Apex Learning Center

CONQUER YOUR FEARS AND LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST

Apex Adventures, an extension of Apex Learning Center, Inc., has been created to offer a variety of fun and exciting adventures and trips for individuals who want to conquer their fears, take risks and live life to the fullest. Our Mission is to:

Create a safe and supportive environment for you to take on exciting and challenging adventure activities.
Encourage you to break free of fears that hold you back in life.
Experience life with passion and zest.

Apex Adventures offers:

Once-in-a-lifetime Adventures (o.k., maybe twice) these events are designed to help people step out of their comfort zones. The more people do things that scare them, the more alive and on purpose they become. It is equally true that the more challenging an experience is, the more rewarding it is.

Getaway Adventures allowing people to experience a new culture or city. These "getaway" trips will allow people to take a break from their stressful and fast-paced lives in order to feel more grounded and centered. To experience something new in a fun, supportive and non-threatening environment.

Off the Beaten Path - Nature Adventures give people the opportunity to commune with nature in serene and majestic landscapes. A spiritual component is part of each of these adventures - be it meditation, journaling, art, etc...

Participating in any of the above adventure activities give people the chance to feel more energized and alive! Participants find Apex Adventures to be a stepping stone or catalyst allowing them to take risks in other areas of their lives as well. As people break through fears and take on challenges they normally wouldn't, a sense of freedom and empowerment comes with that.



	For 2005, Apex Adventures will offer the following events:
	Dinner & Drumming @ Rhythm - Chicago	February 4, 2005
	Join us for dinner in the city, followed by an instructional drumming circle and drumming at Rhythm Chicago, 1108 W. Randolph St., Chicago PH 312.492.6100
	Approximate cost: $8 for Drumming + drinks, estimated dinner cost $15 - 20; $8 Deposit to reserve your spot

	White Water Rafting in West Virginia	May 2005
	1 day of white water rafting on the Lower New River and ½ day of rock climbing, kayaking, mountain biking, cave exploration or horseback riding
	Accommodations: Bunkhouse complete with beds & mattresses, some camping equipment req'd
	Approximate cost: $325 (not including airfare); $50 Deposit to reserve your spot

	Kayak the Chicago River	Saturday - July 16, 2005
	Wateriders Chicago Kayak Tours, located at the Montgomery Wards Complex on the Chicago River
	Here's the details for our Adventure: We will begin with Kayaking down the Chicago River to get a duck’s eye view of the Windy City and its splendid high rises, we will experience the Hybird guided Chicago Architectural/Historical Tour and the Ghosts & Gangsters Kayak Tour.
	The Tour will begin at 2:30pm on Saturday, and is approximately three hours long. Reservations are required, so your speedy response to this email would be appreciated! Single and Double Kayak's are available. 1st timers are encouraged to use Double Kayak's.
	Registration fee, Total Cost: $50. Due immediately to reserve your reservation.
	Trips subject to postponement, depending on the weather.Waterriders Chicago Kayak Tours

	Skydiving (tandem) and Apex Family Picnic	July 24, 2005
	Tandem skydiving jump with a certified instructor through the Chicagoland Skydiving Center
	Approximate cost: $189 + optional $99 for DVD (highly recommended for first time jumpers); $50 Deposit to reserve your spot

	Camping & Canoeing in Wisconsin	August 2005
	Overnight camping / canoeing trip on the Wolf River
	Other available activities: hiking, tubing and kayaking
	Families welcome; $50 Deposit to reserve your spot

	Hang Gliding (tandem)	Sept 2005
	Tandem hang gliding over the Indiana Dunes with a certified instructor
	Flight time: 30-45 minutes
	Approximate cost: $200; $50 Deposit to reserve your spot

	Hiking & Backpacking in Havasu Falls - The Grand Canyon	Oct 2005
	4-day guided backpacking trip in Havasu Canyon on the Havasupai Indian Reservation
	Known for majestic waterfalls, turquoise pools and sandstone canyons with the culture of a Native American tribe that has occupied the area for centuries
	Difficulty: moderate to difficult
	Equipment, meals and packhorse for gear is included
	Approximate cost: $825 (not including airfare); $475 Deposit to reserve your spot

	For more information contact: Barbara A. Hays, Director - Apex Adventures, bhays@apexlc.com or 708-366-8363 x1

Apex Learning Center, Inc. - 7518 West Madison, Suite 2C - Forest Park, IL 60130 - (708) 366-8363