Adventures
Our outdoor adventure programs for girls ages 12-18 provide engaging and supportive experiences to explore, grow, and lead—and they’re 100% free of charge for participants.
Leadership Summit | WHI x Open Hearts Space
Ages 15-18.
Join us this summer for the Open Hearts Space x Leadership Summit, an immersive weekend designed to help young women build confidence, connection, and leadership through outdoor adventure in the spirit of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. Through equine coaching, camp life, group challenges, reflection, and hands-on outdoor skills, participants will develop practical leadership tools while discovering their unique strengths in a fun and supportive environment. More than a trip, this summit is an opportunity to build lasting friendships, grow in confidence, and return home empowered to lead in school, community, and life.
Headwaters Leadership Adventure | WHI X Caldwell School District
Join Wild Hearts Idaho for a two-day, one-night hiking and whitewater rafting adventure along the Payette River, featuring camping and rafting. Through shared adventure and intentional leadership activities, students will strengthen their problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, build trust, and discover the power of their own voices. Designed exclusively for Caldwell High School, this experience encourages students to step outside their comfort zones, grow in confidence, and create meaningful connections with one another.
Sawtooth Salmon Festival
All Ages.
Join WHI, IRU, & SIHA for the annual Sawtooth Salmon Festival in Stanley, ID!
This weekend event is a FREE community celebration of the 900-mile journey of Idaho’s salmon from the ocean to Redfish Lake in Stanley, Idaho.
Outdoor Climbing & SUP Adventure
Ages 12-14.
Get ready for an epic weekend of adventure and confidence-building at the Thinking Spot in McCall with Idaho Mountain Guides, where you’ll challenge yourself through outdoor rock climbing and Stand Up Paddle Boarding! With professional guides leading the way, you’ll learn climbing and safety skills, SUP strategy, and leave feeling strong, inspired, and empowered.
Astronomy Campout Adventure
Ages 12-14.
Join us for an unforgettable astronomy campout weekend at Bruneau Dunes State Park! Spend two days exploring towering sand dunes and camping under some of the clearest night skies in the Northwest. You'll visit Idaho’s only public observatory to look through giant telescopes, discovering planets and constellations!
Backpacking 201 Adventure
Ages 12-14.
Ready to take your backpacking skills to the next level? Backpacking 102 is your chance to head out on another awesome multi-day adventure!
Backpacking 101 Adventure
Ages 15-18.
Join us for the Wild Hearts Backpacking Skills Series, an immersive experience designed to teach you how to plan, prepare, and lead like a professional backcountry guide—from trip logistics and packing systems to risk management and group leadership. From Friday through Sunday, you’ll take these skills onto the trail, practicing real guide roles while building confidence, technical skills, and the leadership mindset needed for future guiding and outdoor adventures.
Lower Salmon River Rafting Adventure | WHI x WSE
Ages 12-14.
Ready to take on the rapids? Join Wild Hearts and Wild Science Explorers for an unforgettable and educational multi-day whitewater adventure on the Salmon River!
Backpacking 101 Adventure
Ages 12-14.
Ready to take your first steps into the world of backpacking? Join us for a beginner-friendly two night adventure just outside of McCall! We’ll cover backpacking basics while exploring stunning alpine lakes.
Outdoor Rock Climbing & Guiding Adventure | WHI x IMG
Ages 15-18.
Get ready for an epic weekend of adventure and confidence-building at the Thinking Spot in McCall with Idaho Mountain Guides, where you’ll challenge yourself through outdoor rock climbing in a stunning canyon setting. With professional guides leading the way, you’ll learn climbing and safety skills, discover what it takes to become a guide, support your teammates, and leave feeling strong, inspired, and empowered.