Course Areas

The Boojum Institute offers courses in a wide variety of environments. Please use the links below to learn more about specific course locations, program descriptions, and to view sample course goals and itineraries.

Course Locations

Oceans, Rivers & Lakes

• Big Sur: Basecamp
• Channel Islands National Park: Sea Kayaking Expedition
• Colorado River/Lake Mead National Recreation Area: Canoeing Expedition
• Point Reyes National Seashore: Sea Kayaking Expedition
• Santa Barbara: Residential

Deserts

• Joshua Tree National Park: Backapack and Basecamp
• Pinnacles National Monument: Base Camp
• Pipes Canyon Preserve: Backpacking and Rock Climbing Expedition

Mountains

• Big Bear/San Bernadino: Residential
• Santa Barbara: Residential
• Santa Cruz: Residential and Basecamp
• San Jacinto Mountains: Residential, Backpack, and Basecamp
• Sierra Nevadas: Backpacking Expedition
• Yosemite National Park: Basecamp, Backpacking and Climbing Expeditions

Urban Adventures

• San Diego

Other Courses

• Challenge Course Program
• Rock Climbing Program
• Teambuilding Initiatives Program

* A note about general Course Logistics
Prior to the program, Boojum and client staff discuss educational goals, transportation and other program details. Maps, driving directions and program schedules are provided. Residential programs begin upon participant arrival at the camp location. Although the Boojum Institute does not provide participant transportation, we are happy to advise you on transportation options and help find arrangements that best suit your needs.

Boojum Institute provides all group outdoor equipment and teaching supplies, accommodations, guides, instructional staff, and food. Participants are responsible for their own clothing, personal gear, sleeping bag and luggage including daypacks. Boojum will provide a detailed personal equipment list for the course.