Ascent Experiences 2024

Backpacking

A four-night, five-day backpacking trip designed to offer first-year students the opportunity for connection, mentorship, and a smooth transition to college. Students will depart campus to backpack in the backcountry of the Blue Ridge Mountains with well-trained upperclassmen facilitators. The program is designed to encourage deep connections, engage meaningfully with the outdoors and their peers, support self-reflection, strengthen leadership skills and embrace confidence in the outdoors.
Price: $550

Adventure Basecamp

This cabin-based pre-orientation experience is a four-night, five-day program. Participants will stay at Camp Thompson in Michaux State Forest with fellow first years led by upperclassman facilitators. Together the group will learn and practice leadership skills through experiential education opportunities like kayaking, outdoor rock climbing, and a day hike. This is an opportunity to explore and engage with the outdoors, peers, and leadership development.
Price: $550

Financial Aid

We offer need-based financial aid. To apply for financial assistance, you can fill out this form. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us at glc@gettysburg.edu.