FYJ Trip Itineraries

Explore your adventure

Preview the activities and sample schedule of each trip below. These itineraries are subject and likely to change. 

Click the orange trip link below to jump to a trip:

High Sierra Backpacking
Sequoia National Park Backpacking
Zion National Park Adventure
Central Coast Adventure
Sequoia National Park

Sleepaway Camp Experience

  • Day 1 – Travel day, departing Redlands and traveling up to Angelus Oaks in the local mountains. 
  • Days 2 & 3  – You’ll spend these days full of adventure with your cabin group. In the mornings and afternoons you will have the chance to experiencing camp activities like archery, hiking, canoeing, high ropes, crafting, and more. Each night will close with an all camp activitity, small group time with your cabin, and  s'mores! 
  • Day 4 – Departing from camp, you'll head back to campus and meet the rest of the FYJ'ers for a celebratory dinner.

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High Sierra Backpacking

  • Day 1 - Travel day, departing Redlands early and driving the 6-7 hours north to the Eastern Sierra and your roadside campsite. 
  • Day 2 - Embark from the trailhead into the John Muir wildernessToday may feel challenging, as you adapt to backpacking at altitude in new terrain. 
  • Day 3Leave your heavy packs at your wilderness campsite and explore an alpine lake while you go tag the summit of a local peak.
  • Day 4Departing from your temporary wilderness home,  you’ll spend time reflecting on and appreciating your experience.
  • Day 5After the drive back to campus, grab a quick shower and meet your crew and the rest of the FYJ’ers for a celebratory dinner.

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Sequoia National Park Backpacking

  • Day 1 - Travel day, departing Redlands early and driving the 5-6 hours north to Sequoia National Park and your roadside campsite. 
  • Day 2 - Embark from the trailhead into the Sequoia backcountryToday may feel challenging, as you adapt to backpacking at altitude in new terrain.
  • Day 3Leave your heavy packs at your wilderness campsite and explore an alpine lake while you go tag the summit of a local peak. 
  • Day 4Departing from your temporary wilderness home, you’ll spend time reflecting on and appreciating your experience.
  • Day 5 – After the drive back to campus, grab a quick shower and meet your crew and the rest of the FYJ’ers for a celebratory dinner. 

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Zion National Park Adventure

  • Day 1 – Travel day, departing Redlands early and driving.  
  • Day 2 – Canyoneering with Zion Rock Guides in the Kolob canyons. 
  • Day 3 – Hike up the West Rim trail, to scouts lookout overlooking Angel’s landing. 
  • Day 4 – Embark into the famed Narrows of the Virgin River. 
  • Day 5 – After the drive back to campus, grab a quick shower and meet your crew and the rest of the FYJ’ers for a celebratory dinner. 

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Central Coast Adventure

  • Day 1 – Travel day, departing Redlands early and driving through the LA basin and up the coast on Highway 1. 
  • Day 2 – Wake up in your coastal campsite and spend the day exploring your surroundings. 
  • Day 3 – Today you’ll head to the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery.  Under the tutelage of the rookery’s volunteer docents, learn about the amazing flora and fauna of the central coast. 
  • Day 4 – You’re headed down to Morrow Bay for a sea Kayak tour with an amazing naturalist and guide. 
  • Day 5 – After the drive back to campus, grab a quick shower and meet your crew and the rest of the FYJ’ers for a celebratory dinner.

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Sequoia National Park Adventure

  • Day 1 – Travel day, departing Redlands early and driving to the Park.   
  • Day 2 – Head up into the high country of the park, exploring its flora, rivers, and dramatic vistas. 
  • Day 3 – Spend the morning in the aptly named Giant Forest Grove, before breaking down camp and heading over to your riverside campsite along the mighty Kern. 
  • Day 4 – Time to hit the water!  After some instruction on techniques and safety, join your paddle crew to float down the rapids of the Kern River with your experienced whitewater guide. 
  • Day 5 – After the drive back to campus, grab a quick shower and meet your crew and the rest of the FYJ’ers for a celebratory dinner.