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.
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.
