Vision and Philosophy

Appleseed Expeditions was named after John Chapman (also known as Johnny Appleseed), who used his passion as an orchardist to provide food for those in need. He planted nearly 100,000 acres of apple tree orchards in the NW territory of the US in the late 1700’s so new settlers and the impoverished would have food during harsh winters.  He desired to use what he had been given (his passion & education) to improve the lives of people around him. 
Like Johnny Appleseed, we too share in the same desire to help others.  Appleseed Expeditions was birthed with a vision of providing an outlet for students to gain inspiration and passion for the world and the people in it.  We are planting seeds of service in the lives of students so they too can use their passions, talents, and education to serve our global communities.

What we do

Appleseed Expeditions partners with educators to provide trips for students that incorporate learning, adventure and service.  Our guides teach on a range of subjects in the field such as ecological sustainability, rainforest symbiosis, and leadership through service.  Students have an adventurous time kayaking among bioluminescence organisms, snorkeling along coral reef, and canopy rides through the rainforest.  Watch lives being changed as hope blooms when students assist our Appleseed service projects.  They will be doing things like tutoring orphaned children, building daycare centers for impoverished communities, and planting coral that’s become endangered along the FL Keys.  

 

Travel done in Excellence

At Appleseed Expeditions we take a close look at every detail of each program to strive for excellence.  This means we go to great lengths to make sure every aspect of our trips are of exceptional quality and professionalism.  Every element is reviewed on a yearly basis to look for ways we can improve.  Feedback is always encouraged and surveys are completed by our travelers to ensure we are exceeding their expectations.