COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Young Men's Ultimate Weekend
www.ymuw.org

The Young Men's Ultimate Weekend is a non-religious modern rites of passage initiation that allows young men to voice their concerns about becoming a man and acquire the leadership skills necessary for a responsible adulthood. The young men experience a weekend filled with incredible fun and challenges, while building a solid foundation for a confident and successful life, through learning the importance of teamwork, developing a sense of accomplishment and acquiring leadership skills. Our graduates leave The Young Men's Ultimate Weekend accountable for their lives and ready for the challenges of the adult world.

Upcoming Dates: September 26-28th, 2008 in Marin County

Youth Quest
www.wildernessreflections.com/pages/programs/programsYQ.html

The Youth Quest is a wilderness rite of passage journey for teens (ages 15-19) who want to know themselves and their path more clearly, who want to mark the changes in their lives and are ready to step into their power and responsibility as young adults. This adventure into the desert mountains involves both alone and group time in the wilderness. It's a time for reflection, inward journeying, creativity and relating to nature. Parents are encouraged to participate in pre- and post-trip activities to witness and support this rite of passage for their son or daughter.

Youth Leadership Institute
www.yli.org

Youth Leadership Institute builds communities where young people and their adult allies come together to create positive social change. YLI designs and implements community-based programs that provide youth with leadership skills in the areas of drug and alcohol abuse prevention, philanthropy, and civic engagement.

Project Freedom Quest
www.projectfreedomquest.com

In ancient traditions, young men went away from the village on a quest. They faced challenges, overcame fears, and discovered their deep connection to the Earth. Returning from the journey they were welcomed into the village as men.

Project Freedom Quest continues this tradition in a week-long backpacking trip into the Mendocino wilderness with a small group of young men, aged 14-17, and two guides. Activities will range from simple thought exercises to group challenges. Each young man will be challenged on a personal level to deepen his knowledge of his own self and to feel his bond to all things.

Horse Sense for Teens
www.horsesenseforteens.com

Horse Sense for Teens is an adolescent experiential learning experience, creating positive change for personal growth and development through Equine Guided Education.