The Eagle

OA Reunion and Accreditation

by Mark Braun, Head of School

 This spring will long be remembered as a monumental season for The Outdoor Academy.   More than a year ago, we began making preparations for two important rites of passage in the life of our school.   Remarkably, both events will come to pass within one short week – the first week of April.  

On April 3rd, 4th, and 5th, The Outdoor Academy will be visited by an accreditation team from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.   The visiting educators and school administrators are charged to evaluate the quality of our academic and community program, and to examine our plans for improvement over the next five years.   In preparation for the visit, faculty members, administrators, alumni, alumni families, and trustees have collaborated to conduct a thorough examination of the school’s strengths and challenges. I would like to thank any readers who completed surveys or served on research committees as part of this self-study.   It seems appropriate that former Assistant Head of School Julie Holt Williams was at the helm for this initiative, as she possesses a deep knowledge of our school and an abiding commitment to its mission.   Completion of the accreditation process will give us additional cause for the grand celebration planned for the end of the week.

As many of you are well aware, The Outdoor Academy will celebrate ten years of experiential education, wilderness adventure, and community living with a day-long celebration on Saturday, April 9th.   The event will be a homecoming reunion for those who created sweet memories and mile-markers for personal growth in the company of strangers who became like family.   For many, it may be surprising to realize that some 460 high school students have endured “morning chores” over the past 19 semesters.   These students represent more than 65 public high schools, over 90 independent schools, and roughly 26 states and foreign countries.     Each semester created a unique intellectual, social and spiritual community, but all semesters are bound together by their common calling – to know themselves and the world around them in a profound way.

The day will invite former students to reminisce and relive some of their Outdoor Academy experiences.  Great food, creative adventure, and a healthy measure of work crew will be available to one and all.   Family members are encouraged to come along as well – special programs for parents and siblings will be offered.   Games on the athletic field and a grand cookout will bring in the twilight.   The evening will allow for an “open mic” session, heartfelt recognition for faculty members, and the largest goodnight circle The Outdoor Academy has ever seen.

For our faculty, the event is a special opportunity to reconnect with former students, many of who have evolved into dear friends.   Alumni from the early years have gone on to accomplish amazing things.   For example, some have served those in need abroad, undertaken entrepreneurial ventures, become owners of their first home, earned advanced degrees, written for newspapers and magazines, assumed positions of corporate leadership, and hiked the great trails of North America.   Just as worthy of mention are our recent alumni, who have returned to high school to resume their studies while volunteering locally, initiating new organizations, involving themselves in politics, and promoting our program to their younger schoolmates.   All of these endeavors are worthy and they make all who work with The Outdoor Academy proud to have been part of their development.

For those who have spent years at The Outdoor Academy, as I have, it is wonderful to see that the seasons truly do go round and round – literally and metaphorically.   I think it is remarkable that this year, two distinguished Outdoor Academy alumni have returned to Hart Road to teach and mentor students who are now ten years their juniors.   We have taken our recycling ethic to a new level, harvesting the fruit of our labor of love.   This is a sure sign that the program has come of age.

And now, as we enter into our teenage years, we do so with confidence and vision.   May the next phase of our development allow us to continue our mission with the growing support of the extended Outdoor Academy community.   

Click on the following links and print 2005 Reunion information:

• 2005 Reunion Registration Form
• Lodging Options
• Dress and Appearance Codes

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ACA to Visit Camp

This summer ENC will be visited by some special guests: representatives of the American Camp Association (ACA). Almost 100 years old, the ACA is dedicated to ensuring quality camp programs. An ACA-accredited camp must “meet up to 300 standards for health, safety, and program quality,” according the ACA web site.

Eagle’s Nest joined the ACA in1977 and attained accreditation shortly thereafter. Our last accreditation visit took place in 2002, and we look forward to our visit this summer.   Accreditation time is an opportunity to review our facility and procedures, and make sure that we are meeting the highest standards in our programs.   Once safety is established, the fun can begin.

For more information about the ACA, please visit www.acacamps.org.

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The Raising of Cabin 10

by Noni Waite-Kucera  

A temporary spring thaw is upon us and finally the footings of Cabin 10 can be poured!   Since the tearing down of the original Cabin 10 in November, we have climbed up and over many permit and building code hurdles and now have the official go ahead to begin work.

As of this writing, The Outdoor Academy Work Crew is working hard cleaning out the footing holes, tying rebar and readying for the concrete.   It is a wonderful sight to see the current students assisting in the building of the future home for students and campers yet to come to Eagle’s Nest.   I am sure there will be many more work crews helping with this project before the semester is done!

