Person jumping off a boat in Vietnam.
Two female lions sitting in a tree.
Group of people backpacking along the Lost Coast of California.
People sea kayaking in yellow kayaks through a canyon in Europe.
The Grand Teton
Group of people hiking in a field in front of large Alaskan mountains.
Five people with their arms in the air in rice fields in Vietnam.
students on a river in whitewater kayaks holding the paddles above their heads
People trekking in a snow field on the Grand Teton.
Group of people with their hands in the air in front of Yellowstone hot springs

Do Something Wild

Why Wilderness Adventures?

Bringing students together from around the world to embark on life changing adventures since 1973. Today, Wilderness Adventures offers immersive programs for students K-12th+ grade to explore, grow, and build community.

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Why Wilderness Adventures?

Girl with both arms in the air at a beautiful Yosemite overlook.
3 young boys sitting on a rock in the woods smiling.

Unique Operating Permits

Wilderness Adventures boasts more outdoor permits than any other camp, granting our teens exclusive access to the most spectacular national parks, forests, and Wilderness areas in the country.

1985 Group in front of a waterfall
Travelers walking in a line over a stream, all with backpacks
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Rich History

Since 1973, Wilderness Adventures, or as some might know us as Wilderness Ventures, has grown to serve more than 30,000 alumni on trips throughout 6 continents.

Traveler group photo all with rock climbing helmets and gear on

Community

With students coming from all across the country and from all different backgrounds, the tight-knit Wilderness Adventures community is one where everybody is welcomed and celebrated.

Group of people backpacking along the Lost Coast of California.

Ready to start your Wilderness Adventure?