MYE Program Overview

To fulfill our shared mission and vision, MYE offers a range of interconnected adventure education and experiential programs, courses, retreats and workshops. Sequenced to build skills, experience and confidence in the youth who participate, our programs are continually evolving in response to their needs, and the dynamic nature of the world we all live in.

Becoming an MYE family member opens numerous possibilities and opportunities for highly motivated young people who demonstrate a commitment to their own learning and development; to service in their communities and are regular participants and contributors to the larger MYE program and community.

The entry point in the MYE journey is acceptance into the 25-day Wilderness Challenge Course in south-west Montana. This is a full scholarship program for successful applicants. Here is how it works:

This is a three part process including a written application and personal interview, with a view to attending the MYE summer Wilderness Challenge Course. At the present time MYE is accepting applications from 15-18 year olds living in southern California, south-west Montana and other selected US locations. In 2010 there are 80 places available in the summer wilderness program.

Successful applicants attend the 25-day Wilderness Challenge Course (WCC). This multi-element, experiential program focuses on leadership, self discovery and sustainability. Students who complete this program successfully are enrolled in the MYExplore Program. Read more……

The MYExplore program encompasses all the activities MYE offers Wilderness Challenge Course alumni.

It is a continually expanding program that provides support for alumni to extend, expand, and use the skills and values learned and developed at MYE in Montana. Read more…….

The Leadership Lab takes exceptional MYE alumni to the next level. The Leadership Lab will help students further develop a sense of who they are, what they value and how they can use their strengths and skills to have a positive impact in their world and reach their goals. This course is offered twice per summer in Montana, and successful applicants will have demonstrated ongoing commitment to their own learning and development, regular attendance and contributions to MYExplore events (or involvement with other extra-curricular activities); and be involved in community service projects. Read more……

This program is for MYE alumni who have taken the lessons of MYE to heart and are actively working to create a better world for themselves, their schools, communities, and each other. This program is a 10 month commitment where students spend the summer in Montana working alongside MYE’s staff, becoming an integral part of summer operations. They return home for the school year and apply their skills and experience to supporting the MYExplore program. Read more……..

There are a range of continuing education and college scholarships available to MYE alumni. Interested?
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