When complete, this new cabin will house up to 10 OA students each semester and 16 campers in the summer.   The primary heat source will continue to be a wood stove, and big windows, removable in the summer, will allow for good airflow and ventilation in the warmer months.   A covered front porch will allow for dirty shoes to stay outside, rain or shine! Staff quarters within the cabin will house up to three summer staff and provide ample room for the OA resident to create a nine-month home.

To date we have raised $28,614 specifically earmarked for this project.   Thanks to everyone who has already pitched in as the “work crew” to raise this amount.   With a total projected cost of $72,000 for this new facility, we still could use your help.   Any gift toward this project will go far in helping Eagle’s Nest Foundation continue its mission with the young people who will live in this cabin throughout the years ahead, starting this summer.  

If you would like to learn more or make a tax deductible donation please contact us at (336) 761-1040.

	Cabin 10 ready to Go!
	Kyle has done the deed.
	Farewell Dear Friend

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AT Trek: The Original Hante

The Best Hante Ever:

Thoughts from the Hante Director

Planning a Hante is no easy task – believe me, it’s what I do. For the last year I have been working on this upcoming summer’s trips. I’ve been on the phone with people in Alaska and Australia. Reservations have been made, dozens of flights have been booked, and I’ve spent enough time in front of my computer to develop a lasting friendship with it. Yet, however many times I talk to people about the program, about the amazing destinations that Eagle’s Nesters are going to be traveling to this summer, I find myself always telling them about the best Hante we offer – AT Trek.

Please don’t get me wrong.   Hantes to Mexico, Australia, and Costa Rica are all amazing trips, but they still can’t compare to the original. The AT Trek began the Hante program, and still to this day it is the cornerstone of our program. Ever year we offer this experience to our youth so that they may have the opportunity to discover its power and feel this depth of accomplishment. Over the course of my time as the Hante Director, I have had the privilege of dropping off Trek groups at the trail head and witnessing their profound transformations upon picking them up 100 miles later. Each time I’ve driven home a Trek group, I can feel the power of their sense of accomplishment, the bond of their community, and yes, their desire to take a shower. As an outdoor educator, this scene emits sheer beauty.

Can I be honest with you for a second? If you’ve continued to read on I’ll assume your answer is yes. In comparison to Australia or Oregon or Mexico, the AT lacks glamour.   It doesn’t scream with flamboyancy, and frankly, it doesn’t fulfill a teenager’s initial desire to travel to the “most, coolest place ever!!!” However, in its simplicity and in its challenge, the AT Trek Hante offers more of what Eagle’s Nest is about.  

The AT Trek asks that each participant have the strength, determination, and willingness to backpack the course of 100 miles.   No one else can do that for you – you accomplish it, one step at a time. And the magic of this transformation exists within the community of people who share the experience. Backpacking along the AT provides time for sincere friendships to form through the challenges of the day and the magical and often humorous moments the trail provides. This journey will take you to amazing destinations to meet wonderful people, to witness an incredible culture, and to visit places within yourself that you may not have realized existed.

Most of all, the AT Trek mimics life, and through its twists and turns, rugged up-hills, blissful down-hills, rewarding views, and long, tiring days, this is a journey that teaches everyone the power of drive, of heart, and of community. I’m not sure where the Hante school will travel, or what destinations we will choose, but I do know that the AT Trek will forever be the best Hante.

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Welcome Charles Disney

 Eagle’s Nest Camp is very excited to welcome Charles Disney as our new Assistant Camp Director. Charles comes to Eagle’s Nest with a long history of attending and working with summer camps, starting with his first experience as a 7-year-old Cub Scout at a pirate-themed day camp and leading to the last 5 years during which he worked for another residential summer camp in North Carolina. Charles has a wealth of experience with summer camps and great enthusiasm to bring his ideas and energy to Eagle’s Nest.

Charles began working for Eagle’s Nest right after the New Year. In just a few months, he has already traveled throughout Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Virginia, meeting campers and prospective campers at slide shows and camp fairs. Charles has enjoyed learning more about Eagle’s Nest during his travels. When I recently asked Charles what he has most enjoyed about his experiences working with Eagle’s Nest he replied, “The thing I’ve enjoyed most has been meeting numerous Eagle’s Nest campers and their families. Everyone has made me feel like a part of the family right away.”

As Assistant Director for Eagle’s Nest, one of Charles’s primary responsibilities is marketing and promoting Eagle’s Nest Camp. In addition to traveling throughout the Southeast to promote Eagle’s Nest, Charles has also been busy brainstorming ways to get the word out about the spectacular programs Eagle’s Nest offers. One of his goals is to fill camp to capacity this year and next. Given that we still have openings in Session I and III, and in some of our Hantes, he could use your help doing that. If you would like to bring some friends together and host an Eagle’s Nest Camp presentation, or if you have others ideas for Charles, please give him a call. I know that he would enjoy getting to know you and that he’d be thankful to you for any help that you can give.

