Growing up with Overland
The Group Makes the Trip
because of the great group environments I’ve been a part of in each of my five summers. I’ve made so many core memories with those groups. Some things are just impossible to explain to friends back home, like the bond you share with friends made at Overland and the countless inside jokes that only my groupmates and I can share.”
Our Goal for Students
At every level, Overland trips offer thoughtfully planned
itineraries, age-appropriate challenges, and supportive
groups with great leadership.
But as students grow, there’s always a next step to take:
one week away from home turns into two or three. You
can try backpacking, learn to whitewater kayak, or study
a foreign language. You may take a flight without your
parents or travel overseas for the first time.
Kids who have been on multiple Overland adventures
know, with each new trip, you become part of a unique
group. Your experience is just you, your leaders, and eleven
other students in a specific time and place. That’s as big
as Overland ever is. It allows you to be your genuine self
as you build bridges to a diverse set of new friends.
Isla's Advice
Isla knows what it’s like to take on a new challenge on an Overland trip; her five trips have pushed her in different ways and required learning new skills each time. She also knew that her groups would always support her. Her advice to returning and new Overland students: “Even if you’re not the most experienced hiker or camper, just go for it! Your group (and leaders) will help push you and teach you new skills that are helpful in everyday life.”
It gets to the core of Overland’s mission: building our students up, one powerful experience at a time, as they flourish into confident, curious, and capable young adults.
“I’ve certainly improved my backpacking skills, but I’ve also experienced personal growth and leared how to work in a group environment. I’ve become more independent, including making meals, managing daily chores, and even flying alone internationally.”
Ali
|Alpine Challenge
Wylie
|Language & Hiking Spain
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