Freshmen Outdoor Trips

Canoeing the Boundary Waters Wilderness Area Adventure
New friends and fun will be launched as we paddle into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Explore the beauty and wonder of this wilderness with our experienced and enthusiastic leaders. Stargazing, stories and listening for hooting, owls and howling wolves are included on this trips itinerary. We will paddle across lakes near the Gunflint Trail and carry our gear over portage trails to remote and primitive campsites.
August 19-22, 2019
Cost: $360

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Northwoods Wilderness Sampler
In this, our most popular trip, you can sample canoeing, hiking, stargazing, nature based arts, rock climbing, saunas, fishing, blueberry picking and swimming - all within the same four day stretch. Your group will travel to the edge of the Boundary Canoe Area Wilderness with our experienced and enthusiastic leaders. We will lodge in rustic cabins, eat s'mores, and enjoy lively conversation with new friends around a campfire under the stars. If you are interested in what each of the Freshmen Trips has to offer, the Northwoods Sampler is for you.
August 19-22, 2019
Cost: $360

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Rock Climbing Lake Superior’s North Shore
Excitement. Friendships. Challenge. All these and more are included in this trip. You will experience some of the most amazing rock climbing locations in the Midwest. When we are not rock climbing Lake Superior’s North Shore, we will be hiking along the area’s beautiful trails. Whether you have always wanted to try rock climbing or are a seasoned veteran, you will experience fun challenges in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Our trained leaders will cover safety, equipment and technique. In the evening, listen for night sounds, share stories and s’mores with new friends.
August 19-22, 2019
Cost: $360

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Sea Kayaking the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is a beautiful string of islands on Lake Superior’s South Shore. Our experienced leaders will introduce you to equipment, safety and paddling techniques. They will also share stories about voyagers, shipwrecks and island living. Explore sea caves and secluded beaches in double sea kayaks. We will camp on islands with sand beaches, stargaze, swim and hike with new friends.
August 19-22, 2019
Cost: $360

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Fishing the Boundary Water Canoe Area
Here is your chance to explore the Boundary Waters with new friends AND go fishing! Join us as we travel by canoes to a variety of lakes and fishing spots to discover the beauty of this pristine wilderness and have fun. We will be paddling, camping, and portaging in lakes off the Gunflint Trail. Bass, walleye, northern pike, and lake trout are all possibilities for catching when on this outdoor trip.
August 19-22, 2019
Cost: $360

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Mountain Biking the Chequamegon Area
The Chequamegon Area is the mountain bike capital of the Midwest and we will sample some of the best trails it has to offer. Wilderness. Forests. Campfires. And fun with new friends! Whether you are just getting into mountain biking or have been at it for many years, this trip will be a great adventure. We will camp at small, primitive campgrounds and pedal on sweet single track trails during the days. You will need a mountain bike with front suspension (we have some to rent from our Rental Center).
August 19-22, 2019
Cost: $360

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Stand-Up Paddleboarding Lake Superior's North Shore
Experience the North Shore in a whole new way! Join us as we paddle down rivers, discover hidden inland lakes, and tour the coastline of Lake Superior's North Shore all from a stand-up paddleboard. No experience in stand-up paddleboarding is required. Your trusty guides will provide all the paddling gear and teach you the skills necessary to have a safe and fun water adventure. When we're not on the water, we will hike legendary trails, make new friends, and enjoy stories around the campfire.
August 19-22, 2019
Cost: $360

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