After working hard to make preparations for the summer, Charles is looking forward to packing up and heading to Camp. “There’s a lot of stuff I’m looking forward to: teaching an activity, meeting everyone, etc., but what I’m most looking forward to is the inevitable moment when I get lost at camp and am forced to ask a camper where I’m supposed to go.”

We’ve all enjoyed getting to know Charles and his sense of humor. And we’re looking forward to showing him around camp and introducing him to more of the Eagle’s Nest Family.  

Charles in Profile

• Charles is an Eagle Scout
• Charles sent the majority of his childhood growing up in Arizona
• Charles graduated from NYU with a degree in film and English
• Charles was an intern for the Conan O’Brien show
• Charles like cats, but doesn’t like Brussels sprouts

How to Help Charles

The first five people to respond will receive a special “prize”:

• Host a camp party this spring
• Tell your friends about ENC (Charles can send you view books)
• Send your friends to our new web page (www.enf.org)
• Call Charles and let him know what ideas you have for promoting Eagle’s Nest
• Introduce yourself to Charles and let him know how you can help him promote Eagle’s Nest Camp

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Charles’ Challenge to Campers

The first five people to respond will receive a special “prize”:

Hi to all the Nesters out there! I'm looking forward to meeting everyone at camp this summer. Since I know you guys are anxiously counting the days until your session, I'll give you something you can do to fill that time. You will need the following items for this project. This is a complicated list, so be ready to spend a lot of time looking.

THE LIST:

A long piece of rope or string.

OK, now that you have your material, we're ready to begin.

Take your rope/string and tie an overhand knot. “Whoa there, rope boy, what's an overhand knot?” you ask. It may sound complicated, but an overhand knot is the first thing you do when you tie your shoe in the morning. Bring the ends of the rope together, pull one side under the other one, and pull both ends until tight. Like so:

I drew that diagram myself. And by “drew that diagram” I mean “found it on the Internet.”

“This activity was too easy!” I can hear you complaining. Lucky for you, we’re only halfway done.

Now that you know how easy it is to tie an overhand knot, your task is to take your string and tie an overhand knot WITHOUT LETTING GO OF THE ROPE/STRING. That means the entire time you are tying the knot, you can’t let go of your rope/string. No switching hands, no “1 second releases.” Not so easy now, is it?

Luckily, you’ve got a couple months to figure it out. Here’s the deal I’ll make you: the first five campers in each session that can find me (Charles Disney, Assistant Director) and show me how to tie an overhand knot without letting go of their rope will get…

The World’s Largest Ball of Twine!!

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Ascending Cerro Chiripó in Costa Rica

by Walter Kucera

Note: A fictional essay based on Hante Costa Rica 2004

As the sun slowly crested over Cerro Chiripó’s rock-strewn summit and pierced through the thin, frigid air, I slowly returned to the Land of the Living from my eight-hour sojourn into twisted semi-consciousness, ragged breathing, and warped dreams.   Despite being ten degrees above the equator, the air hovers at only five degrees above freezing, even in June.   Even in my sleeping bag I cannot feel my toes.

“Today is the day,” I say to myself.   “Today we go for the summit.”  

After two days of being forced back to the upper base camp by the driving wet season rains that carved deeper into all the faces of the mountain every afternoon at exactly 1:30 p.m., we finally have a clear day to assault the summit.

As I start to thaw my water on the small stove in the hiker’s hostel, I fight to contain my anxiety.   I can see everyone else in my group is the same way.   Last night, one of us came down with both severe altitude sickness and hypothermia.   She would stay behind today with the hostel’s doctor.   Every one of us knew that she was getting off easy, her only goals being re-hydration and keeping warm.   The rest of us would have to climb a thousand feet in five kilometers, all the while contending with the ever-present threat of rockslides, faulty equipment, and most dangerous of all, the torrential afternoon rains that brought almost five inches of water a day to this pinnacle of rock.

“You can’t think about that,” I keep telling myself.

Never before have I taken a risk as great as summiting a 15,000-foot mountain.

My group has assembled outside the hostel with their foul-weather gear and water.   Lots of water.   At this altitude, in cold weather, water is the single biggest factor in staying alive.   Knowing the dangers of dehydration and the blood clots that follow at these altitudes, everyone tries to look tough and unafraid.   Just last week two Germans were found dead at the summit, their frozen corpses shriveled and locked into their two final tortured poses.

As we set out, people make small talk, trying to keep their minds off the bitter hike, the cold, and the unknown dangers at the end of the trail.   An hour later a cloud bank moves in out of the north.   Almost-frozen moisture permeates the air, and people start pulling clothes out of haversacks in an attempt to remain dry.   As the temperature hovers at forty degrees, we hike on, trying hard to remember that we are actually in Costa Rica during the summer.

