Category: Summer Blog

Day 8: It’s Time to Celebrate!

The eighth day of our summer here at Apogee also happens to be Fourth of July! Today was filled with many a celebration, incredible food (freshly baked croissants, Belgian waffles, and baguettes, to name some highlights), and more spectacular views. Our first trips of the summer are coming to a close tomorrow, but there are

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Day 7: Moving, Grooving, and Having Fun!

One week in, and the adventure just keeps rolling! From beautiful bike rides to spontaneous SUP excursions and summit‑day triumphs, every moment has been one to savor. They embraced the joy of today, celebrating van birthdays, dressing up for fancy Fridays, and finding magic in all the little moments in between. Settle in and read

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Day Six: Look At What’s in the Mix!

What’s got awesome backcountry sections, ocean explorers, meaningful service, and silly students? That’s right, you guessed it: our Apogee trips! From being the first in the US to watch the sunrise to cooling off in alpine lakes, our crews are having some pretty amazing experiences. To find out just what sublime quests each trip embarked

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Day Five: I can’t believe my eyes!

Five days and our first session of Apogee trips are really getting into the swing of things! From starting multiday expeditions to prepping for sea kayaking and digging into service projects, our students are immersed in their respective adventures. Smiling faces, scrumptious meals and spectacular views are some through lines across the trips. Keep reading

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Day Four: Look What’s In Store!

Holy guacamole, it’s been an amazing day here at Apogee Adventures! From misty mountain treks and glacier hikes to ziplining through rainforest canopies and kayaking along rugged coastlines, our campers embraced the spirit of adventure with full hearts and muddy boots. Whether they were cooking backcountry feasts, spotting wildlife, learning new skills, or simply soaking

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Day Three: Great Views, Even Better Vibes!

Today was day three of the summer at Apogee, and we couldn’t be having more fun! Today, three more trips officially started; Maine Coast Junior, Costa Rica Mountains and Coast, and Caribbean Service: Virgin Islands. Our leaders were so excited to finally meet their groups and kick off the summer at last! Games were played,

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Day Two: Smiles for Miles!

From Switzerland to Alaska, Maine, Colorado, Italy, and the Pacific Northwest, many new crews have kicked off their journey by settling into stunning campsites surrounded by towering peaks, coastal breezes, and ancient forests. A few have continued their journey, hiking and exploring their surroundings! They’ve all shared meals, played spirited games, and soaked in the

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Day One, Already so Much Fun!

Welcome to the first day of your Apogee summer blog posts! We are so excited to get started and see all your smiling faces. Today marks the beginning of New England Mountains & Coast (NEMC) and Northwest Mountains & Coast (NWMC). You may have heard that the East and West coasts have a bit of

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Day 45: Goodbyes are in order!

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

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Day 44: And then there were three…

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

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