programs, dates & fees

VISIONS teens have been part of Dominican and Montana Blackfeet communities for nearly 40 years, and in Peru for almost 30 years.

MONTANA BLACKFEET

Connecting to Nature & Traditions Through Service & Ceremony

Wake up each day with Glacier National Park as your stunning backyard.
Build skills and make an impact through volunteer projects like carpentry, environmental conservation, the Child Nutrition Program, and fostering puppies.
Connect with the land through hikes, swimming in mountain streams and camping a night under the stars.
Attend traditional cultural events, learn from tribal elders, and open yourself to a powerful experience that will resonate for a lifetime.

High-Impact Projects & Vibrant Cultural Immersion

Live in the colorful, lively town of Cotui, where you can practice Spanish with neighbors and new local friends.
Make a difference by building school classrooms and running an awesome day camp for kids in the community.
Enjoy off-hours Caribbean-style—laughing, playing games with local kids, and soaking up the vibrant atmosphere.
Dive into adventure with trips to the beach, short hikes, cooking local foods, and swimming or boating on the largest lake in the Caribbean. Get ready for unforgettable moments!

Water Conservation, Andean Treasures & Indigenous Peruvian Immersion

Make your home-away-from home in breathtaking Urubamba, at the base of the Andes in Peru’s iconic Sacred Valley.
Work with indigenous Quechua farmers on meaningful water conservation and irrigation projects.
Immerse yourself in Spanish practice and delve into workshops on chocolate-making, carpentry, pottery and weaving.
Explore rich cultural traditions from soccer to salsa dancing, visit the awe-inspiring ruins of Machu Picchu and ancient treasures.

Destination	Language	Dates	Duration	Service Hours	Tuition	Availability
Montana Blackfeet 1	English	June 17 - July 1	15 Days	50 - 60	$5,190	Apply
Montana Blackfeet 2	English	July 6 - July 22	17 Days	60 - 70	$5,590	Apply
Dominican Republic 1	Spanish	June 15 - June 29	15 Days	45 - 55	$4,990	Apply
Dominican Republic 2	Spanish	July 3 - July 17	15 Days	45 - 55	$4,990	Apply
Peru 1	Spanish	June 15 - June 22	8 Days	20 - 25	$3,190	Apply
Peru 2	Spanish	June 27 - July 15	19 Days	60 - 70	$6,190	Apply
Peru 3	Spanish	July 20 - August 1	13 Days	40 - 50	$4,790	Apply

One leader to every four or five participants sets VISIONS apart among service summer programs for teens.
Most participants attend on their own, and no more than two friends can attend the same program together.
Language immersion programs longer than 15 days require two years of language study or the equivalent in life experience.