high adventure treks
Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan High Adventure Base has been offering Northwoods adventures since 1976.
Take in stunning vistas on foot on one of four backpacking destinations, paddle cool waters via kayak or canoe, or relax on sailboats in Lake Superior. No matter how you like to adventure, we have a trek for you, and we typically announce new treks each summer. If you don’t see a trek that you like, contact our High Adventure Team about a custom itinerary. Use the map to see where our treks can take you, and use the links below to jump to more information about each trek.
Are you looking for an introduction to the High Adventure program that still includes the traditional resident camp experience? Coureur des Bois is our in-camp High Adventure program that gives the Scouts the choice of which High Adventure activities they do for the week!
We also offer day trips for units staying in camp, including whitewater rafting on the Wolf River and mountain biking at nearby state trails. Plus, there’s plenty of high adventure fun to be had at our climbing wall, cycling base, and the Triangle M Ranch. Click here for more information on day treks and in-camp high adventure.
GENERAL trek INFORMATION
Age Limits: All youth must be at least 13 years old, or at least 12 years old, AND have completed grade 7. See page two of the trek request form or individual treks for important exceptions. Anyone 18 years old before the conclusion of the trek must register as an adult
Adult Supervision: All adults participating in a High Adventure Trek must be registered with the BSA. Please plan on providing two 21+ adults on each trek, one of whom must be Wilderness First Aid & CPR trained. NEIC hosts several trainings each year, check the calendar for the next available training!
Included with Each Trek: Qualified guide, all permits, all group gear and all meals while on trail and in base camp
Plan your Trek today! Check out the 2024 Trek Planning Guide
Once you’re ready to start the reservation process, Complete the Reservation Request Form and follow the directions to submit it!
trek Destinations
Already know which trek you want? Contact the High Adventure staff to see if it is available during your preferred week.
For more information on each trek, use the links below.