Vermont Women's Challenges and Outdoor Programs

Programs for Women

Bredeson Outdoor Adventures Statewide and Beyond
Hiking, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Team Building
Deborah Lewis
595 Forrest Road; Bridport, VT 05734 and 14 Cliffview Drive; Norwalk, CT 06850
Toll Free: 866-533-4361
Email: dlewis@bredeson.com
Web: www.bredeson.com/outdooradventures
Culturally oriented hiking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing trips for all ability levels in Vermont, the Northeast generally, and Europe. Guided and self-guided day and multi-day adventures. Each step of the way on Vermont trails and rural by-ways is filled with history, which we'll share with you informally and enthusiastically, along with verses from our dog-eared copy of Robert Frost's poetry. Emphasis on history, attentive service, wild flowers and fun.

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Extreme Adventures of Vermont Southern Vermont
Mountain Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, Rafting, Orienteering, Ice Climbing, Rock Climbing, X Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Caving, Mountaineering
Willy Williams
3342 Weston-Andover Road Andover VT. 05143
Phone: 802-875-5626
Email: extremeadventuresvt@yahoo.com
Web: www.extremeadventuresvt.com
We can customize any trip that you would like to try, with any of the activities we offer, and with any type of camping or lodging you would like. Don't hesitate to ask. Most of our trips take place in Vermont. We are BASED in ANDOVER VT. However a lot of trips take place out of Vermont in places like; MA’s Deerfield river valley and Berkshire hills. We are open to many options on where our trips take place. If you have a request please ask us we will try to accommodate you.

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Green Mountain at Fox Run Southern Vermont
Fox Lane, P.O. Box 164
Ludlow, Vermont 05149
Phone: 802-228-8885
Email: info@fitwoman.com
Web: www.fitwoman.com
For 30 years, Green Mountain at Fox Run has taught women a practical and mindful approach to healthy living and weight loss that fosters realistic attitudes about eating, exercise and body image. More than a spa, Green Mountain is a very special weight & health management retreat for women nestled on 26 wooded acres.

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Hikeu Adventure Guides, LLC Statewide
Backpacking, Camping, Day Hikes, Snowshoeing, Teambuilding
Brenda Kerr
80 Fletcher Road, Fairfax, VT. 05454
Phone: 802-310-4427
Email: happy@hikeu.com
Web: www.hikeu.com
Hikeu Adventure Guides offers fantastic day hiking and backpacking adventures in Vermont. We are happy to guide Women Only groups. Our trips are designed with your desires, comfort, pleasure and safety in mind. Looking for a deeper connection to nature, to yourself or to like-minded women? Searching for stimulating conversation to help you gain a new perspective? Want to experience a healthy vacation with a minimal carbon impact? Hikeu has a trip that’s just right for you. Our extensive itinerary of day hikes will satisfy active, adventure-seeking women, from young ladies to spry seniors and everyone in between. She knows backpacking and she knows Vermont. She will teach you the very important Leave No Trace principles and show you how to feel safe, comfortable and secure in the backcountry.

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Kroka's Expeditions Southern Vermont
Canoeing, Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Rock Climbing, Winter Camping, Sea Kayaking
X- Country Skiing, Falconing
Misha & Lynne Boudreau
160 Fairview Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone & Fax 802-254-9712
Email: info@kroka.org
Web: www.kroka.com
Adventure for schools and organizations, winter & summer adventure programs, and private guiding for climbing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, caving, snowshoeing, back-country skiing and much more.

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Moxie Outdoor Adventures Southern Vermont, Maine
Whitewater Rafting, Team Building, Kayaking, Fishing, Camping, Lodging, Mountain Biking
Cliff & Michelle Stevens
HC63, Box 60, West Forks, ME 04985
Phone 800-866-6943
Email: rafting@moxierafting.com
Web: www.moxierafting.com
Whitewater rafting on the Kennebec, Dead and Penobscot Rivers of Maine or try the Deerfield River of Massachusetts. Day trips, overnight trips with camping, cabins.

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On The Loose Expeditions Champlain Valley
Hiking, Llama Treks, Sea Kayaking, Skiing - Nordic & Back-country, Rock Climbing, Team Building, Ecotours, Yurt Living
Bruce Hennessey and Beth Whiting
1035 Carse Rd., Huntington, VT 05462
Phone 802-434-7257 Fax 802-434-4837
Email: info@otloose.com
Web: www.otloose.com
On The loose Expeditions provides you with the structure, planning, and expertise for invigorating adventures in Vermont and around the World. Vermont yurt living, Autumn hiking adventures, team building, school youth programs, snow shoeing, Back-country skiing and other scheduled and custom trips available. Climb Pico de Orizaba, Sea-Kayak Baja, explore Belize/Guatemala, Llama treks in Grand Gulch Utah, Back-country Skiing in Wyoming.

