Local Adventure | Voyages
Attention: Voyages headquarters (the Milky Way building) is being remodeled and unanticipated delays in construction are affecting our ability to operate at full capacity. In result, we are offering a limited number of Voyage trips in 2023.
When Voyage registration reaches capacity, we still encourage you to sign-up and you'll be placed on a waitlist. You will be contacted throughout the summer if space becomes available.
Voyage 2023 Trips Offered: Backpacking, Rafting, and Local Adventure.
Join us in exploring your new backyard!
This Voyage is catered to students who are new to the outdoors and who are looking for more accessible ways to enjoy the beautiful areas near campus. The Local Voyage offers an array of activities within an hour's drive of Forest Grove, OR. Explore the beautiful Oregon coast, get your hands dirty at our local Boxer Gardens, and kayak at nearby Hagg Lake. You will be based out of Stub Stewart State Park adjacent to Forest Grove, and sleep in comfortable campsites, cook delicious meals, and build a supportive community.
Please see our Essential Eligibility Criteria (EEC) describing the essential functions necessary to participate in the activities that Voyages offers. If you have any questions about our EEC, or about how we may be able to accommodate your accessibility needs, please call or email us!
- Rating: beginner / new to the outdoors with or without accessibility needs
- Packing List
August 18: Arrive at Pacific for Voyages
Check-in | Marsh West Lawn
Check in on the West Lawn with Voyage Coordinators and be welcomed by Orientation Staff. Participate in Pacific’s traditional Sign, Shake, and Ring ceremony— a time honored tradition signing the book of enrollment, shaking the president’s hand, and ringing the bell to signify your entry into Pacific.
Move-in | Residence Halls
Move-in to residence hall. Students with late night flights may fly in August 17 and have a midnight check-in. Please let us know ASAP if you need to do this.
Student Orientation & Pre-trip Meeting | Location TBA
Get to know your Voyage leaders and fellow participants before you depart on your adventures (students only).
Parent and Family Orientation | Location TBA
Parent and Family Orientation (parents and family members only).
Ice Cream Social | Marsh West Lawn
Get to know your trip cohort over some ice cream and lawn games! (on Marsh West Lawn)