

NOVA Wilderness Orientation Program
Nova trips are designed to support the transition to college life at Unity by emphasizing personal growth, building social connections, and promoting environmental stewardship. Nova trips are small group wilderness experiences that include:
A wide selection of outdoor adventure activities
Community-building games and initiatives
Discussion circles (often accompanied by delicious camp cooking!)
Service projects which provide students a chance to give back to the wild & scenic places they’ll be exploring
Students can expect to be actively involved with all aspects of the trip including planning, cooking and other camp related responsibilities, decision making and risk management. All new students are required to participate in NOVA because is foster's significant growth and makes for a smooth transition into life at Unity College.
If you have any questions please call Nancy Zane, Interim Director of Adventure Experiences at
207-948-3131 ext. 223 or email nzane@unity.edu