Academic Treks by Broadreach
| Camp Address Caribbean, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Brazil, Canada, Fiji, Africa, France & China, 0 00000 USA (888) 833-1907 |
Off-Season Address 806 McCulloch Street, #102 Raleigh, North Carolina 27603 USA (888) 833-1907 |
Camp Locations: Caribbean, Central America, China, South America
Academic Treks, a division of Broadreach, offers college-accredited summer adventures abroad for high school students. Backed by fifteen years of experience in running educational programs for thousands of teenagers, Academic Treks combines the finest elements of experiential learning, traditional classroom learning and service learning with wilderness adventure, international travel and cultural exchange to create extraordinary expeditions.
On each dynamic journey, students explore unique environments and cultures while studying marine science or a foreign language or embarking on an intensive community service adventure. Each course includes an important community service component, and several include a significant emphasis (up to 55 hours) on service work. Academic Treks students are fully immersed in an educational experience in a real world setting, gaining a global perspective and hands-on understanding of the topics studied. They also get a head start on college by earning college and/or community service credit and by building a host of skills they will use both in school and beyond.
Interwoven in the Academic Treks experience are the themes of teamwork, leadership and personal growth. Together with your team of 9-12 adventurers, you will take on challenges, master new skills, build confidence and gain insights into yourself, the world around you and your role as a world citizen. You will leave with a sense of achievement, an awareness of your own potential and an acceptance of different ideas, beliefs and cultures.
Join Academic Treks this summer for an unforgettable adventure. Bring a thirst to learn and have fun, and a desire to open your heart and mind to new people, places and experiences. See the world in a different light, achieve things you never thought possible, make lasting friendships, and learn by doing and experiencing with incredible environments as your classrooms.
Marine Science Adventures
Marine Biology Adventure - San Salvador, Bahamas
Caribbean Marine Reserves - Saba, Statia, St. Barts
Sea Turtle Studies - Costa Rica
Dolphin Studies - Belize
Marine Mammal Adventure - British Columbia
Shark Studies - Fiji
Marine Biology Voyage - Caribbean's Leeward Islands
Language Immersion Adventures
Immersion Mexico - Spanish Language
Immersion Costa Rica/Nicaragua - Spanish Language
Immersion Ecuador - Spanish Language
Immersion France - French Language
Immersion French West Indies - French Language
Immersion China - Chinese Language
Community Service and Wilderness Adventures
Windward Island Expedition - Dominica & Guadeloupe
Adventure Peru - Peru
Adventure Brazil - Brazil
Wilderness and Traditional Medicine - Belize
Primate Studies - Costa Rica, Panama
African Wildlife Conservation - South Africa
Depending on the trip, participants are housed on in youth hostels, in tents, in dorms, with families or on yachts.
Academic Treks leaders are top-notch - energetic, friendly, genuine, fun, well-educated and well-traveled. They share a love for working with young people, as well as a passion for experiential learning and teaching. Their Course Lead Instructors are hired for an area or areas of expertise, and most have had years of experience in outdoor adventure, the culture of their program country and/or the academic topics we pursue. The primary academic instructors have a master's degree or Ph.D. in their program's field of study. AT's first-rate instructors, intensive staff training and years of experience in running trips abroad sets Academic Treks apart from school trips and travel programs.
The AT course design requires them to use several instructors for each program. Two AT staff members lead the trip, providing focus and continuity to the program. Formal instruction is given by professional educators with experience teaching young adults through experiential and project-based learning. In-country outfitters are used to provide the local knowledge and expertise for expedition phases. These additional teachers and outfitters provide a perspective, depth of knowledge and access to resources that could not be obtained otherwise.
AT's Course Lead Instructors complete intensive staff training before the program at Broadreach headquarters, which includes a focus on risk management, in-country logistics, emergency protocols, leadership training and teaching students how to integrate experiences learned on program into their everyday lives when they return home. At least one of the course leaders is a certified Wilderness First Responder (WFR), Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (WEMT) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with a minimum of 80 hours of emergency medical training.
