Descriptions | Schedule | Applications

*Due to the stormy winter we have been having, youth backpacking and day hike destinations are TBD

We are thrilled to announce the introduction of FOUR new trips this year to accompany our much loved Youth Day Hikes, Youth Backpacking Trips, and Teen & Adult Stewardship Backpacking Trips!

• Teen Salmon River Fish Count - July 17-20: Open to older teens pursuing education or careers in environmental science, wildlife biology, etc., this trip will focus on river ecology and spend time exploring the Salmon and Klamath Rivers while receiving education and training about fish populations.
• Adult Stewardship - Waldorff Crossing (May 9-11) **Apps due ASAP**: In answer to community feedback, Ascend is offering several new 1-3 day trips that take place during the shoulder seasons of spring and fall. The first will be on the lower elevation and less frequented trails of western Trinity Alps near the North Fork of the Trinity River. Participants will spend 3 days clearing the trail to ensure packers have access to pick up specialists doing fish count dives down the North Fork.
• Adult Stewardship - East Weaver Lake Trail (Oct. 14-15): This 2-day car camping stewardship trip is a great intro to Ascend Adult trips for those who may not be able to get away for a longer backpacking adventure. Join Ascend Guides and like-minded adults for a weekend of learning about crosscut saws and logging out fallen trees that are impeding the popular East Weaver Lake Trail.
• Multigenerational Day Hike - Weaver Bally (Sept. 30): If you or your family can't make the Canyon Creek overnight multigenerational trip in July, join us for a family friendly day hike up on Weaver Bally where individuals, teens, and families can join in on stewardship tasks and take a hike to East Weaver Lake.

We can't wait to get out in the Wilderness with YOU!

Applications Due May 15

**Don't forget! Spring Break Day Camp Applications are due April 3rd! Apply Here**

Saturday March 25th • 6pm-11pm • Weaverville Veteran's Hall

| Live DJ | Photo Booth | Food Trucks | Local Beer & Wine |
Lip Sync Competition • Prom Royalty Court Competition

And don’t worry, you can still win prizes by entering the Prom Royalty Competition! Enter yourself or nominate a regal friend and spend the night schmoozing and campaigning for votes to  win 1 FREE night at the Lewiston Valley Motel AND a Gift Certificate to the Weaverville Pet Motel.  

Kids are welcome to join the fun too in the Youth Royalty Competition for a chance to  win seats and concessions for two to Trinity Theater!

Best of all, proceeds from these Mountain Prom activities go to a GREAT cause - Ascend programs that create meaningful experiences in wilderness for youth and adults!

Dress Up, Dress Down, Wear Your Boots And Your Gown!

See you at Ascend Mountain Prom 2023

Ascend is excited to announce our Spring Break Day Camp for youth ages 5-14 throughout the week of April 10-14, 2023

 Each day campers will be formed into age-appropriate groups to participate in activities, including but not limited to, short day hikes, camp cooking classes, nature based arts and crafts, outdoor skills, as well as interactive guided walks to learn about local natural resources.

Our Camp Counselors are trained in Wilderness First Aid, CPR, games and fun team building exercises.

Don’t have plans this spring break? Don’t worry! Sign up for one day or all five and make sure your child has a memorable spring break with Ascend!

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For information and application visit our webpage here

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We are so looking forward to 2023 and want to know what YOU want to see from Ascend in the New Year!

As we prepare for the upcoming season, please tell us what YOU want to see from Ascend in 2023 by filling out this brief survey (1-2 min). Longer backpacking trips for youth? Shorter? More adult opportunities? More guided family outings? Spring break day trips? What do YOU think? We can't give you the programs you want unless you give us your valuable opinions, insight, and feedback so please take a moment!

Ascend's goal is to make wilderness accessible to everyone in our community. Please help us design our programs to serve you and make the greatest impact in Trinity County. Fill out our brief survey today!