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SERVICE. ADVENTURE. LANGUAGE.

“Such a wonderful, life-affirming program, never to be forgotten.” DIRECTOR OF DOMESTIC PROGRAMS DIRECTOR OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS DIRECTOR OF INTERNATIONAL

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WELCOME Windsor Mountain Student Travel 2013 progra m highlights

2013 Program Highlights Denotes Programs with Community Service Hours

COMPLETED SERVICE PROGRAMS DAYS DATES PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS PRICE PAGE GRADE HOURS INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

6/29-7/13 Puerto Rico 8-10 15 or 20 Surfing, canyoning, rock climbing, night kayaking, snorkeling, Friendship Camp, 5-day surf extension. 10-20 $2,995/$3,845 6 or 7/18

Surfing, rock climbing, hill walking, kayaking, high ropes course, falconry at Ashford Castle, boat Ireland 18 6/30-7/17 8-10 tour to the Cliffs of Moher, biking on the Isle of Inis Mor. $4,395 7

Language immersion, tour Paris: Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Latin Quarter, Cote d’Azur, Avignon Theatre France 21 6/30-7/20 9-12 Festival, cooking in Provence, organic farming. 10 - 20 $4,395 8

6/29-7/16 Hike Cotopaxi Volcano, explore the Galapagos, Quito and Otavalo, zip-lining, hiking, canyoning, Ecuador 9-12 18 or 23 whitewater rafting, canoeing, Spanish Immersion, Friendship Camp, volunteer with special needs 20 - 30 $3,895/$4,845 9 or 7/21 children in Cusco.

6/23-7/13 Language immersion, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, sea kayak Lake Titicaca, Spanish immersion, Peru 9-12 21 or 26 20 - 30 $4,195/$5,045 10 or 7/18 sustainable agriculture at Almeria Solidaria.

Hiking, snorkeling, swimming, day cruise on classic Caribbean schooner, create/lead 2 different Caribbean 27 6/30-7/26 9-12 Friendship Camps, volunteer at Turtle Sanctuary. 30 - 40 $4,795 11

6/29-7/26 40 hours of community service: Friendship Camp, volunteer at (1) SOS Red Cross Children’s Village in South Africa 9-12 28 or 33 40 - 60 $5,195/$6,195 12 or 7/31 Swaziland, (2)Umbuyisa School of Art in Soweto, (3)Malealea Land Trust in Lesotho, (4) Safari in Kruger.

Home stays, horse trekking, archery, wrestling, nomadic living, fishing, kayaking Hovzgol National Mongolia 28 6/30-7/27 9-12 Park, explore the capital city of Ulaanbaatar. $5,195 13

DOMESTIC PROGRAMS

Backpacking, multi-day white water rafting trip, mountaineering, rock climbing, Wilderness First Colorado Leadership 28 6/29-7/26 9-12 Responder certification, leadership development. $5,495 14 3

6/23-7/14 Backpacking, eco-service project, leadership development, mountain biking, multi-day white water Wild Oregon I and II 8-10 22 $4,695 15 6/29-7/20 rafting, rock climbing, sandboarding, snowboarding/skiing, surfing.

Surfing, multi-day white water rafting, rock climbing, sandboarding, snowboarding/skiing, windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620 Surf to Summit (Oregon) 15 7/21-8/4 7-9 leadership development, Multnomah Falls, explore Portland, OR. $3,395 16

Sea kayaking Lake Champlain, backpacking, rock climbing, spelunking/cave floating, white water Adirondacks 16 6/29-7/14 6-8 rafting, tubing Ausable Chasm, leadership development. $3,450 17

Rock climbing, overnight sea kayaking trip, whale watching, white water rafting, biking, island & Maine Explorer 15 7/21-8/4 5-7 coastal ecology, tour Bar Harbor, explore Acadia National Park. $3,275 18

6/22-6/29, 7/7-7/14 Rock climbing, sea kayaking, white water rafting, explore Acadia National Park, overnight Hut trip to New England 8’s 5-8 8 $1,750 19 7/20-7/27, 8/4-8/11 Lakes of the Clouds, summit Mt. Washington.

CONTACT US Windsor Mountain Student Travel, One World Way, Windsor, NH 03244 Windsor Mountain International Summer Camp, One World Way, Windsor, NH 03244 If you have any questions, Angus Whyte, Director of International Programs Jason Eckman, Director of US & Ireland Programs Jake Labovitz, Owner & Director: [email protected] please feel free to contact [email protected] [email protected] Kerry Labovitz, Owner & Director: [email protected] us at any time! 800.596.9620 x103 800.596.9620 x104 W H O is winds o r mo untain

Why choose Windsor Mountain Student Travel?

