There’s no greater gift for teenagers today than sending them to Adventure Treks. Being unplugged from social media and society’s pressures is good for the soul. Simultaneously being immersed in the incredible outdoors with amazing people from around the country is even better. Add amazing instructors and… boom! “Intentional” is the word I usually find myself using to describe AT. Just about anyone can make a nice website and throw in some quotations about current research that sound smart, but you guys walk the talk. The work you do is real and deep and important on so many levels.

It was Sabrina who decided all things Adventure Treks. We support it because we love how it empowers her and enables her to see life beyond our “concrete jungle.” There is no substitute for this experience. AT allows Sabrina to experience the outdoors in all its glory while actually learning about self-reliance, planning, leadership, team goals, and so much more. Most important, it’s all done without electronics! And someone is always there in the office to answer any questions and/or concerns.

I asked our daughter if she should consider a college prep summer program. Her answer was, “how many kids my age have climbed Mt. Shasta?” She was right—her four summer experiences at Adventure Treks have given her such confidence and resiliency, something no college prep can even try to imitate. AT has given her lifetime friendships that will define her life’s path.

My son returned because he loved the first two trips he took—he loved the activities, the challenges, and especially the community and friends he made. Even though Hudson was pushed harder than he ever has been in his life this year in Alaska, he loved it. The community was his favorite part of AT—the shared experience has made for incredibly close friendships. His least favorite part is that it’s over.

My son loves the community and activities of the trips. We love the experience it gives him: being part of a small community that relies on each other to accomplish tasks, overcome challenges, and create and keep a positive and fun environment. And it’s all face-to-face—no electronics! Your levels of service, organization, communication, etc. are so amazing—thank you for setting the bar so high. And thanks for making yet another Adventure Treks a trip of a lifetime. It’s amazing to me that after each trip, Casey says it was the best on yet! Kudos to you all for achieving this!