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Program Description: Promote outdoor recreation opportunities locally, state-wide, and nationwide. We aim to provide strategies to learn new skills, develop as leaders, and to encourage an appreciation for the natural environment.

These programs would offer basic fundamentals of outdoor trip preparation, awareness, planning, leave-no-trace principles, respect for nature and execution of a trip to make a groups outdoor experience as enjoyable as possible.

Trips are meant for 6-12 persons.

Trips Include: (Refer to each trip for specifics)• Deposit due (deadline TBD).• Remaining balance due (deadline TBD).• Team building activities (pre-trip) such as a local hike, trip planning, equipment and safety talks. • The trip it self, meals, and the activities planned. (See descriptions of trips).• Transportation during the trip.• An equipment purchasing list. All participants must have these supplies.

Trips do not include: (Refer to each trip for specifics)• Flights to and from meeting location.• Hotel accommodations. (there may be discount codes provided as being part of the trip)• Some meals.• Snacks.• There may be additional add-ons to the trip that the participant will purchase themselves (ex. meals, equipment,

mountain bike, etc)

MT. HOODMt. Hood hiking and climbing, surfing or waterfall hike, Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Railroad(Oregon)

July or August

Meals will be dependent on the trip- often they are provided by REA, but if we have a trip that visits multiple locations then a stop for lunch at a restaurant would be covered by the participants. If you prefer, we can arrange that all meals are provided.

Meeting location will typically be in Troutdale, 15 minutes from the Portland airport. We can also provide airport pickup. The majority of equipment will be provided by us, with the exception of packs, sleeping pads, and sleeping bags. We do have a few of these items that we can loan as well on a first come first serve basis.

Trip will be mostly hiking and camping in the country.

Flights and personal equipment are not included in trip costs. An equipment list will be sent to all participants.

Intensity: This trip is moderate to strenuous

Mt. Hood

Multnomuh Falls

Hike/Surf Cape Perpetua Timberline Lodge - ‘The Shining’ Mt. Hood Railroad

Ht. Hood hiking and climbing, Oregon Coast hiking and surfing (July or August)

Example$825 per person, including airport pickup, all meals except night 1, 5, and winery, equipment (except sleeping bag/pad. This would be the cost including surfing and climbing.)

Day 1: Fly into Portland, pickup from airport, drive out the Oregon coast (Newport) 2.5 hours. Camp at Beverly Beach State Park

Day 2: Option for surfing lessons -or- hiking at Cape Perpetua. Camp Beverly Beach State Park

Day 3: Drive to Newburg, stop at a winery and for lunch in Dundee, continue on to Mt. Hood. Afternoon hike at timberline lodge. Camp near Hood, dispersed or campground

Day 4: Rock climbing at Mt. Hood -or- waterfall hike. Camp Mt. Hood

Day 5: Visit Multnomah falls, hike in the Columbia River Gorge, return to Portland, fly or extra night.

*Trip includes team building activities (pre-trip) such as a local Houston hike, trip planning, equipment and safety talks.

MT. ST HELENSMt. St Helens hiking and climbing, waterfall hike, winery, Ape Caves. (Washington)

July or August

Meals will be dependent on the trip- often they are provided by REA, but if we have a trip that visits multiple locations then a stop for lunch at a restaurant would be covered by the participants. If you prefer, we can arrange that all meals are provided.

Meeting location will typically be in Troutdale, 15 minutes from the Portland airport. We can also provide airport pickup. The majority of equipment will be provided by us, with the exception of packs, sleeping pads, and sleeping bags. We do have a few of these items that we can loan as well on a first come first serve basis.




Mt. St Helens hiking/backpacking and caving (July or August)

$700 per person, including all meals except night 1 and 4, airport pick up, and equipment

Day 1: Fly into Portland, night in a hotel (this would not be included in the cost), evening downtown Portland

Day 2: Drive out to Mt. Saint Helens (group transport provided in trip cost), explore Ape Caves in the morning, short hike in the afternoon. Camp near mountain.

Day 3: Backpack Mt St Helens -or- summit attempt (more strenuous), camp on mountain.

