Come hike with us!
Take a Hike was added to our program line up in 2018. The program introduces participants to hiking and expands their interest by exposing them to new trails, views, and a community of other passionate individuals!
This program runs in April every year.
Who it’s for
Youth 12 – 18 years old who want to get outside, get exercise and learn about nature, way finding and mindfulness! No previous hiking experience is required.
What to expect
The hiking program starts out with some easier local hikes to get everyone acquainted with the group dynamic and its leaders. As the program progresses the hikes become longer and more engaging as we travel further away from town to access the amazing hikes available in the region. While hiking, our Program Leads facilitate curriculum around identifying local flora and fauna, basic way finding skills, and connection to, and respect for, nature.
What you’ll learn
Participants will acquire a variety of knowledge and skills including:
- Basic navigation and map reading skills: route selection and understand how to safely navigate trails in a variety of circumstances
- Being able to safely travel through the local terrain with the “leave no trace” principle
- Understanding of the impacts of our presence in the environment
- How to incorporate mindfulness skills into their time in nature
Getting there
In an effort to make the sport more accessible, Elevation Outdoors provides transportation from 4 central meeting locations in Kelowna and West Kelowna to make it easier for participants to join us.
Dates
The 2026 Take a Hike program will run on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in April/May
Orientation: TBD
Hikes: after school, 2026 dates TBD
Cost
Spots are available on scholarship for youth that meet our eligibility criteria. Scholarships cover 100% of the costs to participate. Partial funding may be available for families that do not meet scholarship criteria but still face financial barriers
Limited paid spots are available at a cost of $275 per spot.
Apply to Register
To register for the Take a Hike program please download the registration package below or follow the Apply Now link to register online.
Contact: info@elevationoutdoors.ca for questions or more info!
Scholarship Seat Sponsors
A big THANK YOU to the following Organization Sponsors who contribute in a wide array of manners to help us have the impact we do in our community.
We acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
Ce projet a été rendu possible grâce au gouvernement du Canada par l’entremise de l’initiative Le sport communautaire pour tous. Éliminer les obstacles et augmenter les taux de participation au sport chez les populations sous-représentées sont en tête des priorités du gouvernement du Canada.
Pour plus d’informations sur nos programmes en français, envoie un courriel à programs@elevationoutdoors.ca