ONE WEEK EXPEDITIONS
Call of the North Cascades: Hiking & Goofing Off
6/25–30 (or) 7/29–8/3 (or) 8/25–30
Ages: 10–12 $485/$620/$850*
The North Cascades have drawn many great explorers, mountaineers, smugglers, fishermen and poets with their high alpine meadows, huge clear lakes and stunning mountain peaks. Be the next to explore this wonderland as part of this backpacking and goofing off expedition. You will start in the National Park and hike (with a backpack) down to Ross Lake, where you may see eagles and falcons, catch fish in the clear waters and share stories and marshmallows around the campfire. You also will be faced with fun challenges such as fort building, capture the flag, mafia and camouflage. No outdoor experience needed—this is introductory backpacking.
Fishing & Backpacking in the North Cascades
Ages: 11 to 13: 6/30–7/7(or) 7/15–22 (or) 8/4-11 (or) 8/25–9/1
Ages: 13 to 17: 6/30–7/7(or) 7/15–22 $485/$620/$850*
High in the Cascade Mountains is a land of clear mountain lakes full of fish, meadows filled with wildflowers and snow capped peaks. The North Cascades National Park will be your classroom as you learn the basics of backpacking and fishing. You will hike through old growth forests, cool off in Ross Lake, fish for trout in mountain streams, and develop your leadership skills in workshops and in practice as you manage the team for a day. After taking on the challenge of the wilderness you will know you can overcome any obstacle placed before you.
Olympic Coastal Hiking and Goofing Off
7/8-15 (or) 7/14–21 (or) 8/4–11
Ages: 11–13 $485/$620/$850*
This journey is simply magic! A land of barking seals, massive trees, and constant waves—the Olympic coast and the Pacific Ocean make the perfect classroom for this backpacking and goofing off expedition. You will start in the rainforest and hike down the beach, where you may see eagles and seals and explore tide-pools filled with marine life. You will camp each night just above the beach, body surf in the waves, watch dramatic sunsets and share stories around a campfire. You also will be faced with fun challenges such as driftwood fort building and raft construction, capture the flag, and camouflage. No outdoor experience needed.
Desolation Peak: Hiking and Mountain Climbing
7/21–28 (or) 8/19–26
Ages: 11–13 $485/$620/$850*
Deep in the heart of Ross Lake is the legendary fire lookout of Desolation Peak. Famous poets, authors, explorers and outlaws have taken shelter here. To reach the summit you will hike the shores of Ross Lake, swim, goof off and explore clear waters and secret coves and hike to the top of the mountain to find amazing views from the top of the world. This is the most introductory mountain climbing expedition BOLD offers and your perfect first summit. Some days will be hard, but standing victoriously on top of it all you will know it was worth it.
Rock Climbing and Hiking in the San Juan Islands
7/22–27 (or) 8/13–18
Ages: 10–12 $485/$620/$850*
15,000 years ago massive glaciers a mile thick tore through Washington scraping deep gashes into the earth that became the San Juan Islands and Puget Sound. This expedition climbs the rocks and mountains they left behind. Your journey will explore Fidalgo Island where you will learn rock climbing on the cliffs of Mount Erie, hike to hidden lakes and beautiful beaches and camp on the shores of Whidbey Island. This is our most introductory rock climbing expedition and the perfect opportunity for you to challenge yourself and learn how to achieve the impossible!
The Great Volcano: Backpacking and Photography in the shadow of Mt Rainier
7/28—8/4
Ages: 11 to 13 $485/$620/$850*
For this expedition we sought out the most beautiful trails with the most stunning photo opportunities and added good food, talented photography instructors and quality cameras. Your journey will take you along the northern slope of Mt Rainier as you hike through alpine meadows full of wild flowers, shimmering alpine lakes, dramatic waterfalls and majestic views of this great volcano. Along the way you will learn techniques for taking quality photos and video and capture images to share with your friends and family at home. This is introductory backpacking in one of the most spectacular places on earth.
