Listen to what students are taking away from their journey this summer on LDW!
Peter and Jamie on our summit attempt day.
Peter:The most valuable thing from this summer was probably gaining confidence and competence in many of the skills that I learned on the trip. It was also extremely valuable for me to get away from the distractions of normal, everyday life. I wish I could replicate that more often. I find myself being pulled in many different directions all the time and I am often kept from focusing on what is really important. LDW really was good in helping me to not be distracted.
CaseyCasey:
Well, it's been a few weeks since my Wyoming backpacking trip and I'm still adapting back to the real world. Although my trip was full of physical and mental struggles it was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Every day was filled with work but every day I learned something new about myself. Shortly after I set out on this trip the ten participants and I formed a very strong bond with each other (because we had to depend on each other for a lot of things constantly!). We pushed ourselves through tough times by encouraging each other and "carrying each other's weight". We also had lot of time for personal reflection. During this time I thought back back on times in my life where I've made poor decisions and why I made them. I also thought a lot about where my life is headed and I realized that God has a big plan for me. This trip was made possible by the gifts and support from my friends and family. Thank you for helping me grow up a little bit and learn important lessons.
Well, it's been a few weeks since my Wyoming backpacking trip and I'm still adapting back to the real world. Although my trip was full of physical and mental struggles it was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Every day was filled with work but every day I learned something new about myself. Shortly after I set out on this trip the ten participants and I formed a very strong bond with each other (because we had to depend on each other for a lot of things constantly!). We pushed ourselves through tough times by encouraging each other and "carrying each other's weight". We also had lot of time for personal reflection. During this time I thought back back on times in my life where I've made poor decisions and why I made them. I also thought a lot about where my life is headed and I realized that God has a big plan for me. This trip was made possible by the gifts and support from my friends and family. Thank you for helping me grow up a little bit and learn important lessons.
Josh instructs Casey on map and compass techniques.
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