Rocky Mountains 14-day Backpacking

$ 3,899

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Age 14-16

Dates

Jul 2 - Jul 15

Duration 14 days

Location Rocky Mountains

Indigenous Territories Niitsitapi, Îyârhe Nakoda, Tsuut'ina Nations, Ktunaxa Nation, Métis Region 3

Program Options Financial Assistance

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Rocky Mountains 14-day Backpacking

Are you ready to grab a backpack and hit the trails?

This 2-week expedition is perfect for those looking for a challenging adventure in the mountains. You will improve your leadership and teamwork skills surrounded by soaring mountain peaks and alpine lakes. In the evenings, your instructors will lead discussions on how to take what you’ve learned in the backcountry and apply it to your everyday life.

** Please note that Outward Bound Canada now requires all staff and students to be fully vaccinated unless they are granted an exemption. Click here to read our vaccination policies.

AREA & ACTIVITIES

This journey will take you through Treaty 7 land, the traditional territories of Niitsitapi (the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai), the Îyârhe Nakoda, and Tsuut’ina Nations, as well as the traditional unceded territory of the Ktunaxa Nation and Métis Region 3.

You will begin with an introduction to backcountry living and getting to know your team members. Experienced instructors will teach you everything you need to know for your adventure, including how to pack an expedition backpack, stove use, shelter building, personal hygiene, minimal impact camping, and how to travel over various terrain both on and off-trail. By the end of the course, you will make decisions with minimal input from instructors.

learning outcomes

Our expert instructors will lead you through unique challenges that require your group to work together to problem-solve, reflect on your journey and discuss how to apply your skills and learning once you return home. The course is designed to have a lasting and measurable impact in three key areas:

Improved resilience
Improve your mental and physical health while learning how to overcome challenges to thrive.

Greater leadership and teamwork skills
Learn the skills needed to succeed at school, work and in life by becoming more confident, collaborative and a respectful team member.

Stronger connection with nature
Develop a life-long relationship with nature.

SOLO EXPERIENCE

Every Outward Bound Canada course incorporates a solo experience. This includes up to 48 hours in a secluded spot where you will set up your shelter and take time for self-reflection. Instructors are close enough to offer support if needed. The solo is not a challenge of survival in the wilderness but rather a supportive environment to take time for yourself, away from the distractions of everyday life. While it may seem like a daunting challenge at first, it is often the most impactful part of the course, as you get an opportunity that few others will ever experience – being alone in nature.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

We believe everyone should be able to explore nature. The Youth Access Fund offers full or partial financial support for those unable to personally finance their Outward Bound Canada experience. Please visit the Financial Assistance page for more information and to apply.