Day 4: Visit Mulnomah falls, option for waterfall hike, option to stop at a winery or brewery. Night in Portland or evening flight


Visit a Winery Ape Caves Ape Caves

MONTANAMontana Wilderness – Service Trip with the Bob

July

Area Description: Considered by many to be the “crown jewel” of the wilderness preservation system, the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex is comprised of over 1.5 million acres of untrammeled, wild vastness that stretches from Glacier National Park in the north, to Rogers Pass to the south in the northern Rockies of Montana. The Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex is named after the early day forester and conservationist who started his career for the forest service in Montana and is credited with single-handedly adding 5.4 million acres to the nation’s wilderness system. In 1941, after Bob Marshall’s death this primitive area was commemorated with his name and later additions of the Great Bear and Scapegoat Wildernesses in the 1970’s preserved this continuous tract of primeval land.

Straddling the continental divide, the “Bob” as it’s known locally, is comprised of towering limestone reefs (including the famous Chinese Wall), range after range of majestic mountains, lush forests, broad basins and valleys, and two “wild and scenic” designated rivers. It also contains some of the best wildlife habitat in the lower 48 for elk, deer, moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, black bear, and the “threatened” grizzly bear.

Project: Since you are a Forest Service volunteer, expect to put in an 5 hour workday, and 40 hours per week on the longer trips. Trail maintenance projects involve use of primitive tools such as cross-cut saws, axes, pulaskis, hand saws, shovels and loppers, which you will be trained for and supervised by a BMWF project crew-leader. Trail work can involve strenuous lifting, bending, and hiking to and from work site each day. There are a variety of tasks on each trip and we encourage volunteers to take turns and try all of them. The BMWF crew-leader will assign appropriate tasks to fit your comfort and skill level as well (i.e.- you won't be expected to saw tree's out of the trail all day if you would rather cut brush with loppers instead). On the longer trips, you will also be expected to help out with camp chores such as cooking, cleaning, and general camp duties.

Pack Support: We will arrange to have a volunteer packer to haul tools, food and some personal gear. The first priorities for packing are crew food and tools. If there is space, larger items such sleeping bags and tents may also be packed. Please be prepared to carry in ALL of your personal backpacking gear. We do our best to arrange for pack support but volunteer packers are not always available.

Food: Food and menu planning are provided by our crew leader. Please limit personal snacks to avoid over packing food. Please alert us to any food allergies or preferences. BMWF also provides bear hang supplies as the crew will be practicing proper backcountry food storage. You will be expected to pitch in and help prepare meals, and other campsite chores during the project.

Gear: BMWF will bring group gear such as cooking stove, pots & pans, water filter, etc. However, each volunteer should bring a personal kitchen kit (with plate/bowl, spoon/fork, hot mug, water bottle, etc). Please see the attached list for other personal gear needs. Note: participants will need to bring long pants (no shorts for trail work), long sleeved shirt (when sawing), work gloves and sturdy pair of hiking boots (tennis shoes ARE NOT recommended) to work in. Please wear hiking boots with ankle support. Volunteers are also responsible for bringing their own personal camping gear including a sleeping bag, tent, and backpack. Dressing in layers is the best approach. One work “outfit” will be sufficient; everyone will stink as much as you do (unless they are not working very hard).

Leave No Trace: We will be practicing Leave No Trace camping principles in the backcountry, some projects will be near a Forest Service cabin, there is a primitive outhouse at the Forest Service Cabin. The BMWF crew-leader will be training you in these principles and what needs to be followed during the week. We will try and leave as little an impact as we can to keep the campsite and this area beautiful.

Trip will be hiking and camping in the back country/Wilderness.



Montana – Wilderness Hiking Camping, Forest Service (July)

$350 per person, including all meals except day 1 and lunch/dinner on day 6, transportation to and from trailhead. Participants will need to bring their own equipment.

Day 1: Fly to Montana, meet group at airport and carpool to the trail head. Stay the night (camping). Flight to Montana not included in the price. Carpool to the trail head would be included in price.

Day 2: Meet packers. Hike in. Setup basecamp.

Day 3, 4, 5: Work Days. Wake up, eat breakfast, hike to work site, work for a few hours. Eat lunch. Walk to another work site, work for a few hours, then walk back to basecamp for dinner.

Day 6: Hike out. Drive back near the airport and stay the night in a hotel to cleanup. Transportation leaving the trail and back to airport/hotel is included in trip price. Hotel and dinner on day 4 not included.

Day 7: Flight back to Texas. Not included in trip price.

*Trip includes team building activities (pre-trip) such as a local Houston hike, trip planning, equipment and

safety talks.

YOSEMITEYosemite Falls Backpacking Trip (California)

June

Explore the backcountry by hiking the Yosemite Creek Trail, summit Eagle Peak and hike to Yosemite Falls.

