Why did you want to come on this trip? 10 reasons/goals

1. I love the outdoors
2. I like hiking
3. I like being around other people
4. I love nature
5. I like to learn about wildlife
6. I like the view
7. I like how quiet it is
8. Being up on the mountains makes me feel complete
9. I thought it would be a good experience
10. To get in touch with God

3 fears
One fear that I have is if I brought all the right gear. I have been backpacking before and it was horrible because you don't have the right stuff. Some of the other fears I have are getting along with other students. I don't worry about that much. I think we have a good group. My last fear is getting bad weather.

How were you challenged today?

I was challenged in many way today. I am used to going and getting things done. On the hike we stopped so many times. I was getting mad. I had to ask God to calm me down. I also was challenged to take a bigger load than I though. I am so used to going backpacking prepared. It made me mad that I had to carry their stuff. The last way I was challenged by having to talk and encourage people. I don't like to talk while I hike. I like to listen to God and to nature. I really had to push myself to talk.