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Bradford
Woods

110 acres of forest, trails, a lake, and high ropes — managed by Indiana University and grounded in a Challenge by Choice philosophy that aligns with everything we believe about leadership.

Bradford Woods,
Indiana University

For 65 years, Bradford Woods has grounded its Adventure Leadership program in a "Challenge by Choice" philosophy — the belief that growth comes from progressive challenge, not pressure. That alignment with how we think about leadership is why we chose it.

The property is a beautifully maintained 2,500-acre campus that includes a lake, extensive hiking trails, a dining hall, and climate-controlled cabins. Every element of the MPLR weekend — from Japji Sahib hikes at dawn to high ropes in the afternoon — is designed for this setting.

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🦅 Fun fact: Bradford Woods is home to two resident bald eagles.

Location
Martinsville, Indiana · 25 minutes from Indianapolis airport
Property
2,500 acres · Lake, hiking trails, dining hall, climate-controlled cabins
Program Philosophy
Challenge by Choice · Professionally-trained IU instructors lead every session
Retreat Dates
Oct 9–12, 2026 · Friday evening through Monday midday
What's Included
All meals, lodging, and programming · $325 per youth

Make a College Visit
While You're Here

Consider adding a day or two to visit nearby campuses. Bradford Woods puts you within easy reach of several strong universities.

IU Bloomington
25 minutes south
Indiana University's flagship campus — one of the largest in the country.
Butler University
45 minutes north
Liberal arts university in Indianapolis — known for undergraduate focus.
Purdue University
90 minutes north
Top-ranked engineering and sciences university in West Lafayette.
Applications are open for October 2026.

30 spots. A 3-day experience that plants something lasting.

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