Camp Season: June 9, 2010 to August 14, 2010
Multiple camper discounts available
- SessionSession DatesCapacityTuition
- Caribbean Marine Conservation
(Click for more information)6/12/2010 to 7/28/201012 Campers$4,980.00- Join us to scuba dive and study the Caribbeans marine reserves, designed to safeguard endangered marine resources while simultaneously allowing for their sustainable use and support of local economies. After two weeks on the island of Saba, live-aboard a 50-foot yacht for a week and travel to Statia and St. Barts.
- Marine Biology Voyage
(Click for more information)6/15/2010 to 7/28/201012 Campers$5,280.00- Discover the wonders of the underwater realm on an unforgettable tropical marine biology voyage through the Caribbean Islands. Under the guidance of marine biologists, learn everything from oceanography to marine ecology while exploring the unparalleled diversity of ecosystems found in the Caribbeans world renowned marine parks including fringing and artificial reefs, dramatic pinnacles and sheer walls.
- Primate Studies
(Click for more information)6/15/2010 to 7/27/201012 Campers$4,580.00- Travel to the wilds of Costa Rica and Panama to learn about New World monkeys and how to help protect them from extinction. Study primate ecology in lush Costa Rican rainforests and participate in ongoing monkey research on a tropical island on Panamas coast. Then return to Costa Rica to work alongside local organizations and scientists on animal rehabilitation, reforestation, conservation and education efforts.
- Adventure Peru
(Click for more information)6/16/2010 to 8/2/201012 Campers$4,980.00- Explore the spectacular Peruvian Andes with its remarkable history, friendly people and breathtaking scenery. Trek to Machu Picchu, learn about Incan and colonial traditions, explore cities, villages and archaeological sites, work on your Spanish skills, and embark on service work with the Peace Corps, CARE and Quechua Indians.
- Dolphin Studies
(Click for more information)6/16/2010 to 7/30/201011 Campers$4,980.00- Learn about dolphins up close while exploring the beautiful offshore cayes of Belize. With expert researchers as your guides, monitor these amazing creatures in their natural habitats and gather data that contributes to ongoing research projects. Then scuba dive to discover Belize’s world famous reefs and an extraordinary abundance of marine life.
- Immersion France
(Click for more information)6/17/2010 to 8/9/201012 Campers$6,480.00- From its cosmopolitan cities to its charming towns, discover France's traditions, history, cuisine and diverse landscapes on an unforgettable language immersion adventure. Explore Paris, hike around Europe's highest and most magnificent peak, study French in the Loire Valley and do community service work in a bustling beach side town. You'll leave confident in you ability to communicate in French.
- Wilderness and Traditional Medicine
(Click for more information)6/17/2010 to 8/13/201012 Campers$4,480.00- This trip is ideal for anyone destined to be pre-med, intrigued by traditional healing methods or interested in learning life saving wilderness medical skills. Become a Wilderness First Responder (WFR), then put your knowledge and skills to use by volunteering in medical clinics and rural villages. Discover Belize’s rich traditions, kind people, spectacular tropical jungles and mysterious Mayan ruins.
- Immersion Costa Rica/Nicaragua
(Click for more information)6/18/2010 to 8/5/201012 Campers$4,580.00- This language immersion adventure spans two beautiful and culturally rich Central American countries from the highlands of Costa Rica to the spectacular volcanic islands of Nicaragua. Attend Spanish classes, live with a Costa Rican family, do service work at a Nicaraguan orphanage and explore magnificent landscapes.
- Immersion Ecuador
(Click for more information)6/20/2010 to 8/2/201012 Campers$5,580.00- Experience Ecuador on this exciting journey that will immerse you in the countrys culture and language. Build conversational Spanish language skills experientially as you hike the Andes, explore villages, live with local families and work on a community service project.
