“I don’t know of any company who provides such a high level of comfort for the parents and the children. It’s like sending your child to visit a close family friend.”
- Nancy Crawford
Louisville, KY
How many people get to climb to the top an active volcano? You will remember the view from the summit of Mount St Helens forever. Raft, hike, sea kayak, and rock climb while laughing more than you ever thought possible. Develop an appreciation for the natural world around you. The 16-day “Experience” is ideal for your first Adventure Treks experience.
See sunsets you'll remember for a lifetime as you backpack along a secluded wilderness beach for four days. This rocky, rugged coastline is home to sea lions, seals, otters, eagles and tide pools. Hear the waves crashing in the distance as you sleep on the sandy beach.
See harbor seals, eagles and other wildlife as you and your partner paddle a tandem sea kayak. Explore Bird Island and hunt for crabs and clams along the shoreline and play Sardines in an historic fort. Keep an eye out for the legendary 800-pound octopus beneath the water in Port Townsend Bay.
Feel the grit of the rock beneath your fingertips as you climb in this dramatic granite canyon. We set up a variety of routes so you can choose your level of challenge. Learn the fundamentals of climbing and see how quickly your skills improve. End the day with a refreshing swim in a nearby river.
Cool off after your day of climbing with a rip-roaring whitewater rafting trip down the Wenatchee River. Fast-paced roller-coaster rapids, splash wars, and swimming are part of the fun.
You’ll camp at Climber's Bivouac as you prepare to climb the active volcano. It’s an early start the next morning when your summit team begins the ascent in the dark. At the 8,365-foot summit you'll be above the clouds and see the crater beneath you, still smoking from the 1980 eruption. Glissade (slide down) on the snow for high-speed fun.
You'll love this river and the great rapids as you raft down between its narrow canyon walls! Most of our students agree that this is the best river we raft in the Pacific Northwest.
Space is Limited. Call 888-954-5555 for more information about this trip and to check availability. Apply early to ensure the trip of your choice.
Flights:
Pacific Northwest Experience 1:
ARRIVAL: Portland, OR airport (PDX)
Schedule arrival between 8 AM nad 1 PM on June 27
DEPARTURE: from Portland, OR airport (PDX)
Schedule departure between 6 AM and 1 PM on July 12
Pacific Northwest Experience 2:
ARRIVAL: Portland, OR airport (PDX)
Schedule arrival between 8 AM and 1 PM on July 25
DEPARTURE: from Portland, OR airport (PDX)
Schedule departure between 6 AM and 1 PM on August 9
Driving:
Pacific Northwest Experience 1:
ARRIVAL: Delta Baggage Claim #8 at the Portland, OR airport
Schedule arrival between 9 AM dn 10 AM on June 27
DEPARTURE: Food Court at the Portland, OR airport
Schedule pick up between 9 AM and 11 AM on July 12
Pacific Northwest Experience 2:
ARRIVAL: Delta Baggage Claim #8 at the Portland, OR airport
Schedule arrival between 9 AM and 10 AM on July 25
DEPARTURE: Food Court at the Portland, OR airport
Schedule pick up between 9 AM and 11 AM on August 9
June 27: Students arrive at Portland, OR (PDX) airport by 1 pm.
June 28: Day hike in Lake Silvia State Park.
June 29 - July 2: Backpack for 4-days on the northern beaches of Olympic National Park. This rocky, rugged coastline provides opportunities to see sea lions, seals, otters, eagles and explore tide pools. Camping on a wilderness beach with huge stone monoliths just offshore is an experience you will not forget.
July 3-5: Paddle a sea kayak for 3-days in Port Townsend Bay with PT Outdoors. You could see harbor seals, eagles and other wildlife as you and your partner navigate Port Townsend Bay in a tandem sea kayak. Cook dinner on a private island and explore an abandoned fort!
July 6: Logistics day (shop for food, do laundry, and clean vans). Drive to Leavenworth, WA.
July 7: Rock climb for a full day in Icicle canyon in Wenatchee National Forest. Camp in a dramatic canyon lined with famous granite cliffs. You will learn everything you need to know to enjoy an exciting day of rock climbing.
July 8: Whitewater raft the Wenatchee River. Enjoy a rip-roaring whitewater rafting trip down the Wenatchee River. Splash wars and swimming in the calm spots are part of the fun!
