Winter Youth Programs
Our winter programming takes students into the mountains at a time of year that offers challenge, reward, and unique magic. Below you can find the basics about our offerings this winter. Please visit the program page for each to learn more.
Winter Trek
Join us on this very fun, three day, two night winter adventure in the mountains. Students will get to learn how to make a winter basecamp, hike in snowy conditions, and attempt an alpine summit! For those seeking a fun challenging adventure, look no further!
Ages: Open to all high school students
Dates of expedition: Saturday Jan 13th - Monday Jan 15th
February Break Adventure Camp
Join Rippleffect this February break for a week of connection, winter adventure and fun! Like our summer Aucocisco programs on Cow Island, participants will build relationships, learn outdoor skills and have unforgettable adventure experiences including winter hiking and snowshoeing. As with all Rippleffect programs, fun, group cohesion and inclusivity will be our number one priority, so anticipate some sledding and classic ripple games and activities sprinkled in to the adventure!
Ages: 4-5th and 6th-7th grades
Dates: Tuesday Feb 20th - Friday Feb 23rd
Winter Ice Climbing Camp
Join Rippleffect for a week of ice climbing instruction, fun, and new challenges! Ice climbing provides the unique opportunity to experience the alpine environment in a fresh and exciting way. New England is home to dozens of world-class ice climbs that participants will get to explore throughout the week while learning the basics of the sport. Skills that will be covered include crampon use, using ice axes, proper climbing technique, belaying, anchor building, site selection, and more! Participants of Rippleffect’s Ice Climbing Camp will gain the skills and confidence to take themselves to new heights!
Ages: Open to all high school students
Dates: Tuesday Feb 20th - Friday Feb 23rd
OUR YOUTH PROGRAMS OFFER:
Leadership Development
Group initiatives, games and team-building activities that cultivate skills in conflict resolution, small group problem solving and communication. Activities focus around 3 tiers of leadership: self, peer and community.
Outdoor Living
Wilderness camping and cooking skills, appropriate layering techniques, nutrition, hygiene, and general life skills that are critical to surviving and thriving in an outdoor environment. Special emphasis on Leave No Trace wilderness ethics.
Spirit
Helping students find a place of centered peace and comfort in their own solitude. Yoga, solos, journaling and group reflections and debriefs are critical aspects of all of our youth programs.
Environmental Education
Coastal ecosystems, organic gardening, monitoring invasive species and managing island conservation zones through service learning projects.