Stonewater Adventure Bible School will disciple, equip, and empower adults 18 and older by providing a safe, engaging, and adventure-centric learning environment for self-discovery, leadership, and faith.
Stonewater is the ideal location for this 5-week course integrating technical outdoor skills, Bible teaching, worship, community, and wilderness adventure. The course is offered twice a year (fall and spring) and aims to increase personal faith, Biblical knowledge and application, self-discovery, personal responsibility, teamwork, and leadership potential.
Bible and Discipleship Training
- Discover a deeper sense of who you are and how you impact others.
- Gain a deeper understanding of personal beliefs, limits, and boundaries.
- Develop an appreciation and understanding of God’s word and its impact on you.
- Practice the heart and hand of Christ and discernment of His Spirit.
Wilderness and Leadership Training
- Develop confidence to overcome obstacles as a leader.
- Increased knowledge of leadership and team dynamics.
- Appreciate the outdoors and enhance stewardship.
- Gain specific outdoor and life skills for future experiences.
Mission and Vocation Practicum
- Confidence to step toward future challenges and opportunities.
- Missions/vocation shadow opportunities in areas of interest and calling.
- Hear and learn from a variety of experienced leaders.
- Develop a heart of service and community outreach.
Discipleship Elements
- Identity in Christ
- Christian Ecology
- Faith and Finance
- Spiritual Disciplines
- Biblical Worldview
Experiential Elements
- Self Discovery
- Leadership Challenges
- Service and Community
- Personal Values and Vocation
- Interpersonal and Life Skills
Adventure Elements (season dependent)
- Rock Climbing
- Rafting
- Challenge Course
- Horse Riding
- Orienteering
- Mountaineering
- Snow School
- Mountain Biking
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Ice Climbing
- Cross Country Skiing
- Culinary
- Snowshoeing
- Alpine Skiing (lift ticket not included in tuition)
Location: Near Leavenworth, Washington
Length: 5-weeks
Age: 18+
Cost: $2,500
Course Dates:
- Spring 2023: Register Now! Space is limited.
March 26-April 30, 2023
- Fall 2023: Register Now! Space is limited.
September 10-October 15, 2023
Phone: 509-763-3161
To Apply:
What to bring:
- BIBLE
- HIKING BOOTS (waterproof)
- TENNIS SHOES (closed-toe)
- SUNGLASSES
- 4 PAIR WOOL SOCKS
- WOOL GLOVES OR MITTENS
- NON-COTTON BASE, MID, AND OUTER LAYER – TOP & BOTTOM (POLYPRO, CAPILENE, WOOL, ETC.)
- FLEECE or DOWN JACKET (or both)
- WATERPROOF RAIN JACKET AND PANTS (taped seams and Gortex recommended)
- WOOL HAT, BALACLAVA, OR FLEECE BEANIE
- SUN PROTECTION HAT
- PERSONAL TOILETRIES
- PILLOW & BEDDING (both for on-site and off-site)
- VARIETY OF CURRENT SEASON CLOTHING (for day-to-day use – cotton okay)
- SWIMSUITS
- Water-friendly SANDALS (chacos, tevas, keens)
- WATER BOTTLES (2 Liters)
- HEADLAMP/FLASHLIGHT
- NON-COTTON SUN PROTECTIVE LAYER
- TOWELS
Things that would be nice if you could bring:
If you don’t have these items, Stonwater will provide what is needed.
- BACKPACK (ONE FOR OVERNIGHT TRIPS, 75liters or more; ONE DAY PACK)
- SLEEPING BAG; 3 SEASON QUALITY (0° recommended)
- THERMAREST/FOAM SLEEPING PAD
- FLEECE PANTS
- GAITERS
- SUNSCREEN AND BUG REPELLANT
- WATERPROOF RAIN PANTS
- CUP, BOWL, SPOON (for camping/backcountry) Off trip lodging has a fully stocked kitchen
- CLIMBING HARNESS AND HELMET
- WHITEWATER HELMET
- WHISTLE
- WETSUIT or any other neoprene you have (gloves, booties)
- PFD
- CAMP CHAIR: Folding or Crazy Creek Style
- CAMERA, LAPTOP, ETC.
- MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
- BIKE
- FAVORITE MUG
- BLANKET OR COMFORT ITEM
- ART SUPPLIES
- BOOKS
- PORTABLE SPEAKER
- HAMMOCK
- EXTRA SHOES
- EXTRA SOCKS
- FOOD/SNACKS
Physical training (before coming):
- Participants need to run at least 2 miles without stopping.
Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA)
- If you want to be certified, this course will be offered to Stonewater Adventure School participants either before or after the course.
- An “earlier bird” discounted price is available.
What does a normal week look like at Stonewater Adventure School?
- Each week will consist of community meal times, devotionals, Bible teachings, adventure challenges, and practical applications.
What is and is not included in the tuition fees?
- Lodging and meals
- Transportation to/from Stonewater
- Guiding/instruction/permits
- Email/Internet access
- Laundry and detergent
- All books and materials
- Use of Stonewater adventure equipment during organized activities
What’s NOT included:
- Personal Health and accident insurance during Stonewater Adventure School
- Postage and telephone calls
- Travel expenses
- Optional outings on “off” days
- Wilderness First Aid Cert (discount available for SAS participants who are interested)
Does my university offer credits for attending Stonewater Adventure School?
- Possibly through an internship, check with your university for details
- Not at this time. We will update when partners / schools are found.
How can I pay for Stonewater Adventure School?
- You can pay via credit card online or by phone.
- You can also pay by mailing in a personal check.
For scholarship assistance, please call Stonewater for more information.
What accident insurance do you recommend?
- Usually accident insurance is included in your health insurance.
- Please check with your health insurance for coverage.
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Is there laundry on-site?
- Yes, a washer and dryer are located in each building.
- The use of these along with detergent is included in course fees
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What are the sleeping arrangements?
Do I need to bring my own bedding?
- While at Stonewater, you will be in dorm-style rooms accommodating 2-4 guests per room.
- There are several bathrooms with showers.
- Each lodge also has a fully equipped kitchen and living room.
I would like to stay before and/or after Stonewater Adventure School, is that possible?
- Yes, however it may depend on what session, check with our coordinator
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Can I have visitors stay and have meals with us?
- If there is availability. Please check with the Stonewater Adventure School Coordinator.
- Your guests can stay overnight and enjoy a meal with us for $40 pp/night.
What is the weather like?
- Leavenworth, Washington, has four distinct seasons: mid-60s in the spring, 80s-90s in the summer, 50-60s in the fall, and a range from 5-35 in the winter (Fahrenheit).
How do I get there?
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Driving from SEATAC, take I-5N to I-405 (exit 154). Follow signs for WA-522 E (towards Woodinville). After 14 miles, take the ramp for US-2 East towards Wenatchee. Keep straight onto Stevens Pass Hwy. When you reach Coles Corner, take a left onto WA-207. After 3 miles turn right on to WA-209 (Beaver Valley Rd). After 5 miles turn left onto Chiwawa Loop Rd (If you pass Plain Hardware, you’ve gone too far). Stonewater is located 1.5 miles down on the right.
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Driving from Wenatchee. Take US-2 West for 20 miles. After passing Safeway and then the bridge, take a right at the stoplight (Chumstick Hwy). in around 20 minutes you will enter Plain, WA. Turn Right onto Chiwawa Loop Rd. Stonewater Ranch is located 1.4 miles on the right.
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Stonewater also offers a shuttle from Seattle to Stonewater for $20pp. This shuttle will pick you up at SEATAC airport outside of door 04 (this is the last door before you can exit the terminal). It leaves at 2:00 pm.
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Stonewater also offers a shuttle from Wenatchee to Stonewater for $10pp. This shuttle will pick you up at Wenatchee airport outside the main door. It leaves at 4:00 pm.
Next Step:
- Fill out an application (click below)
- Choose a course date
- Wait for the acceptance letter
Upon being accepted:
- An acceptance letter will be mailed with a health form
- Return health form with one-third payment to confirm your spot
- Full payment due by course start date
