Wilderness Ministry Institute

Vision: That young people in every culture will personally encounter Jesus Christ and have an opportunity to grow in their faith through transforming wilderness experiences. Mission: Developing outdoor leaders who are committed to local relational youthwork, who are humble in the heart, and who will excel in the skills of safely and effectively introducing young people to Jesus Christ through outdoor adventure. Values: Developing indigenous leaders Relational approach Lifting up the young and the poor of our world’s cities Providing young people the highest quality wilderness experiences at the lowest possible cost Developing technical outdoor leadership skills equivalent to international standards Team approach to leadership International partnership and collaboration among outdoor leaders and youth workers