Wild Diversity adventures require logistics support for every event. Because of this, we close registration days to weeks prior to the event to allot our team enough time to prepare for all adventures. We appreciate your understanding!

Day adventure registration closes 5 days prior to event.

Multi day adventure registration closes 15 days prior to event.

We put a lot of care into preparing for our adventures, and tailor each experience to meet the needs of our registered participants (such as dietary restrictions). We understand that life happens and cancellations are unavoidable sometimes. We ask that you do your best to honor your registration with us and let us know as far in advance as possible if you are unable to attend an event. Our events usually fill up and have a waitlist, and we need advance notice to be able to reach out to waitlist participants to offer them spots. Last minute cancellations prevent us from doing so and wastes spots on our already limited community offerings.

Wild Diversity Cancelation Policy:

We respect your time and avoid canceling or postponing events unless absolutely necessary. That said, occasionally we may be unable to hold an event as planned due to environmental conditions (poor AQI, hazardous weather, etc), last-minute guide illness/injury, or low participant registrations (less than 3 participants). If we do need to postpone or cancel your event we will let you know as soon as we are able and you will be issued a refund.

Participant Cancelation Policy:

If you are a no-show for an event, or cancel within 24 hours of the event, you must wait 6 months before attending another Wild Diversity event. Exceptions can be made for truly extenuating circumstances if you reach out to us at admin@wilddiversity.com. If you are already registered for additional upcoming events your registration may be removed. 

Participants Refunds:

In order to receive a refund for your trip, you must request a refund at least 16 days prior to the start date of your overnight event, or 7 days prior to your day event on Eventbrite. If you have a truly extenuating circumstance, please contact us at admin@wilddiversity.com.

Wild Diversity offers all Adventures at a sliding scale to make getting outdoors accessible and possible for all our community members. Our trips are already deeply discounted from their actual value, thanks to grants and individual donations, and registration fees play an important role in covering the remaining gap. 

We ask that you take a moment when registering to decide what tier makes most sense for you. Keep in mind that if you register at the lowest end of the scale when you can truthfully afford the higher ticket prices without hardship, you are limiting access to those who truly need financial flexibility. And of course, if you need to use the lowest end of the scale, please do! We want to adventure with you, and you are worthy of experiencing joy and connection regardless of your ability to contribute financially. Because we have a limited number of lowest-tier spots available on each trip, participants are limited to enrolling in one multi-day trip at the lowest tier.

Wild Diversity is committed to dismantling all systems of oppression, whether they are found in institutional power structures, interpersonal relationships, or within ourselves. We are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, age, race, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment or bullying of participants in any form. You can view Wild Diversity's full Code of Conduct here. 

For each adventure, the group will come up with Community Agreements around Public Health that support everyone. As always, everyone will wash their hands before cooking, eating, and regularly throughout the day. Wild Diversity will provide hand washing and dishwashing stations. People preparing meals for the group will wear masks and food-handling gloves. We will stay masked or distant during the adventure unless otherwise agreed upon. You can find our full Public Health Policy page here.

As participants, you are joining us in experiencing the beauty of nature. To ensure we leave these beautiful places as we found them, we adhere to the Leave No Trace (LNT) principles. These guidelines help us minimize our impact on the environment while enjoying our adventures responsibly.

1. Plan Ahead and Prepare

• Research Your Destination: Familiarize yourself with the area you will be visiting, including regulations and special concerns for the places you’ll visit.

• Prepare for Extreme Weather: Bring appropriate clothing and equipment to handle changing weather conditions.

• Know the Regulations and Special Concerns: Wild Diversity abides by the rules and regulations of the area.

2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces

• Stick to Trails and Established Campsites: Use existing trails and campsites whenever possible to minimize disturbance to the environment.

• Avoid Stepping on Vegetation: Walk on rocks, gravel, or dry grasses to avoid damaging plants.

• Camp at Least 200 Feet from Lakes and Streams: This prevents water pollution and disturbance to aquatic habitats.

3. Dispose of Waste Properly

• Pack It In, Pack It Out: Carry out all trash, leftover food, and litter.

• Use Toilet Facilities When Available: If not available, bury human waste in a small hole 6-8 inches deep and at least 200 feet from water, camp, and trails.

• Dispose of Wastewater Properly: Strain food particles from dishwater and scatter the strained water at least 200 feet from water sources.

4. Leave What You Find

• Preserve the Past: Examine, but do not touch, cultural or historic structures and artifacts.

• Leave Rocks, Plants, and Other Natural Objects as You Find Them: Avoid picking plants, rocks, or other natural items.

• Avoid Introducing Non-Native Species: Clean your gear and boots to avoid transporting seeds and other organisms.

5. Minimize Campfire Impacts

• Use a Lightweight Stove for Cooking: Avoid the need for a campfire by using a camp stove.

• Where Fires are Permitted, Use Established Fire Rings: Use existing fire rings to minimize the impact.

• Keep Fires Small: Use only small sticks that can be broken by hand.

• Burn All Wood and Coals to Ash, Put Out Campfires Completely: Ensure the fire is completely out and cold before leaving.

6. Respect Wildlife

• Observe Wildlife from a Distance: Do not follow or approach wildlife.

• Never Feed Animals: Feeding wildlife damages their health, alters natural behaviors, and exposes them to predators and other dangers.

• Protect Wildlife and Your Food by Storing Rations and Trash Securely: Use bear-resistant food canisters or hang food in trees.

7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors

• Respect Other Visitors and Protect the Quality of Their Experience: Be courteous, yield to other users on the trail, and keep noise levels down.