Our Experience Windsor Mountain began exploring the world with students in 1967. Through almost half a century of student travel experience, we have consistently led the way in creating innovative, ground-breaking and authentic travel experiences. With an impeccable safety record, we create fun and enriching programs involving community service, leadership development, outdoor adventure, language learning, cultural understanding, and environmental awareness. Through life-changing travel experiences, students grow and learn interpersonal skills that they carry with them long after their return.

Our Values No matter the destination, we strive to impart to our students the core Windsor Mountain values of appropriate risk-taking, respect and responsibility. We embrace the exploration of uncharted territories and encourage students to step out of their comfort zones. Every year, our students say, “This is the first time I have ever…slept out under the stars…tried rock climbing… opened up to a group…understood how lucky I am…learned how much I take for granted…” We create a safe environment in which students can challenge their limits while having fun. As they travel together as a group, students develop respect for each other, their leaders, and for the people and cultures they encounter. Students learn personal responsibility as each contributes to the group whether through cooking, cleaning, navigating, planning, or packing. On a Windsor Mountain trip, responsibility means personal integrity and adopting a group-first attitude.

Our Leadership Windsor Mountain Student Travel leaders are passionate about our programs and work tirelessly to create meaningful and enriching experiences our students will remember for a lifetime. They are mature, well-educated, responsible, and experienced leaders and care deeply about creating safe, fun and rewarding experiences for their students. They are professionals who have backgrounds in classroom teaching, outdoor education, international relations and humanitarian aid. They are motivated to affect positive change and care about what happens after we leave our destinations. Our leaders have residential experience and are fluent in the language of the destination country; are lifeguard, 4 CPR, Wilderness First Responder and first-aid certified; and have significant professional experience working with teenage students in a leadership role.

Live Simply Windsor Mountain creates authentic travel experiences. Our students live and travel simply. Everything necessary for participation in our programs can easily fit into a travel backpack and daypack (book bag). Our accommodations are equally practical: some in tents, some in youth hostels, school dormitories, and home stays, and in some cases, hotels. This commitment to simplicity allows students to experience the outdoors and each culture from the ground level, which enhances the authenticity of our programs. Windsor Mountain Student Travel

“We do indeed inhabit a moral universe and yes, goodness is powerful.” – Desmond Tutu th e winds o r mo untain e xp ri n ce

The Windsor Mountain Experience

Friendship Camps Combining leadership development with cultural exchange, language exposure, service learning, and generous doses of fun, a Windsor Mountain Friendship Camp is the perfect way to experience a new culture. Our Friendship Camps are completely student-driven. Under the guidance of experienced trip leaders, Windsor Mountain travelers design and implement a camp program specifically tailored for local children. During a typical camp day, they might teach a group of five year-old South African children how to play “Duck-Duck-Goose”, sing “Itsy- Bitsy Spider” with a group of Ecuadorian kids eager to learn English, or play soccer with a group of teenagers in the Caribbean. We teach our students to give freely of themselves, and to approach a new culture with an open heart and mind.

Wilderness Adventure At Windsor Mountain, we teach our students the joy of being outdoors, strengthen their awareness of the natural world, and challenge their perceived personal limitations with outdoor adventure activities such as alpine mountaineering, hiking, kayaking, white-water rafting, canoeing, surfing, snorkeling, rock climbing, canyoning, jungle zip-lining, and cycling. Whether learning the basics of Leave-No-Trace camping or picking up new outdoor adventure skills, our students measure themselves against the great outdoors on a daily basis, and feel the thrill of accomplishing things they previously thought were impossible. We impart a mindful worldview and embrace the concept of ‘environmentality’, in which students learn to understand and accept responsibility for treating the planet with respect and care.

Service Learning Windsor Mountain community service programs take the spirit of volunteerism one step further by channeling our students’ energy into meaningful work that serves vital community needs. Through hard-working fun, serious effort and genuine cooperation, our students learn and achieve more than they ever dreamed possible while contributing where there is demonstrated need.

Leadership Windsor Mountain programs allow students to tap their inner strength and unlock their leadership potential. As positive, proactive members of a small group, our students learn responsibility, commitment, and follow-through, as well as how to work and live together in dynamic, task-oriented situations. From service projects such as designing and leading “Friendship Camps” for local children 5 and assisting with infrastructure improvements to wilderness adventure challenges, such as navigating a remote section of backcountry, shooting that final rapid or motivating peers to climb that last peak, our students learn what it means to work towards a common goal and how to be a positive force for good, the essence of leadership. windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620 Cultural Exchange Windsor Mountain is an organization driven by experienced world travelers. When we pack our bags and set out on an adventure, we seek to meet new people and establish lasting ties of friendship through shared experiences. Our goal is to see beyond stereotypes and tourist attractions to create an authentic travel experience and to discover true culture by joining locals from host countries and participating side-by-side in fun activities and challenging service work.

Language Learning On our language immersion programs, we offer top-notch classroom instruction from experienced, professional teachers. But classroom study can take language skills only so far. The best way to learn a language is to plunge headfirst into the world. Surrounded by the sounds and rhythms of native speakers, our students jump the learning curve and return home with vastly improved conversational skills.

