Post Trip Reflection Paper
I signed up early in the summer for the six day long Odyssey 38 Adventure WV. I heard about it through a friend who highly enjoyed their trip. There were 18 students and 4 leaders on my trip. We could only pack a certain amount of items to fit into an 18-gallon tub and I proudly fit all my gear. The whole week felt rustic due to the fact that there was limited toiletries, food was simple, and we slept in tents for a few nights. Overall, I enjoyed the trip and would recommend it to any incoming freshman. We traveled around the state and participated in some of the amazing activities the state offers. I would prefer if the program included the locations we visited on their website so that I could visit them again. We rock climbed, went sight seeing, and somehow smoothly drove the narrow winding roads of West Virginia while hauling a trailer. White water rafting in Ohiopyle was my favorite experience because I get to say that I swam with a poisonous snake. I tackled the ropes courses at the Outdoor Education Center, climbed the most difficult rock face, and stood at the top of Spruce Knob. I really enjoyed the hikes and scenery of the state. There is nothing like it where I am from in northern Ohio.
The program was effective helping me transition to West Virginia University. …show more content…
I did not feel that connection with Morgantown that people always talk about. I was unfamiliar with the geography of the state, information about the state, and the culture. The other kids on my adventure trip who were grew up in Morgantown provided insight to the town and what to expect. By the end of the trip I felt better about being around the state, the culture, and knowing the locations. The trip was helpful, memorable, and rewarding. I met new people and learned a lot about West Virginia University, myself, and how West Virginia is truly wild and
I signed up early in the summer for the six day long Odyssey 38 Adventure WV. I heard about it through a friend who highly enjoyed their trip. There were 18 students and 4 leaders on my trip. We could only pack a certain amount of items to fit into an 18-gallon tub and I proudly fit all my gear. The whole week felt rustic due to the fact that there was limited toiletries, food was simple, and we slept in tents for a few nights. Overall, I enjoyed the trip and would recommend it to any incoming freshman. We traveled around the state and participated in some of the amazing activities the state offers. I would prefer if the program included the locations we visited on their website so that I could visit them again. We rock climbed, went sight seeing, and somehow smoothly drove the narrow winding roads of West Virginia while hauling a trailer. White water rafting in Ohiopyle was my favorite experience because I get to say that I swam with a poisonous snake. I tackled the ropes courses at the Outdoor Education Center, climbed the most difficult rock face, and stood at the top of Spruce Knob. I really enjoyed the hikes and scenery of the state. There is nothing like it where I am from in northern Ohio.
The program was effective helping me transition to West Virginia University. …show more content…
I did not feel that connection with Morgantown that people always talk about. I was unfamiliar with the geography of the state, information about the state, and the culture. The other kids on my adventure trip who were grew up in Morgantown provided insight to the town and what to expect. By the end of the trip I felt better about being around the state, the culture, and knowing the locations. The trip was helpful, memorable, and rewarding. I met new people and learned a lot about West Virginia University, myself, and how West Virginia is truly wild and