Adventure Trips

Summer Solstice Paddle

Celebrate the longest day of the year from the best seat in the house—right on the water. Join us at Hueston Woods State Park for an unforgettable Summer Solstice Canoe Paddle on the waters of Acton Lake.

This adventure includes the following:

• Canoeing instruction
• Equipment including: canoes, life jackets, paddles
• 1 - 2 hours of casual paddling

Trip Date

• June 21, 2026

Registration

• Registration Fee: $40
• Registration Deadline: June 19

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Discover Alaska

Experience the raw, untamed beauty of the Last Frontier on a study away journey that takes you from the riverfront charm of Fairbanks to the rugged crests of the Alaska Range.

Trip Highlights:

• The Big Ridge: Traverse the alpine tundra of K’esugi Ridge with front-row seats to Denali.
• Glacial Kayaking: A multi-day paddle through the mist and ice of Prince William Sound.
• Wilderness Skills: Hands-on training in backpacking, sea kayaking, and expedition planning.

Trip Dates:

• May 18 - 31, 2027
• Application opens June 1, 2026

Mental Health First Aid

This course teaches participants how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training provides the skills needed to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

Course Fee: $90

Course Schedule:

The course is offered in-person and broken into four learning sessions.

Course Dates

• September 8: 7 - 9 p.m.
• September 15: 7 - 9 p.m.
• September 22: 7 - 8 p.m.
• October 20: 7 - 9 p.m.

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Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor Course

Learn skills, ethics and techniques for educating others about the low-impact practices of Leave No Trace.

Course Fee: $200

Course Schedule:

Participants must attend all 3 sessions above to be eligible for the Instructor certification.

Course Dates: All participants must attend both eveningworkshops and the overnight trip

• Workshop #1, September 29 (7:00 - 9:00 pm): Leave No Trace Introduction & Teaching Foundations
• Workshop #2, October 6 (7:00 - 8:30 pm): Trip Preparations & Lesson Plan Reviews
• Overnight Backpacking Trip, October 9 - 11

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Wilderness First Aid Course

The best and most comprehensive course of its kind to offer relevant and realistic first-aid training for seasonal outdoor activities or short term wilderness endeavors and pursuits. Wilderness First Aid is a two-day introduction to general medical concepts and basic life support skills. It is targeted to the outdoor enthusiast on day trips or short adventures.

Course Fee: $275

Course Schedule:

This is a 2-day certification course. Students can expect to be in class from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. each day.

Course Dates:

• November 14 - 15

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Outdoor Rock Climbing

Experience outdoor climbing with options for day or overnight trips. For a day trip, visit John Bryan State Park with routes for all skill levels, accommodating 10-20 people at $30 per person. For an extended adventure, our overnight trips to Red River Gorge offer routes for all levels with variable pricing.

Mountain Biking

Enhance your biking skills with a 2-hour introduction to mountain biking for $15 per person. Learn the basics and explore local trails at Hueston Woods in groups of 8 or fewer.

Backpacking

Disconnect and reconnect with nature on a customizable backpacking trip. Typically at Red River Gorge or Germantown Metroparks, trips can be tailored to include rock climbing, team building, and more.

Camping Retreat

Grow and develop through traditional camping with customized activities based on your group’s goals, such as team building or leadership. Prices vary based on location, activities, and add-ons.

Wilderness Rescue Immersion

Build teamwork and leadership skills with our overnight Wilderness Rescue Immersion. Participate in a mock search and rescue scenario in Red River Gorge, tailored to your group’s goals for a unique bonding experience.