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Adventure Travel for Teens 13–18
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Families should absolutely send their children to Bold Earth. They also need to prepare their hearts because the child they sent will not be the same the person upon return; we received a young adult whose eyes were opened to the endless potential of life and opportunities that await him. sites. Whatever your desires, Bold Earth has a trip that’s just right for you.

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Helen B, first-year parent from Los Angeles, CA

The people from my Bold Earth trip are some of the kindest, most amazing people I have ever met, and that connection that I have formed with them will have a huge impact on my life forever.

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Olivia K, first-year student from Seattle, WA

At first glance Bold Earth sounds like it could be a great trip and a great experience, but the reality is it is better than great. It was more amazing than we could have hoped for. The program as a whole package is all encompassing of team building and character growth while throwing in fun activities and unforgettable sights!

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Amanda C, second-year parent from Dallas, TX

Bold Earth is the perfect combination of adventure and personal growth. It’s a leap of faith to let your child travel alone, but Bold Earth eased all those fears. Our daughter pushed herself and proved to herself that she could do all the amazing things the world has to offer, and she made some lifetime memories and friends along the way.

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Stephanie V, first-year parent from New Hyde Park, NY

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Friendships at Bold Earth

A lot comes to mind when thinking about whether a Bold Earth summer is right for you. There are many things to consider, like the activities, itinerary, packing list, and destination. These are all important parts of our summer adventures for teens, but there’s one aspect of our trips that we believe stands out above […]

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Welcoming Maren Helfrich to the Leadership Team!

Drum Roll Please! Here at Bold Earth Command Central, we’re delighted to be welcoming a new face to the leadership team. Maren Helfrich is an old friend of Bold Earth, but she’ll be joining us in her new role as Program Manager and we’re so glad she’s here! Hello! It is a curious and sometimes […]

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Top Destinations for Summer Trips for Teens

Travel is one of the most exciting parts of being young. With youth comes the energy to explore the world and the advantage of how new every setting is. The planet offers infinite possibilities to explore and learn, and the time to plan for teens is now. Summer trips for teens are a vital rite […]

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Our Top Adventure Reads for 2023

Even though solstice has passed and the light is returning, winter still stretches out in front of us for several months to come. There’s one thing all these dark, long evenings are perfect for and that’s curling up with cup of something warm, a blanket on your lap, and a really good book. Whether you’re […]

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Our Favorite Creative Camping Recipes

We love food at Bold Earth. Food is a huge priority on all of our trips because we know that being hungry is never conducive to fun. We travel the globe and expose our students to all kinds of new and different cuisines, but we also make sure that everyone always has something they like […]

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Teen Hiking Trips: The Benefits of Hiking

We should probably preface this by stating that this isn’t an outright boycott against screen time. Many of us make our livelihoods, connect with loved ones, and learn about the world through a screen. Your teen is more than likely glued to a screen right now – quite like you and I are while reading […]

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Our Service Project Partner in Costa Rica

Between the white water rafting trips and epic jungle treks, our students at Bold Earth frequently have the opportunity to build a relationship with the local communities we travel to. These cultural experiences can become the moments that make the greatest impact on our students. Our Experience with Siempre Amigos During the summer of 2022, […]

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Outdoor Trips for Teens: 7 Benefits of Embracing The Outdoors in Beautiful Destinations

Independent teenage travel can be frightening and intimidating for both parents and teens. It’s easy to allow our worries to overshadow the wonderful ways outdoor trips can benefit your teens and help young people develop into strong, capable adults.  Adapting to different situations and places is a valuable life skill you can gain from travel, […]

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Bold Earth Presents: The Pacific Northwest!

Drum roll please! We are beyond excited to announce the unveiling of a brand new set of summer trips! These 18 day teen adventures will be exploring the majestic Pacific Northwest region of Oregon and Washington. The foundations of these trips are modeled on PNW adventures that Bold Earth used to run in the past, but […]

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Trip Leader Spotlight: Casey H.

Trip Leaders are at the gravitational heart of any Bold Earth trip. Their uniquely weird and wacky personalities provide the flavor and spirit of a once in a lifetime experience for students. But what does it take to be a trip leader at an adventure camp for teens? And what do these incredible individuals do […]

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