2007 Teen Travel Trip, entering Grades 9 -11, July 29 - August 16
Sea Kayaking; Rock Climbing; Backpacking
Start your Quest for some northern exposure with a plane ride up to Seattle, WA. From here, our road trip cruises through rainforests, mountains, beaches, volcanoes, and more! Introductory sea kayaking and rock climbing ensure an adventure for everyone, while surprise chill-out stops along the way give you time to relax between events. Discover the best that British Columbia has to offer on this amazing adventure through Canada's Southwest.
- Explore North America's last rainforest in Washington's Olympic National Park.
- Sea kayak off Orcas Island in Puget Sound.
- Learn to rock climb from pros in Squamish, B.C.
- Swing by Mount St. Helens on your way home.
NOTE: This is a sample itinerary. The order of events may change, but you will do all of the following activities.
Itinerary
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Sunday, July 29 |
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Meet at the Oakland Airport and fly to Seattle. Hop into your new van and drive out of town.
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Monday, July 30 |
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Enjoy a beautiful day hike and games to get to know each other better. Tonight pack for your next adventure!
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Tuesday, July 31 to Friday, July 3 |
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Load everything you will need for the next three days into your backpacks and journey into the wild! Enjoy three nights under the stars in the last intact rainforests of North America in Olympic National Park! Get to know your new friends better on the trail, surrounded by nature. Don't forget your rain gear and your camera! |
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Saturday, July 4 |
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Catch the ferry and keep a lookout for killer whales and other wildlife on your way to Orcas Island! |
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Sunday, July 5 |
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Discover secret beaches and tide pools around the island as you sea kayak with the professional guides of Shearwater Adventure! |
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Monday, July 6 |
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Climb Mt. Constitution to reach the medieval tower still standing at its peak. Enjoy the view for your last night on the island.
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Tuesday, July 7 |
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Cross the Northern border to the land of hockey, maple leaves, and bilingualism. Oh Canada! MAIL!!
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Wednesday, July 8 to Thursday, July 9 |
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Learn the basics of rock climbing from the Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Colombia. For two days you will join the pro's and reach new heights as you practice climbing and rapelling. |
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Friday, July 10 to Saturday, July 11 |
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Travel to one of Canada's amazing provincial parks for another overnight trip or a couple days of short hikes in the Canadian outdoors! |
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Sunday, July 12 |
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Enjoy your last day in the Maple Leaf nation and prepare for the ride home. |
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Monday, July 13 |
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Drop down South heading towards Oregon. Welcome back to the Red White and Blue! |
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Tuesday, July 14 to Thursday, July 16 |
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Continue your journey visiting Mt St Helens on your way! Spend your last night together around the campfire enjoying a spectacular final banquet! |
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Tell your family and friends about the great adventure you &your new friends experienced.Tell 'em "I want to go back next year!"
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