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STEP Leadership Expedition

Boulder, WY

Dec 14, 2025 - Jan 11, 2026

students in sea kayaks pose in front of a glacier in Alaska

About This Session

The STEP/NOLS Leadership Expedition is a 23-day, sea kayaking expedition for STEP students in Prince William Sound, AK. Alaska is home to incredible fjords, forested coastlines, and high arctic tundra. You will see much of this beautiful state as you explore by sea kayak. Prince William Sound, where your expedition takes place, offers a spectacular and varied natural history; it is a place for observation, exploration, and discovery. 

A large group of people in sea kayaks pose with arms up in front of a large glacier.

photo by: Tracy Baynes

On your expedition you will: 

  • Learn and develop wilderness and interpersonal skills. 
  • Have the opportunity to exercise group and individual decision-making while facilitating great teamwork. 
  • Build relationships with your NOLS instructors, who will coach and support you throughout the expedition. 

Resources

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TBA

Dec 14, 2025 - Jan 11, 2026

Boulder, WY

23 days

Minimum Age

14 Years Old

Language

English

Skill Options

Start/End

Palmer, Alaska

Fly In/Out

Anchorage, Alaska

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