Experiential Adventures
Oneida Experiential Adventures programs are up and running for tribal employees as well as tribal members. We will be updating our informative website periodically. Check back often!
Welcome
The humble roots of the Experiential Education department began working exclusively with internal social services programming in 1996. When the word of the powerful learning that was happening spread across the community, more groups began utilizing the services. Learning by doing is not only a concept. It is a powerful way to not only teach, but to solidify learning and create experiences that transfer into real life situations.
Since that time, we have expanded programming to include an indoor as well as an outdoor ropes and challenge course, kayaking as well as canoeing programming, outdoor adventure opportunities, therapeutic enlightenment and much more. Discover all the opportunities that we have to offer the community and beyond.We believe in creating and reaching new possibilities of experienced personal growth and change. Within the experience we provide, a challenge is presented and discussed. We help our participants experience unknown opportunities and gain personal and team strength. We believe new awareness’s cannot occur without stepping out of our comfort zone.
Experiential programming provides challenging and novel activities coupled with unusual opportunities for shared reflection. In this way, the experiential approach creates learning environments within a supportive atmosphere, which in turn brings about learning outcomes beyond those of the typical lecture or simulation. Because this approach can be more realistic than simulations, and because it provides opportunity for practice through experience, it proves extremely useful in personal and group development where resistance to change is prevalent or where an attitude of rigid thinking exists.
We believe in creating and reaching new possibilities of experience personal growth and change, within the experience we provide in our programming options, a challenge is presented. within that challenge, we help our participants experience unknown or new opportunities and personal strength, we believe new awareness’s cannot occur without stepping outside of our comfort zone. However, venturing too far out of our comforts may lead us to our fight or flight. our best learning occurs when we feel both safe and challenged at the same time. our trained facilitators help participants stay within this learning zone for optimal personal growth.
Recreational Opportunities
We make it fun! Oneida Adventures provides activity based learning to promote socialization and fun. we offer a wide variety of recreational venues including kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, rock climbing, high ropes course, snowshoeing, caving and activities designed specifically to make you laugh! By utilizing these venues, we can bring about in-depth learning and therapeutic experience or provide an atmosphere of a shared social group bonding experience. Not all of our programming uses these venues.
Outdoor Adventure
Often, our facilitators utilize the “great outdoors” to create meaningful, educational, metaphorical and conceptual experience and programming. we use the outdoors as our classroom to help challenge individuals to rely on each other and themselves, and organically bring about concepts and skills that emphasize personal growth.
Resources
Locations
Some of these lands are for tribal use only. Please follow posted regulations and laws when seeking to enjoy these properties.
Hiking sites public and private as identified
Where the Water Birds Nest (tribal only)
Fox Tails (tribal only)
Oneida Quarry (tribal only)
Silver Creek (public access)
PEACE Trail (tribal only)
Ropes Course Woods (tribal only)
Oneida Lake Boat Launch (tribal Only)
Sherwood Forest Park (Public access)
He-Nis-Ra Park (public access)
The following are public access locations for paddling.
Forms
Please completely fill out the following two forms.
- Note that all information will be kept strictly confidential.
Participants need to fill out the following two forms in order to participate in events conducted by Oneida Adventures. The Assumption form needs to be signed for the form to be accepted. Multiple youth names may be added to the first page rather than filling out separate forms for each. However, the second page (Health form) should be filled out individually for each participant.
The first form is an Assumption of Risk and Informed Consent Form that needs to be completed in its entirety. A signature on the bottom of the form is REQUIRED or it will not be accepted.
The Health Information Form allows our facilitators to be aware of physical conditions or medical issues that could impact you while participating in our programing. It is very important for the facilitators to be aware of any limitations that you may be experiencing so we can help adapt our program to ensure you have a positive experience. Sometimes a new health issue arises after filling out the health form. If this occurs, please advise the Adventure staff so we can try to make modifications if necessary.
Experiential and Adventure Program Acknowledgement of Risk and Terms of Use Agreement Form
Experiential and Adventure Program Statement of Health Form
PRINTABLE – Assumption of Risk And Use Agreement Form 2025-2026
Team Development
The facilitators at Oneida Experiential and Adventure understand the importance of individualized programming to meet the unique needs of our clients. It is our objective to create meaningful, transferrable, and relevant programming experiences to all that choose to utilize our services. For this purpose, we have created program tracks that target specific paths of learning. Of course, these tracks may be combined, modified or overlap to generate a customized program for your organization or group. Consider team goals, desired outcomes and time frames while reviewing our new menu of services. Please visit the menu tab to review some of our available customized options to meet your team or organizational goals.
