Adventure Discipleship Program

Grades: 10–12 Format: Online + Multi-Day Field Expedition Credits: 12 Credits per Program Year 

 Program Overview 

 The Adventure Discipleship Program (ADP) is a unique educational pathway designed for the adventurer at heart. We believe that stepping out of the classroom and into the beauty of God’s creation offers a distinct opportunity to hear His voice, build resilience, and develop authentic community. 

 In this program, students do not just earn credits; they engage in deep discipleship, build practical leadership skills, and practice outdoor recreational techniques. The semester culminates in a multi-day group expedition, where students apply what they have learned in a real-world setting. 

 The Two Tracks 

 Year 1: 

 Open to accepted applicants in Grades 10–12. 

 The first year of ADP is about laying the foundation. Students are challenged to grow their passion for Christ while exploring the outdoors. 

 

 

 The Experience: Students engage in online modules and physical training logs that build toward a Multi-Day Field Expedition. 

 

 

 Skill Building: Focus on backpacking skills, navigation, teamwork, and personal spiritual discipline. 

 

 

 Certification: Encouragement to gain industry-level certification in outdoor skill areas of choice. 

 

 

 Year 2: The Leader 

 Open to students who have completed Year 1 and received a teacher recommendation. 

 For those who have proven their resilience and character in Year 1, the Second Year program offers a chance to step up. 

 

 

 The Experience: Students are encouraged to take on leadership roles, under the supervision of professional guides and program teachers. 

 

 

 Skill Building: Continued development of leadership dynamics, conflict resolution, risk management, and spiritual mentorship. 

 

 

 Curriculum & Credits 

 Successful completion of the program grants students 12 Credits toward graduation. The workload is a hybrid of online readings, assignments, physical activity logs, and the expedition itself. 

 

 

 

 

 

 Subject Area 

 

 

 Credits 

 

 

 Focus 

 

 

 

 

 Physical & Health Education 

 

 

 4 

 

 

 PHE or Outdoor Education 11/12. Mostly practical application, training routines, and trip performance. 

 

 

 

 

 Christian Studies 

 

 

 4 

 

 

 Discipleship, Biblical worldview, and faith formation in the context of creation. 

 

 

 

 

 Leadership 

 

 

 4 

 

 

 Leadership 10/11/12. Specific focus on outdoor leadership, team dynamics, and service. 

 

 

 

 

 

 Assessment Approach 

 We view assessment as a holistic process. Students are evaluated through: 

 

 

 Online Coursework: Readings, reflections, and assignments. 

 

 

 Activity Logs: Verified PE logs and training routines to ensure physical readiness. 

 

 

 Field Assessment: Practical skills and leadership demonstrated during the week-long backpacking trip. 

 

 

 Application & Requirements 

 Space in the Adventure Discipleship Program is limited. 

 To foster a safe and spiritually focused group dynamic, all students must submit an application and be accepted into the program before being registered for courses. 

 Prerequisites: 

 

 

 Year 1: Application packet. 

 

 

 Year 2: Completion of Year 1 + Recommendation from ADP teachers. 

 

 

 How to Join 

 Please complete the form linked below to let our coordinators know if you are interested in joining a special program at HCOS next year! Innovations Program Interest Form.