July 9-10: Overnight summit attempt of Mt. St. Helens. We will camp at Climber's Bivouac, as we prepare to climb this volcano. We begin in the dark. The crater beneath you is still smoking from the 1980 eruption. Glissade (slide) down the snowy mountain for high-speed fun.
July 11: Raft the White Salmon River. You will love this Wild and Scenic River and the twisty-turn rapids as you raft between narrow canyon walls!
July 12: Students fly out of Portland, OR (PDX) by 1pm.
July 25: Students arrive at Portland, OR (PDX) airport by 1 pm.
July 26: Day hike in Lake Silvia State Park.
July 27-30: Backpack for 4-days on the northern beaches of Olympic National Park. This rocky, rugged coastline provides opportunities to see sea lions, seals, otters, eagles and explore tide pools. Camping on a wilderness beach with huge stone monoliths just offshore is an experience you will not forget.
July 31 - August 2: Paddle a sea kayak for 3-days in Port Townsend Bay with PT Outdoors. You could see harbor seals, eagles and other wildlife as you and your partner navigate Port Townsend Bay in a tandem sea kayak. Cook dinner on a private island and explore an abandoned fort!
August 3: Logistics day (shop for food, do laundry, and clean vans). Drive to Leavenworth, WA.
August 4: Rock climb for a full day in Icicle canyon in Wenatchee National Forest. Camp in a dramatic canyon lined with famous granite cliffs. You will learn everything you need to know to enjoy an exciting day of rock climbing.
August 5: Whitewater raft the Wenatchee River. Enjoy a rip-roaring whitewater rafting trip down the Wenatchee River. Splash wars and swimming in the calm spots are part of the fun!
August 6-7: Overnight summit attempt of Mt. St. Helens. We will camp at Climber's Bivouac, as we prepare to climb this volcano. We begin in the dark. The crater beneath you is still smoking from the 1980 eruption. Glissade (slide) down the snowy mountain for high-speed fun.
August 8: Raft the White Salmon River. You will love this Wild and Scenic River and the twisty-turn rapids as you raft between narrow canyon walls!
August 9: Students fly out of Portland, OR (PDX) by 1pm.
We reserve the right to alter the itinerary prior to and throughout the trip as we constantly improve the Adventure Treks experience. Itineraries may change due to: Severe weather, student ability, motivation and conditioning, high or low rivers, high or low snow pack, unpredictable natural disasters and acts of God, vehicle breakdowns, road closures, volcanic activity, forest fires, illness, ever changing permit regulations, any potential threat to safety; even a brilliant idea from an instructor or student. In the event of a schedule change, comparable activities will be substituted when possible and you will be notified by e-mail of significant changes.
Is this the best trip for me?
The Pacific Northwest Experience is a perfect trip for students who are currently in 6th-7th grade. No previous experience is necessary to join any of our trips! With 24 students in the group, you will be challenged appropriately because we break up into small groups for each activity based on your interest and ability. This is a great trip for students who want the next step beyond summer camp, with only 2 weeks away from home.
What if I've never flown across country before?
Many of the students on this trip are first-time travelers. Learn more about Traveling to and From Adventure Treks and how we help to m ake it easy for parents and students.
Will I need cold-weather clothing on this trip?
Temperatures in the mountains are usually moderate, but we also want you to be prepared for cooler evenings and mornings around camp. A fleece, hat and gloves are recommended as part of your equipment list so you’ll be comfortable in any weather. For more information about packing, please check your equipment list at your Log In Page.
For more answers, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or call us at 888-954-5555. We’re always happy to help you out!
Brandon Tyrrell - Brandon joins us from the San Francisco Bay Area, for his third year as a Trip Leader. He is a Course Director and is the Chief Climber for the Boojum Institute for Experimental Education. In the winter he is Certified Ski Instructor at Mammoth Mountain in California. Brandon has a degree in Adventure Education from Prescott College, and he has completed an Outward Bound Leadership semester and a nine-month leadership training course with the University of Santa Barbara Adventure Programs. Brandon is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
Christina Bruno - Christina joins us for her second summer as an instructor. She has a degree in Outdoor Leadership and Ski and Resort Management from Western State College in Gunnison, CO, and is a professional snowboarder. Christina is currently the Snowboard Training Manager at the National Ability Center in Park City, UT, teaching skiing and snowboarding for people with disabilities. She also teaches avalanche awareness classes through the Utah Avalanche. She completed a year of service with AmeriCorps and loves to travel and volunteer. She has her Wilderness First Responder, Avalanche Level 2, and numerous other snow sports certifications.