Group Dynamics Our students learn to work, play and travel together as a cohesive unit. Individuals become integral parts of the group and each help to build and strengthen the community. From the very first day, our leaders strive to create a tightly knit family of travelers. Students who were once strangers can quickly become close friends and form bonds that last a lifetime! pu e rt o ri co

PUERTO RICO BEGINS / ENDS: San Juan, PR. Group flight JFK-SJU(airfare to/from San Juan not included). DATES STUDENTS SERVICE TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels, Youth Hostels, Rustic Camping June 29 - July 13 DAYS 15 $ 2,995 HOURS PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Multi-Sport Adventure, Cultural Exchange, Service Learning, EXTENSION 15 or 20 GRADES EXTENSION 10 - 20 Leadership Development July 14 - July 18 8 - 10 $ 850

Puerto Rico is a proud island nation rich with cultural traditions, abundant wildlife, stunning beaches, and the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Park system. Rhythm and music, Caribbean Spanish, breathtaking natural beauty, and delicious traditional cooking make Puerto Rico an exciting first-step international summer travel destination for teens. 6 This program offers teens the perfect combination of fun in the sun, outdoor adventure, leadership training, and cultural exploration.

SURF EXTENSION Due to popular demand, we’re offering a 5-day surfing expedition to the end of our Puerto Rico trip. Designed by Puerto Rican surfing pioneer Tupi Cabrera, our group will receive specialized daily instruction and get the inside scoop on hidden “locals only” beaches in the Aguadilla area. The west coast of Puerto Rico offers some of the best surfing in the Caribbean, and we have the best surf instructors available. Windsor Mountain Student Travel

program highlights • Night kayak on the BioBay. • Snorkeling on the island of Vieques. • Canyoning, hiking, climbing, and zipline adventure in the Toro Negro Rainforest. • Surf with the best instructors in the Caribbean. • Fun and rewarding community service projects in Utuado, Toro Negro, and Aguadilla. • Design and lead a Windsor Mountain Friendship Camp with Puerto Rican kids. • Get a taste of “real life in Puerto Rico” by participating in fun activities with Puerto Rican peers.

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IRELAND BEGINS / ENDS: Shannon, Ireland. Group Flight JFK-SNN (airfare to/from Ireland not included). STUDENTS DATES DAYS 15 TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Hostels, Hotels, Dorms, Adventure Lodge June 30 - July 17 18 GRADES $ 4,395 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Multi-Sport Adventure, Cultural Exchange, Leadership Development 8 - 10

An expedition through Ireland is like no other. The Emerald Isle not only provides a landscape of craggy hillsides, majestic sea cliffs, stunning coastlines, and picturesque villages but also the opportunity to experience outdoor adventure in a whole new light. During our 18-day stay, we will try some of Ireland’s most popular outdoor sports including: kayaking the lakes of Kilarney, biking on Inis Mor island, and rock climbing and caving in the 7 Burren. We will explore ancient castles, learn the art of falconry, visit the Cliffs of Moher and surf the waves of Lahinch. The mountains, the sea, the colors, the people, and our adventurous pursuits are guaranteed to provide long lasting

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• High Ropes Course team challenge at the University of Limerick’s Outdoor Centre. • Travel to Ashford Castle, a magnificent fortress built in 1228 and home to Ireland’s First School of Falconry. program highlights We enjoy private falconry lessons with Harris hawks and other birds of prey. • Rock Climb and cave at the unique and rocky landscape of the Burren. • Participate in the Irish custom of hill-walking through the barren landscape in search of archaic ruins, odd geological formations, unique flowers, birds and wildlife. • Visit the world-renowned Cliffs of Moher. This impressive rock face provides an amazing sight as it rises from the Atlantic Ocean. • Travel by ferry to Inis Mor for a night on the largest of the Aran Islands. Bike along cobblestone paths to visit ancient stone forts, charming villages of thatched-roof cottages, and spectacular cliff coastlines. • Spend two days surfing at Lahinch, one of Europe’s most popular surfing locales. The variety of breaks Scan the code to find out more about the trips daily activities! provides a challenge to surfers of all abilities. • Kayak the Kilarney Lakes. Our trip begins at the 15th-century Ross Castle where we will visit Bronze Age copper mines before traveling through beautiful Loch Lein, and visit the 6th century monastic site on Innisfallen Island. fran ce

france BEGINS / ENDS: Paris, France. Group flight JFK-Paris (airfare to/from Paris not included). STUDENTS SERVICE ACCOMMODATIONS: Camping, Hostels, Houses/Apartments DATES DAYS 15 TUITION HOURS PROGRAM COMPONENTS: French Language Immersion, Cultural Exchange, French June 30 - July 20 21 GRADES $4,395 10-20 Cooking, Organic Farming 9 - 12