Corporate Training
Many corporations have realized the power of learning by doing. Corporate training and development programming can be a powerful tool when used in a retainable, transferrable manner. Of organizational activities, team-development proves to have a stronger effect (versus financial measures) for improving organizational performance. Team-development activities, including team building and team training, improve both a team’s objective performance and that team’s subjective supervisory ratings. Documentation dictates that putting your team’s objectives into activity form allows a comprehension that lasts far beyond the program. The embodiment of the emotions that are a result from the feeling of success or the lack thereof creates a long lasting motivation to be a part of a change in the organization.
How does it Work?
Accountability, problem solving, open communication and strategically used activities are used to facilitate change. The facilitators at Oneida Adventures evaluate the perspective teams and their leaders to determine where the needs lie. Through interviews and observations, we create custom programs that can range from a couple hours to several days depending on the needs of the team. It is our objective to prepare and execute meaningful, transferrable, and applicable programming and education that can be employed immediately upon the programs completion.
General Outcomes
Over time, these activities are intended to improve performance in a team-based environment. Team building is one of the foundations of organizational development that can be applied to groups such as corporate teams, sports teams, school classes, military units or flight crews or anyone desiring to synergize as a unit. The formal definition of team-building includes:
Aligning mindsets around goals
Building effective working relationships
Reducing team members’ role ambiguity
Finding solutions to team problems
Recognizing problem areas and addressing them productively
** See menu tabs for more information on how we can customize a program for your organization!
Menu Options
Oneida Adventures is proud to offer new menu options. After a consult, our professional staff will assist you in creating a customized program to facilitate the outcomes you desire.
When browsing the menu options, please consider
- Time allotment (this will be affect goal choices if it is a strict time constriction)
- Choosing 1-3 goals or outcomes
- Participant participation
- Each goal suggestion is customized based on our pre assessment of your team. We strive to get to know you and your team prior to planning your event.
Goal suggestions:
Get to know one another/Have fun – Let’s play! Get your team together and laugh. sometimes all we need is a good time to bring the team together. Available for company gatherings, team incentives as well as energizers at those long meetings, Oneida Adventures will get your group laughing, thinking and ready for action! A lighthearted approach to learning in a fun environment. Our staff will provide a series of fun yet educational activities that will lift the spirit and inspire the team!
New Team Development Plato said “You can learn more in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.” We prove this theory is true with this unique and lively program. Participate in events that are fun and educational. Leave with a greater comfort and knowledge of your fellow team mates. Feel the power of working together while stimulating your collaborative thought processes.
Growth Mindset – The power of positive thinking is essential in meeting the goals of the team. Create a self fulfilling prophecy of success. It may seem difficult at the time but sometimes the level of creating positive outcomes lies in the limitations or abilities of our own mind. Don’t defeat yourself! Learn how to look at the “what, the so what and the now what.” Setting goals and striving to meet them is essential for the success of the business.
Planning/Goalsetting – Work smarter, not harder. If we have goals and plans on how to accomplish those goals, the success will come. We not only include the concept of doing more with less but also focus on accepting new timelines and new challenges. Use your team as a resource and with collaboration, the impossible is now possible.
Communication – The number one goal that most teams have is to improve the lines of communication. Our tried and true communication development program will expose strengths and limitations in your specific teams communication. Zeroing in on how to improve is essential to the overall success of the team. It all starts with getting on the same page and using the same language. Let’s drop the assumptions and really communicate! Everyone is accountable
Implementing Change – Accepting system and corporate change as well as positive environmental change. All of these combined create a culture change. Like a ripple in a placid pond, positivity spreads and effects every corner of your team. Feel the difference when the team is operating as one whole unit. Enthusiasm and ownership of team goals create success and growth. After an intensive pre-assessment, our skilled facilitators create a custom program that will introduce the change that you can feel. In our processing, we transfer the knowledge to real life situations that your team members can relate to.
Forward thinking – It’s one thing to see the current state of our organization or team. It’s a whole different way of thinking to understand future outcomes of our decisions in an ever-changing environment. How will what we do today affect tomorrows bottom line? What decisions may be best for our forecast and beyond? Allow Oneida Adventures to facilitate programming that will guide the team into assessing the “now” and applying it to the “later.”
