Posts tagged Wilderness
Youth Leadership Week | Rising 9th - 11th

The Youth Leadership Week focuses on helping young people of all identities find confidence and courage through leadership in an inclusive, affirming, supportive community. Along the way, participants will explore the definitions and styles of leadership through experiential activities on Cow Island, guided discussion, self reflection and peer leadership opportunities.

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Girls Leadership Week | Rising 9th - 11th

The Girls Leadership Week focuses on helping young female-identifying participants find confidence and courage through leadership. Along the way, participants will explore the definitions and styles of leadership through experiential activities on Cow Island, guided discussion, self reflection and peer leadership opportunities.

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CELP (Cow Island Environmental Leadership Program) | Rising 9th - 11th

This 10-day outdoor adventure for high school students explores elements of what it means to be an environmental leader through active community service, wilderness experiences, and environmental stewardship. CELP culminates in a four day sea kayaking expedition where students volunteer their time to improve the islands of Casco Bay.

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Sea 2 Summit Trek | Rising 9th - 12th

Lace-up your boots and grab a paddle for this ten-day wilderness adventure that begins with backpacking and rock climbing in the White Mountains before heading to the ocean for a multi-day sea-kayaking expedition. Ten days of adventure await those willing to go the distance, challenge themselves, and have an epic adventure they’ll never forget!

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ROLE After School Programs

Rippleffect believes that hands-on education in outdoor classrooms is fundamental to the healthy development of citizens and communities. Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Education (ROLE) brings the best of Rippleffect’s curriculum to local middle schools during the fall, winter, spring and late spring quarters of each year. Our guides travel to participating schools one afternoon each week to teach leadership and outdoor skills.

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School Leadership & Orientations

Rippleffect believes that hands-on education in outdoor classrooms is fundamental to the healthy development of citizens and communities. Rippleffect is committed to providing outdoor adventure and experiential education in outdoor classrooms to Maine youth. Rippleffect school orientations and leadership programs are intended to instill students with a sense of confidence and cohesiveness as a class. 

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Classic Cow Islanders | Rising 6th

In this week-long overnight program, students will spend the week on Cow Island developing leadership skills, outdoor living practices, and sea kayaking. This program is perfect for adventurous individuals who are excited to be challenged by living on Cow Island.

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