Welcome to our gear recommendations guide – a compilation of advice, generated through years of testing and experience, from our full-time team. It’s important to note that there is no obligation to purchase the specific gear listed here when outfitting your student, nor does Apogee benefit in any way if you purchase using these links.
Fun Is the Starting Point – Not the Whole Story Fun is a huge part of every Apogee adventure – and it always has been. Summers should feel joyful and full of play and exploration. From shared laughs at camp to engaging conversations on the trail or bike, our trips are full of moments that
By Kevin Cashman, Apogee Founder It’s hard for me to believe, but the summer of 2026 will mark Apogee’s 25th season! When my wife, Gitta, and I sat at our kitchen table in the fall of 2001 brainstorming names for our nascent business, I told her I wanted the name to reflect our goals. The
With our 2026 calendar fresh off of the (digital) presses, we are delighted to invite you to enroll for next summer now! When you do, you’ll have your pick of trips and dates and, if you enroll during our Early Enrollment Tuition Discount period, you’ll save $300 on your 2026 Apogee tuition (even if you
Enrollment for our 2026 trips is open! Check out details on our early bird discount here to save $300 on your 2026 Apogee tuition and peruse our 2026 trip offerings (including a brand new itinerary!). As the last of our trips wrap up, we’re feeling that bittersweet mix of pride and nostalgia. This summer has
Enrollment for our 2026 trips is open! Check out details on our early bird discount here to save $300 on your 2026 Apogee tuition and peruse our 2026 trip offerings (including a brand new itinerary!). It’s the final evening of trips in the field, and here in the office, we’re definitely in our feels. It’s
Enrollment for our 2026 trips is open! Check out details on our early bird discount here to save $300 on your 2026 Apogee tuition and peruse our 2026 trip offerings (including a brand new itinerary!). With the Apogee summer nearing the end, many trips said final goodbyes to new friends and incredible places. Read below
Enrollment for our 2026 trips is open! Check out details on our early bird discount here to save $300 on your 2026 Apogee tuition and peruse our 2026 trip offerings (including a brand new itinerary!). Join us for a day of exploration and adventure all the way from Alaska to Puerto Rico and everywhere in
Enrollment for our 2026 trips is open! Check out details on our early bird discount here to save $300 on your 2026 Apogee tuition and peruse our 2026 trip offerings (including a brand new itinerary!). As summer adventures begin to wind down, our incredible crews are still cruising along. Whether they’re summiting peaks, catching waves,
Enrollment for our 2026 trips is open! Check out details on our early bird discount here to save $300 on your 2026 Apogee tuition and peruse our 2026 trip offerings (including a brand new itinerary!). From snowy peaks in Alaska to sandy beaches in Costa Rica and coral reefs in the Caribbean, our students are