous wilderness experience is not necessary.

Join Adventure Treks for two, three and four week Adventures for young adults ages 13 - 18 in the amazing scenery of the North American West. How many teenagers get to Climb Mount Saint Helens, sea kayak with seals, rock climb famous cliffs, or raft big northwestern whitewater? Join students from all over the country and the world. Discover fun, friendships, adventure, community and growth. Program features a 1:4 instructor to student ratio. contact us today for a 2008 brochure and DVD.

“I tell parents they won’t believe their good fortune to have stumbled upon such a wholesome organization, with fabulous instructors, who use fun and adventure to tap into a facet of your child’s character, endurance, or personality that had never before found expression.”
F.D. Fields, parent from Pittsburg, PA

Providing summer camp learning experiences for students ages 9 to 15, Salish Sea Expeditions enables participants to explore the depths of Puget Sound from a 63' historic wooden schooner. With careful supervision and patient instruction, students will learn how to sail, navigate, and pilot the vessel. When not involved with sailing, students will be able to design and conduct their own group marine science research project, using the latest in research equipment and exploration tools. Marine scientists will be aboard to assist students in their experiments. Evenings are spent around the campfire, camping at a local marine state park. This marine science sailing adventure is the experience of a lifetime. Participants will have an adventure they'll remember fondly for years.

Additional programs are available through partnerships with the Pacific Science Center, The Seattle Aquarium, and IslandWood.

Wake Surfing (surf forever on the boat wake w/out a rope!)
Dinghy Sailing (small boat w/removable centerboard)
Keel Boat Sailing (big boat with fixed keel)
Windsurfing (starting out with our trainer boards)
Wake Boarding • Skim Boarding
Sea Kayaking • Rope Swing
Inner Tubing (large selection of towable water toys)
Over Water Flying Trapeze & Zip Line
Over Water Tight Rope Walking
Wet Suits • Hot Tub (for warming up anytime)
Sea Lion Watching • Crab Catching
Ramp Skating (with safety harness - no falls!)
Batting Cage • Beach Hike
Sand Castle Contest
Beach Fire (with hot dog & marshmallow roast)

Ages 11-17 • M-F 9-5 Summer Weeks, $350 per week
5 to 1 student to teacher ratio means all fun and no waiting!

A City of Edmonds Parks & Recreation Dep't Camp... Call 206-324-6715 for information and registration.