Today we interviewed some very inspirational people. We met a judge, a president of a corporation, a poet, a park ranger, an entrepreneur, an executive director of a non-profit, and more. They inspired us to become more involved in our communities, to focus on our passions, and not be distracted by negative influences. Before the […]
Yosemite Creek & Positive Vibes
On our first expedition, we walked alongside Yosemite Creek and rested in several spots. The Creek sustained us: we drank from its water and were shaded by trees lining its banks. Along the Creek we also saw a variety of wildlife: the mountain chickadee, corn lillies, deer, and much more. As Yosemite Creek toppled down […]
From Clouds to Sun: ARC Adventures on the Merced River
Yesterday when we emerged from our tents at basecamp in the early hours, many of us were surprised to see grey clouds and rain. We did our typical routine and loaded up into the vans expecting a frigid, wet raft ride. To all of our surprise though, the sun rose upon our river journey. We […]
Hand in Hand, ARC Teams Explore the Wilderness
Imagine yourself suspended by a rope high above Donner Summit, or hiking a steep mountain pass in Yosemite for the first time. While Sean McAlindin, the Program Coordinator for Adventure Risk Challenge (ARC) in Tahoe, is preparing to lead a team through literacy and leadership experiences in Desolation Wilderness and the Tahoe Basin this summer, […]
Finding Oneself with Dahlia Santiuste
Dahlia Santiuste was at a crossroads when she arrived to the Adventure Risk Challenge (ARC) summer immersion course. She had just completed her senior year of high school in Atwater, CA and was unsure of her future. She had turned down an offer to play softball at a distant east coast college. The local colleges […]
Paulina Gonzalez Launches from ARC into Life
As Paulina launched herself into the first morning of her 40 days of Adventure Risk Challenge, she exclaimed excitedly, “Let the adventures begin!” She had chosen to participate in ARC’s 2013 summer immersion course to improve the many areas she struggled with: writing, fear of heights, opening up to people, and having confidence in herself. […]