Inner Guide Expeditions

A rite of passage for middle school & high school students.

Our backcountry immersion expeditions, designed specifically for youth, help young adults grow into aware, caring, capable humans.

We take teens into wild places with the intention of expanding their understanding of both their inner and outer worlds, creating fertile ground for confidence that sticks.

Along the way they learn about map and compass navigation, backcountry cooking, gear care, personal responsibility, situational awareness and leadership.

The result? Teens who return more conscientious, more prepared, and more connected to themselves, to others, and to what really matters.

If your teen is ready for a summer that inspires and challenges them, we’d love to share what’s coming up.
Drop a comment or send us a message and we’ll find a trip that suits them best.

📸 from our Iceland and Tour Du Mont Blanc trip last summer

Teens don’t just “go outside” on our expeditions — they learn how to lead themselves in the backcountry.
On our multi-day trips young adults build real-world skills:
• packing and caring for gear
• map + compass navigation
• cooking and camp systems
• decision-making and situational awareness

But the biggest shift is internal: confidence, self-reflection, and resilience.
Parents often tell us their teens return more conscientious, more communicative, and more capable — with a deeper appreciation for life.

Want to see this year’s trip options and dates? Take a look at our upcoming expeditions—link in the comments.

Summer is for inspiring the soul. Wilderness is the way of simplicity to hear the calling of authentic connection away from the digital landscapes and into the mountains, lakes, rivers, and ourselves.

Inner Guide Expeditions still as a few spots open for this season:

For Middle Schoolers:
10-day Trinity Alps Backpacking and Surfing on the California Coast: June 10-19. 2 Spots available.

For High Schoolers:
14-day Backpacking and Canoeing in North Cascades National Park: July 8-21. 3 spots available.

More details on our website, in the comments.

Partial Scholarships are available, as well as payment plans are available.

This August, an unforgettable journey that will transform the way your teen sees the world. The Tour du Mount Blanc isn’t just a hike- it’s a life changing adventure that challenges, inspires, and connects us with nature in a way few experiences can.

Designed for teens ages 14-18, this adventure will push boundaries and create memories that last a lifetime.

Link in bio for more information 🔗