Our 2009 Programs

WILD offers week long trips built around the floating classroom concept in which we raft, hike and explore the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon in Canyonlands National Park, the Yampa River in Dinosaur National Monument and the Main Salmon River in Idaho . Here, these rivers remain relatively unobstructed by upstream dams and still run free through some of the most exceptional scenes in the Western U.S., offering a unique perspective of how this region may have appeared to early explorers and Native Americans. Our lessons are location specific and focus on the ecosystems, geology, history and hydrology of the environment. Each program will also include daily opportunitie for side canyon exploration, discussion of expeditionary skills and equipment orientation, night time activities, campfire gatherings and plenty of time for introspection.

 
  • July 19 – July 26
  • July 26 – Aug 2

$1,350/person + $80/person for R/T transportation from Salt Lake City
Ages: 16 - 18 yrs
River rating: Class III

 


COLORADO RIVER 8-DAYS HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM

Join a group of knowledgeable educators and experienced river guides for a week of collaborative teaching and learning on the Colorado River. Your day will be spent whitewater rafting and hiking in Canyonlands National Park and are combined with in-depth discussion of the region’s fascinating geological, archeological, sustainability, paleontological, hydrological, Native American cultural while students and teachers alike team up to explore the challenges that face our ailing planet.

Additional Topics – The effects and relevance of invasive species and riparian destruction.

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  • June 14 – June 21
  • June 21 – June 28
$1,449/person + $80/person for R/T transportation from SLC
Ages: 18-22 yrs
River rating: Class III


COLORADO RIVER 8-DAYS COLLEGE PROGRAM

Our program for university level students offers two challenging and thought provoking trips.

June 14 Trip: Join eco poet and permaculturalist Trathen Heckman for eight days of informative and entertaining discussions surrounding permaculture, personal empowerment and community building.

June 21 Trip: Author and green building expert Nathaniel Corum joins WILD for an inspiring weeklong exploration of innovative approaches to re-visioning our communities.

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  • June 28 – July 5

$1,435/person + $80/person for R/T transportation from Boise
Ages: 16 - 18 yrs
River rating: Class III - IV


MAIN SALMON RIVER 8-DAYS HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM

Further details TBA

 



 
  • May 27 – June 23
$950/person + $80/person R/T transportation from Salt Lake City to Vernal
Ages: 18-22 yrs
River rating: Class III-IV


YAMPA RIVER 8-DAYS COLLEGE PROGRAM

This trip will focus on the importance of the Yampa & Colorado River watershed and how an invasive species has altered not only the landscape, but the overall management of various watersheds in the Western U.S. The trip will also include a one day restoration project in Dinosaur National Monument.

 

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