The Leading Edge

Leadership doesn’t come in a book or a box.
It’s a life-long journey.
Start the journey this summer.

We know: Adults talk to high school students about leadership all the time. If you want to impact student council, captain a sports team, lead a club, or are just interested in learning what all the leadership fuss is about, read on....

The Leading Edge at the High Mountain Institute is an experiential introduction to leadership for students finishing 9th-12th grades. This multi-week summer program includes a leadership development workshop in conjunction with an extended wilderness backpacking expedition in the Rocky Mountains.