Promoting the Adventuresome Spirit since 1970

The Adventuresome Spirit symbolizes several things to us. It means in-depth, intensive exploration, it means engaged inquiry, and it means discovering the teacher and leader within. The Wilderness Program at Earlham College can help you find that spirit, whether you're miles from the nearest road or walking through the Heart to your next class.

Our Mission Statement

The Wilderness Program at Earlham College helps promote the adventuresome spirit through safe, high quality experiential and outdoor education.

By fostering the development of technical and interpersonal skills, students gain confidence through increasing competence. Our programs aim ultimately to develop strong leaders who can flexibly apply their skills and knowledge to a variety of situations.

Core Principles:

• Extended, in-depth, inquiry and practice through expeditionary learning, field study, and on-campus classroom environments.
• Educational excellence through skillful instruction, impeccable program logistics, care of equipment, and engaged group leadership.
• Personal responsibility, self-reliance, and initiative towards the awakening of the
  “ teacher within.”
• Compassion for ourselves, others, and our environment.

History of Wilderness Programs

Contact Us:
Wilderness Programs
801 National Road West, Drawer 87
Richmond, IN 47374
phone:(765) 983-1327; fax: (765) 983-1207
wilderness@earlham.edu