Community Service & Wilderness Adventure Teen Summer Programs

Windward Island Expedition

The "Nature Island of the Caribbean", Dominica boasts a rugged and unspoiled beauty that begs to be explored. Join us on a community service adventure to discover its ecological and cultural treasures. Volunteer alongside welcoming islanders and make a real contribution to their communities in need. Then embark on a sailing voyage to explore neighboring islands. Learn More
Adventure Peru

Explore the spectacular Peruvian Andes with its remarkable history, friendly people and breathtaking scenery. Trek to Machu Picchu, learn about Incan and colonial traditions, explore cities, villages and archaeological sites, work on your Spanish skills, and embark on service work with Peace Corps volunteers and Quechua Indians. Learn More
Adventure Brazil

From the carnival city of Rio to colonial Salvador to the remote corners of the Amazon rainforest, this adventure will leave you with a lasting impression of Brazil’s ecological treasures and kind people. Learn about sustainable development, study basic Portuguese and do service work alongside the Brazilian people in magnificent wilderness settings. Learn More
Wilderness and Traditional Medicine

This trip is ideal for anyone destined to be pre-med, intrigued by traditional healing methods or interested in learning life saving wilderness medical skills. Become a Wilderness First Responder (WFR), then put your knowledge and skills to use by volunteering in rural villages. Discover Belize's rich traditions, kind people, tropical jungles and mysterious Mayan ruins. Learn More
Primate Studies

Travel to the wilds of Costa Rica and Panama to learn about New World monkeys and how to help protect them from extinction. Study primate ecology in lush rainforests and participate in ongoing monkey research on a tropical island. Work alongside local organizations and scientists on animal rehabilitation, reforestation, conservation and education efforts. Learn More
African Wildlife Conservation

This one-of-a-kind expedition takes you to the majestic wilderness of South Africa to study and assist with efforts to conserve, protect and increase threatened African wildlife populations. See lions, zebras, rhinos and elephants in their natural habitats while working, exploring and learning alongside conservationists, researchers and veterinarians. Learn More


TRIP NAME	ACADEMIC FOCUS	PREREQ.	COLLEGE CREDITS	SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTS	SERVICE HOURS	ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES	ACADEMIC EVALUATION
Windward Island Expedition Dominica & Guadeloupe	Cultural studies, sustainable tourism	No experience necessary	2	Community development projects	55+	Hiking, snorkeling, sailing, Discover Scuba	Exam (1), research project, journal
Adventure Peru Peru	Spanish language, Andean cultural immersion	No experience necessary	2	Community development projects	55+	Trekking, camping	Exam (1), daily participation, journal
Adventure Brazil Brazil	Brazilian culture, basic Portuguese language, sustainable use of Amazon resources	No experience necessary	3	Sustainable resource management & community development projects	35+	Hiking, canoeing, riverboat trip, camping	Exam (1), research project, journal
Wilderness & Traditional Medicine Belize	Wilderness First Responder certification, Belizean public health, traditional medicine	16 years of age	3	Public health projects, community outreach	20+	Hiking, camping, canoeing, spelunking, sailing	Exam (1), quizzes, journal
Primate Studies Costa Rica & Panama	New World monkey & rainforest ecology & conservation	No experience necessary	3	Assist local organizations with animal rehabilitation, reforestation, conservation & education efforts	25+	Whitewater rafting, snorkeling, mangrove tour, hiking	Exams (2), field excercises, reflection paper, journal
African Wildlife Conservation South Africa	African wildlife conservation & rehabilitation	No experience necessary	3	Game surveys, assist with animal conservation & rehabilitation projects, community outreach	40+	Whitewater rafting, game drives, hiking	Exam (1), research project, journal

Windward Island Expedition

Adventure Peru

Adventure Brazil

Wilderness and Traditional Medicine

Primate Studies

African Wildlife Conservation