Nate Bush – Nate is excited to be joining us for his first summer as an instructor. He earned his B.A. in English at Central Connecticut State University and he brings an irrefutable life-long passion for the outdoors. He has fished alongside wild grizzly bears in Alaska, trekked around Eyjafjallajökull volcano in Iceland, backpacked into the wilderness of Patagonia Argentina, and hiked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru. Nate started as a student of a backpacking course with the North Carolina Outward Bound School; he has since graduated from an Outward Bound Instructor Course, and he is a certified whitewater rafting guide and Wilderness First Responder.
Kenny Goff - Kenny is excited to be returning for his second summer as an AT instructor. Kenny is an Indiana University graduate with degrees in Management and Entrepreneurship and a minor in Outdoor Recreation. While at Indiana, Kenny taught rock climbing and backpacking courses for the university. He has worked for Naturalists At Large in California. This past winter Kenny spent two months mountaineering in Ecuador. Kenny is an American Mountain Guide Association certified Single Pitch Instructor, a Wilderness First Responder, and Leave No Trace Trainer.
Erica Fine - Erica grew up hiking and camping with her family in the wilds of California and nearby western states. She earned a degree in Geology and Environmental Studies at Tufts University in Boston, where she led backpacking trips for incoming freshmen. Most recently, she was the Assistant Director of the Conejo Valley School District's Outdoor School in Malibu, CA. She enjoys hiking, climbing, cooking for friends, and singing along with whatever's on the radio. Erica is a Wilderness First Responder and Leave No Trace Master Educator. She is excited for her first year with AT!
*Instructors may change prior to your trip – we’ll let you know if this happens.
Reviewed by: Andrew Furtado
Date:December 19, 2011
Rating: 5 out of 5
Review:My favorite part was the "white water wafting" as we called it, and it was soo fun. I loved the view from Mt.St. Helens
Reviewed by: Sophie Zaller
Date:July 21, 2010
Rating: 5 out of 5
Review:Pac 16 was so much fun! I loved whitewater rafting and the 25-foot bridge jump on the White Salmon River. The instructors were great and I made a lot of new friends. Everybody felt like they fit in and were included in jokes, laughter and fun. Everyone on our trip made it to the top of Mount St. Helens and the view from the summit was amazing.I will definitely be returning to AT next year.
Reviewed by: Abby Daniel
Date:June 7, 2010
Rating: 5 out of 5
Reviewed by: Ry Storey-Fisher
Date: February 10, 2010
Rating: 5 out of 5
Pac-16 is an incredible trip filled with thrilling activities, awesome kids, and amazing instructors. Nothing is better than the moment when you finally reach the peak of Mt. St. Helens and look down on what you have just climbed. This trip was so fun!
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Our administrative staff welcomes the opportunity to answer any questions and help you choose the best summer experience for your child.
1. Fill out our online application or apply by phone by calling 888-954-5555 Monday-Friday 9 am to 5 pm EST. Submit an $800 deposit to hold your place on the adventure of your choice.
2. We intentionally limit the size of our program, so enrollment is limited. Please send in your application early to ensure a place on the trip of your choice.
3. Our acceptance process ensures a great peer group for your child. We require an essay and 2 references from each new student, and we may also arrange a brief phone interview to get to know your child better.
All deposits are refundable prior to March 1st, less a $200 processing fee, for cancellation for any reason. For cancellations after March 1st, tuition is non-refundable. We recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance for your protection. If a participant withdraws voluntarily or is sent home as a consequence of unacceptable behavior, no refund of any kind will be granted. It is the parents’ responsibility to cover any additional travel expenses.
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| Duration: | 16 days |
| Dates: |
I June 27 - July 12 II July 25 - August 9 |
| '11-'12 Grades: | 6-7 |
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Washington |
| Price: | $2995 |
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