Service trips are designed for participants who are looking for an opportunity to volunteer and meet new friends during the summer. Each participant will be expected to partake in the activities and work involved with the trip. Building, picking up debris and painting are among the many activities you may be asked to do. This work can be physically demanding and, at times, difficult. In the evenings, groups will discuss volunteerism and process the days events, brainstorm ideas to help those in need and talk about why they are interested in helping others.
Groups will stay in tents in established campsites during the trip, with access to showers and flushing toilets. The vehicle will be parked next to the campsite, so participants will not have to carry personal items very far. Maximum group size is 10 participants. To find out about staffing and other frequently asked questions, click here.
SERVICE PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION BEFORE REGISTRATION IS FINALIZED
Habitat Adirondacks
Ages 14-17 - July 25-August 6, August 8 – August 20, $1750
Work with Habitat Adirondacks near Saranac Lake to gain community service hours, new friends and new skills. We’ll help build a house with Habitat for Humanity and work with other local non-profit organizations to earn up to 35 volunteer service hours. While we’re there, we’ll enjoy the beauty of the Adirondack Mountains by rafting, climbing and exploring some local towns.
Click HERE to view the itinerary for this trip.
Maine Trail Builders
Ages 14-17 - June 27-July 9, July 11-23, $1850
Come join us in Maine as we work with the National Park Service to complete various service projects in Acadia Park. Assist with a variety of activities including clearing overgrown shrubs, planting native plants and learning how to build fences, gaining up to 35 hours of community service at the same time! On our days off, we’ll climb on Otter Cliffs, bike the carriage roads, and enjoy the scenery!
Click HERE to view the itinerary for the June 27-July 9 trip.
Click HERE to view the itinerary for the July 11-23 trip.
Frost Valley reserves the right to cancel adventure trip sections if minimum number of participants is not met.
DIFFICULTY LEVELS
Introductory – designed
for those with limited or no experience
camping; includes moderate physical
activity and/or limited backcountry
lifestyle
Intermediate – involves
moderate physical activity and/or backcountry
lifestyle; prior camping experience is recommended
Challenging -
involves moderate to strenuous physical
activity; prior experience camping is highly
suggested and a brief interview with
camper and parents is required before
registration is confirmed
