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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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girls posing at the rodeo
June 30, 2025
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Ranch Goodbyes, bull rides, and the Rodeo: Day 11 Recap

Rodeo

As we move into the final leg of our journey, the past two days have been full of heartfelt goodbyes, wide-open Western experiences, and a whole lot of charm. Day 11 started off slow and sentimental; no one was quite ready to say goodbye to the ranch. After such a memorable stretch there, it was […]

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two students looking back during horseback riding
June 30, 2025
2025 Grand Western Tour

Horseback Rides & Campfire Vibes: Day 10 on Tour

Idaho Ranch

Day 10 brought even more adventure, with a morning of horseback riding that gave everyone a new way to explore the landscape – a definite favorite for many! The evening continued the relaxed pace we’ve come to love, with another incredible sunset painting the sky. Dinner was hearty and comforting (ribs and mac nโ€™ cheese) […]

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students playing volleyball at the idaho ranch
June 30, 2025
2025 Grand Western Tour

Slow mornings, strong serves, and sunsets: Day 9 ๐ŸŒ…๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ

Idaho Ranch

Weโ€™ve had a beautiful stretch of slower days here on tour, the kind that let everyone breathe, laugh, and soak in the simple joy of being together in a truly special place. Day 9 kicked off with something every teen on the road dreams of: a late morning and a pancake breakfast! After many early […]

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