Stay tuned for exciting trips & destinations for Summer 2020! 


BOLD/GOLD is an outdoor experiential education program of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga that develops multi-cultural leadership skills in young men and women through wilderness experiences. Our courses are designed to be beginner-friendly with no outdoor experience or equipment necessary! 

Our instructors guide students safely through the iconic American backcountry with lessons in wildnerness skills, working together as a team and how those values can be transferred home and into our communities. Along the way, students make lifelong friends, play games and roast marshmallows around the campfire! 

*Scholarships and financial assistance are available. 
*Space is limited per trip and open on a first come, first serve basis. 

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BOLD/GOLD

Beautiful moments and tons of learning happen on our BOLD/GOLD trips! 

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Our Mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. 

Our Mission to Inclusion: At the YMCA, we strongly believe we should all work together toward achieving a member environment that is welcoming for individuals, regardless of age, religion, abilities, gender or socioeconomic status. To achieve our mission of empowering all people to reach their full potential, the Y is committed to providing an environment that embodies our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.