• Let Nature’s Sounds Prevail: Avoid loud voices and noises. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the natural environment.

Observing with a Critical Eye

As participants, it’s essential to observe our surroundings critically while adhering to these principles. This involves:

• Noticing Signs of Impact: Look for areas showing signs of overuse or damage and avoid contributing further to these issues.

• Continuous Learning: Stay informed about best practices in outdoor ethics and share your knowledge with others.

By following these guidelines, we ensure that our outdoor adventures are enjoyable and sustainable for future generations.

Thank you for your commitment to protecting the environment and practicing Leave No Trace principles with us.

We have a limited amount of spots available for our adventures. If an event sells out, the waitlist will be activated. When a spot opens up for an event and there is adequate time to share adventure details with someone new and update the roster for the Guides, the Program Coordinator will reach out via the registration page on Eventbrite. You will have 24 hours to respond to the waitlist request. If you miss the email within the 24-hour period, then your spot will go to the next person on the waitlist.

We have all the gear you need...well most of it. We want you to join our adventures without the high cost of gear. We have all the big items-- tents, tarp tents, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and gear for cooking and eating. All you need to bring are your own personal items. Check out the full packing list here.

We support each other. Being on a group trip there are many things that have to be done to support the trip. Setting up tents, cooking, cleaning, treating water, doing a critter hang-- your adventure leaders will show you how to do all these tasks. You can take turns and refine your skills as a team. 

We believe that the outdoors should be a place to retreat. A place to connect with nature, others and yourself. There is plenty of time to read, write, swim, hike, connect and share stories on our adventures. This is why we go outside! Your Adventure Guide will connect with the group during the virtual info night to prepare you for the adventure weekend.

Activity Levels are listed for all our adventures. There are beginner, intermediate, and challenge/advanced levels. Some events may seem challenging but the group pace is more comfortable and includes plenty of breaks each hour. We are always happy to break when our friends, you, need additional support. Other adventures are challenging in different ways. Find the adventure that is right for you. Review the Activity Level for each adventure to understand the expected group pace; how many miles you’ll travel each day; and elevation gains.

Going to the bathroom in the wild can feel a little out of your comfort zone. Don't worry, your Adventure Guides will show you the ropes on proper bathroom use on your trip. 

For many camping trips, backcountry toilets are available at most locations.

We tend to go without showers on our trips and you can always freshen up at nearby water sources.

Wild Diversity will pack all the food we need for backpacking trips and overnight paddling trips. We receive your dietary restriction once you register and we plan our meals accordingly. You will have snacks that you can bring along for in between meals. 

For camping trips, check the event listing to see if meals are provided. If you need to bring your own food for camping trips we will bring a large camping stove so you can cook similarly to what you do at home. There will also be a campfire and grill for cooking. 

Drinking water for multi day events is treated water from nearby water sources making it safe to consume. Bring your own water for single day events and camping trips. For camping trips, bring at least 2 liters for each day that is at least a gallon and a half for a two night trip. 

Individual tents will be available for backpacking and paddling trips. For camping we have larger tents that can accommodate just yourself or your family. Our Adventure Guides will assist you with tent set up. There is no food, flames or footwear allowed in our tent to ensure they last for many adventures.

Our adventures are a community-centered. We support new and experienced participants. At the beginning of our backpacking and multi day paddling trips we go over all your personal packing list items to ensure no crucial items were missed. We then distribute group gear evenly throughout the group; provide you with any essentials you requested; and pack all our packs together. Then we carpool or caravan to our destinations. At the end of our trip we come back as a group it will take about 1 hour to check in and clean all the gear. We ask our participants to help in this process to ensure we have all gear and can support then next adventure.

For many camping trips please review the listings for meeting locations, times and carpool and caravan options. Adventure Guides will bring requested gear. 

Wild Diversity is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants during our adventures. To ensure the comfort and safety of everyone involved, we have the following pet policy:

Exclusion of Pets: With the exception of certified service dogs, pets are not permitted to accompany participants on Wild Diversity adventures. This policy applies to all program activities, including hikes, camping trips, and outdoor excursions. If we host an event that is specifically pet-focused, we will clearly communicate that it is an exception to this policy.

Service Dogs: Certified service dogs trained to assist individuals with disabilities are welcome on our adventures. Participants bringing service dogs can notify Wild Diversity staff in advance to go over risks and hazards on the adventure routes that the participant may want to consider. Following the ADA guidelines, service dogs are NOT emotional support or comfort dogs, because providing emotional support or comfort is not a task related to a person’s disability.

Reasoning: The exclusion of pets is necessary to maintain a safe and controlled environment for all participants. Wildlife encounters, unpredictable terrain, and group dynamics can pose risks to both pets and humans. Additionally, some participants may have allergies or fear of animals, and allowing pets could detract from their experience.

Responsible Ownership: While we understand the bond between pets and their owners, we ask for cooperation in adhering to this policy. Pet owners are responsible for making alternative arrangements for their pets during Wild Diversity adventures, ensuring their pets' well-being and comfort in their absence.

Follow Up: Wild Diversity staff reserve the right to enforce this pet policy to uphold the safety and integrity of our programs. Participants found in violation of this policy may be asked to remove themselves or their pet from the adventure.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to our pet policy. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy or require accommodations for a service dog, please contact us prior to the adventure. Thank you for helping us create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.

For more information regarding service animals visit ADA.gov's webpage.

At the end of each adventure, you will receive a post-event survey via email. We want to improve the way we support our community. We appropriate the time you take to provide us with your thoughts. If you didn’t receive the survey after your event, you may find it here.