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From Streets to Summits

Wilderness Way Project's Mission Statement

At the Wilderness Way Project, our mission is to empower individuals experiencing homelessness by equipping them with practical skills, self-reliance, and the confidence to thrive in society. We provide hands-on training in trades such as fence building, staining, landscaping, and food-producing gardening, alongside essential life skills like preparing proper meals, preserving food, and building safe shelters to withstand Washington’s harsh weather.

Our program is designed not only to help people survive, but to prepare them for long-term success—by instilling work ethic, craftsmanship, and resilience. Graduates of the Wilderness Way Project leave with the skills needed to secure and maintain employment, contribute to their communities, and move forward with dignity and independence.

Transforming Lives Through Nature's Lessons

We empower homeless youth with survival skills, guiding them from city streets to inspirational trails, teaching them to thrive outdoors and build a sustainable future.

A group of children gather closely together in an outdoor setting, some looking directly at the camera while others are engaged in different activities. The environment appears lively and filled with a mixed group of kids wearing casual clothing. A blue tarp and wooden beams are visible in the background, suggesting a makeshift or temporary shelter.
A group of children gather closely together in an outdoor setting, some looking directly at the camera while others are engaged in different activities. The environment appears lively and filled with a mixed group of kids wearing casual clothing. A blue tarp and wooden beams are visible in the background, suggesting a makeshift or temporary shelter.
Life-changing wilderness experiences await you.

Trail Crew

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Empowering Through Nature

Transforming lives by teaching skills essential for survival and environmental stewardship.

Wilderness Skills Training
A group of people dressed in winter gear hold a banner that reads 'The Gathering Youth Performance Co.' They are standing on a snowy landscape with mountains in the background. Two snowboards are visible, and there are a few blue chairs on the right.
A group of people dressed in winter gear hold a banner that reads 'The Gathering Youth Performance Co.' They are standing on a snowy landscape with mountains in the background. Two snowboards are visible, and there are a few blue chairs on the right.

like preparing proper meals, preserving food, and building safe shelters to withstand Washington’s harsh weather.

A group of young people, mostly wearing blue and black uniforms, are gathered outdoors. They are sitting and standing on a sandy area surrounded by trees. Some individuals are holding papers, suggesting a group activity or discussion. Nearby, there are blue and yellow buildings and a metal shelter with more people sitting underneath.
A group of young people, mostly wearing blue and black uniforms, are gathered outdoors. They are sitting and standing on a sandy area surrounded by trees. Some individuals are holding papers, suggesting a group activity or discussion. Nearby, there are blue and yellow buildings and a metal shelter with more people sitting underneath.
A mural on a yellow brick wall depicts a person wearing a beanie and backpack holding a phone, standing beside a homeless man sitting on the ground. The homeless man holds a sign that reads 'Sharing is Caring'. The wall also features graffiti and has a clear, blue sky above it.
A mural on a yellow brick wall depicts a person wearing a beanie and backpack holding a phone, standing beside a homeless man sitting on the ground. The homeless man holds a sign that reads 'Sharing is Caring'. The wall also features graffiti and has a clear, blue sky above it.
Job skills to integrate back into society

We provide hands-on training in trades such as fence building, staining, landscaping, and food-producing gardening

Giving back to the community that gave us this opportunity to become better.

Participate in trail clean-ups and give back to nature.

Gallery

A group of young people are gathered around an outdoor setting with trees and some sort of overhead shelter. Three individuals are the focus, dressed in dark hoodies and interacting playfully with fabric or a hammock. Their expressions suggest amusement and camaraderie. Others in the background appear to be engaged in conversations or walking, hinting at a lively atmosphere.
A group of young people are gathered around an outdoor setting with trees and some sort of overhead shelter. Three individuals are the focus, dressed in dark hoodies and interacting playfully with fabric or a hammock. Their expressions suggest amusement and camaraderie. Others in the background appear to be engaged in conversations or walking, hinting at a lively atmosphere.
A group of young people is gathered outdoors with a large building in the background. One person is sitting on a stone holding a cardboard sign that reads 'OUR FUTURE IS ON THE LINE.' The atmosphere appears calm and sunny, with some trees in the blurred background.
A group of young people is gathered outdoors with a large building in the background. One person is sitting on a stone holding a cardboard sign that reads 'OUR FUTURE IS ON THE LINE.' The atmosphere appears calm and sunny, with some trees in the blurred background.
A group of seven young people, casually dressed in jeans and jackets, are seen in an outdoor setting surrounded by greenery. One person is climbing over a brick wall, while others appear to be following then through a gate. The scene suggests a playful or adventurous activity.
A group of seven young people, casually dressed in jeans and jackets, are seen in an outdoor setting surrounded by greenery. One person is climbing over a brick wall, while others appear to be following then through a gate. The scene suggests a playful or adventurous activity.
A group of young people gathered together outdoors in front of a building, holding a blue flag with the Earth on it and the words 'PHS Global Ecology.' The group appears cheerful and diverse, standing closely together.
A group of young people gathered together outdoors in front of a building, holding a blue flag with the Earth on it and the words 'PHS Global Ecology.' The group appears cheerful and diverse, standing closely together.
A group of people, dressed in casual clothing, are gathered in a lush, green forest clearing. The ground is damp and muddy, with scattered puddles and fallen branches. Large trees with dense foliage surround the area, creating a shaded environment. The people appear to be engaging in an outdoor activity, possibly related to conservation or education.
A group of people, dressed in casual clothing, are gathered in a lush, green forest clearing. The ground is damp and muddy, with scattered puddles and fallen branches. Large trees with dense foliage surround the area, creating a shaded environment. The people appear to be engaging in an outdoor activity, possibly related to conservation or education.
A long makeshift tent is set up outdoors with beige tarps forming the walls and roof. A section of the tent features a bright blue and red panel towards the bottom. The tarps are slightly wrinkled and secured with ties, with a trash can placed on the ground nearby. Urban buildings and foliage are visible in the background.
A long makeshift tent is set up outdoors with beige tarps forming the walls and roof. A section of the tent features a bright blue and red panel towards the bottom. The tarps are slightly wrinkled and secured with ties, with a trash can placed on the ground nearby. Urban buildings and foliage are visible in the background.

Celebrating transformation through nature and shared experiences.

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to learn more about our programs and how you can help.

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Empower

Transforming lives through nature and purpose.

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