Equip. Transform. Send.
Into the Wilderness
Encounter the wild beauty of the Italian Alps. Disconnect from the noise, step into the raw beauty of creation, encounter community, and explore Scripture.
A launchpad into a life of meaning
On mountain ridge lines and around campfires, people rediscover truth, courage, and calling — then walk back into their world with a renewed sense of purpose. No filters. No comparison. No pretending. Just real people, real conversations, and real belonging.
A Christian outdoor ministry in the Alps & Dolomites since 2009
Five paths
Our programs
reBOOT
Reconnect as a family
Reconnect with your family, renew your faith, and rediscover what matters most through shared wilderness adventure. 7–10 days of rafting, kayaking, hiking, canyoning, climbing, and camping in Italy and beyond — Croatia, Sardegna, Corsica, and the Alps.
Teens, young adults & families
reNEW
Awaken purpose
An exciting wilderness journey designed to challenge young hearts, build character, and awaken purpose. A 5 to 13-day immersion in the Dolomites — backpacking, rock climbing, mountaineering, and outdoor skills in teams.
Middle school, high school, university & beyond
reCALL
Solitude, silence, and calling
Step away from the noise of life and encounter God through solitude, silence, and reflection in the mountains. A seven-day backpacking journey in the Dolomites, including four days of solitude and a guided three-day fast.
Ages 18+
reTURN
Father and son, together
Strengthen the bond between father and son through adventure, challenge, and meaningful moments of growth. A four to seven-day wilderness experience in the Italian Alps.
Fathers & sons
reTRAIN
Equip leaders
Prepare to lead others through faith, adventure, and discipleship in the wilderness. A multi-day outdoor ministry intensive in the Dolomites — navigation, survival skills, climbing essentials, and environmental stewardship.
Aspiring & current leaders
Internship
Spend a season behind the scenes — learning to plan, lead, and serve on real expeditions.
Next departure
Ski Camp 2027
Join us for 5 days together, 3 days of which we will venture into the mountains to ski + snowboard and explore the winter wonderland that are the Dolomites in winter. Coupled with active ski days, we will spend the evenings feasting on warm meals together, playing games, relaxing, connecting, and diving deep into the scriptures to pursue God as individuals and as communities.
From sign-up to summit
Register online
Pick a trip, fill in the details, sign the waiver, and send your payment.
Get prepared
Find your packing list, meeting point, and reminders in your account so nothing is forgotten.
Hit the trail
Show up. We handle the route, the food, the gear, and the logistics — you handle the walking.
Give
Help someone encounter God in the wilderness
Many young people and families long to join an Into the Wilderness adventure but cannot afford the full cost. Your gift to the Into the Wilderness Fund removes that barrier — shaping identity, fueling discipleship, and launching lives into purpose.
Donate