Teen Summers

Cascade-to-Coast Sampler (10–12 days)

Perfect for first-time overnighters who want a little of everything. The group hikes alpine lake loops, learns camp-craft under the pines, then migrates west for beach bonfires, tide-pool biology, and a finale of rafting or sea kayaking. Expect supportive small-group vibes and hands-on lessons in map reading, meal planning, and teamwork.

High-Adventure Leadership Intensive (12–14 days)

Designed for older teens hungry for bigger mileage and bigger voice. Backcountry routes dive deeper into wilderness zones—think multi-day treks on the Pacific Crest Trail or summit bids on lesser-known peaks. Leadership workshops are woven into daily goals; each teen rotates roles like navigator, chef, or morale captain. Evening debriefs foster reflection and next-level confidence.

River-Run Rafting Quest (8–12 days)

If your teen’s happy place is water, this is the splashy answer. Mornings start with river safety drills; afternoons unleash waves, eddies, and cliff-side campouts. Guides empower participants to read rapids, steer rafts, and even guide a leg of the trip. Off-river hours feature knot-tying challenges, leadership games, and star-gazing that’ll rival any screen.

Semester in the Wild (4–6 weeks)

For students ready to press pause on classroom walls, Oregon’s extended outdoor leadership semesters are transformative. Days blend academic credit in environmental science with expedition blocks—longer treks, service projects with forest rangers, and a capstone “solo” reflection (supervised, of course). College applications love it; personal growth skyrockets.

Pacific Northwest Grand Tour (30 days)

Have a teen itching to roam farther? Some itineraries launch in Portland, roll north to Seattle and snowy British Columbia, dip into Alaska’s glaciers, then finish with Hawaiian surf—Oregon serving as the high-energy kickoff. Ideal for teens chasing bucket-list bragging rights across multiple ecosystems, all under one trusted umbrella of supervision.