Adventure with a group of mature teens out to explore along the Salish Sea Coast. We will travel from Duvall, WA by van and ferry to our field location on the coast in the San Juan Islands. Teens will backpack all their food and gear into our remote coastal camp. The Salish Sea Coast Expedition gives teens the opportunity not just to learn to survive, but to thrive in a marine environment as a community. Participants experience the gifts that each person brings to the community and the gifts the natural world offers to us. During the weeklong adventure, teens will: Cook and prepare their own food Learn coastal wild edibles, as appropriate for safe and sustainable harvest at the time (may include shellfish) Travel light and learn low impact camping in wild places Tan fish hides and work on coastal crafts Learn ancient and modern coastal navigation techniques, including celestial bodies and compass Explore tide pools and track coastal wildlife Experience deep connection with the coast Connect with new friends! Our instructional team features: A 1:8 staff-student ratio On-site director and volunteers who offer additional instructor support Staff trained as Coyote Mentors, a widely-respected educational philosophy developed at the Wilderness Awareness School Compassionate educators who encourage each child's respect for self, others and nature Experienced Wilderness First Aid and CPR certified professionals Important Notes Living in the Wild We will spend nights in the woods without tents, using small group tarp shelters or sleeping out under the stars. We will be carrying all our gear backpacking style for up to several miles. Campers must be mentally prepared for and willing to accept this challenge.