What is Training? World Race training camp is an intense (or in-tents, as it were) 2 week experience where you, your teammates, and your entire launch window meet in Georgia to connect deeply with the Lord and each other before flying to your first country. During your two weeks at Adventures, you will receive training and activation in how you can live in greater intimacy with God, deeper connection with your community, and a life dedicated to God’s mission for His people. Through teaching, prayer, scenarios, and relationship building, you will step out of fear and shame and into more...

Departing Travel Information: After returning from your trip, you will have a final debrief back at our home office in Gainesville, Georgia. Then we will shuttle you all back to the Atlanta airport on November 18th!   If you are planning to FLY home: DEPART from Atlanta, GA (Hartsfield-Jackson Int. – ATL) no earlier than 12:00 PM on November 18th. If you are planning to GET PICKED UP: You can be picked up at the Atlanta airport (Hartsfield-Jackson Int. – ATL) no earlier than 11:00 AM on November 18th.     As...

Launch Details You’ve patiently waited and now the time is here! Please read the following information carefully. Once you have planned your travel please update the “travel” section of your profile! You can find this under the “Launch & Training” section of your profile. This information must be on your profile BEFORE AUGUST 8th. **For Fall 3 Month trips (Semesters) – we do not recommend booking your travel until your trip has officially received the green light. Your Advisor will let you know when this happens.   Launch Location Sonesta Atlanta...

World Race Outreach Packing Guide You will hear (and read!) a lot of options on packing! Ultimately, pack what works for you. Here are our recommendations (popular brands in italics), dress guidelines, shopping suggestions and baggage requirements. Happy packing!  Packing List Staples Hiking Backpack: aka “Big Pack”. Frontloading and Internal Frame. 55-70L. Shoot for <45lb. Osprey, REI, Kelty. Daypack: Your average backpack. This will be your carry-on. Tent (with footprint & rain fly): 2-person freestanding. Shoot for <5lbs. REI, Marmot. Sleeping Pad: Different...

Hey Racers!! The dates are official, so without further ado: You will be coming to Atlanta, Georgia for Launch on Saturday, August 27, 2022! This will be a combined launch event with the 11 Month World Race, 9 Month Gap Year, and 3 Month Fall Semesters Squads! HOW FUN. Don’t make travel plans just yet, though.  More information about the exact location of Launch as well as specific times to arrive will be coming closer to August. Your parents will also have the opportunity come for a couple days of launch (unless you opt out of inviting them): August 27-28, 2022 More details about...

Hey Friends! Here’s a look at some important dates – you will also have an attachment sent in an email that we highly recommend printing out!!!   First 9 Weeks of Commitment Complete your Map to Support-Raising Success   May 20, 2022 Last call to apply for / renew passport. *Beyond now, you must “expedite”   May 31, 2022 25% of your support goal met * Check out the Introduction tab of your profile to see your fundraising total   June 16, 2022 Passport Upload Deadline Ensure your profile is complete   July 8, 2022 Releases &...