Backpacking: Person will carry 35-50 lbs on their back.

Meals: Included unless otherwise stated in itinerary. People may bring additional preferred snacks. The company takes in everyone’s dietary restrictions and allergies when planning meals.




Yosemite National Park Trekking:

$1,500 per person

Included in Cost: • 5 day, 4 night adventure• Professional, knowledgeable, and safety certified trip leaders• Ground Transportation throughout trip• (3) nights of Comfortable Camping (double occupancy) – camping groups only• (1) Nights of Lodging in San Francisco (double occupancy)• Comfortable camping equipment to include: Tents, sleeping pad, camp chair, camp kitchen,

group gear, and mess kit – camping groups only• Yosemite National Park permits and entry fees• Activities and meals as defined in the itinerary• Bottled water, sports drinks & snacks during vehicle transfers• Airport Transfers limited to (2) arrivals after 2pm and (2) departures prior to 2pm • Starport team building activities (pre-trip) such as a local Houston hike, trip planning, equipment

and safety talks.

Optional Additions:• Trekking Poles – Complimentary upon request• Sleeping Bag and Linen Set Rental - $35 per person

Not Included in Cost: • Airfare• Personal Hiking equipment

Yosemite National Park Trekking:

Day 1: Arrive to San Francisco by 3:00pm. We are greeted by our guides and start our transfer to the land of Giant Sequoias and Water Falls. Sleep at campground in or near Yosemite National Park. Dinner is included.

Day 2: Upper Yosemite Falls, marveling at waterfalls cascading over stark walls of granite that rise majestically from the wooded valley floor. Changing pace in the afternoon, we explore the serene El Capitan meadow, watching as rock climbers ascend the 2,307-metre vertical rock formation. We then trek along the valley floor and the various beaches of the Merced River. In the afternoon, we return to the village and relax after an incredible day exploring some of the best sites in Yosemite.

Day 3: Mist Trail, Vernal Falls and John Muir Loop. Strenuous hike to Vernal Falls Trail past three cascading waterfalls and a series of pristine natural pools. Disappearing into the woods, the Mist Trail opens up at a sheer granite shelf above Nevada Falls. We will stop en route for lunch before heading back to the village via the John Muir Trail in the late afternoon. Camping in or near Yosemite National Park. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 4: Pohono Trail – Trek to Inspiration Point, Dewey Point and Celebration Dinner. Pack up and make stops at Artist Point, Inspiration Point, and Dewey Point to look back on Yosemite Valley. Upon arrival, we check-in to our hotel and then have a Celebration Dinner. Will stay the night in the Comfort Inn by the San Francisco Bay. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 5: Fly home. Airport transfers guests to airport prior to 2pm. Breakfast included.


GRAND CANYONMountain bike 71 miles of the North Rim trail.

June, July, August

Camping and biking with suspension Santa Cruz cycle.

This four-day mountain biking adventure will take you along the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Often listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World, the Grand Canyon is popular for hiking, backpacking, and rafting enthusiasts. Although largely protected from mountain bikers due to its national park status, this trip allows you to ride along some of the most remote country in the continental United States. Rising high above the magnificent canyons carved by the Colorado River, the Kaibab Plateau offers outstanding mountain biking combined with spectacular scenery. Pedal through Ponderosa Pine and Aspen forests, with rolling terrain between 8,000 and 9,000 feet, and ride on flowing singletrack and untraveled forest roads. Enjoy views of magnificent canyons carved by the Colorado River.

Dine on healthy, fresh, delicious meals, kick back around the campfire in good company, and camp under the stars on this unforgettable adventure.


Intensity: This trip is strenuous

Grand Canyon – Mountain Biking

$1,100 per person

Price Includes• Camping equipment• All meals• Santa Cruz full-suspension bike rental• Guiding fees• Support vehicle• Trip includes Starport team building activities (pre-trip) such as a local Houston

bike, trip planning, equipment and safety talks.

