For over 50 years, we’ve been guiding folks as they…

Get Out & Go Within

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At Journeys, we guide youth, adults, and elders through life’s transitions with experiences and education that foster self-discovery, belonging, and connection.

We help people recognize and share their unique gifts to cultivate soulful leadership, vibrant communities, and a thriving planet.

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Our Programs

Summer Programs

Venture out and discover what’s possible! Our summer rite of passage programs inspire youth and adults to build confidence, forge community, and reconnect with themselves, each other, and the natural world - all in the wonderous wilds of the PNW.

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Year-Round Offerings

From retreats and workshops to community events and leadership trainings, we offer a myriad of ways for folks of all ages to connect and grow all year long. Not from the PNW? No worries! We host in-person and virtual programs in pursuit of weaving a wider web of community that we can all flourish within.

Find What's Right For You

Schools & Groups

Whether you’re looking for a meaningful rite of passage celebration, an educational adventure, or facilitated team and community-building, we work closely with schools, organizations, and other groups to craft programs that attune to your unique needs and goals.

Explore Your Options

Everyone deserves the chance to access their next rite of passage.

That’s why we work hard to offer financial aid and sliding scale program fees. We strive to ensure that all people - regardless of their economic background - can access our programs. Learn more on our financial aid page.

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"During my time at Journeys I've gained a stronger sense of self... I don't think I have ever felt more at peace with who I am and what I feel.”

— Mountain Quest for Young Women Participant, Age 12
"When we first ‘got him back,’ I felt immediately that he was so grounded and connected to who he is. Brandon has returned to us with a deep gratitude for his existence and life which he did not have before. I realize that I can actually hand the reins over to him and that he is indeed capable of handling the steering.

— Parent of Youth Participant
“The course of my life has been permanently altered, in the most precious and meaningful ways. I am better equipped to serve my community from my heart and I am better able to see the humanity in myself and others.”

— Adult Mountain Quest Participant
“If you have any doubts that you have what it takes at the beginning, you’ll know by the end that you do.”

— Participant

What is a Rite of Passage?

Rites of passage mark significant transitions in our lives. From birthdays and graduations to weddings, funerals, and other moments of profound change, these experiences help us acknowledge where we’ve been and welcome what comes next.

Without meaningful ways to mark these transitions, we can feel lost or listless, sensing that we’re ready for something new without knowing how to get there. Facilitated rites of passage give shape to moments of growth or uncertainty, creating space to slow down, reflect and explore what lies ahead.

At Journeys, we create experiences that respond to each person, their stage of life and their unique transition. From nurturing curiosity and community care in children to supporting older adults in stepping into elderhood with purpose, our work takes many forms. Not every program is a full rite of passage, but all support people in moving through life with greater intention, purpose and connection.