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Summer 2009 Trips Coming Soon!

 Sign up before April 30 for an early-bird discount of $20 off the listed price. Click here for registration forms and info!


Spring Retreats

May 23-25, or 

May 30-June 1

 

mountain retreat

campfires

hiking

Faith in the World (ages 13-18)

 

God is real and God is with us, every day. Join a group of passionate excited people and learn practical ways to share your faith with people in your life and address tough issues, not to mention make some great new friends who will support and encourage you. You'll hop on our bus Friday night, spend all day Saturday on an adventure, and worship together Sunday morning before returning home.

 

$75 early, $95 regular

June 13-15

 

cliffside adventure

rock climbing

Leadership Institute (ages 15-18)

 

Lead like Jesus led: be someone people will want to follow! Learn to support, guide and inspire your friends and others in their faith. Be prepared for a day of crazy fun on the rocks and serious challenges with the group. Our bus will pick you up Friday night and deliver you home Sunday afternoon. In between you'll do some rock-climbing and practice leadership skills like compassion, judgment, decision making, and problem-solving. Delicious Montana meals, rock-climbing equipment, and instruction included.

 

$75 early, $95 regular


Summer Trips


June 11-14

 

evening campfires

build fence

work with cattle

service projects

Hitchcock Service Trip (all ages)

 

Jesus told his disciples that the last would be first in his kingdom. This week, put yourself last and prepare to be humbled and amazed by the work that God can do through you! This week will put you on a real working ranch helping out the rancher with lots of chores.  Reach out to people who need to see God's love in you.

 

$100 early

June 15-20 or

July  6-12

 

horseback riding

Glacier National Park

rock climbing

hidden swimming holes

 

 

6-day Mountain Top Experience (ages 13-18)

 

Reach for new heights this week! Hike /Ride in some of Montana's most beautiful mountains, revel in the glory of God's creation, and enjoy the fellowship of Christians who want to grow in their faith.

 

$335 early, $355 regular

July 20-26

 

mountain hiking

rock climbing

overnight solo

riotous group campout


 

A Walk in the Wilderness (ages 15-18)

 

Walk in the footsteps of many Biblical leaders who grew closer to God in the wilderness. Moses spent 40 years wandering before he was led to the promised land. Jesus spent 40 days fasting and praying in preparation for his ministry. You'll spend a week exploring the wonders of God's creation, seeking a closer relationship with God away from the distractions of your daily life. Your group will hike in the  mountains of Northwest Montana. You will visit some beautiful waterfalls and swimming holes, and have an opportunity to do some fishing in high alpine lakes that hardly anyone else visits. Your last night out, you'll get to spend in solo contemplation and prayer. It'll be a moving and powerful experience.  Finish the week with a joyful celebration of community after the reflection and solitude of the wild..

 

$395 early, $415 regular

July 27-Aug 4

 

rock climbing

orienteering

water challenge

land challenge

 

Bold Faith Challenge (ages 15-18)

 

Put it all on the line on this 9-day challenge. Face the risks of boldly living your life for your Creator in a fallen world. Face the risks of reaching out to your sisters and brothers. Face the risks of uncertainty and doubt.

Come away with a new, trusting relationship with your Lord and motivation and tools for your walk in Christ!

 

$455 early, $475 regular

Aug 10-16

 

huckleberry picking

horseback riding

rock climbing

hidden swimming holes

 

 

7-day Mountain Top Experience (ages 13-18)

 

Reach for new heights this week! Hike/horseback ride up some of Montana's most beautiful mountains, revel in the glory of God's creation, and enjoy the fellowship of Christians who want to grow in their faith.

 

$375 early, $395 regular

Aug 17-24

horsepacking

wild and scenic river

fly-fishing

remote Big Salmon Lake

Wilderness Fly-fishing Week (ages 16-adult)

 

Make all your "river runs through it" fantasies come true this week. You'll ride on horseback into your idyllic camping spot on the South Fork of the Flathead River. Spend your days casting for cutthroat and dolly varden trout, and your evenings around the campfire, enjoying Marty's fresh fried fish with special ingredient Montana Dash.