Spring Gap Semester: Southwest

Trip Overview

The WA Spring Gap Semester Southwest provides our students with a beautiful outdoor classroom set for many adventures along the way. Canoe through the rugged landscapes of Big Bend National Park and the historical Labyrinth Canyon. Backpack the remote wilderness of the Coronado National Forest, Canyonlands National Park, and Grand Staircase Escalante. Learn about the history of the Indigenous Peoples of Chaco Culture National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument. Overnight whitewater raft on the Colorado River. Follow a 4 day rock climbing progression at the Cochise Stronghold. Build your confidence in recreating safely by earning a Wilderness First Responder / First Aid certification.

Designed for students 18+, this Gap Semester program provides students with the opportunity to sharpen their backcountry hard skills and leadership abilities within a supportive and inclusive community. Whether it’s your first time camping or you’re an avid outdoors person, you will walk away with transferable skills fit for college, careers, and more.