Immerse yourself in everything français: greet the local baker in Fontainebleau as you stroll home with warm baguettes for your group, explore the gorgeous gorges of Provence and Les Alpes-Maritimes, and sit in a Parisian café while soaking in the fabulous culture all around you. Windsor Mountain’s French Language and Culture Program reflects our years of experience 8 organizing language learning through intercultural immersion. Daily rituals of buying food, locating campsites and navigating routes take on added dimensions when you have to do it yourself, in French! Our leaders will encourage you to enjoy challenging explorations and make the most of your daily adventures in France. The student travel program will begin and end in Paris, where you will visit world-renowned museums, see the Eiffel Tower, and walk the Champs-Elysees. This is your chance to take the French you’ve learned in the classroom, and put it to the test in real-world situations–there is simply no better way to improve your language skills. • Take a whirlwind tour of the City of Lights: climb the Eiffel Tower, stroll down the Champs Elysees, browse

Windsor Mountain Student Travel classic art at the Louvre, ride the Ferris Wheel in the Jardin des Tuileries, rub elbows with poets, students, program highlights and artists in the Latin Quarter, marvel at the repurposed train station the Musee D’Orsay, walk the steps up to Montmartre, explore the tiny streets of the Marais, and more. • Improve French language skills during a 10 day immersion course which includes classroom activities, conversational assignments, and plenty of interaction with locals: nothing beats hearing the sounds and rhythms of native speakers every day! • Visit an organic farm and learn how to cook an authentic Provencal meal. Follow the journey of your food from the farm to the table. Learn to eat the French way: slowly, mindfully, with several extra helpings of laughter and camaraderie. • Road-trip with your group through the Alpes-Maritimes to the Riviera. Explore tiny, quiet villages nestled high Scan the code to find out more in the mountains and tucked away in verdant valleys. about the trips daily activities! • Experience the overwhelming artistic energy of the Avignon International Theatre Festival. • Finale on the idyllic beaches of the French Riviera. ec uad o r

ecuador BEGINS / ENDS: Quito, Ecuador. Group flight JFK-Quito (airfare not included). DATES STUDENTS SERVICE TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Homestays, Rustic Cabins, Hostels June 29 - July 16 DAYS 15 $ 3,895 HOURS PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Cultural Exploration, Service Learning, Multi-Sport EXTENSION 18 or 23 GRADES EXTENSION 20 - 30 Adventure, Language Exposure July 17 - July 21 9 - 12 $ 950

Ecuador’s geography and incredible bio-diversity is perfect for a summer of outdoor fun and adventure. From the snow-capped peaks of the Andes Mountains, to the lush Amazon Rainforest teeming with exotic life, to the perfect beaches and mysterious mangrove forests of the Pacific Coast—this program has everything you could want. Our group will explore the diverse cultures of this fascinating country. We will spend time in Quito, a city packed with Colonial 9 architecture and landmarks, and Otavalo, a mountain town known around the world for its famous markets. This trip is sure to create lasting memories for all. windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620 ADVENTURE EXTENSION IN THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS This summer, we’re offering a 5 day expedition to the Galapagos Islands at the end of our program. This is a unique opportunity to experience the Galapagos as adventure travelers, rather than tourists. Our nights will be spent camping out under the stars, and we’ll spend our days hiking, snorkeling, sea-kayaking, surfing, and exploring this amazing archipelago, home to sea lions, giant sea turtles, countless species of colorful tropical fish, and of course—Darwin’s Finches.

program highlights • Visit Cotopaxi National Park and climb to the 1st refuge of Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in the world. • Explore the Amazon rainforest by hiking winding jungle trails, climbing picturesque waterfalls, plunging into crystal clear swimming holes, and riding horses along traditional pack-routes. • Canoe down the winding Napo river through dense vegetation, past isolated villages dotted with thatch- roofed houses, and through breathtaking hidden canyons. • Learn about the people and culture of Ecuador during family home stays in Quito. • Give back to the communities you visit by creating a Friendship Camp for Ecuadoran children. • Swim in the gorgeous hot springs of Papallacta. • Speed across a zipline in the canopy of the Mindo Cloud Forest. Scan the code to find out more about the trips daily activities! • Chill out on the stunning beaches of Esmeraldas. p e ru

PERU BEGINS / ENDS: Cusco, Peru. Group flight JFK-Cusco (airfare to/from Cusco not included). DATES STUDENTS SERVICE TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Homestays, Rustic Cabins, Dormitories, Hostels June 23 - July 13 DAYS 15 $ 4,195 HOURS PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Leadership Development, Service Learning, Cultural Exchange, EXTENSION 21 or 26 GRADES EXTENSION 20 - 30 Outdoor Adventure July 14 - July 18 9 - 12 $ 850

At the crossroads of the ancient and the modern, Peru fascinates, intrigues, and beguiles the traveler. The Sacred Valley has endured for centuries as a testament to the cultural brilliance of the Incan Empire. The terraces, temples, and palaces of Machu Picchu beckon adventurers from all corners of the earth. Windsor Mountain 10 student travelers will live, learn, make new friends, and have ridiculous amounts of fun in this breathtaking location— The Sacred Valley of Peru.