Price Does Not Include• Travel to and from St. George, Utah (flight and any hotels)• Personal gear• Optional bike upgrade ($60-$180 additional)• Optional bike insurance ($15 covers up to $500 in damages)• Gratuities

Grand Canyon – Mountain Biking

Day 1: Arizona Rim Trail- 14 miles. Meet your guides at 8 a.m. on the morning of your departure at the Lexington Inn in St. George, Utah. Your guides will take care of any last minute logistics and load the support vehicle, before you make the three-hour drive to the trailhead. Unload your bike and gear and ride a section of the Arizona Trail, which eventually runs north to south across the entire state of Arizona. The trail consists of mostly smooth, rolling singletrack with several steep climbs and descents. Meet up with the truck mid-day for a tasty buffet lunch before heading towards the East Rim Overlook, with your first views of the magnificent canyons below. Help set up camp while your guides prepare meals, head out for a hike, or lounge around the forested campsite with a book.

Day 2: Upper Tater Canyon to North Rim - 30 miles. Begin the day with three miles of rolling singletrack, and then alternate to forest service roads. The terrain is moderate, with a good amount of downhill in addition to several climbs you must conquer before reaching camp at Locust Point. Here, you’ll camp for two nights right on the magnificent North Rim of the Grand Canyon. The views are amazing, and the sunrises, sunsets, and stars are sublime.

Day 3: Rainbow Rim Trail - 18 miles. Explore Rainbow Rim trail, an incredibly scenic trail designed by the Kaibab Ranger District with mountain bikers in mind. The fast carving singletrack winds right along the rim of the Kaibab Plateau with outstanding views into the Grand Canyon. Carry lunch on the out and back ride to Timp Point, or make it a loop by adding 10 miles of jeep roads.

Day 4 Rainbow Rim Trail - 9 – 18 miles. Continue riding the rest of the Rainbow Rim trail, nine miles to its end at Parissawampitts Point. Finish riding by noon, enjoy a delicious lunch, and shuttle back to St. George. You’ll arrive between 5 and 6 p.m., so its best to make lodging arrangements in advance.

SAN JUAN ISLANDSKayak in search of Orca whales. (Washington)

Summer Months

During this 4 day trip, you’ll have opportunities to search for Orca whales and other large marine mammals as you paddle among numerous small, uninhabited islands.

This four-day San Juan Islands kayak tour will give you a chance to camp and kayak amongst the many islands that encircle San Juan Island. Featuring incredible views and great wildlife, this trip is a Northwest classic. To top off the great kayaking and wildlife viewing, you'll enjoy an all-inclusive camping experience featuring delicious camp cuisine and bottled wines.

Paddle your kayak through the favored habitat of the Southern Resident Orca Whales, currently protected under the Endangered Species Act. There are currently 80 known resident whales in this area. Orcas are also known as "killer whales," but don't let that frighten you. Orcas are actually oceanic dolphins, and the beautiful and intelligent creatures you may encounter on this trip feed exclusively on salmon.


San Juan Islands – Kayaking for Orcas

$700 per person

Price Includes:• Accommodations (camping)• All meals• Kayaking equipment• Camping tent• Ground transportation to launch point• equipment and safety talks.

Price Does Not Include:• Travel to and from Friday Harbor, Washington• Sleeping bag and pad (available for rent)• Gratuities

Common Questions:1. How do I get to Friday Harbor from Seattle? You have a number of different travel options. Most people take a shuttle van that leaves right from Sea Tac

airport 8-9 times a day and transports you to the Anacortes Ferry Terminal, which is about a two and a half hour drive. At the terminal, purchase a round trip walk-on ticket to Friday Harbor, which will cost around $12 per person. When you sign up for the trip, we will e-mail you all the travel details you’ll need to arrange your transportation.

2. I've never kayaked before, is that going to be a problem? No experience is necessary! Your safety is their number one priority, so Outdoor Odysseys uses very stable double kayaks that tend to be wider and much more stable than single kayaks. They employ mature, seasoned guides who will give you a very thorough on-land orientation before you start your trip. You'll learn the basics of kayak paddling, including how to steer and fit the boat. Throughout your kayak trip, your guide will be there to give you pointers and assist you with your paddling skills.

3. How far do we kayak each day? It varies, but the average ranges from 7–10 miles a day, with 12 miles maximum. The tours are geared towards novice and intermediate paddlers, and there's a lot of flexibility built in to give participants the option of going for a hike, an evening paddle, or simply lounging around in camp.

San Juan Islands – Kayaking for Orcas

Day 1: Arrival. On day one you'll meet your guides at 8:30 am in downtown Friday Harbor, San Juan Island. Your guides will walk you through a thorough on-land orientation and paddle talk. Once you feel completely comfortable in the kayak, you'll depart from San Juan County Park. Paddle through prime orca whale habitat as you head north towards the campsite on Stuart Island. After setting up your tent at the waters’ edge, take a break while your guides prepare delicious cuisine.