TWO WEEK EXPEDITIONS
Mt. Olympus & Mt. Baker: Ice, Snow and Mountain Climbing
7/5–7/15 (Mt. Olympus) or 7/31–8/11 (Mt. Baker)
Ages: 14–17 $675/$850/$1350*
Mt. Olympus, the mythic home of the gods, is a high and icy fortress in the heart of the Olympic Mountains. Mt. Baker is a towering volcano in the North Cascades. This expedition will attempt to climb one of these peaks, the highest in the range. To do so you will learn ice climbing and snow climbing, how to travel on glaciers and how to work competently as a team. This is the most challenging expedition at BOLD. Long days, big mountains, terrible weather. Glory upon return!
The Great Canadian Rock Climbing and Rafting Adventure
7/9–19 (or) 7/30–8/9
Ages: 13–17 $675/$850/$1350*
For this expedition we sought out the best place to do the most rock climbing, learn the most climbing skills and climb the longest routes we do at BOLD. This challenging expedition travels to the legendary cliffs and rivers of British Columbia, Canada where you will learn all aspects of rock climbing from the fundamentals to the more advanced climbing techniques, while developing a strong foundation in multicultural leadership and outdoor living. These skills are then tested at the end of this expedition when your team takes a whitewater rafting trip down the Squamish River. No climbing experience needed. Birth certificate and photo ID required to cross the border.
The Olympic Coast: Backpacking, Cooking & Leadership
7/29–8/12
Ages: 13–17 $675/$850/$1350*
Life is good on the Olympic Coast. A land of seals and sunsets, eagles and sea stacks; everything seems richer, deeper and more fun on the beach. Packing up a bag with lots of tasty ingredients, you will venture down to this wonderland to hike, explore, tell stories and cook! During the trip you will have a chance to lead the team for a day, learn to bake pizza and calzones and test your limits as you work hard to reach your next campsite. All of our trips have lots of eating but this expedition has the most cooking and has a strong leadership focus.
The Lyrical Chef: Backpacking, Cooking & Music
8/11–8/25
Ages: 13–17 $675/$850/$1350*
Come explore the joys of music and cooking on this two-week odyssey. With a pack full of instruments and delicious ingredients, you will learn how to backpack in style. Some musical experience is helpful and a desire to learn how to hike and cook is necessary. Though much time will be spent jamming, cooking, and eating, be prepared for some challenging hiking over the spine of the majestic Cascade Mountains that will reward you with beautiful campsites, natural concert halls and good eatin’.
Canadian Rockies: Backpacking, Mountain Climbing & Leadership
8/12–8/26
Ages: 13–18 $675/$850/$1350*
The challenge, glory and beauty of the Canadian Rockies come together on this exciting mountaineering adventure! You will venture high into the heart of British Columbia to explore the legendary peaks of Cathedral Lakes Provincial Park and work with veteran climbing guides to learn the skills necessary to travel competently in the mountains. As the journey progresses you will have an opportunity to summit peaks, learn how to rock climb and develop the multi-cultural leadership skills necessary to thrive in college and beyond. This trip has the most mountain climbing and is one of the most physically challenging expeditions BOLD offers, but also one of the most rewarding. Do you have what it takes? Birth certificate and photo ID required to cross the border.
The following expeditions are WAIT LIST only. Many people on the wait list get in - if you are interested please apply.
Call of the North Cascades: Hiking and Goofing Off 6/25-6/30 and 7/29-8/3
Fishing & Backpacking in the North Cascades 6/30-7/7 for ages 11-13 and 7/15-7/22 for both age groups
Olympic Coastal Hiking & Goofing Off 7/14-7/21 and 8/4-8/11
The Olympic Coast: Backpacking, Cooking & Leadership 7/29-8/12
The Great Canadian Rock Climbing and Rafting Adventure 7/9-19 and 7/30-8/9
Mount Baker: Ice, Snow, and Mountain Climbing 7/31-8/11
The Lyrical Chef: Backpacking, Cooking & Music 8/11-8/25
Canadian Rockies: Backpacking, Mountain Climbing, and Leadership 8/12-8/26
* Payment Info: You choose the price most appropriate for your family. The top level reflects the actual cost of running the expedition (food, gear, hiring and training quality staff, etc.) the middle level is 70% of actual cost, and the bottom level is 50% of actual cost.
Scholarships: If you cannot afford 50% of the actual cost, please send in this form or call 206 587 6119. We will work with you to find a price you can afford.
