More information about Expedition Academy

Curriculum Overview:

  1. Comfort Zone Tools:

    • Techniques for stepping outside comfort zones

    • Building resilience and adaptability

  2. Rule of Life/Decision-Making Framework:

    • Crafting of a personal ‘Rule-of-Life’

    • Developing a structured approach to decision-making

  3. Perspective Building & Inspiration:

    • Exploring inspiring stories and biographies

    • Reflecting on lessons learned from others' experiences

    • Looking back: developing perspective through experience

  4. Trip Planning:

    • Skills for planning, preparation and organizing trips

    • Logistics, safety, and itinerary development

  5. Fitness:

    • Heart Rate Training

    • Personalized Fitness Planning

    • Accountability and progress tracking

  6. Healthy Habits:

    • Nutrition and healthy eating habits

    • Managing technology use

    • Importance of quality sleep

  7. Expedition-Specific Training:

    • Preparation for outdoor expeditions

    • Skills and knowledge for various environments

Experiential Learning:

  • Mini Expedition/Retreat (Spring):

    • A shorter, immersive experience to apply learned skills

    • Team-building and reflection activities

  • Huck it!: Big Expedition (Summer):

    • Student-led, planned & guided adventure!

    • A major adventure to challenge and inspire

    • The culmination of skills and knowledge gained throughout the year

  • First Aid and CPR (Winter Term): 

    • Essential first aid skills

    • CPR certification training

Why choose our Expedition Academy?

  • Holistic Approach: Balances adventure-based learning alongside personal development and healthy habit formation.

  • Experienced, Compassionate Instructors: Our team provides mentorship, guidance, and encouragement throughout the program.

  • Capstone Project: Encourages ownership and practical application of skills into a rewarding, fulfilling project.

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