Take a Hike Student – Billy

By January 22, 2015Modo Spring Run-Off 8k
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Take a Hike Students preparing for an Adventure-based Learning Expedition

Not every student fits into the mainstream school system, but that’s where the Take a Hike Program comes in. Each week leading up to the #Modo8k we’ll meet a new student and hear more about this fantastic program.

Billy“I never felt I belonged at school. It was like a wind tunnel rushing past me. I first started skipping school because my dad was in the hospital and I decided to take on some odd jobs to help support the family. Soon, I dropped out completely and started working at a car dealership and when I missed an opportunity to get an apprenticeship through work because I hadn’t finished high school, I knew something had to change.

“Last year I found Take a Hike and became a part of the first class of students at Take a Hike West Kootenay. I actually attended school, my emotions and moods became more manageable, and I felt like I belonged. My life was changing for the better. I have learned to take control over my life and become a leader of myself and among my classmates. I can’t wait to challenge my friends on our outdays and multi-day trips, and get an education that I feel proud of. I’m excited to gradate with my friends.”

Billy is a current student in the Take a Hike West Kootenay program, which has made great strides in establishing community impact in the region since launching in 2013. Take a Hike guides and empowers youth like Billy to blaze a trail, a positive path with positive outcomes. With Take a Hike’s guidance, every youth will have an opportunity to blaze their own trail–one that is right for them, that empowers them, that gives them survival skills for life.

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We are excited to work with Take a Hike as our Charity Partner at the Modo Spring Run-Off 8k, taking place on March 22 in Stanley Park. Find out more about Take a Hike, plus how to start fundraising, right here. You can also donate directly to Take a Hike while registering for the #Modo8k.