Winter Trek
This winter we will offer two different Winter Trek Expeditions. Winter Trek (Base camp) expedition and Winter Trek (Backpacking).
Overview
Winter Trek (Base Camp)
Join us on this fun two-day, one-night winter adventure in the mountains. Students will get to learn how to make a walk-in winter basecamp at Fourth Iron Campground, hike in snowy conditions, and attempt a White Mountain summit! For those seeking a rewarding and challenging adventure, look no further! This trip will emphasize four critical elements to the expedition team: Safety, Teamwork, Leadership and FUN! Participants should be motivated, willing to challenge themselves and prepared to be active!
Ages: All high school students
Tuition: $310
Dates:
Pack out - Thursday 12/17th from 5-7pm at the Rippleffect Office (159 State Street, Portland, ME)
Expedition - Friday 12/19 to Sunday 12/20, 2026 . Parent drop-off and pickup is at the Rippleffect Office (159 State Street, Portland, ME)
Skills Covered:
Snow travel
Winter shelter construction
Navigation
Risk management and trip planning
Outdoor cooking
Equipment: Rippleffect can provide all essential winter camping and travel equipment (boots, layers, tents, backpack, sleeping bag, snowshoes). Participants are welcome to bring their own personal gear.
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Winter Trek (Backpacking)
Our Winter Trek backpacking expedition is a fun two-night adventure in the mountains! This program is for those seeking a rewarding and challenging experience, it is designed to give students hands-on experience traveling with all the gear they need in a snowy wilderness environment.
Throughout the expedition, students will gain essential cold-weather skills including: Snow travel, winter shelter construction, navigation, risk management and trip planning, and outdoor cooking.
Ages: All high school students
Tuition: $450
Dates:
Pack out - Thursday 1/14 from 5-7pm at the Rippleffect Office (159 State Street, Portland, ME)
Expedition - Saturday 1/16 to Monday 1/18, 2026 (Monday is MLK Day). Parent drop-off and pickup is at the Rippleffect Office (159 State Street, Portland, ME)
Equipment: Rippleffect can provide all essential winter camping and travel equipment (boots, layers, tents, backpack, sleeping bag, snowshoes). Participants are welcome to bring their own personal gear.
Need-based Finacial aid
Need-based Financial Aid for our Youth Programs is available!
Please check out the Need-based Financial Aid page of our website to learn more. Rippleffect is committed to providing affordable, accessible programs for youth. We believe that the opportunity to participate in an adventure should not be deterred by financial limitations.
