Join Us in Shelby, Montana and Deep Fork, Oklahoma in 2026 for the Opportunity of a Lifetime

Embark on a journey to majestic Montana for an eco-tourism adventure like none other!

Work alongside Roughneck members, in Big Sky Country with this offer of a unique opportunity for eco-conscious travelers.

During the two-day field experience, you will have the opportunity to measure methane from decades old orphan wells using the latest technology and participate in an actual plugging.

You’ll work on the rig floor and try your hand at roughnecking with our Montana Rig Crew, as they trip pipe in and out of the wellbore, pump cement, gel spacers, and biochar, using the gold standard set by the Well Done Foundation.

 

Volunteers interested in helping us methane leaking wells.
Participants in our previous Summer Camp programs had a blast and learned a lot about environmental protections. We're in the process now of planning the 2026 program, and if you'd like to be notified once tickets are available, sign up here:
Group of people dedicated to plugging abandoned wells
Equipment to plug orphaned wells
volunteer helping fight climate change
Montana sky

A PREVIEW OF LAST YEARS SCHEDULE

Take a look below at what our two summer camp groups got to do last year!

Camp #1: July 23-26, 2024
Shelby, MT

The Bluhm #003 Legacy Oil Well in Toole County, Montana was drilled in September of 1928 to a final depth of 1,560’ into the Madison Lime formation. This well became an Orphan in the early 1990’s when the last operator, Cavalier Petroleum, went out of business and the well formally became the responsibility of the state of Montana.

The Bluhm #003 Orphaned Well has a greenhouse gas emission factor of over 1,000 metric tons of CO2e per year. That environmental impact equals more than 400 automobiles – and we can stop it now!

Camp Itinerary:

July 23, 2024
Arrival

Arrive in Great Falls, MT
WDF will arrange transportation from the airport in Great Falls to the hotel in Shelby, MT

July 24, 2024
Field Day 1

Shelby, MT
Safety orientation, field history and overview, orphan well pre-plugging methane measurement and monitoring, surface restoration

July 25, 2024
Field Day 2

Shelby, MT
Safety briefing, orphan well plugging, post plugging methane monitoring, surface restoration

Depart Shelby, MT after Field Day 2 activities
Transportation provided back to Great Falls for dinner, then to hotel in Great Falls

What’s included:

  • Transportation
    • From Great Falls airport to Shelby
    • All transportation in Shelby
    • Back to Great Falls from Shelby
    • From Great Falls, Holiday Inn Suites to Great Falls airport
  • Accommodations
    • Two nights in Shelby (July 23 & 24) Comfort Inn & Suites (double or single occupancy)
    • One night in Great Falls (July 25 Holiday Inn Suites (double or single occupanacy)
  • Meals
    • July 23: Dinner in Shelby
    • July 24: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Shelby
    • July 25: Breakfast and lunch in Shelby, dinner in Great Falls
  • All safety equipment and training
  • Water and snacks on field days
 

What’s NOT included:

  • Airfare / transportation to or from Great Falls

Camp #2: July 30-August 2, 2024 
Shelby, MT

The Bluhm #004 Legacy Oil Well in Toole County, Montana was drilled in April of 1929 to a final depth of 1,625’ into the Madison Lime formation. This well became an Orphan in the early 1990’s when the last operator, Cavalier Petroleum, went out of business and the well formally became the responsibility of the state of Montana.

The Bluhm #004 Orphaned Well has a greenhouse gas emission factor of over 1,000 metric tons of CO2e per year. That environmental impact equals more than 400 automobiles – and we can stop it now!

Camp Itinerary:

July 30, 2024
Arrival

Arrive in Great Falls, MT
WDF will arrange transportation from the airport in Great Falls to the hotel in Shelby, MT

July 31, 2024
Field Day 1

Shelby, MT
Safety orientation, field history and overview, orphan well pre-plugging methane measurement and monitoring, surface restoration

August 1, 2024
Field Day 2

Shelby, MT
Safety briefing, orphan well plugging, post plugging methane monitoring, surface restoration

Depart Shelby, MT after Field Day 2 activities
Transportation provided back to Great Falls for dinner, then to hotel in Great Falls

What’s included:

  • Transportation
    • From Great Falls airport to Shelby
    • All transportation in Shelby
    • Back to Great Falls from Shelby
    • From Great Falls, Holiday Inn Suites to Great Falls airport
  • Accommodations
    • Two nights in Shelby (July 30 & 31) Comfort Inn & Suites (double or single occupancy)
    • One night in Great Falls (August1) Holiday Inn Suites (double or single occupancy)
  • Meals
    • July 30: Dinner in Shelby
    • July 31: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Shelby
    • August 1: Breakfast and lunch in Shelby, dinner in Great Falls
  • All safety equipment and training
  • Water and snacks on field days
 

What’s NOT included:

  • Airfare / transportation to or from Great Falls
  • Transportation from hotel in Great Falls to the airport for departure

Eco-Adventure with a Purpose: Plug Abandoned Oil & Gas Wells!

Looking for a unique and impactful eco-tourism experience? The Well Done Foundation offers an exciting opportunity to combine adventure travel with environmental stewardship. We hope you can join us on a journey to learn about plugging abandoned oil and gas wells, a critical step in protecting our planet.

Here's what you can expect:

Hands-on learning: Participate in educational workshops and demonstrations with experienced well plugging professionals. Learn about the environmental impact of abandoned wells and the importance of plugging them to prevent methane leaks, air and water pollution.
Adventure travel: Experience the beauty of diverse landscapes where well plugging projects are taking place. This could involve hiking, camping, or exploring remote locations while contributing to a cleaner environment.
Make a difference: Be part of the solution! Your participation directly supports the Well Done Foundation’s efforts to plug abandoned wells and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

 

This eco-tourism experience is perfect for:

Environmentally conscious travelers: Individuals passionate about sustainable travel and making a positive impact.
Outdoor enthusiasts: Those who enjoy adventure and exploration in unique natural settings.
Anyone interested in learning: Individuals curious about the oil and gas industry and its environmental impact.

 

YES! Please have your sales team contact me about purchasing 100 or more carbon credits! 
BUYING CARBON CREDITS

Be a Carbon Hero

Did you know the average person creates 20 metric tons of CO2e every year? 

WDF has created Blue Ribbon Climate Benefit Units™ (CBU Blues) to be sold to individuals and companies to offset their carbon footprints. The current offsets were created by the plugging of the Bluhm #007 (API#25-101-10074) orphan well, completed August 24, 2023, in Toole County, MT. 

  • Obtain CBU Blues in any quantity you like.
  • Receive a WDF registered certificate authenticating your donation.
  • Your donation helps support the funding to plug more orphan wells.
  • Receive special access to scientific data regarding your carbon offset.

Thank You For Your Interest In Acquiring Climate Benefit Units!

Each unit is $25 and represents 1 metric ton of CO2e.

Let’s start with some basic information so we can keep detailed records on carbon credits sold.