Frassati Adventure Course

An incredible 8-day trip to the Mountains. Verso L’Alto!

Registration/Payments

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2024 Frassati Trip - Taos New Mexico

Day 1
May 20

Depart for Groom Texas, overnight at Stations of Cross

Day 2
May 21

Travel and set up camp in the Carson National Forest, NM

Day 3
May 22

Hiking, teambuilding and experiencing local culture

Day 4
May 23

1/2 day whitewater rafting through “The Racecourse”

Day 5
May 24

Mountain Climbing & Hot Springs

Day 6
May 25

Local service & campsite time

Day 7
May 26

Pack up and drive back to Groom

Day 8
May 27

Return to College Station

FAQs

What happens on the trip?

Expect an unbelievable week building friendships in the most beautiful atmosphere of the Rocky Mountains with other Aggie Catholics! Whitewater rafting, mountain hiking, hot springs, ultimate frisbee, campfires, camping, daily mass on the mountain and personal and group prayer are all on the list of adventure.

Where do we stay?

We have booked a group campsite with a pavilion and bathrooms in the heart of the Carson National Forest. We have access to town but will not have amenities such as WiFi, electricity or running water. In short, we’re remote, but not TOO remote. We are basically “car camping” in the middle of the mountains 20 minutes from town.

List of stuff you'd need

A list of personal items can be found below. Many items can be rented or borrowed for a minimal or no cost.

Cost

$700. This includes a 100% NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $100, and 3 payments of $200.

Included in trip: All transportation, campsite, entrance fees, experiences and 12 meals

NOT included: 8 meals in town and while “on the road”, and any added “lake day adventure” fees. The lake is free, but bikes and paddle boards are extra. You’ll also need your own “Personal gear”. See list below.

Payments

$100 upon registration, $200 Jan.1, March 1, May 1. Visit here to pay.

Dropping

To drop from the trip, participants will loose the amount according to the fee schedule. Ex. Feb drop would cost $300

How do we get there?

Students depart from St. Mary’s in rented trucks and SUV’s driven by Frassati team leaders. There is an optional Fort Worth pickup/drop off for those that do not want to drive down to College Station. No other arrangements for pick up or drop off will be permitted including extended trips, airports, parent pickups in other locations, or students meeting us at camp.

How physically fit should I be?

Participants should be somewhat physically fit… after all, we hike mountains in very high altitude.

How many spots?

There are 6 staff, 24 students, and 1 priest.
(31 total)

Male spots: 0
Female Spots: 0 Sign up on the waitlist!

Who can go?

Current Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors. There is a special application process for anyone over the age of 21 at the time of the trip.

Pre-Trip Expectations

4 mandatory meetings (Feb. 6, 20, March 5, 19)

We will have several optional activities such as group workouts, a study on Frassati, and socials.

Scholarships

Some partial scholarships are available if there is a need. Please ask if a scholarship is the only way you would be able to do a trip like this.

Packing

I’ve linked Amazon items as examples only. You will still want to read descriptions. Items here can be bought, borrowed or RENTED at the Rec Center on campus. I’d recommend making your own decision if you want/need the below items. Items marked with a * indicate they are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - not just suggestions.