ADVENTURE EXTENSION IN THE PERUVIAN ANDES This summer, we’re offering a five day expedition in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range in the Peruvian Andes. On any serious adventurer’s must-do list, this high-mountain trekking area is filled with majestic snowcapped peaks rising as high as 20,000 feet above sea level. Around every bend in the trail travelers find panoramic views encompassing alpine lakes, rugged mountain passes, and a wide array of flora and fauna unique to the Andes. With experienced local guides to impart their invaluable knowledge, and donkey trains to carry the heaviest gear, our group will cover lots of ground, learn everything they can about Andean culture and

Windsor Mountain Student Travel customs, and experience the thrill of trekking above the tree-line through an alpine wonderland.

program highlights • Improve your formal Spanish during top quality Spanish language classes. • Jumpstart your conversational Spanish skills through daily personalized tutoring sessions and hands-on language assignments. • Learn about rural life in Peru by living and working in the tiny village of Almeria. • Dance, sing, and have a blast while participating in traditional Folk Festivals with your Peruvian hosts. • Explore Ollantaytambo, the living Incan City. • Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Waynu Picchu, and Putucusi. • Paddle a sea kayak across the highest navigable lake on earth—Lake Titicaca.

Scan the code to find out more • Test your leadership skills by creating and leading a Windsor Mountain Friendship Camp for the children of about the trips daily activities! Almeria Solidaria. c aribb e an

CARIBBEAN BEGINS / ENDS: Windsor, NH (airfare to/from St. Vincent not included). STUDENTS SERVICE ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels, Community Homes, Beach Houses DATES DAYS 16 TUITION HOURS PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Leadership Development, Service Learning, Cultural June 30 - July 26 27 GRADES $ 4,795 30 - 40 Exchange, Outdoor Adventure 9 - 12

The Caribbean islands are breathtaking: white sand beaches, crystal clear blue water, coral reefs teeming with aquatic life, spectacular natural blowholes, mountaintop views (for those adventurous enough to make the hike!), all framed by idyllic sunrises and sunsets. In this fabulous island setting, surrounded by surf, sun and fun, Caribbean students will learn to make a difference. The group will engage in hands-on service learning projects that grow 11 organically from activities that promote genuine cross-cultural communication and exchange. Guided by experienced trip leaders, our students will take the time to get to know the people of the islands—the children, the

teenagers, the adults, and the elders—and then, after learning a bit about island culture, they will design and create windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620 two five-day summercamps for local children. These friendship camps are the core of the Caribbean program, and a unique and ideal way to approach the fundamental goals of Windsor Mountain Student Travel. Teenagers interested in teaching and leadership will have the chance to realize their skills in a real live teaching situation, with children from a completely different cultural background.

program highlights • Discover, explore, and enhance Leadership and Teaching skills by creating and leading two Windsor Mountain Friendship Camps for the island kids. • Get a taste of ‘real Caribbean life’ by spending ten days in the small inland town of Lauders. • Explore the hidden culture of the island: Hike La Soufriere Volcano, discover Dark View Falls and the Owia Salt Ponds. • Work with Peace Corps volunteers on community service projects. • Volunteer at the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary on Bequia. • Swim, snorkel, hike, and explore the natural beauty of the islands. • Sail the classic schooner The Friendship Rose to the crystal clear blue waters of The Tobago Cays. Scan the code to find out more about the trips daily activities! • Make new friends and have the experience of a lifetime! s o u t h afri c a

SOUTHERN AFRICA BEGINS / ENDS: Johannesburg, South Africa. Group Flight JFK-JNB DATES STUDENTS SERVICE TUITION (airfare to/from JFK-JNB not included). June 29 - July 26 DAYS 15 $ 5,195 HOURS ACCOMMODATIONS: Youth Hostels, Dormitories, Camping EXTENSION 28 or 33 GRADES EXTENSION 40 - 60 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Service Learning, Leadership Development, Cultural Exchange July 27 - July 31 9 - 12 $ 1,000

The spectacular landscape of Southern Africa is as diverse as its people: desert plains become rolling hills, mountain ranges reach to rocky coastlines. The beautiful faces and voices of the Zulu, Xhosa, Siswati, and Tsonga peoples radiate an exuberance and passion for life that is awe-inspiring. The people of South Africa are rebuilding their 12 country upon concepts of kindness and understanding, guided by one of the most progressive constitutions ever written. Contribute to this effort by committing yourself to meaningful, challenging service work that will forever change the way you look at the world.

