Today was a great day for all the kids. This morning and this afternoon EAS and Foothills Jr High took the ropes course challenge here at Camp Wawona. At the camp there are some rugged, old and tall Redwoods and Pine trees that hold a path of courage and challenge for kids and adults. This experience is a chance for kids and adults to push past mental and physical boundaries to learn about self. Such as: "How far can I go? Will I let this fear stop me? Should I take a chance?" To pass this "boundary", each person must choose to do so. No one is forced to go beyond what they are comfortable with. There is earnest encouragement given to those who feel they cannot complete the challenge. Each person is given a "Challenge By Choice" The pictures below are a glimpse into a few of the stages of the Challenge. It was not easy, but it was safe.
Kevin Sacro said this about his experience:
I felt nervous and cold at the beginning of this challenge. The rope bridge made me feel really wobbly and scared, but it was still fun. I am glad that I had a chance to do this and it is over. I am glad that I did not bail out. I made it!
Aaron Dustin said this about his experience:
I really liked this challenge. My legs were really shaking while I was high off the ground. When I got to the end at the swing, I wished a magic bridge would appear so I could get down quickly. It did not. The swing was fun though.
Here are just two of the many stories you may here of today's journey. It is a precursor to tomorrow's hike. When every one had finished the challenge, we discussed how we could apply this experience to our lives. What did they get out of it?
Students said:
Always set goals, hope, don't ever give up, support each other always, you can do what ever you put your mind to, God will help you in any challenge, prayer works, it is not always as bad as it looks, meeting a set goal makes me feel happy
We are all on a "Challenge course" in life. What ever it is. You should not fear this. We have support. John 1:9-13 tells us that we are God's children. Our lives are in the hands of the almighty. He will lead you through your challenge. Trust HIM.
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