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Explore Acadia National Park through an immersive program combining hands-on ecological service with backcountry adventure. Participants will hike rugged trails, camp under the stars, and contribute to meaningful conservation projects. This physically challenging experience highlights Acadia’s dramatic landscapes, diverse habitats, and rich heritage. Limited enrollment offers a unique opportunity to help preserve this iconic park.
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5/18/2026 to 5/23/2026
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When:
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May 18 to 23, 2026
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Where:
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Acadia National Park
Maine
United States
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Contact:
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NCHC Office
hello@nchchonors.org
(402) 472-9150
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Program Overview
Explore the stunning landscapes of Acadia National Park through this immersive program, combining hands-on ecological service with backcountry adventure. Participants will engage in impactful projects while hiking rugged trail and camping under
the stars. With breathtaking views of the Crown Jewel of the North Atlantic Coast, this physically challenging experience is paired with the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats
and rich cultural heritage. Limited to (unsure) students due to wilderness regulations, this program offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and contribute to preserving this iconic national park.
Registration Details
Program Size: 8-10 Students
NCHC Member Price: $950 (does not include airfare); Non-Member Price: $1900 (does not include airfare)
Registration Deadline: April 13, 2026
Tentative Itinerary
If you have any questions regarding your trip specifically, please contact your trip facilitators listed below. They will be sending you more information regarding what to pack, and any supplies you may need for your trip.
Trip Facilitators
Karen Gergley
Karen Gergely is a socially engaged artist and educator from West Virginia. She is an Associate Professor of Art at Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa, where she teaches in the Honors Program and leads the Art and Design departments. Her work fosters community through creative expression. An avid adventurer, Gergely enjoys long-distance hiking and bike-packing. Learn more at karengergely.com.
Dan Platt
Dan Platt is an English teacher and Phi Theta Kappa advisor at Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, Iowa. He completed a PhD in English with a concentration in environmental literature, along with a master’s degree in Nonprofit Management, at the University of Oregon. His past “outdoor education” experiences include organizing river cleanups with New Jersey Community Water Watch and building hiking trails along the Tahoe Rim Trail with Nevada Conservation Corps.
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