Adult Wilderness COURSES
wilderness leadership expedition (WLE)
AGE 18+
The Wilderness Leadership Expedition (WLE) is our cornerstone wilderness course. WLE is designed for people who are serious about their faith and want to explore leadership, community, and service through the challenges and risks of the wilderness classroom. During WLE you will travel through some incredibly beautiful yet challenging northern wilderness. Spiritual disciplines, wilderness solitude, and opportunities to lead are all core to this program. Within a community of peers, you will spend time thinking about God’s work of restoration, your personal direction, and intentional community living. WLE will let you explore how you can use your gifts, education, passions, career, and choices to make a Kingdom impact. Come join us on this life-changing wilderness adventure!
This course is an immersion into wilderness leadership. During this expedition, you will learn valuable interpersonal skills and become a valued member of a purposeful and intentional community. You can expect to gain experience with backpacking, flatwater canoeing, map and compass navigation, shelter building, campcraft, Leave No Trace wilderness ethics, risk management, and backcountry meal preparation. These technical program elements are paired with intentional reflective components, leading to new learning, transferable insights, and significant life growth.
Dates: May 12-June 2, 2023
Location: Temagami Area, ON
(Beginning and ending at Camp Norland in Verner, ON)
Cost: $1925
***Arrival and departure info will be sent to participants closer to the program's start date.
WOmen's canoe trip
AGE 18+
Our Women’s Trip is led by women for women and is open to all ages and experience levels. This trip will be rooted in spiritual growth and community sharing. On your trip, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills, challenge yourself and experience God in the natural beauty of the wilderness. Whether you are feeling adventurous or burnt out, in need of inspiration or community, or you feel ready to encourage other women, this trip is for you! Gear is available to borrow, no experience is required. This is your chance, so register NOW to reserve your spot!
Arrival: Between 2:00-2:45 PM (Program begins at 3:00)
Departure: After 3:30 PM
Location: Temagami Area, ON
(Beginning and ending at Camp Norland in Verner, ON)
Session 1 (5 Day)
Date: August 5-9, 2023
Cost: $350
Session 2 (7 Day)
Date: August 20-26, 2023
Cost: $525
Men's Canoe Trip
aGE 18+
Our Men’s Trip is an opportunity for guys to step away from the busyness and complexities of life by giving themselves the gift of an adventure. On this trip you will paddle remote lakes, cook food over a fire and portage rugged trails. You will have time to reflect on your season of life, engage in meaningful conversation, and deepen your relationship with God. You will get wet, muddy, and most likely sweaty. You will laugh, be challenged and feel accomplished. We are confident you will head home feeling refreshed and renewed. Join us for a life-giving adventure this summer!
Dates: August 5-9, 2023
Arrival: Between 2:00-2:45 PM (Program begins at 3:00)
Departure: After 3:30 PM
Location: Temagami Area, ON
(Beginning and ending at Camp Norland in Verner, ON)
Cost: $350
