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Charlottesville, VA
Charlottesville, VA
Apogee Teen Adventure Trips – Biking, Hiking, & Community Service
America Coast To Coast
There is absolutely no better way to see America -- its people, culture and landscape -- than to pedal across each mile of it, ocean to ocean. Although reaching the Pacific is your end goal, the true magic of this trip takes place along the way. You’ll tap resources you didn’t even know you had and learn what you’re made of. It will change you forever.ACTIVITIES: Bicycle Touring & Community Service
DATES & AGES: 6/26-8/7. Ages 15–18
Cape Cod and the Islands
Bicycle through beautiful Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Cape Cod. Explore island villages and sandy beaches, and take a surf lesson with professional instructors. A fantastic introduction to bicycle touring and adventure travel!ACTIVITIES: Bicycle Touring, Surfing, Community Service
DATES & AGES: 6/25-7/5, 7/9–7/19, 7/23-8/2. Ages 12–15, grouped by age.
Caribbean Service Adventure
So you want to make a difference this summer? A real, sore-muscled, mud-under-the-nails, dripping-sweat difference? Then pack your sunscreen and join us in sunny Puerto Rico. In this Caribbean paradise you’ll work as a team to repair aging rainforest trails, reforest a coastal wildlife refuge, and engage in language and culture exchange with local children.
Coast to Québec
What if we promised you biking along the spectacular coast of Maine, rafting on the wild Kennebec River, moose spotting, stargazing, and the opportunity to try out your French in a foreign city? You’ll do all this and more on our exciting Coast to Québec trip.ACTIVITIES: Bicycle Touring, Rafting, Community Service
DATES & AGES: 6/27-7/11, 7/16–7/30. Ages 14–17.
Downeast Explorer
Maine’s mountains and coastline are among the most spectacular and expansive recreational areas in America. On this goal-oriented adventure, you’ll paddle past misty islands and conquer rugged peaks, reaping the rewards of clean salt air and endless mountain vistas. Blazing trails as a supportive team, your group will form strong bonds and deep friendships.ACTIVITIES: Sea-kayaking, Backpacking, Community Service
DATES & AGES: 7/15-7/29. Ages 14-16
Montana Service Adventure
On this point-to-point adventure, you’ll experience Montana’s rugged beauty first hand as you bicycle across open plains, through Reservation lands, and into the spectacular Rocky Mountains. You’ll have plenty of time out of the saddle to work on service projects in a small prairie town, on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, and in Glacier National Park.ACTIVITIES: Bicycle Touring, Community Service, Rafting
DATES & AGES: 6/25-7/14. Ages 14–17.
New England Mountains & Coast
Take in fantastic views while hiking New Hampshire’s White Mountains, challenge your skills on a ropes course, and paddle in sea kayaks along the Maine coast. The week-long duration of this adventure is perfect for younger students. Trips are grouped by age, and activities are catered to the group skill level. A great way to explore New England!ACTIVITIES: Ropes Course, Hiking, Sea Kayaking
DATES & AGES: 6/26-7/2, 7/5-7/11, 7/14-7/20, 7/24-7/30. Ages 11–14 grouped by age.
Northwest Explorer
Few regions in North America can compare to the geographical diversity and astounding natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. With snow-blanketed mountains, broad rivers, lush valleys, endless ocean, and abundant wildlife, the Pacific Northwest is home to some of the world’s top outdoor recreation.ACTIVITIES: Backpacking, Sea Kayaking, Rafting, Community Service
DATES & AGES: 7/19-8/7. Ages 14–17
Pacific Coast
On this amazing 20-day adventure, your group will pedal your way along the famously beautiful coasts of Oregon and California. Miles of beaches and bluffs, endless ocean vistas, ancient redwood forests, and rolling farmlands…these are the scenes that make the Pacific Coast one of the most spectacular bicycle routes in the world.ACTIVITIES: Bicycle Touring, Surfing, Sea Kayaking, Community Service
DATES & AGES: 7/19 to 8/7. Ages 14-17.
Vermont Hiker
Known as the “Green Mountain State,” Vermont is synonymous with outdoor fun. On this 13-day adventure your group will day-hike southern Vermont’s greatest peaks, volunteer with the National Forest Service, backpack a stretch of the historic Long Trail and take an overnight kayaking trip to a remote island in Lake Champlain.ACTIVITIES: Backpacking, Kayaking, Community Service
DATES & AGES: 6/26-7/8. Ages 13–15.
