Our Group Program Seasons are:
Spring Season March 1-April 30
Summer Season May 23-Aug 31
Fall Season Sept 1- Oct 31
Group Trip Locations
Backpacking
Northern New Mexico
Perfectly situated outside Santa Fe, NM our New Mexico trips are less than a day’s drive from Houston, DFW, Austin, San Antonio, and El Paso. Avoid the crowds and long drive to Colorado by bringing your group to Northern New Mexico. 12,000ft+ peaks, pristine lakes, and solitude for miles are waiting for you in the nation’s second-oldest national forest area, the Pecos Wilderness. See the area famed trapper Kit Kason called home while traveling through several ecosystems to isolated alpine summits you will not soon forget. A perfect place to avoid the crowds of Colorado
- Ideal for: Groups
- Ages: Groups ages 14+ or in High School
- Dates: May 29-Aug 6
- Packages: 5 & 6 Day Trips Available
- Cost $95 per person per day
Backpacking
Mountain Peaks, Colorado
Just a few hours north of our base camp, Southern Colorado is one of the most unique areas in the Rockies. With stunning views, lung-pounding hikes, and peaks soaring over the planes, a trip here will not be quickly forgotten. Our Colorado Trips have the option to start in Santa Fe at the comforts of basecamp or to meet in Colorado at a campground for a more rustic start. If your group has Colorado on your mind, we can help!
- Ideal for: Groups
- Ages: 14+ or in High School
- Dates: Summer (May 29-Aug 6) or Fall (Aug 6-Oct 20)
- Packages: 5-8 Night Trips Available
- Cost: $100 per person per day
“My favorite part of trek is just unplugging from technology and being surrounded [by] nature.”
— Brittney from Fort Worth, TX
Canyoneering & Climbing
Moab, Utah
Like no other place on earth, Moab is truly a gateway to adventure. Every adventure seeker should put Moab on their lifetime list of places to visit. With world-class canyoneering, rock climbing, rafting, and mountain biking take your pick of activities, better yet. Try them all! Because Moab is best in the fall and spring, the season can be short for youth groups, but perfect for other groups looking for an adventure.
- Ideal for: Groups looking for a once in a lifetime adventure
- Ages: 14+ or in High School
- Dates: Late March/Early April or Late Sept
- Packages: 5 Night Minimum, 6-10 people per group
- Cost $110 per person per day
Pack and Paddle
Taos, New Mexico
Looking for a group adventure with something for everyone in your group? Combine our New Mexico backpacking trip with a one or two-day rafting trip. Want a fun day of rafting in the Rio Grande Gorge. We have it! Looking for a relaxed overnight 2-day raft trip? Then come check out the Rio Chama winding through ancient lands of the Pueblo Indians. With diverse landscapes and classic desert southwest experiences nearby we have an adventure for every group. *Trips can be mixed and matched with other offerings to fit your groups’ schedule and budget
- Ideal for: Groups looking for multiple experiences
- Ages: 14+ or High School
- Dates: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Packages: 5-8 Night Packages Available
- Cost: Additional $68 person for 1/2 day raft
Details
- Price: The price for groups is $95/person/day. Arrival & Departure days each count as a “½” day and makeup 1 full day. (Ex. Arrive Sunday evening, trail Monday-Friday, and depart Saturday morning would be a “6-day trip”, even though it spans 7 calendar days)
- Other: For groups, one “open” spot accounts for 13 people. If you have a group that exceeds this size you will be split into separate trail groups.
- Additional Cost: ½ Day Raft on “Pack and Paddle” trips (most common) – $68/person
For any questions regarding Wilderness Trek or registration please contact us:
Packing List
Wilderness Trek activities take place in multiple locations with varying weather patterns. Here are the things you need to prepare for your trip.
Individual Handbook
The Wilderness Trek student handbook for group trips has everything you need to know about how to better prepare for your trip. Download it, read it, use it!
Group Leader Guide
This group leader handbook has everything you need to plan, promote, and host your trip with us. From how to collect the paperwork to packing lists, everything you need for a smooth trip is in one location. Download yours today to start planning your trip!
Still have questions?
Do you still have some questions about Wilderness Trek? Take a look at our FAQ guide to find answers to common questions.
Change lives
It has never been harder to be a teen than in today’s environment. Your financial support helps us keep our costs to individuals low and allows us to spread the gospel through adventure to teens from across the nation. By donating today you make it possible for us to give teens from this hurting generation an adventure of a lifetime through our ministry.