ADVENTURE RISK CHALLENGE (ARC)
Explore the beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains on a 11-day course through Lake Tahoe or Yosemite National Park. Participants will cultivate themselves academically, emotionally and physically, as they hike through the mountains; study language arts & environmental science; and write poetry and personal essays. At the end of the experience, students return home with new knowledge about themselves, leadership, and the importance of teamwork.
Who is Adventure Risk Challenge?
Adventure Risk Challenge, also known as ARC, has partnered with Summer Search for several years! ARC combines outdoor experiences, academics, and leadership to help youth envision a brighter future in school and beyond. They are incredibly supportive of youth and families who are English Language Learners and students who have a diversity of experiences and backgrounds. On each ARC course, there are staff that speak Spanish.
Program Details
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Location: Yosemite
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Participant Mix: Mix of Summer Searchers &
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Accommodations: Tents
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Bathroom Access: None in the backcountry; flush toilets & hot showers when in the front country
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Phone Access: None during the course
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COVID Policy: TBA
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There are limited spots on this trip!
course details
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Yosemite Stepping Stone Course A
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Jun 28-Jul 8, 2025 (11 days)
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Yosemite Stepping Stone Course B
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Jul 13-Jul 23, 2025 (11 days)
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program activities
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Go on a backpacking expedition through the Sierra Nevada Mountains and explore alpine lakes and the natural beauty of California
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Spend time each day studying language arts, journaling or writing poetry
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One additional adventure activity based off of your and your group's interest
WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM THIS Experience
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One backpacking trip and one adventure activity
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Expanded confidence and stronger sense of self
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New friendships built around teamwork in the outdoors
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Knowledge about outdoor stewardship and conservation
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More confidence in reflective writing and sharing through daily journaling exercises
This program is a good fit if you...
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Enjoy writing or expressing yourself through written word
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Want a trip shorter than 2 weeks
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Don't mind if your group is a mix of mostly non-Summer Searchers
Some courses, but not all, have:
