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students posing together at the dock
July 1, 2025
2025 Grand Western Tour

Pop Culture, Waterfront Views & Seattle Views: Days 15 & 16

Seattle, WA

After days of national parks and wide-open skies, we officially made it to Seattle! The city brought a different kind of energy; full of music, movement, and memories-in-the-making. We started our day at the Museum of Pop Culture, where everyone got hands-on in the Sound Lab. Whether they were laying down beats, testing instruments, or […]

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two students ready for roadtrip day
July 1, 2025
2025 Grand Western Tour

Road miles, dragon rides & downtown vibes: Day 14

Yellowstone National Park

Day 14 was one of those classic road trip days, long stretches of highway, a good movie, and a big reward waiting at the end. We logged some serious miles today, and kept things light on the bus with a group favorite: How to Train Your Dragon. By the time we pulled into Coeur d’Alene, […]

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group posed in yellowstone national park
June 30, 2025
2025 Grand Western Tour

Yellowstone: wow after wow after wow: Day 13 🌈🌋🏞️

Yellowstone National Park

Today was one for the books – a full day exploring the awe-inspiring beauty of Yellowstone National Park. From iconic natural wonders to soccer at sunset, this group made the most of every moment. We kicked things off with one of Yellowstone’s most famous sights: Old Faithful, which lived up to its name with a […]

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group of students at the end of their hike
June 30, 2025
2025 Grand Western Tour

Hiking Beyond and Taking It Slow: Day 12 Highlights

Snow King Mountain

Day 12 gave the group a well-deserved slower start. It was a full free day, and many took advantage of the extra rest. But by mid-morning, the energy returned; and 35 students made the climb up Snow King Mountain, marking the largest hiking group in GWT history! Later, kids wandered Jackson again, picking out t-shirts, […]

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