Learning Goals

Challenge By Choice

One of the most powerful lessons learned involves the use of choice. Coaxing young people into doing a difficult task or element teaches them only that they can be talked into doing something that may feel uncomfortable.

On the other hand, helping students see that they have the right and ability to choose their level of challenge, and how to assess what is and isn’t an appropriate level of challenge, teaches them how to make positive decisions for life.

Learning Goals

1. To increase the student’s sense of personal confidence.
2. To increase mutual support within a group.
3. To develop abilities that contribute to group decision-making and leadership.
4. To foster appreciation and respect for differences existing within the group.
5. To develop an appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of real problem-solving.
6. To develop an increased familiarity and identification with the natural world.

Strong Facilitation

A facilitator does not add or subtract from a process, but keeps the team focused and moving in a positive direction.

An effective facilitator is like a catalyst in a chemical reaction. When the catalyst is added, it accelerates a reaction and encourages the formation of a new compound.

Our Staff

Educators know that curiosity, motivation, inspiration and adrenalin are powerful catalysts for learning to take place. Our activities embody all of these. More importantly, while our activities are fun and engaging, our facilitators understand they have a vital role to play to ensure successful outcomes.