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VISIONS Service Adventures: Montana Blackfeet Reservation

by: VISIONS Service Adventures

9.75 (12)Verified

Live on an iconic conservation ranch amidst the rolling hills of the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in northwestern Montana with a Rocky Mountain backdrop. Engage in diverse volunteer projects as a way to show gratitude to this honorable community for sharing their lives with us. Attend cultural ceremonies, connect with the landscape, and prepare for a powerful experience that will resonate for a li...

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Program Highlights

Help tackle the challenges of contemporary reservation life by making hands-on renovations to homes and schools, leading a day camp for children and serving meals to elders.

Explore Montana's rugged mountains and rolling plains during camping excursions.

Experience a traditional powwow, tour the Little Bighorn Battlefield and witness the through line connecting distant past to present.

Ride on horseback through the Montana wilderness.

Work on conservation and community projects while learning the history of the surrounding lands.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Montana, United States
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects:
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Culture
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

The New York Times

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.75

Total Reviews

12

I went to the Montana Blackfeet program and it was the most incredible experience of my life. I loved our leaders and they made everything so fun. I also felt super comfortable with them like I could talk to them. We got to help with a Sundance, which was my favorite part, I lvoed that they trusted us to help with something so sacred and it made me feel like I was part of something that other people don't get to see. I also made really good friends with some of the other kids that I'm gonna have for the rest of my life. I loved everything about it!

10

I am a VISIONS student alum that was grateful to participate in three programs with VISIONS, the Northern Cheyenne Montana, British Virgin Islands and Peru. There is a reason why I kept wanting to spend my summers on VISIONS programs, they are the perfect combination of challenging service projects, fun activities and cultural events. My favorite part about these programs was the connections I made with the local partners in each place. I was welcomed into each community and by the end of each program it felt like I had formed meaningful friendships and family with the locals, VISIONS staff and other kids. I still keep in contact with some of the other participants and leaders that I met through VISIONS. These programs also have propelled me into the type of career I want and have been extremely beneficial to include on my resume.

Best experience ever

by: Nicholas Maguire - United StatesProgram: VISIONS Service Adventures: Montana Blackfeet Reservation
10

I went with visions to Montana and Cambodia it was two of the best experiences I have ever had from the learning about a new culture and see how daily life works for many around the world the work was hard but it was very rewarding doing something for a community in need.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Montana, United States

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Outdoor Education

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Online Application
  • Letters of Reference

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