Goal oriented operations – It’s no secret that generally the goal of teams is to make revenue, increase sales, or increase operations. However, goal setting is the beginning of a like mindset. We at Oneida Adventures understand it’s the small steps, the objectives, that create success in achieving the overall goals that the team creates. We can assist you in breaking down larger goals into more quick successes, thereby allowing the team to feel that progression. The encouragement they feel while experiencing success will propel the organization to continued success.
Creative outcome mindset – We have our goals, objectives, our enthusiasm and systems in place for success. Things aren’t going as smoothly as expected. The team may experience challenges in their way of thinking. Allow Oneida Adventures staff to facilitate a program surrounding creative thinking. “Thinking out of the box” is a catch phrase that can be overused. We put this notion to practice and show the team that putting your heads together can sometimes make the seemingly impossible, possible!
Sequential systematic progress – How do we get from point A to point Z? Using systems. Often times organizations systems that are in place are designed with the outcome in mind. The problem in meeting the overall goals lie in the steps we take to get there. Underlying issues can be present that may not be detected upon initiating your goals. Using creativity, assessments and custom activities, our staff may be able to pinpoint effective modifications that could ease the roadblocks your team may be encountering.
Operational modification – Does your team need a “system reset?” Sometimes impartial external feedback is what is needed to enlighten a deeply involved staff. When operational discord is present in your team, it is identifiable when participating in our interactive programming. We can be as forthright or candid as you need us to be in our observations. Allow the seasoned, professional staff at Oneida Adventures to provide impartial, success oriented feedback in hopes to enlighten, encourage and increase the unification of your team.
Land Based Adventures
Oneida Adventures is proud to offer many options to keep you active all year round. From warm weather hikes to winter jaunts with or without snowshoes, we offer an abundance of options that take away any excuse for not getting active and staying that way! Explore the land-based adventures section and learn how to improve your activity level with creative activities!
Biking
Noon Biking
Using our bikes and safety equipment or your own, enjoy a brief tutorial to familiarize yourself on biking rules, safety and techniques. Then come along on a bike ride in parks and through safe neighborhoods. Take part in riding up and down sweeping hills, experiencing different terrain trials and settings. Our staff will tailor the bike ride so it is all inclusive. This hour long ride is geared from beginner to intermediate levels of fitness.
Bike Day Tour
Not only do we provide biking experiences at noon, we also offer trips to different locations in the greater Green Bay area. We will transport our bikes and equipment for a partial day ride on some of Green Bay’s scenic trails. Along with our trained staff, we will go through parks, woods, and along the river to enjoy the beautiful landscape of our area.
Hike With Oneida Adventures
Take a break from the daily grind and join us in the great outdoors for a holistic walking experience. We will depart from various locations and spend an hour getting in touch with our mind, body and spirit. Hiking in the woods or on various trails with a group is a proven cure for the mid day doldrums. Spending the noon hour in the present rather than focusing on what has happened or will happen is a great way to become centered and ready to take on the rest of the day.
The insightful staff at Oneida Adventures strive to create a meaningful experience using observations to make your walk as enlightening as possible. meet new people or bring your friends.
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Caving
Curious about what caving is all about? Join Oneida Adventures on a caving adventure. We provide all the equipment that you need to have a great experience exploring one of Wisconsin’s local cave systems. Learn about cave formations, living microorganisms and how the caves are continually being re discovered through gentle removal of earth brought in by the glaciers! This experience is not only educational but is also a blast! Hiking on the gorgeous trails surrounding the caves, experiencing walking, crouching and crawling caves, and enjoying each others company are all part of the allure.
The professional guides at the caves provide insight and information to enhance the experience! You can choose to enter all caves or just those of your choice. Contact us for more information! Dates to be announced!
Snow Shoeing
Snowshoe Tying
Have you ever wanted to tie your own Ojibwa snowshoes? The staff at Oneida Adventures have learned the meticulous art of snowshoe tying and would love to teach you how to tie your own. Come for the 6 session class and learn the progressive technique and walk away with your own set of Ojibwa snowshoes that you get to keep when they are completed. At the end of the sessions, we will offer an opportunity to take a hike with them, weather and conditions permitting.
Snowshoe Hikes
Beat the winter blues by getting out and getting active! Join us on either a noon snowshoe hike or come with us for a day trip for a longer journey. Use your own approved snowshoes or feel free to borrow a set of our commercially manufactured snowshoes. Our staff will guide you through various trails that will enlighten and inspire. We can get your heart rate up by increasing the speed and hills or we can take a relaxing snowy stroll. Dates are seasonal.
Crafting
Get creative with Oneida Adventures! As an individual or with your team, we can provide a fun, educational experience for all. Check out our painting classes as well as many other opportunities.