Day 2: Circumnavigate Stuart Island. Enjoy waking up to the smell of freshly brewed gourmet coffee, teas, and famous cinnamon swirl French toast. After you've filled up with delicious breakfast, circumnavigate Stuart Island keeping a sharp eye peeled for orca whales, bald eagles, and osprey.

Day 3: Speiden and Sentinel Islands. Break camp and point the nose of your kayak towards Jones Island, one of the jewels of the San Juan Islands. Paddle along Spieden and Sentinel Islands and stop for lunch at a beautiful little cove on the east side of San Juan Island. Set up camp at one of the numerous delightful waterfront sites that ring the island. While the guides prepare your last night’s dinner, you'll have the opportunity to explore the island.

Day 4: Paddle the San Juan Channel. Depart from Jones Island and kayak past picturesque Yellow Island, which is owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy. Work your way down San Juan Channel, taking a break at Turn Island for lunch and take out. Arrive back into Friday Harbor between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.

*Trip includes Starport team building activities (pre-trip) such as trip planning, equipment and safety talks.

TRIP COMPARISONS

MT. HOODMt. Hood hiking and climbing, surfing or waterfall hike, Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Railroad. (Oregon)

July or August

Moderate to Strenuous

MT. St HELENSHiking, climbing, surfing or waterfall hike, winery, Ape Caves (Washington)

July or August


MONTANAMontana Wilderness Backpacking, hiking, camping, leave no trace –Service Trip with the BobMarshall Wilderness Foundation.

July


YOSEMITEExplore the backcountry by hiking the Yosemite Creek Trail, summit Eagle Peak and hike to Yosemite Falls. Camping. (California)

June


GRAND CANYONMountain bike 71 miles of the North Rim trail. Camping. (Utah/Arizona)

June, July, August

Strenuous

SAN JUAN ISLANDSKayak and camping in search of Orca whales. (Washington)

Summer Months


INCLUSIONS Airport pickup, all meals except night 1, 5, and winery, equipment (except sleeping bag/pad. This would be the cost including surfing and climbing.). Starport team building, prep, safety talks. Equipment list sent. Expert guide.

Including all meals except night 1 and 4, airport pick up, and equipment. Personal equipment list sent. Starport team building, prep, safety talks. Expert guide.

Includes all meals except day 1 and lunch/dinner on day 6, transportation to and from trailhead. Mules to pack and carry heavy items to basecamp. Expert guide. Learn to use cutting tools, crosscutter, axe, etc. Service trip. Learn leave no trace principles and survival. Transportation to and from trail head. Starport team building, prep, safety talks.

Expert guide. Ground Transportation throughout trip 3 nights of camping. 1 night of Lodging in San Francisco. Camping included: Tents, sleeping pad, camp chair, camp kitchen, group gear, and mess kit . Yosemite National Park permits and entry feesAirport Transfers for arrivals and departures prior to 2pm. Starport team building activities such as a local Houston hike, trip planning, equipment and safety talks.

Camping equipment. All meals. Santa Cruz full-suspension bike rental. Guiding fees. Support vehicle. Campfire. Starportteam building activities such as a local Houston bike, trip planning, equipment and safety talks.

Accommodations (camping). All meals. Kayaking equipment. Camping tent. Ground transportation to launch pointStarport team building , planning, equipment packing, and safety talks.

NOT INCLUDED/ADD-ONS

Flights and personal equipment. Hotel accommodations.Dinner night 1 and 5. Any extra add –ons (winery, railroad). Snacks.

Flights and personal equipment. Hotel accommodations. Dinner night 1 and 4. Any extra add –ons (winery, gifts, etc). Snacks.

Flights and personal equipment. Hotel accommodations. All meals except day 1 and day 6 lucch/dinner. Snacks.

Optional Additions:Trekking Poles –Complimentary upon request. Sleeping Bag and Linen Set Rental - $35 per person. Flights and personal hiking equipment.

Flights and personal equipment. Hotel accommodations. Personal gear. Optional bike upgrade ($60-$180 additional)Optional bike insurance ($15 covers up to $500 in damages). Gratuities

Flight and hotel accommodations. Travel to and from Friday Harbor, Washington. Sleeping bag and pad (available for rent). Gratuities. Personal equipment.

PRICE PER PERSON(Inclusions only)

$825 $700 $350 $1,500 $1,100 $700

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