Throughout my trip I had faced challenges, but have striven past and achieved them with the help of my friends, leaders and guides I have gotten to know over these past three weeks in July. I appreciate the wildlife and bioluminescence in Tomales Bay, the potpourri of flowers while backpacking and the unwavering strength of the South Fork American River. Nature's beauty is shared to all and we must continue to keep the environment healthy and pristine with respect, care and responsibility. A memorable moment that stood out to me was learning how to guide the raft with different types of strokes along the river with the help of the river guides. Teamwork and communication is essential to go through the river too. Overall, I hope to continue and discover more of these newfound skills as a leader and raise awareness about our environment by being eco-friendly.

Thank you so much for making this unforgettable adventure happen for me this summer. I wouldn't have been able to discover a new passion for kayaking, rafting, backpacking and developing a much more intimate relationship with nature. I am also very grateful to have met all the amazing, unique and diverse people on this trip.