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Petra Cliffs Climbing Center and Mountaineering School
Alpine Mountaineering, Ice and Rock Climbing
105 Briggs Burlington VT 05401
802-657-3872
info@petracliffs.com
www.petracliffs.com
Vermont's Only Full-Time Climbing School, Offering the Finest in Rock, Ice and Mountain Climbing Instruction in New England and the Adirondacks. Petra Cliffs offers a complete outdoor instruction curriculum, catering to groups of all sizes and to individuals of all ages and abilities. From one-on-one technical skill instruction to group teambuilding, we consistently meet the needs of our diverse clientele. Programs for Youth and Family: Our youth programs challenge, educate, build self-confidence and develop leadership skills. Our programs are also a great place to make friends and have fun in a safe and controlled environment.

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Pickett Hill Guide Service Southern Vermont
Big Game Hunting, Ice Fishing, Backcountry Fishing
George Prouty
P. O. Box 396 Bennington VT. 05201
Phone: 802-442-2317
Email: george@picketthillguideservice.com
Web: www.picketthillguideservice.com
I am offering a 20% discount for women hunters associations, and am willing to help promote it's growth, help out and participate in training seminars, guided hunts with training, calling techniques, site locations, blinds, set-ups, and any way to be of service you may deem needed, we can discuss situations/preparations, and would like to encourage their children that are also interested to participate, also photo safari hunts are welcome, with same discount. I have accommodations for up to 6 at a time.

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The Great Outdoors Trading Company                                                                      Southern Vermont
Snowshoeing, Camping, Mountain Biking, Nature Hikes, Skiing - X Country, Scuba Diving
219 Woodstock Ave, Rutland, VT 05701
Phone 802-775-9989    Fax 802-775-9981
Email: vtmtbike@sover.net
Inn to Inn Mountain Biking Trips, Daily Van Supported Bike Tours, Mtn Bike rentals, Kayak and Canoe Rentals, Shuttle Service, Indoor Archery, Zero Gravity Skate Park, Rock Climbing Gym, Diamondback Fly Fishing School and Guide Service, Full Retail Outlet For All Your Year-Round Outdoor Gear Needs.

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Vermont Adventure Tours Southern, Central - Vermont
Hiking, Canoeing, Kayaking, Orienteering, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Winter Camping, Women's Challenges, Youth Programs, Winter Activities
Steve and Sherry Lulek
223 Woodstock Avenue Rutland VT. 05701
Phone: 802-773-3343
info@vermontadventuretours.com
www.vermontadventuretours.com
Imagine doing an adventure tour through Vermont and New England that is perfectly blended to match your needs for adrenaline and serenity. Mix and match elements to create a special custom tour package suited to your unique tastes. Experience spectacular mountains, crisp fresh air, lush forests, wildlife and an abundance of adventure on an adventure holiday designed to fit your specific time frame, budget and interests. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, whitewater rafting, biking, climbing, rappelling, ice climbing, mountaineering, survival training, horseback riding, skiing, sky diving and much more in Vermont’s legendary backcountry.

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Wilderness Learning Center                                                                                                     New York & Vermont
Camping, Canoeing, Nature Hikes, Survival, Wildlife Photography, Women's Challenges, Youth programs
Marty Simon
435 Sandy Knoll Road Chateaugay NY 12920
Phone: 518-497-3179
Web: www.weteachu.com
Email: wlcwe@usadatanet.net
The WILDERNESS LEARNING CENTER is a full time school devoted to teaching groups and individuals about the outdoors. Our specialty is   wilderness survival. We run programs all year long, both here in New York and at several sites throughout the Northeast. We have Basic, Advanced, Advanced Adventure and Certification programs in wilderness survival. Also we run   wilderness First Aid programs for certification. We have certified Survival Instructors, Licensed New York State Guides and an American Red Cross Instructor Trainer on staff.

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Wonder Walks Statewide
Hiking, Walking, Snowshoeing, Inn to Inn Hiking Tours or Day Outings
Bruce Acciavatti
2619 Monkton Rd., Bristol, VT 05443
Phone 877-897-7175 or (802)453-2076
Email: tours@wonderwalks.com
Web: www.wonderwalks.com
Come join us, two dedicated Vermont-based guides, as we walk, hike or snowshoe at a satisfying pace through some of our favorite areas. With years of leading trips we promise you an unforgettable experience. The scenic, quiet routes we travel include country lanes, foot paths, rail trails, and forgotten byways. We see rural villages, covered bridges, historic sites, beautiful woodlands, mountain scenery, pastoral valleys, clean waters flowing, pristine beaches, and panoramic overlooks. Feel fresh country breezes and taste wild berries along the way. Savor all of this and more on one of our tours!

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Vermont Outdoor Guide Association
P.O. Box 10
North Ferrisburg, VT. 05473
1 800-425-8747 (802) 425-6211
info@voga.org