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WHY CHOOSE ADVENTURE TREKS?

More than a summer camp for teenagers.

Adventure Treks offers much than hiking trips for teens—we provide exceptional, life-changing summer trips and adventures for young adults ages 12–19. Since 1993, we’ve helped thousands of middle and high schoolers grow into more confident, capable, and self-assured teens through transformative outdoor adventures. Along the way, teens build lifelong friendships within inclusive communities, discover their best selves, and gain essential life skills like leadership, teamwork, resilience, and independence. 

With an extremely high return rate, the best student-to-instructor ratio in the industry, and a focus on fun, tight-knit communities and personal growth, our outdoor adventure camps create unforgettable memories and leave a powerful impact that lasts far beyond the summer.

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What Makes Adventure Treks Different?

Community that feels like family

Every teen deserves a space where they can be themselves. Our instructors create a community that’s supportive, inclusive, and  connected. Students often say their AT group is the best group of people they’ve ever been part of.

>> Why the AT community is so special 

Growth that builds confidence

At Adventure Treks, teenagers make friends, discover what they’re capable of, and grow into confident, capable, independent, resilient, and happy young adults. We give them skills to be successful in life.

>> How teens grow with us

Adventures that bring out their best

In the world’s most beautiful outdoor spaces, students feel proud of what they accomplish together, whether they’re hiking, paddling, climbing, or summiting a big mountain peak for the first time. Tech-free time in nature is where teens thrive.

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Hear from alumni:

Our students say it best. Read their firsthand experiences of what makes our summer camp for teenagers so transformational, fun, and unforgettable, and how AT positively impacted their lives for many years beyond their adventures.

 
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Testimonial 1

“Adventure Treks is foundational to to who I am and everything I have done since I was a teenager. I have continued to search for experiences that capture the essence of the community of AT and that bring out my best self.”

– Chrissie Monaghan, student from 1998–2001, instructor from 2006–2012

Testimonial 2

“Absolutely one of the greatest experiences of my life. Met some amazing people and developed a love for backpacking. I learned that I don’t just enjoy spending time in nature, but that it’s an essential part of me being happy. I’ll carry that with me as I continue college and beyond and look for opportunities to get outdoors when they arise.”

– Preston Brown, student from 2023–2024

Testimonial 3

“My experience with Adventure Treks was transformative, pushing me to grow in ways I hadn’t anticipated. The supportive environment encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone, build resilience, and embrace authenticity. It was an unforgettable journey of self-discovery and connection that I carry with me every day.”

– Jessica Zied, student from 2014–2016

Testimonial 4

“There are countless ways AT has positively impacted my life. It gave me the best environment to learn who I was and what I’m capable of. It gave me the confidence and self-awareness necessary to go after what I wanted in life and know there is no dream too big. It gave me the strength and courage to become a firefighter when I didn’t know many women in the fire service at all. The belief that I could figure out anything I had the courage to go after has served me in every aspect of my life. I learned some hard lessons at AT that still serve me today as well. I’m grateful for all of them.”

– Stephanie Rosario, student from 2001–2003

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