Join us on the trails around Whatcom County!

Explore. Push Yourself. Work as a Team. Have a Blast!

This after-school program encourages trail runners, joggers & explorers to be part of a team, challenge themselves, share their spirit for adventure, and give back to the community!

Customized to the group of kids, all are welcome. The program runs in 5 week sessions throughout the school year. Summer camps begin in June.

Winter and Spring Registration is OPEN NOW

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Winter Session Dates

Winter Session 2:
Starts the week of March 3

Spring Session Dates

Spring Session 1:
Starts the week of April 14 (Transportation offered from Birchwood, Happy Valley, Sunnyland, Roosevelt, Columbia, Parkview & Cedar Tree)
Spring Session 2:
Starts the week of May 19 (Transportation offered from Birchwood, Happy Valley, Sunnyland, Roosevelt, Columbia, Parkview & Cedar Tree)

Summer Camp Opportunities

Check out our new and returning summer camps here! Options for elementary and middle school participants!"

Program Information

AGES: Youth ages 7 - 11

The Trail Blazers program is for adventurous kids in 2nd–6th grades. We encourage youth to challenge themselves wherever their ability lies! We cover approximately 2 - 3 miles on a new trail each week. Trained coaches run with each groups of kids to ensure safety, proper trail etiquette, and fun!

Groups will meet at a different location each week. The Y will provide transportation to the trailhead from seven schools (Birchwood, Happy Valley, Roosevelt, Parkview, Sunnyland, Columbia, and Cedar Tree).

Any 2nd - 6th graders who have their own transportation are welcome to join ANY of our teams via the Participant Drop Off Option.

Goals of the Program

Use trail running, jogging, and power walking as a fun way to exercise and explore new places.
Learn and practice core concepts of teamwork, leadership, and outdoor stewardship.
Explore new trails in Whatcom County.
Have fun! Clamber over trees and rocks, explore beaches and forests, make friends, challenge ourselves & get dirty!

OPTION 1: SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION OPTION

LOCATION: Meet at school playground

Mondays: 2:30pm pick up; 5pm drop off; Birchwood
Tuesdays: 2:30pm pick up; 5pm drop off; Happy Valley
Wednesday: 2:30pm pick up; 5pm drop off; Roosevelt
Wednesday: 2:30pm pick up; 5pm drop off; Sunnyland
Thursday: 12:20pm pick up; 3:00pm drop off; Parkview
Thursday: 12:20pm pick up; 3:00pm drop off; Columbia
Thursday: 3:15pm pick up; 5:15pm drop off, Cedar Tree Montessori

FEE PER SESSION:

$150 Y Members (Includes transportation, healthy snack, program swag)
$180 Program Members (Includes transportation, healthy snack, program swag)

OPTION 2: PARTICIPANT DROP OFF OPTION

LOCATION: Meet at various trailheads and parks

Mondays: 3:15-4:45pm
Tuesdays: 3:15-4:45pm
Wednesday: 3:15-4:45pm
Thursday: 1-2:30pm
Thursday: 3:45-5:30pm