Hike the Porcupine Mountains and view amazing wildlife and scenery including breathtaking coastline of Lake Superior, countless waterfalls, and acres of shady forests. "My son came home saying that the backpacking in the Porcupine Mountains created much stronger bonds with the kids than he expected. He shared a lot about the High Ropes course which he enjoyed very much."

Trip Level: Basic Adventure Trip

Basic backpacking, canoeing, and biking trips. Participants help select campsites, have more cooking responsibilities, and lead the group with a map and a compass. The wilderness setting is slightly more remote; participants may be several hours from advanced medical care. Participants are expected to be physically able to hike, canoe, or bike for about six hours a day over moderately difficult terrain. Age-appropriate team elements and initiatives teach leadership, decision-making, and good judgment.

Dates, Capacity, Eligibility, and Pricing

Session 4, Sun July 18 to Fri July 30 (13 days)
     2 Guides and 10 Participants
     Entering Grades 8 or 9 Now Open to 10th Graders!
     (To enroll as an 8th grader, you must have been a Trailblazer in 2009)
     Fee: $1,695 ($1,445 for members of any YMCA)

Session 5, Sun August 1 to Fri August 13 (13 days)
     2 Guides and 10 Participants
     Entering Grades 8 or 9 Now Open to 10th Graders!
     (To enroll as an 8th grader, you must have been a Trailblazer in 2009)
     Fee: $1,695 ($1,445 for members of any YMCA)

Scholarships are available. See the Registration Form for more information.