- Shark Studies
(Click for more information)6/20/2010 to 8/7/201012 Campers$5,480.00- Observe and study sharks up close in a controlled setting at the Shark Reef Marine Reserve on the spectacular shores of Fiji. Learn about the biology, behavior, history and future prospects of these formidable creatures that are now in danger of extinction. Collect data for ongoing shark research and conservation efforts and immerse yourself in the distinctive Fijian culture.
- Immersion French West Indies
(Click for more information)6/22/2010 to 8/4/201011 Campers$5,380.00- With the perfect blend of French language immersion, cultural exploration, action-packed adventure and community service, this trip is an unforgettable summer experience. Discover a unique fusion of French and Creole influences in this slice of France nestled in the heart of the Caribbean's French West Indies. You'll find Guadeloupe provides a great alternative location for language studies.
- Immersion Mexico - Guanajuato
(Click for more information)6/22/2010 to 8/2/201012 Campers$3,180.00- This two-week Academic Trek immerses you in the language and culture of one of the most enchanting regions of Mexico. Begin with a whirlwind tour of the capital city Guanajuato with its colorful buildings, vibrant arts scene and friendly locals. Take cooking classes, hike through the nearby Sierra Madre Mountains and try Salsa dancing. Live with local families and discover what true Mexican hospitality is all about — from delicious meals to lively conversations. We finish our adventure at an orphanage in Salamanca, doing fun service work that is a true highlight of our trip.
- Sea Turtle Studies
(Click for more information)6/22/2010 to 8/1/201012 Campers$4,780.00- More session dates available. Travel to the spectacular Caribbean coast of Costa Rica to learn about sea turtles and assist in research and protection efforts. Then snorkel in the blue waters off the Pacific coast with these magnificent creatures and a wealth of marine mammals.
- Windward Island Expedition
(Click for more information)6/23/2010 to 8/4/201011 Campers$4,480.00- The "Nature Island of the Caribbean", Dominica boasts a rugged and unspoiled beauty that begs to be explored. Join us on a community service adventure to discover its ecological and cultural treasures. Volunteer alongside welcoming islanders and making a real contribution to their communities in need. Then embark on a weeklong sailing voyage to explore and do service work on neighboring islands.
- Marine Biology Adventure
(Click for more information)6/25/2010 to 8/10/201011 Campers$4,980.00- Unlock the secrets of the marine world on this intensive field studies and scuba diving program at the world renowned Gerace Research Center in the eastern Bahamas. Learning is hands-on and you'll dive with professional marine biologists with thriving reefs, mangrove channels, seagrass beds and beaches as your classrooms.
- Immersion China
(Click for more information)6/26/2010 to 7/19/201011 Campers$5,580.00- This remarkable language and cultural immersion adventure takes you from the expansive plains to the majestic Himalayas, from modern metropolises to ancient villages to discover a vibrant and distinctive cultural tapestry.
- Immersion Mexico - Oaxaca
(Click for more information)6/26/2010 to 7/7/201011 Campers$4,280.00- Learn Spanish through cultural exploration and instruction as you discover this captivating region of Mexico known for its magnificent art, rich history and stunning landscapes. Hike through picturesque mountain villages, home stay with an Oaxacan family, attend cultural workshops and do community service work with children at the Pimpollo Orphanage.
- African Wildlife Conservation
(Click for more information)7/5/2010 to 7/26/201011 Campers$5,380.00- This one-of-a-kind expedition takes you to the majestic wilderness of South Africa to study and assist with efforts to conserve, protect and increase threatened African wildlife populations. See lions, zebras, rhinos and elephants in their natural habitats while working, exploring and learning alongside conservationists, researchers and veterinarians. Explore Kruger National Park and live at the SanWild Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Marine Mammal Adventure
(Click for more information)7/5/2010 to 7/26/201012 Campers$5,280.00- Explore the entire BC coastline on this intensive marine mammal studies course. Study the awe-inspiring whales, sea lions, seals and dolphins that congregate off the coast each summer. Learn and work alongside professional scientists and sea kayak remote waters with breathtaking vistas.
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