Heidi's EXperience
Heidi is the oldest our of three children. We currently live in Brookline, MA but have previously lived in San Francisco, CA and Williamstown, MA. We enjoy hiking, watching movies, and making pancakes on weekend mornings.
Growing Confidence
“For a 10-year-old to make the shift, even occasionally, from “how can I do this?” to “how can we do this?” is truly special.”
My Child’s Experience
We hoped Overland would be an opportunity for Heidi to have fun and make new friends who are passionate about exploring the outdoors. We also wanted her to have a unique experience, different from something we could accomplish as a family. Yes, we could go on similar hikes and do similar activities, but there is something special about being with peers from different places and backgrounds and finding camaraderie in shared
growth and development
We love that Overland trips can be an opportunity to make lifelong friends with folks you would not otherwise cross paths with. We particularly like the scope of the “adventure” trips and the opportunities for younger kids. The activities are appropriately challenging, but accessible, and there is plenty of fun mixed in. We like that part of the challenge isn’t necessarily getting to the top of the mountain, but getting the whole group to the top, acknowledging other’s strengths and weaknesses in order to succeed together.
on being far from home
This trip was the first time Heidi has been away from family–for two weeks no less–so that was a big part of the experience. She is used to hiking and camping, but only with family. Having three leaders to look up to and a group of similar age peers was a new experience for her. After the trip, Heidi seems to have a greater sense of independence and confidence. She also seems to take more pride in her accomplishments, even just with everyday things.
Aditi & Krisha
|Alpine Explorer
Adam
|Rocky Mountain Expedition
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