Teens have the power to change the world, and they are! Young people are doing amazing work in their communities. We are recognizing and celebrating these individuals in our Rustic Spirit Spotlights.
A new Spring Break program has been added for students who want an adventure before summer!
The Thai Elephant Conservation Project takes students to a 360-acre preserve where they learn about animal behavior and the indigenous people who are the caretakers. The students' time there gives them insight into why elephants are both revered and under threat.
Rustic Spirit Spotlights are a collection of stories that shine a light on teen changemakers. They demonstrate leadership while working hard to make a positive impact.
Four programs are returning for students who really like to get off the map and explore remote corners of the globe.
Watch our 2022 Summer Highlights video to get a peek at our students' adventures and experiences during their travel programs.
Candace and Frank took in the views at a Costa Rican beach shortly after flying for the first time. And it was there at that wildlife refuge that their adventure began.
See what's new, what's hot, and what's coming in the next few weeks.
Three new options this week - including the addition of a brand new program in South Korea!
Rustic Pathways students spend time with indigenous families in multiple countries to learn about their cultures. Here are some of the people they meet while traveling.
Imagine ziplining to school or having chess be part of your standard curriculum. School looks quite different in other parts of the world. Take a look.
Students in Colorado, Louisiana and Missouri are recognized by Rustic Pathways for incredible impact work!
Four programs have been added to the 2023 program list. See what's new!
There are certainly things you really don’t want to do in your life. Figuring out what those things are can help you when making travel plans.
In the last five years, Rustic Pathways has given out $750,000 in scholarships and financial aid to students. For the award-winning students, that opportunity to travel changed everything.
High school students in California and Ohio are positively impacting the lives of others. We recognize young changemakers in Rustic Spirit Spotlights!
Our scholarship winners each had small moments in their lives that inspired something bigger. Here are their stories.
We received hundreds of entries for our #soRustic photo competition. Here are the winners, along with a behind-the-scenes look at what was happening when the photos were taken.
More popular summer programs are back, and a Spring Break addition!
Details you should consider include the type of program, the amount of on-program travel, and what activities you're hoping to try.