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    Global Routes: Sustainability & Outdoor Adventure in Great Britain

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    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destination: United Kingdom
    • Provided By: Independent Provider
    • Session Start: June, July
    • Session Length: Three Weeks
    • Entering Grade: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: Travel/Cultural Immersion
    • Sub-Categories: Agriculture, Preserving the Environment, Youth Outreach, Arts, Anthropology, Meditation
    • Selective: No
    • Ages: 15, 16, 17, 18
    • Minimum Cost: > $7,000+
    • Accreditation: Gap Year Association - Program
    • Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Location:United Kingdom
    • Last Updated:November 2024
    • Meeting: Schedule a Meeting
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    Overview

    From London to the countryside: Explore history, culture, and community through the lens of sustainable solutions while building leadership skills. Hop on a train to Totnes, a community known for its regenerative initiatives. Stay on a nature preserve, camp along the river, and rappel down the coast before exploring London town!

    Hop on a train to explore the picturesque English countryside as you travel to historic towns, along the misty coast, and back into London. Canoe on the River Dart, camp along the shore, and trek through Dartmoor.

    Begin your leadership journey through this little-known outdoor adventure paradise. Spend evenings camping in the forest, conquer high ropes courses, and rappel the cliffs of the Jurassic coast. Conclude the trip with a week in London, exploring colorful neighborhoods, connecting with meaningful service organizations, and tasting international cuisine.

    HIGHLIGHTS

    • Take the train to the off-the-beaten-path town of Totnes, where you’ll delve into their community regeneration and sustainability initiatives.
    • Master your leadership and outdoor skills through intentional team challenges on a nature reserve – canoe, trek, and rappel cliffs.
    • Discover London on a week-long journey, curated with purposeful visits to learn about refugees, sustainability, history, culture, and food.