ADVENTURE EXTENSION IN KRUGER NATIONAL PARK This summer, we’re offering a special 5-day extension in Kruger National Park, South Africa’s flagship wildlife and nature preserve. Our group will go on a 2-day, 2-night walking safari, guided by National Park Rangers, facilitated by naturalists and wildlife biologists. We’ll sleep out under the stars, go on a night drive/game viewing excursion, where we’re likely to see lions, cheetahs, hippos, and more. We’ll spend the night at the Skukuza research center, and top it all off with a visit to Blyde Canyon, the Windsor Mountain Student Travel largest sub-tropical canyon on earth.

program highlights • Discover, explore, and enhance leadership and teaching skills by designing and leading a Windsor Mountain Friendship Camp for young children. • Work with activists and artists to learn about the ongoing struggle for freedom in Soweto. • Volunteer at the SOS Red Cross Children’s Village in Swaziland. • Learn to bring international communities together through leadership and games. • Experience the diverse landscapes and cultures of South Africa and Swaziland. • Develop a deeper understanding of the HIV/AIDS crisis in Southern Africa. • Expand language skills, learning phrases in isiZulu, Siswati, and more. • Learn first-hand about grassroots efforts to battle the devastating effects of poverty. Scan the code to find out more about the trips daily activities! • Develop plans to educate friends and family back home about the HIV/AIDS pandemic. mo ngo l ia

MONGOLIA BEGINS / ENDS: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Group Flight JFK-ULN STUDENTS (airfare to and from Mongolia not included). DATES DAYS 15 TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels, Youth Hostels, Rustic Camping June 30 - July 27 28 GRADES $ 5,195 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Cultural Immersion, Leadership Development, Adventure Travel 9 - 12

One thousand years ago, The Mongol Empire stretched from Asia to Europe, the largest land empire known in human history. Today, direct descendants of those Mongols inhabit the same steppes that produced the Great Khans of history, maintaining cultural traditions and ways of life that have gone unchanged for millennia. This summer, we invite ambitious student travelers to join us for this rare opportunity to explore a land very few people will 13 ever see. Our students will study horsemanship with the greatest riders on earth, explore a region that is virtually untouched by the modern world, and learn that sustainable resource management is not a new concept—it’s a way of life

the Mongols invented too long ago to remember. With a bright future in mind, we’ll look to the past, and discover that this windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620 noble, timeless culture can teach us volumes about how to adapt, create, and thrive in total harmony with the natural world.

program highlights • Trek from Hatgal to the hidden, magical valley of Renchinlumbe in a traditional Mongol caravan. • Study the Mongolian traditions of horseback riding, archery, and wrestling. • Tend to the five Mongol herd animals: yak, cashmere goat, sheep, horse, and camel. • Learn to make Mongol cheese, yogurt, jam, and hard tack. • Sleep out under the stars in the pristine, untouched wilderness of Hovzgol National Park. • Spend a week with a Mongol family and immerse yourself in the timeless rhythm of their nomadic lifestyle. • Kayak on breathtaking Lake Hovsgul, one of the oldest and freshest lakes on earth. • Explore the vibrant summer markets and festivals of Hotgal.

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COLORADO LEADERShIP BEGINS / ENDS: Denver International Airport, Denver, CO STUDENTS ACCOMMODATIONS: Tent Camping DATES DAYS 12 TUITION PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Wilderness First Aid Certification, Multi-Sport Adventure, Leadership June 29 - July 26 28 GRADES $ 5,495 Development, Small Group Dynamics 9 - 12

This 28-day expedition takes only twelve students and two leaders on a physically demanding itinerary that includes a Wilderness First Aid course, mountaineering, backpacking, rock climbing, a four-day white water rafting trip, and a second student-led backpacking trip. The Collegiate Peaks offer us breathtaking scenery and the highest 14 average elevation of anywhere in the contiguous United States. Although activities take place in magnificent backcountry settings in Colorado, the real emphasis is developing leadership skills that become internalized and readily transferable back home. Develop your own leadership style with the support of your peers, accomplish amazing physical feats, and discover the joys and benefits of going beyond your perceived “Comfort Zone”! *Previous experience is required for this program. Windsor Mountain Student Travel program highlights • Participate in a Wilderness First Aid Certification course where instructors will teach wilderness protocols and life-saving skills. Return home with a WFA certificate of completion. • Enjoy 4 days of white-water rafting on the always-thrilling Arkansas River. • Depart for the summit of a 14,000-foot peak under the cover of darkness. • Learn advanced alpine backpacking techniques, “bear bagging”, and map & compass skills. • Develop mountaineering skills: glissading; self-arresting; working at high altitude and as a member of a rope team. • Advance your rock-climbing skills at Taylor Rocks. Learn how to set anchors and focus on solid belay and climbing techniques with the goal of making at least one multi-pitch climb. Scan the code to find out more about the trips daily activities! • Plan and execute a student-led backpacking trip in the remote backcountry with your fellow trip mates. wild or e gon

