The Pacific Northwest is defined by the movement of water across our landscape. From the snow packed mountains to the wild rivers, to the Salish sea, water continuously shapes the way that life moves and exists in our beautiful home. For over a year, the Youth Experiential Training Institute has been working with partners […]

On Tuesday afternoons at Highline High School, you will find a group of students learning skills and planning for high adventures in their newly-formed outdoor club. So far, the club has had guest speakers from Pro Ski Films, gone on hikes to see waterfalls, and learned rock climbing basics. Y.E.T.I.’s vision is to build the

Grayl, a local outdoor water filter and bottle company, is a big Y.E.T.I supporter. Through the 1% for the planet program, Grayl sponsors one of our school club locations each year. They also generously provide water bottles for students to use on our adventures. This month they went even further. They hosted a house party

Y.E.T.I. delivered 2 overnight trips this past Spring Break for student groups at our partner schools. The Associated Student Body at Highline High School went on a camping trip to connect and reflect on their roles as leaders under blue skies and around the fire. Shortly following that trip, a group of motivated students at

This spring we worked with a group of UW MBA students to better understand where Y.E.T.I. should be investing in order to better serve the students in King County with outdoor education opportunities. The Service Corps program, lead by NET IMPACT is designed to pair MBA students with local nonprofits to help address business needs

After a week of zoom school or hybrid learning there’s nothing better then heading out on a Y.E.T.I. Friday hike. With the support of our volunteer guides and staff Y.E.T.I. has been leading Friday hikes after school for the month of April. These trips explore local parks and have included time on the Puget Sound

Volunteers are critical to Y.E.T.I.’s  ability to serve the youth in King County with outdoor adventure. These transformative experiences are made possible  through the dedication of volunteers time. Without this commitment we would not be able to offer our pay what you can , sliding scale model, which ensures any youth who wants to participate

Y.E.T.I.  works hard with its staff and volunteers to ensure they have the training experience and practice to manage the inherent risk of outdoor activities. This includes training in Wilderness first aid. Thanks to Our Community Partners the YMCA Camp Terry and CPR Seattle we were able to offer this course to several of our