Outward Bound was such a memorable experience. Even though I was one of the only Hispanics there, I felt comfortable with my group members. On this trip we had to carry huge backpacks while hiking several miles each days. This trip really pushed me physically and mentally, but I stuck through it and and surpassed my own expectations. In the beginning, I really thought it was going to be a walk in the park but on the first day of hiking I really began to have second thoughts. Through the challenges I was able to reflect on who I was as a person. In the program we climbed two peaks. On the first peak, I was super scared and one of the last to make it. I thought that I was not going to be capable of doing a second one, but by the end of the second one I was one of the first to the top and climbed a peak called Electra that was over 12,000 feet tall. This program really helped me overcome personal adversities and it helped me appreciate the things I have at home. I feel like this program really improved my social and leadership skills, and I also made some new friends. This program really had a big impact on me, and it is an experience I will never forget.

I am really excited and looking forward to attending Outward Bound. I chose to apply to Outward Bound because I really wanted to do something outside during the summer. Since Outward Bound includes backpacking, this was a great choice that filled my needs for this summer. Outward Bound will really push me to overcome adversities both physically and mentally. Also, this program will help me improve my leadership skills as well as my social skills. I am really looking forward to being outside in the mountains and getting away from technology. This program will help me enjoy what nature gives us by limiting the technology I use. Overall, I am looking forward to a memorable experience with Outward Bound.