Teen Alpine Trek

OVERVIEW

Rippleffect now offers four seasons of outdoor adventure through our Treks program.  Our Treks offer the height of Rippleffect wilderness adventure as Trekkers will have the opportunity to summit snowy White Mountain peaks, expedition paddle throughout Casco Bay’s Calendar Islands, backpack on the Appalachian Trail, and more!  With 3-day long weekend programs throughout the school year to 10-day multi-sport treks, these programs are designed to meet a wide range of interests and schedules for busy students.  Specific destinations will vary based on the season and the weather conditions.

Open to all High School students (unless otherwise noted)

Teen Alpine Camp

This 5 day, alpine, and technical mountain exploration program is all about HIGH ADVENTURE!  Students will build a base camp in the white mountains and go on EPIC day adventures from base camp each day.  This program is designed to give students exposure to the higher peaks and exceptional rock climbs of New England and skills to adventure further independently. Experiences will include:

• Technical rock climbing

• Hiking 4,000’ peaks

• Learning fundamentals of rope, anchor and safety systems

• Outdoor living skills including outdoor cookery, water purification, navigation, bivouac, and wilderness camping.

• Rippleffect’s integrated leadership adventure curriculum 

DATES

2022 Summer Program Dates & Tuition information will be posted in November 2021 and Registration for summer 2022 will begin in December.