Testimonials

The following testimonials are from Teen Wilderness Adventures participants and their parents.

Reed
“The trip was a great experience.  I did things I never thought I’d do. I learned a lot about nature, hiking and the people around me.  I plan to do a trip again next summer.”

Connie
"On my backpack trip I learned that seeing different sites isn't the only good thing about hiking. Meeting new people was great, and I had two wonderful instructors. I have a lot of fun memories!"

Evan
“I learned wilderness medical skills that will stay with me for the rest of my life. I improved my abilities as a hiker and climber, and I learned that I love whitewater kayaking.”

Leah
“I learned a lot! The instructors knew exactly what they were doing and were friendly. I will remember all of the memories but most of all, when we finally got up to the top of that rock.”

Katie
“I loved pretty much everything on my trip – it was planned really well, the leaders were amazing and the different activities were really fun.”

Violet
“My instructors were amazing – positive, motivated, caring, hilarious and competent.”

Nick
“I learned so much about being out in the woods. We backpacked for 6 days in and out of the Caribou Speckled Wilderness into Maine, learning Leave No Trace ethics. I really enjoyed my time with our instructors.”

Parents of Alumni

Minerva
“We want to thank everyone involved in this great summer program. Our son is home and really happy! Next year we might send you two teenagers. Please give our thanks to the instructors – they did a great job!”

Marie
“Our son, Bill, really grew as a person during this trip.”

David
“I want to thank the AMC for your Teen Wilderness programs. My daughter had a fabulous time. The outdoors has become an important part of who she is and AMC has played a significant role in her development.”

Will
“My daughter was absolutely spouting with great stories of what a fantastic time she had. The group bonded immediately. They were encouraging to each other as they tried new things.”

Fran
“Last summer’s Teen Wilderness Adventures trip was fantastic. My daughter is still in touch with everyone and she was inspired during the trip to design an independent study in nature literature and writing this past fall. She also started an outing club at her high school.”