Check out our 2023 summer line-up!
If the trip you are excited about is already full, email us to join the waitlist!
Youth on the waitlist often have the opportunity to join HoWL trips!
Youth on the waitlist often have the opportunity to join HoWL trips!
Edible Harvest (FULL)May 23-25
Ages 11-13 $300 Discover delicious foods that grow in the wild spaces of Homer! This three-day expedition focuses on survival skills, like shelter building and plant identification. Learn how wild plants can bring backcountry meals to the next level! Along with food, Homer’s coast offers strange critters, beautiful sunsets, and awesome mountain views. |
Kachemak Crack (FULL)June 19-22
Ages 13+ $450 Join HoWL for the best of beach base camping at Kachemak Crack! Learn how to rock climb or practice your technique on the Salty Dawg route. If you’re not on the rocks, hop on a paddleboard or develop your fire building skills! Years ago, HoWL cleared the trails and campsites at Kachemak Crack, but they are ready for repairs so we'll be wielding some tools. |
Summer Fire and Ice (FULL)July 17-21
Ages 10-13 $450 Explore local trails and learn skills that are essential for having adventures in the Alaskan wilderness. Camping is better when you can light a warm fire and avoid being eaten by a bear. Practice your skills on an overnight expedition to Grewingk Glacier Lake. Grewingk Lake features an epic Capture the Flag court and ice bergs thrones (if you can brave the swim). |
Grace Ridge TraverseJuly 27-31
Ages 12-14 $450 Celebrate the summer with an adventure! Hike up to a creekside camp in the alpine. Summit Grace Ridge and enjoy birds-eye views of Kachemak Bay. On this trip we will contribute to the stewardship of Kachemak Bay State Park by helping with a trail work project (in between all the epic hiking and silliness of course). |
The WozAugust 9-13
Ages 14+ $850 Say goodbye to summer with an epic rock-climbing adventure! We will fly in on a bush plane to the remote Wosnesenski (Woz) Lake, at the toe of the Woz Glacier. Rock climb on the 9+ routes that are nestled in the cliffs around camp. Day hike to nearby waterfalls and peaks or climb some more! If the river braids are in our favor, we will explore the moraine of the glacier. |
Alpine Ridge LeadershipJuly 6-12
Ages 14+ $400 This expedition is for youth who are interested in developing their leadership skills to a higher proficiency. Explore Alpine Ridge and the Grewingk Glacier Valley, while learning about leadership styles, backcountry skills, risk management, and trail maintenance. Expect to take on a leadership role during this expedition. Participants will also have an opportunity to attend another HoWL camp as a Peer Leader. |
Fall Fire and IceAugust 21-September 16
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 Ages 10-13 $450 Join HoWL after school to learn wilderness skills and play in the woods. We will explore the Calvin and Coyle trail system, learn survival skills like fire building and shelter design, and enjoy fireside snacks on a Saturday day hike down to Diamond Creek. You’ll get a chance to put your skills to use on a weekend overnight expedition where bonfires and games await! |
HoWL Instructor TrainingJune 10-14
by invitation only Experienced outdoor educators and aspiring volunteers will spend five days learning HoWL's unique teaching methodology while making trail improvements on Sadie Knob trail. We'll practice remote risk management scenarios and discuss topics in the outdoor industry. |
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CENTER FOR ALASKAN COASTAL STUDIES SUMMER PROGRAMSThe Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies has some great opportunities for families and youth to explore Kachemak Bay! Check out their full line up of summer programs on their website.
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