In our 20+ years guiding teens in the outdoors, we’ve been fortunate to travel to some of the most beautiful and remote places in the U.S. Some of these journeys include 10 or more days exploring coastal islands, climbing 14,000’ peaks, and getting lost in a labyrinth of southwestern canyons.

But for travelers who are new to outdoor adventures, especially those that involve more than a night or two away from home, these trips can be daunting. Every summer we are sure to offer a travel program tailored to those who would prefer an introductory level of challenge, or for whom a week is more suitable to their schedule and/ or comfort zone.

Happy Holidays, adventure seekers! As the hustle and bustle of the season approaches, there's a growing movement among those of us in the outdoor industry to reconsider the Black Friday chaos that has become synonymous with the post-Thanksgiving tradition.

As seasoned outdoor guides, we've spent countless days and nights hiking, climbing, paddling, biking, swimming- living- within the natural rhythms of the great outdoors. Over the years, we've come to realize something profound: the term 'nature' itself carries a connotation that often separates us from the very essence of life.