Wilderness Adventure

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Meet new friends, discover Colgate, and explore the outdoors. Wilderness Adventure is a great way to kick-start your Colgate experience!

About Wilderness Adventure

Each August, around 25% of incoming students participate in Wilderness Adventure to make friends, learn about Colgate, and have an absolute blast! Living and traveling with a small group of new students and two or three highly trained leaders, you will hike, paddle, climb, or bike through stunning New York wilderness. 

No previous wilderness experience is needed for any of our trips, just a willingness to have fun, learn, and meet new people.

Goals

  • Start college with a group of great new friends and upperclassmen mentors.
  • Practice outdoor skills under the guidance of experienced student leaders.
  • Try something new, and maybe a little bit challenging — just like college.
  • Learn about classes, dorms, food, clubs, activities, and more from your leaders.
  • Jumpstart your entrance into community living and active citizenship.
  • Discover the Adirondack Park and Central New York – your new home.

Trips and Dates

Learn about the WA 2025 dates and the variety of available trips and difficulty levels, from hiking to sea kayaking.

Trips & Dates

Registration Form and Timeline

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Fees and Financial Aid

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Contact Us

We are here to help with any questions about the Wilderness Adventure experience.
wildernessadv@colgate.edu
315-228-6499

Mailing Address

13 Oak Dr.
Basecamp
Hamilton, NY 13346

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