The Adolescents spent the last week of September on a Mad Dog excursion through Southern Illinois. It was a great opportunity for the group to spend time deepening their relationship with each other, and in turn, forming a community in which risk-taking is encouraged and problems are solved with vigor. Through a deep understanding of each other, we can share in each other’s joys and triumphs, as well as support each other when times get tough. There were certainly challenging moments on the trip, but the adolescents met each challenge with positivity and smiles.

If you would like to read more about how risk-taking in nature improves executive functioning skills in children of all ages, check out this article from The Children and Nature Network.

Enjoy this glimpse into the trip.