Adventure Classroom

This online resource is compiled from Bill and Helen Thayer's lifetime of adventures, to inspire students to embrace integrity, demonstrate courage, and assume responsibility for their actions. Read our entire MISSION STATEMENT

Beautiful 24" x 36" Poster :: We are happy to offer this quality art poster that celebrates the "Spirit of Exploration" that has been the hallmark of Helen & Bill Thayer's lifetime of adventure. The poster is printed in vibrant color on heavy-weight paper. If you order through this website, Helen and Bill will personally sign the poster. Price is only $25 plus shipping of $5.
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Helen has been asked many times how it all began; when she first decided to live a life of adventure and what motivated her to become interested in sharing her adventure stories with students. This article tells the story. Read Article

Bill and Helen Thayer have strengthened their lifelong bond to each other by sharing seemingly impossible challenges. Here in Helen's words are descriptions of two adventures they shared together. Read Article

Spirit of the Serengeti YouTube version (HD)
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Helen Thayer's excellent wildlife photography from Tanzania. Thanks to Jon Sterckx at Drumscapes for the soundtrack.

Three Among the Wolves YouTube version (HD)
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Images and narrative from Helen Thayer's book - Three Among the Wolves. Thanks to Kevin MacLeod at Incompetech for the soundtrack.

Polar Dream Photographs YouTube version (HD)
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Images from Helen Thayer's trek across the Arctic ice to the Magnetic North Pole. Thanks to Kevin MacLeod at Incompetech for the soundtrack.

Read the recent Alaska Airlines Magazine interview with Helen Thayer about the programs underway at Adventure Classroom.

Read the recent article about Helen and Adventure Classroom in Women's Adventure Magazine.

Nomads of the Gobi - Images from Helen and Bill Thayer's trek across the Gobi Desert. Thanks to Kevin MacLeod at Incompetech for the soundtrack. Requires QuickTime.

A Conversation on Planning - Helen Thayer's recent video produced for Russell Investments.

Our Lead Partner - CORDURA® fabric is used in a wide range of products, including luggage, backpacks, boots, military wear and performance apparel. For more information, click the logo to visit the website.

"Thank you" page - for all partners and supporters over the years.

Helen Thayer has been awarded an Affiliate Professor of Geography position, University of Alaska~Fairbanks
Geography Program

"Although kids often see the world in a negative light without hope for their future, we work to inspire them to set goals, plan for success and never give up. There is not only hope, there is a bright future ahead for those who are prepared to set goals and work toward them."
...Helen Thayer