TREKKERS is a Promise Vancouver program creating opportunities for youth to explore the natural wonders of our region and confidently lead peers in making the most of an outdoor expedition.
As a Trekker, you’ll get to play a key role in planning a hike, outdoor expedition, or camping trip for yourself and your fellow Trekkers. You’ll leave with greater confidence to navigate the outdoors, a deeper knowledge of yourself, a valuable service experience for your resume, and cherished memories with new friends and mentors.
OPEN TO GRADE 10-12 AND NEW GRADS • PRIORITY IF YOU LIVE IN THE DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE • NO OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED • NO GEAR REQUIRED
Get outside the city and into nature
FALL COHORT: Oct 16 – Dec 21
Thursdays
+ Camping Trips
(Oct 24-26 and Dec 5-7)
Volunteer
We can all benefit from having an older, more experienced mentor, both on outdoor expeditions and in life. That’s why we’re recruiting volunteer TREKKERS Trail Guides (age 25+) to play a key role in creating safe, fun, and empowering spaces for youth. Trail Guides will have an experience that is both meaningful and a ton of fun, as they invest in the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts!
We ask for each Trail Guide to commit to the full 10-week cohort, including Trekker Sessions on Thursdays (4-6:30pm), a hike on Nov 15 (9am-3pm), and two weekend trips (Oct 24-26 and Dec 5-7).
Sound like your kind of thing? We’d love to learn more about you!
FALL COHORT: Oct 16 – Dec 21
Thursdays
+ Camping Trips
(Oct 24-26 and Dec 5-7)
The Trekkers Program is funded in part by Canada Service Corps, a national movement that empowers youth aged 12–30 to gain experience and build important skills while giving back to their community. Learn more at Canada.ca/CanadaServiceCorps