Philosophy
Sage Expeditions strives to be a positive cultural force at Sage International School. The mission of Sage Expeditions is to provide equitable opportunity to learn and recreate in diverse outdoor spaces through a variety of activities in order to inspire future outdoor stewards and life-long learners. We want to take students out of their comfort zones, to try something new (or master new skills), and to give them challenges they otherwise would not experience in the school atmosphere. At the same time, we will push students to transfer their outdoor experiences back to their lives at home and in school, by reinforcing IB curriculum on every trip. We will also teach natural and social histories of the places we travel and adventure, as well as teach and maintain a “Leave No Trace” ethic.
Expeditions
Sage Expeditions offers a great variety of outdoor learning opportunities. We offer “Action Friday” trips: day trips on our Fridays without school, weekend backcountry and front-country camping, and longer camping/backpacking trips over school breaks. Activities range from hiking, biking, camping, backpacking, skiing/snowboarding, snowshoeing, nordic skiing, fly fishing and more!
Enrollment
For every outing, enrollment will be based on a randomized lottery process, and not the first to register. Hopefully, this allows all students to access the expeditions in a more equitable manner. If a student is wait-listed for a trip, they will be given priority on the next trip they register for. There will be a cutoff time to enter your student’s name for each trip.
Scholarships
Scholarships may be available for some trips. Please contact your outdoor expeditions coordinator for more details.
2024-2025 Expeditions Schedule
Keep checking back! Our expeditions schedule will continue to grow as more opportunities fall in place!
July
7/15-7/19 Storytelling and Camping in the Wood River Valley
7/26-7/27- Wilderness First Aid course
August
8/22-8/23 Senior Campout- look for emails from HS director for information!
September
9/16-9/18 8th Grade Adventure Week- look for emails from MS director for information!
9/20-9/22 Fall Break Rock Climbing Camp @ City of Rocks– REGISTRATION CLOSED
October
10/11-10/12 Camping at Bruneau Sand Dunes– REGISTRATION CLOSED
Thursdays After school Climbing Camp– REGISTRATION CLOSED
10/25 Silver City Spooky Scavenger Hunt– REGISTRATION CLOSED
November
11/1 Trailwork with Idaho Trail Association– REGISTRATION CLOSED
December
Expeditions Break~ See you in the new year!
January 2025
1/10, 1/24, 1/31- Lifesports ski and snowboarding lessons– REGISTRATION CLOSED
February
Friday 2/7- Snowshoeing near Idaho City– REGISTRATION CLOSED
March
Fri 3/14- Sun 3/16- Backcountry Cabin Camping in the Sawtooths (indoor sleeping)– Lottery closed
April
Friday 4/4- Thursday 4/10 Spring break in Southern Utah! REGISTRATION CLOSED
Monday 4/28- 4th Grade to Celebration Park
May
Thursdays 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 & 5/15- After School Climbing Clinic with IMG– REGISTRATION CLOSED
Tuesday 5/13- 3rd Grade to Foothills Learning Center
Tuesday 5/27- 5th Grade to Peregrine Foundation
June
Mon 6/23 – Fri 6/27- Salmon River Adventure– REGISTRATION CLOSED
Please contact the program coordinator: Megan Furois at megan.furois@sageintl.org for information on the expeditions program and upcoming events.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that plans can change, and we strive to accommodate our participants as best we can. However, due to the nature of our programming—including limited group sizes, advanced logistical planning, and the securing of permits and staff—we have established the following cancellation policy:
- Before the Payment Due Date:
Cancellations made before the final payment due date are eligible for a refund minus the non-refundable deposit. The deposit helps cover administrative and planning costs and is not refundable under any circumstances. - After the Payment Due Date:
Once the final payment is due, no refunds will be issued unless we are able to fill the cancelled participant’s spot with another student. If the spot is filled, a refund will be issued minus the non-refundable deposit. - No-Shows or Same-Day Cancellations:
Participants who do not show up for a trip or who cancel on the day of departure are not eligible for any refund.
Thank you for your understanding and for supporting the logistics and sustainability of our outdoor programs.