Because all youth deserve to explore their potential and realise success.

Take a Hike is a full-time mental health and education program empowering vulnerable youth in grades 10 to 12 to transform their lives and realize academic success. Since 2000, Take a Hike has been using the outdoors and adventure to engage students in clinical counselling and community, to help them develop social and emotional skills and overcome barriers to academic success. Our graduates are equipped with the skills and resilience they need to navigate the challenges of life as young adults and the confidence to pursue their own goals.

About Us

97%

Graduation Rate

5

School Districts Across British Columbia

500+

Students & Alumni

RAW Student Stories

Kyra

"A program that is both realistic and ambitious"

Take a Hike program is an innovative education alternative that allowed my son to work to his strengths and enjoy meaningful participation within both his school and community. — Kyra, Parent @WestKootenay

Billy

"I have learned to take control over my life"

I actually attended school, my emotions and moods became more manageable, and I felt like I belonged. My life was changing for the better. — Billy, Student @WestKootenay

Gerda

"A great fit for students like my son"

Knowing my son will be able to finish high-school in an environment that offers self-paced academic learning, outdoor activities, opportunities for community involvement and service work, as well as therapeutic support for students is very, very exciting for me and my family. — Gerda, Parent @Burnaby

Amanda

"I learned the most valuable concept in life: following through"

The program increased my confidence and leadership abilities. It taught me to be assertive and confident. In TAH, I achieved more than I thought possible and it taught me to set higher goals in my life. — Amanda, Alumni @Vancouver

Decca

"More than just getting kids outside, it's about getting back on track."

Without the support from my friends and TAH, I would not be the confident girl I am today. My future looks brighter than I ever imagined a year ago. — Decca, Student @WestKootenay

Travis

"Having a clean slate is an amazing opportunity"

Not having the support of my parents made it hard for me to regularly make it to school. At Take a Hike, although I haven’t been here very long, it feels like I’m slowly getting back on track towards my goals. — Travis, Student @Burnaby

Eden

"Now I get up early and I’m excited to go to school, every day."

The teachers support me through everything unlike before. They're are more like people trying to help me find my way instead of instructors forcing you to do everything their way. The mix of support, outdoor fitness and freedom helped me change my view on schooling and my future. — Eden, Student @Vancouver

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