AAVE: Ultimate Alps Program Overview & Recommendation

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Choice Camps Recommendation of AAVE: Ultimate Alps

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

You kick off your trip in the Les Deux Alps where you ski or snowboard with experienced mountain guides on the world's largest skiable glacier. Each morning you practice your downhill skills and enjoy adventure activities in the afternoon such as whitewater rafting, mountain biking, hiking to ice caves and cascading waterfalls, and racing down a summer luge.

NORTHERN ITALY:
Romeo & Juliet's fair Verona, quaint Italian shops, and restaurants serving authentic pasta are all a delight! The jagged peaks of the Dolomites are the backdrop for a three-day backpack in mountainous terrain. Next, you rock climb among the cloud-veiled peaks and savor amazing views.

Swiss Alps:
World famous Interlaken is your home as you get comfortable in one of the local Swiss farmhouses. You wake board, water ski and spend some more time on the slopes with the towering Alps surrounding you. For your service project you have the opportunity to give back to the beautiful areas you've been enjoying. The town of Zermatt allows for some souvenir shopping and relaxation before you say goodbye to your new friends and the trip 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 Ultimate Alps campers enjoy mountain lodge, Swiss farm, and adventure camping accommodations.

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.