JUNIOR HIKERS
Our Junior Hiker trips are designed to inspire young adventurers to connect with nature, build resilience, and develop a love for the outdoors. Your child will experience a unique blend of education, physical activity, and environmental stewardship through these guided hiking trips.
Junior Hikers will explore local trails, learn about wildlife and plant life, and gain essential outdoor skills such as map reading, navigation, and Leave No Trace principles.
Whether your child is a seasoned hiker or a first-timer, our experienced guides ensure a safe and supportive environment for all skill levels. In addition to hiking, the program emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving through group challenges and fun activities. By the end of the summer, hikers will have not only gained physical fitness and outdoor knowledge but also a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through the great outdoors, where adventure and learning go hand in hand!
NT RESIDENTS ONLY
Ages 6 - 18
$150 per child (Sibling discount available)
Included in the Junior Hikers fee:
- 1 year Junior Hiker membership
- 4 guided summer hikes to some of WNY's loveliest trails
- Hiking pack the kids will use for their hikes
- Hiking first aid kit for their packs
- Junior Hiker membership patch
- Bus ride to and from the hiking trails
- Snacks for the bus
- Trail Snacks
- Lunch
If you cannot make every trip, you can opt to join us for the ones you can.
First, You will join Junior Hikers as an official member (1 time membership fee which is good for 1 calendar year). Yes, this will include trips planned for the fall, winter and the spring.
Then you will pay for each trip separately.
Cost:
- Junior Hiker membership - $40
- Hiking Trips - $30 per hike
All Junior Hikers members will receive:
- Intro to Hiking presentation
Monday, June 30 at 6PM at the Norman Keller Building (500 Wheatfield St). During this meeting we will go over some basics about trail hiking including how to read a trail map, trail safety, "Leave no Trace" policies, how to read trail blazes, clothing preparedness, and more. (Parents are welcome to join)
- Their own trail pack for hiking
- Junior Hiker membership patch
- Trail pack 1st aid kit
- Trail maps for our hikes and many others around WNY
- Access to trail links including trail reviews and event updates
- Trail patches upon completion of each Junior Hiker trip
SUMMER HIKES
TRIP # 1
93 Honorine Dr, Depew, NY 14043
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Leave 500 Wheatfield St @ 9:30 AM
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Arrive RWNP at approximately 10 AM
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Leave RWNP at 1:30 PM
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Arrive 500 Wheatfield St at approximately 2 PM
TRIP # 2
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Leave 500 Wheatfield St @ 9:30 AM
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Arrive LNP at approximately 10 AM
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Leave LNP at 1:30 PM
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Arrive 500 Wheatfield St at approximately 2 PM
TRIP # 3
4662 Gasport Rd, Gasport, NY 14067
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Leave 500 Wheatfield at 9:30 AM
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Arrive RR at approximately 10:15 AM
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Leave RR at 1:30 PM
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Arrive 500 Wheatfield St at approximately 2:15 PM
TRIP # 4
Orchard Park, NY 14127
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Leave 500 Wheatfield St @ 9:30 AM
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Arrive EFHT at approximately 10:15 AM
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Leave EFHT at 1:45 PM
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Arrive 500 Wheatfield St at approximately 2:30 PM
