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Welcome Heather & Tanya

As we step into a new chapter here at ARC, we are feeling hopeful and excited to welcome two new members to our team: Heather, our new Development Director, and Tanya, our new Program Facilitator in the Tahoe Region.While their roles at ARC are different, both Heather and Tanya share a deep belief in creating […]

How 11 Days in Nature Changed Everything for Joseluis

On July 8th we wrapped up our first 11-day Stepping Stone Course of the summer – a powerful journey that blended outdoor adventure, writing, community, and self-discovery. Our students faced challenges on the trail, reflected deeply through journaling, and built lasting connections with nature and each other. Today, we’re honored to share a story from […]

Welcoming Our New Executive Director

Welcoming Our New Executive Director ARC is growing! With Bree joining as Executive Director and Sarah shifting to Director of Development and Finance, we’re building a stronger and more sustainable team for the future. Dear ARC Community, The ARC Board of Directors is excited to announce that Breann (Bree) Lindsey has been selected as ARC’s […]

Becoming

By Sebastian “Cam” Ortiz Briones I am a seedling,Sprouted from various plants,Unknown to who I am, a plant with no name.Nourished by the giver, water.I quickly learned I was unique, my own plant.No book knew of me; I was undefined,Careless and free, just a seedling by the bank.I was given water to grow like my […]

Strong Legs and Willpower

by Yaritza Macias Chavez I already knew I could do hard things before coming to ARC. The horrors of high school and living as a teenager in the digital age has proved that many times. What I didn’t know was how much I still had to learn and push myself. I thought my hardest challenge […]