Tuition Details

Wildtender supports amazing teachers, small businesses and organic, sustainable brands in sourcing our meals and supplies. Thank you for your support as we strive to strengthen local and sustainable economies, and compensate teachers and guides who have spent decades honing their craft and skills.

TUITION INCLUDES

• Camp meals and beverages (breakfast & dinner each day)

• Wilderness permits & campsite fees

• Shuttling costs

• Shared wilderness & safety supplies (maps, satellite communication device, water filters, cooking supplies, first aid, etc.)

• Instruction in Animal Tracking, natural history & ecology, nature connection, backpacking essentials, and relational awareness practices

• Welcome packet and informative packing list to help you prepare logistically and psycho-spiritually for the journey

• Preliminary phone call to address any questions or concerns

• Guide fees (for Wilderness First Responder certified guides)

TUITION EXCLUDES

• Travel to and from program

• Lunches and snacks on trail

• Personal backpacking equipment. A full packing list will be supplied upon registration, but here are the essential items you will definitely need to buy, borrow or rent: hiking boots, backpacking backpack, lightweight tent, lightweight sleeping bag, lightweight sleeping pad and headlamp.

• Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Please read more details here.