WILD OREGON BEGINS / ENDS: Portland International Airport, Portland, OR. DATES STUDENTS DAYS 15 TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Tent Camping June 23 - July 14 22 GRADES $ 4,695 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Multi-Sport Adventure, Leadership Development, Small Group Dynamics June 29 - July 20 8 - 10

From sandboarding on the dunes 500-feet above sea level to surfing in the majestic waters of the Pacific Ocean, Oregon is an adventure-lover’s paradise. This action-packed experience offers students a serious sampling of adventure and will leave them with a passion for the wilderness! Whether surfing along the central Oregon Coast, hiking through redwood forests, or skiing the glaciers of Mt. Hood, participants will conquer some of Oregon’s 15 greatest challenges. Make camp on the beach, high up in the sand dunes, along rivers and in thick forests, and finally, up in the mountains. No experience is required, but a sense of adventure is a must! windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620

program highlights • Surf the long and rolling waves of the Oregon coast, where conditions are ideal both for beginning and experienced surfers. • Experience the thrill of sandboarding down the dunes at the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area – a truly unique adventure experience. • Mountain bike near the adventure mecca of Bend on some of the best trails Oregon has to offer. • Challenge yourself climbing the ancient rock walls of Smith Rocks State Park. The locals claim that Sport Climbing was invented here. • Backpack the spectacular Columbia River Gorge. Hike through lush old growth forest to the majestic Punchbowl Falls. Scan the code to find out more • Visit the awe-inspiring Crater Lake National Park, an ancient water-filled volcano that is home to the deepest about the trips daily activities! lake in the United States. • Pack up the rafts for an overnight white-water adventure on the Deschutes River. • Ski the snow-covered slopes of 11,240-foot Mt. Hood. Shredding the slopes in middle of the summer is truly a blast. surf t o su mm i t

SURF TO SUMMIT BEGINS / ENDS: Portland International Airport, Portland, OR. STUDENTS DATES DAYS 15 TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Camping July 21 - Aug 4 15 GRADES $ 3,395 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Multi-Sport Adventure, Leadership Development, Small Group Dynamics 7 - 9

Surfing in the Pacific, rock climbing at legendary Smith Rocks, sand boarding, summer snowboarding, stand- up paddle boarding and white water rafting: it doesn’t get any better than this! Our journey takes us from sea level to the 11,240 foot Mt. Hood towering over us. Unforgettable sights include great ocean views, majestic sea stacks, 16 snow-capped volcanoes, fabulous wildlife, and river canyons. If you love board sports, than this is the program for you.

program highlights • Surf the Oregon Coast, home to some world-class surfing and ideal conditions. Under the guidance of our local surfing specialist, we learn about currents and waveology, practice paddling techniques, and master the art of riding the “perfect wave”. • Cruise down 500 ft sand dunes on sandboards at Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Weather-

Windsor Mountain Student Travel permitting we explore the Dunes under the cover of nightfall. A surreal experience for all! • Choose from over 1,000 rock-climbing routes at legendary Smith Rocks State Park, one of the top climbing destinations in all of North America. • Pack up the rafts and run the mighty Deschutes River. Our two day adventure includes overnight camping, breathtaking scenery, narrow canyons, and class III and IV rapids. Scan the code to find out more • We head to the Columbia River Gorge to enjoy the latest craze in adventure sports, Stand Up Paddleboarding, about the trips daily activities! or “SUPing”. • No trip to Oregon would be complete without skiing/snowboarding Mt. Hood. This is the only mountain in the U.S. with enough snow to stay open year-round. • Our program culminates with a trip to the breathtaking Multnomah Falls, and a visit to the hip city of Portland, Oregon. adironda c ks

ADIRONDACKS BEGINS / ENDS: Danbury, CT STUDENTS DATES DAYS 14 TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Tent Camping June 29 - July 14 16 GRADES $ 3,450 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Multi-Sport Adventure, Leadership Development, Small Group Dynamics 6 - 8

Our outdoor playground on this exciting 16-day expedition will be Adirondack State Park, the largest publically protected area in the contiguous United States. This forest of six million acres offers pristine wilderness, roaring rivers, and over forty 4,000-foot peaks to explore. Powerful, magical, and transformative experiences happen when our students spend time bonding in these magical mountains. On this epic adventure, we 17 spend nearly half of our time immersed in the backcountry. This expedition is perfect for first-time adventurers curious about adventure travel or experienced campers craving more time in the wilderness. If you have a sense of

adventure, a spirit of determination, and a yearning for fun, this is the perfect program for you. windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620

program highlights • Conquer tall granite walls and steep rock faces on some of the Northeast’s best rock-climbing destinations. • Backpack through lush green forests to scenic vistas and camp under the stars in remote wilderness areas. Weather conditions permitting you will summit at least one 4,000-foot peak. • Kayak to uninhabited islands on Lake Champlain for overnight camping. • Raft the Hudson River Gorge, one of the top ten white-water rafting trips in the U.S. • Learn navigation and paddling techniques. • Tube the Ausable River through the one-of-a-kind Ausable Chasm. • Master the art of Leave-No-Trace backcountry practices and develop a deeper appreciation for the environment. Scan the code to find out more • Venture with a helmet, headlamp and jumpsuit through deep caves and under beautiful stone arches that about the trips daily activities! lead to underground waterways with a thrilling “cave float” at the exit. m ain e xp l or e r

