Great Sand Dunes National Park, CO

By electing to take school on the road, students receive a hands-on journey into Colorado's unique earth science offerings. The group spends the first day hiking, learning about, and taking in the wondrous Garden of the Gods. The next is packed with hiking and playing on the dunes, nature programs, nature writing and reflection, and community building. After a morning hike, students experience the Manitou Cliff Dwellings on the way home. This outdoor education experience features an emphasis on nature and science: geology, hydrology, dune types, ecosystems, animals, and plants.

ARCHES NATIONAL PARK, UT

On this outdoor education experience, students journey to Moab, Utah, to camp amidst the stunning desert landscape. Days are spent hiking and canyoneering in the incredible, unique geology and participating in national park education programs. Nights are spent building team connectivity around the campfire and learning astronomy. This expeditionary learning experience offers students an opportunity to explore and learn about the desert biome, national parks and land preservation.

Black Hills, SD

A quintessential experiential education trip, this adventure introduces students to the historically-rich area of the Black Hills of South Dakota. Through camping in Custer State Park, hiking Black Elk Peak, cave spelunking at Rushmore Cave, the group gets a healthy dose of the great outdoors.  Additionally, students visit the awe-inspiring sculptures of Mount Rushmore National Monument and Crazy Horse Memorial. Further enriching the academic experience, leaders emphasize the unique geology of the Black Hills, culture of the Lakota Sioux, the significance of the "Shrine of Democracy," among other outdoor educational topics. Elect to add some meaningful service learning opportunities with our amazing nonprofit partners, and you have the recipe for a truly impactful week!

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, CO

Buckle up for an unforgettable educational venture to Estes Park, Colorado! By taking school on the road to the breathtaking Rocky Mountain National Park, students immerse themselves in outdoor education through participation in camping, a marvelous alpine lake hike and nature programs. Nights are spent building team connectivity around the campfire and learning astronomy. This is a great introduction to experiential education and an opportunity to revel in the wonder of our gorgeous state!

ANTIGUA, GUATEMALA

Simply Venture helps you travel to Central America's most diverse country with purpose: interact with locals, participate in their culture and connect with nature. Tour the impeccably preserved town of Antigua, a UNESCO World heritage site. Volunteer at a local school. Climb a volcano. Visit the indigenous craft markets, a family coffee plantation and picturesque Lake Atitlan. Serve the extremely impoverished community living around a municipal landfill in Escuintla, Guatemala. Experience Mayan culture. This trip can serve as a Spanish immersion, parent/child, or student experience! Elect to go during Holy Week for a fascinating layer of cultural immersion!

Simply Venture is excited to announce its newest offering: Colorado Mini Adventures! Join us in exploring our local, but world-class nature playground! Each destination provides students with a chance to explore in a new environment, engage and connect with nature, make unique earth science connections and create positive experiences with peers. Simply Venture is proud to offer this outdoor learning experience that fosters curiosity about the world by creating learning situations that provide something important to think about, time to experiment, and time to make sense of what was observed. Contact us to inquire about which local destination might be the right fit for your group!