AAVE: England - Ireland - Wales

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Since 1976, more than 10,000 students from 48 U.S. states and over 40 countries have enjoyed AAVE trips throughout the world. AAVE programs combine adventure travel with service work, language study, and wilderness skills through carefully-crafted itineraries. All AAVE programs include community service projects which contribute to the environment and communities visited.

The "All About Visiting Earth" community consists of teenagers who choose active participation, individual responsibility, and who respect and care about one another. AAVE trips are led by top-notch trip leaders who teach skills that lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship, enjoyment, and personal growth. For families looking for a summer that will exceed their expectations for leadership, safety, adventure, fun, and depth of programming, AAVE may be the perfect choice.

Trip Description

Dublin, bubbling with sights, sounds, tastes and Irish heritage is your first stop. Water sport activities on the River Shannon begin your team-building along with a service project at a local horse farm. You then set out on a two-day horseback ride (optional) through the mountains around Tipperary and stay in a 300-year-old Irish castle. At the famous Cliffs of Moher, 600 feet above the Atlantic Ocean, you spend a day mountain biking (optional) and visit Dublin Castle, Trinity College and O'Connell Street.

Ascending Mount Snowdon, the second highest peak in the UK, and Wales' highest, is a backpacking accomplishment to savor! You go rock climbing and gorge walking in a national park and visit the Goyyour, the UK's first area declared "An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty." The southwest coast of Wales is an idyllic setting for your surfing adventure camp where you spend two days learning to read and ride the waves.

Your final adventure is a two-day exploration of London's history, heritage and culture including Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus. After picking up a souvenir or two on Oxford Street, you head home after the adventure of a lifetime.

Staff Overview

AAVE trip leaders are highly motivated role models with extensive experience working with teenagers in adventure environments. All Trip Leaders are certified in the highest levels of first aid, CPR, and lifeguard training. AAVE Trip Leaders are at least 21 years old and are current college students or graduates.

Setting & Accommodations

AAVE England, Ireland, and Wales participants camping, hostel, and castle accommodations throughout the trip.

Safety Standards

AAVE Trip Leaders have a minimum certification of Wilderness First Responder or Advanced Wilderness First Aid. Many are certified Adult Wilderness EMTs and life guards.

AAVE is accredited by the American Camp Association and meets more than 300 safety standards set forth by the organization.