MAINE EXPLORER BEGINS / ENDS: Logan International Airport, Boston, MA STUDENTS DATES DAYS 15 TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Tent Camping July 21 - Aug 4 15 GRADES $ 3,275 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Multi-Sport Adventure, Leadership Development, Small Group Dynamics 5 - 7

With a nurturing atmosphere and a great mix of beginner activities, this trip is a perfect introduction to the world of outdoor adventure. No experience is necessary, but a sense of adventure is a must. Our adventures take us from rock climbing tall granite cliffs above Frenchman’s Bay, to sea kayaking along the rocky Maine coast to an 18 exhilarating white water rafting trip down the Kennebec River. With the magnificent Acadia National Park as our central playground, we explore all that this land has to offer, and begin our outdoor adventure careers!

program highlights • Journey to historic Camden Hills State Park and hike to the summit of Mt. Battie with awesome views of Penobscot Bay, Mt. Megunticook, and the charming town of Camden. • Sea Kayak the Maine Island Trail and spend an evening camping on an uninhabited island. Along the way keep Windsor Mountain Student Travel our eyes peeled for seals, seabirds, bald eagles, and porpoises. • Explore Acadia National Park. We bike the carriage trails, swim at Sand Beach and summit the Beehive. • Enjoy an exhilarating day of whale watching in the Atlantic Ocean. We leave from Bar Harbor by high-speed boat with a team of specialists in search of Minke, Humpback, and Finback whales. Our voyage takes us off shore to where numerous pods of whales typically linger and feed. • Rock climb at Otter Cliffs, a beautiful ocean-side wall overlooking Frenchman’s Bay Scan the code to find out more about the trips daily activities! • White Water Raft the mighty Kennebec River. We tackle rapids called Big Mama, White Washer, and Magic Falls for an exhilarating day on the river. n e w ng l and 8’s

NEW ENGLAND 8’S DATES STUDENTS BEGINS / ENDS: Logan International Airport, Boston, MA June 22 - June 29 DAYS 12 TUITION ACCOMMODATIONS: Tent Camping, Backcountry Hut July 7 - July 14 8 GRADES $ 1,750 PROGRAM COMPONENTS: Multi-Sport Adventure, Leadership Development, Small Group Dynamics July 20 - July 27 Aug 4 - Aug 11 5 - 8

These short 8-day multi-sports, take you to 2 of the Northeast’s premiere locations: Acadia National Park and White Mountain National Forest. The majestic Acadia National Park provides us with ample outdoor adventure on the first leg of this journey. The mountains meet the ocean here, and each day takes us to Acadia’s best places. The journey culminates in New Hampshire’s White Mountains with an unforgettable adventure above 19 tree-line along the Appalachian Trail and an epic day of white water rafting. These trips are perfect add-ons to your other Windsor Mountain expeditions or Windsor Mountain camp experience. windsormountaintravel.org | 800.596.9620

program highlights • Journey to historic Camden Hills State Park and the charming town of Camden. • Rock climb Acadia’s Otter Cliffs-seaside walls filled with awesome rock faces, that offer a climbing setting unlike most. We practice hand jams, toe-holds, and laybacks while encouraging each other every step of the way. • Sea Kayak the Maine Island Trail system and explore Maine’s rocky coastline in tandem kayaks and enjoy this serene environment without disturbance. Seals, puffins, ospreys and bald eagles are familiar sights along the way. • Explore Acadia National Park by bike. We bike the carriage trails, built by John D. Rockefeller Jr. in the late 1930s, these trails are limited to foot, bike, and horse traffic only, meaning that our explorers will get to experience views that are uncommon to many Acadia visitors. Scan the code to find out more about the trips daily activities! • We hike to Lakes of The Clouds Hut, located about 500 feet from the summit of Mount Washington, New England’s tallest peak. We spend that evening in bunk beds and enjoy the food and entertainment provided by the Hut Crew. After a hearty breakfast, we summit Mt. Washington and descend via the picturesque cirque of Tuckerman’s Ravine to cap off this monumental mountain adventure. • White Water Raft the Class II &III rapids of the Androscoggin River, New Hampshire’s most fun-filled river to run! 2013 EST. 1967

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