Explore, Connect, Discover
YMCA Adult Trips offer a mix of travel opportunities for adults who want connection, culture and adventure. From local outings in the Fox Cities to comfortable bus tours and flight-based getaways, each trip is thoughtfully planned so you can enjoy the experience without handling every detail yourself. Trips are designed for a range of interests, ages, activity levels and mobility levels, with opportunities to discover new places and build friendships along the way. Join a welcoming group of fellow travelers and let the YMCA help you enjoy the journey.
Choose Your Next Adventure
FOREVERWELL Trips include local field trips, one-day bus trips, overnight bus trips and flight-based travel opportunities. Adult field trips are local outings designed to explore the Fox Cities area. Transportation is not provided for adult field trips, and participants are responsible for meeting at the trip location at the designated time. Adult field trips are typically $3 per trip and registration is available online or at the Member Services Desk of any YMCA of the Fox Cities location.
Adult bus trips are developed by the FOREVERWELL Department and are designed for a wide range of interests, ages, activity and mobility levels. Most bus trips include deluxe motorcoach transportation unless otherwise noted. Motorcoaches may include a restroom, climate control, reading lamps, extra head and legroom, panoramic passenger windows, reclining seats, cargo bays and above-head storage.
Registration for 2026 one-day bus trips begins Monday, February 16, 2026. A paid registration is required to secure a seat, and trips may fill quickly. Participants may register in person with cash, check or credit card at any YMCA of the Fox Cities location, or online with a credit card. Detailed trip information is emailed before the trip date in a confirmation letter.
Flight-based trips provide one-of-a-kind travel adventures in the U.S. and internationally. These trips bring the community together through an organization participants know and trust, with planned excursions, time to relax and opportunities to personalize the experience. For additional information about flight-based travel, contact Kate Yates at 920.886.2105 or gro.seiticxofacmy@setayk.
How Registration Works
Trip registration and payment requirements vary by trip type. Review the trip details carefully before registering, and make sure your YMCA account has current contact information.
Choose Your Trip
Browse local field trips, one-day bus trips, overnight bus trips and flight-based travel options. Review activity levels, dates, departure details and what is included.
Register & Pay
A paid registration is required to secure a seat for bus trips. One-day bus trips may be registered for online or in person at any YMCA of the Fox Cities location.
Watch for Details
One-day bus trip participants receive a confirmation email with trip-specific information before the trip date. Overnight bus trips include a mandatory pre-trip meeting at a YMCA branch.
Review Policies
Cancellation policies vary by trip type. One-day trips may allow refunds up to two weeks before the trip date, while cancellation policies for overnight trips vary by trip.
2026 Bus Trips
The 2026 Adult Bus Trip season includes theater experiences, sporting events, cultural day trips, nature excursions, shopping, lake tours and holiday events.
Scheduled one-day trips include:
- Fireside Dinner Theater: Hairspray
- Farm Fresh Fun & Greenhouse Magic
- Door County Trolley Lighthouse Tour
- Milwaukee Brewers Game Day
- Discover Milwaukee’s Charm
- Wild Wisconsin
- Lake Geneva Mailboat Adventure
- Shop, Savor and Sail in Waupaca
- Ring of Fire
- Brunch & Underground Adventure
- Holy Hill Arts & Crafts Fair
- Discover Culture & History Chicago Day Trip
- Christmas on the Farm
- Fireside Dinner Theater: A Christmas Story
Each trip listing should include the trip date, activity level, what is included and a Learn More or registration link. Registration for 2026 one-day bus trips begins Monday, February 16, 2026.
Trips FAQs
Adult Trips include local field trips, one-day bus trips, overnight bus trips and flight-based travel opportunities.
No. Adult field trips are local outings, and transportation is not provided. Participants are responsible for meeting at the trip location at the designated time.
Add your name to the waitlist in case there are cancellations. The Y may add additional buses to trips with extensive interest if available.
Trips will continue “rain or shine” unless the transportation company determines that it is unsafe to transport passengers. In this case, the trip may be rescheduled and/or a credit will be issued.
Gratuity is included unless otherwise noted.
For adult field trips and bus trips, contact Julie Swiecichowski at 920.886.2177 or gro.seiticxofacmy@ikswohciceiwsj. For flight-based trips, contact Kate Yates at 920.886.2105 or gro.seiticxofacmy@setayk.
Bus Trips FAQs
Registration for 2026 one-day bus trips begins Monday, February 16, 2026. Registration will not be available before that date.
Most bus trips include deluxe transportation unless otherwise noted. Trip listings may also include admissions, tickets, meals, tours and gratuities depending on the specific trip.
Not all transportation vendors can accommodate wheelchair-accessible vehicles for all trips. Persons who require assistance must be accompanied by a paid participant who is fully responsible for that person. The YMCA of the Fox Cities and its volunteers may not physically lift participants into transportation vehicles, nor provide special individual assistance to participants for walking or other personal care needs.
Participants must be 18 years of age or older to register for most trips unless otherwise noted.
The Y charters transportation locally from Lamers Bus Lines or Kobussen Buses.
FOR ONE DAY BUS TRIPS: Before your trip, you will receive a confirmation email that will include specific trip-related information and any itinerary updates.
FOR OVERNIGHT BUS TRIPS: Prior to trip departure, a mandatory pre-trip meeting will be hosted at a Y branch. There you will receive itineraries and any other final details.
For special health or dietary requests, please notify Julie Swiecichowski as soon as possible.
Walkers are permitted but the Y does not provide them, and walkers can be stored under the coach.
Oxygen tanks need special securing so advance notice must be provided (minimal AC power is available).