Water Based Adventures
Oneida Adventures offers opportunities for you to participate in multiple types of aquatic sports. Our skilled and experienced staff have the knowledge keep you informed and provide a safe, fun experience for you and your team/family/friends.
Learn more about our water-based adventures below or by calling (920) 490-3846. Watch for updated flyers for kayaking coming soon!
Introduction to Kayaking class
Learn the Basics
Participants will learn basic kayak skills and maneuvers including paddle strokes, stopping techniques, wet exits, and more!
Oneida Adventures certified staff will ensure you have the skills needed to join us on one of our many opportunities to participate in one of our day trips in the summer months.
Try Kayaking!
This class will prepare adults to join Oneida Adventures in sea kayak tours in the summer months. (*It is not required for recreational kayak tours.) Kayaking is a great way to enjoy the great outdoors and explore Wisconsin’s lakes and rivers; there is a lot to discover!
Adults and youth age 15 and older are welcome to join this interactive class.
*Youth 15 and older must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Watch for more information on how to sign up for one of our informative classes! Pool classes usually run in the late winter/early spring months.
Sea Kayaking
Learn the Basics
Paddle with our experienced instructors on local lakes or sign up for a trip that takes you to the scenic surrounding bodies of water! We will provide instruction on basic paddle strokes, turning, and safe handling of your vessel. Using our equipment or your pre-approved equipment, you will leave your adventure with a renewed appreciation of nature and a connection to the water.
Try Kayaking!
Watch for more information on how to sign up for one of our scenic kayak trips. Paddling the beautiful Oneida Lake or one of the many surrounding rivers or bodies of water can be so much more fun when you are with a great group of people. Lively conversation combined with a knowledgeable staff makes this experience just right for everyone. Oneida Adventures has everything you need to give kayaking a try. Using our boats, life jackets, and safety gear, we will take you on a trip lasting anywhere from one hour to multiple day trips.
Kayak and Canoe Tour and Trips
Bonding Experience
Grab your family and friends and experience the serene rivers in the greater region of Green Bay. Using our canoes and flotation vests and paddles, the knowledgeable tour leaders will inform you of points of interest along the way while providing a safe, fun experience!
Find Your Adventurous Spirit!
Depart from Oneida Adventures or meet us at the pre-designated site to begin your adventure. Ranging from one hour to a full day, We will observe nature from the water. Birds, turtles, fish and mammals curiosities creates an opportunity for us to see them! Canoeing will allow us to experience first hand the peaceful environment that our beautiful local waters lends itself to. Please watch for information on how to join us for a peaceful paddle!
Kayak Fishing
Kayaking and fishing in the same sport? See Oneida Adventures to check this out! Kayak fishing is a great way to incorporate two great sports. The fishing is great on the Oneida Lake. We caught several different types of fish, some of which were catch and release and some were ones we could keep.
Conservation has done a great job of maintain the fish population and the quality of fishing on the lake. Handicap accessible docks are available if you don’t want to kayak. Conservation is looking at expanding the size of the lake. Watch for updates on that. Even if the fish aren’t biting, the wildlife is breathtaking. Eagles, hawks, osprey, turtles, deer and aquatic plants are abundant. Contact us for more information!
Women Specific Programs
Join us on our women’s specific programming designed to empower, relax and stimulate the mind. From multiple day retreats to a quick day trip, our skilled staff make sure that the women that participate have a rich and rewarding experience. During the women’s programming, we provide meaningful experiences that may include kayaking, meditation, massages, a craft activity, time for reflections, a lively campfire with games and much more. All of this will be focused around learning, peace of mind, and female medicine.
Women’s Overnight Experience
For several consecutive years, we have offered a women’s specific gathering at the beautiful Point Beach State Park. In our rented cabin bungalow, we teach about making healthy meal choices, the importance of an active lifestyle and most of all the joy of laughter! We create opportunities to develop a strong camaraderie and bond within the group that sometimes lasts a lifetime!
This year at Point Beach State Park, our program included making natural leaf dishes, hiking along Lake Superior, and a lively campfire with some fine snacks and fun games to accompany it!
Women’s Paddle
Using the power of women, our female facilitators will take you into deep reflection on one of our local bodies of water. We love to meet early in the morning, do a yoga session by the water and watch the sunrise from our boats in a serene setting. Using a mindfulness approach, we navigate while we meditate. Each paddle stroke is purposeful, meaningful and important, just like the women that choose to join us!