“We must be getting close,” someone says from near the back of our column.

Then, almost as if on command, the clouds break and sunlight spills onto the monolith that is the highest point in Central America.   In that wondrous second, elation overran all of our fears.   Scrambling up the final half kilometer over vertical, craggy rocks, we stood at the roof of Latin America, fifteen thousand four hundred twenty-eight feet above sea level.   Despite being over fifty miles from either the Caribbean Sea or the Pacific Ocean we could see them both.   In that instant the lactic acid-induced pain, the skull-splitting headache from altitude sickness, the risk of remaining on the mountain as a frozen corpse all melted into a single saying that has since anchored my life, “Fear is ignorance, pain is weakness.   Exorcise them and you will be at peace with yourself.”

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The Program Office: Behind the Scenes

by John Carrico

Steeped in Tradition

The day in the program office begins with routine, a strict regimen of traditions, habits, and on-goings which signifies the working day has begun.   Over the course of the mid-morning, various members of the program team enter into the office. At first glance, it is simply impossible to identify them. In one hand, a coffee mug (if there isn’t one, then this person is either not a member of the program team or they should not be bothered for at least twenty minutes), in the other hand a clipboard. No matter what temperature the thermostat reads, they don a wool cap because the air is always cold for those going bald. It isn’t until the puffy down jacket is hung up and the color of the carharts is evident that an identity can be placed on who has entered the office. Once this has happened, the members of the team greet each other with a long, drawn out, “Hey, buddeeeee.” And with a few more sips of Java down the hatch, another day has begun.

The Movers and The Shakers

The Espresso Machine

Indeed, the program office plays host to quite the line-up of Eagle’s Nest movers and shakers. Making everything happen is the brains behind this operation – the Great Chief himself, Rob Skeen. Behind all that goes on here is Rob, and on any given day you can find him ordering gear, fixing equipment, ensuring that our programs are running safely, training staff, or beat boxin’ like nobody’s business.

Constantly dreaming up new ideas and constantly interrogating Rob with questions is John Carrico – the Hante Director. Most of John’s time is consumed with making reservations – so much so, that he has thoughts of creating his own consumer reports web page (www.people-who-are-really.helpful-and-those-who-are-not.com). And, keeping them both going, especially between the hours of three and four, is the espresso machine. There really is nothing like community support.

The “Off” Season

 A lot of people ask me everyday, “John, what is it like to work in the program office when camp is not in session?” Okay, no one has ever asked me that, but if they did, I would say, “It’s the most entertaining, energetic, and busiest space I’ve worked in.”

Indeed, the program office is a hub of business year-round. Behind the program office doors, Hantes come together, ideas for summer camp are brought into reality, and computers are yelled at. On any given day multiple maps are looked over and guidebooks are sorted through as John and Rob drift off and daydream about Himalayan treks and paddling South American whitewater. Even more so, the office here serves as center of social life for those who live on campus throughout the year. In fact, it is not out of the ordinary for one to witness an impromptu performance after a long day (show times are 3:40, 5:15, and 5:25).

For a Good Cause

 Those of us in the program office want to express our gratitude for all of the support we have received throughout the year. Remember, we always love hearing from people. So we encourage everyone to call, write, email us, and of course, send baked goods (neither of us has any food allergies, although John does have a reaction to chocolate – it makes him happy). Please label all baked donations “c/o the Program Office,” and don’t forget – it’s for a good cause.

In all sincerity – we are working hard to make this summer another amazing season, and we can’t wait to see all of you here and share in the magic once again.

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Ring of Fire

by Paige Lester-Niles

I have always loved the smell of a campfire. It’s magical really. Somehow that smoldering scent transports me to memories of sharing stories with friends, slowly roasting (and trying not to burn) marshmallows over a bright red ember, and of laughing and singing songs while watching for shooting stars. It reminds of the time that I kept a fire going for a whole (rainy) week while camping in the Valley of the Wind with the Paleo Tribe of Eagle’s Nest Camp. It reminds me of Sweat Lodges built on the Appalachian Trail, and of cookouts, and GIANT summer solstice bonfires in the horse pasture. And it reminds me that all things have the potential to be combustible, energetic and beautiful if the right elements are in place.

The other thing that I really love about the smell of a campfire is the feeling of satisfaction that comes with it. There is an art to building a campfire, and as any good Indian Lore or Explorer’s Club member can tell you, it takes practice to master. Over the years I’ve taught many campers the proper elements for building a fire. I’ve helped them find just the right kind of wood, how to sort it and prepare it for building, and then how to carefully put it all together and patiently, but with great attention, light their match and watch as the tender kindling catches and their fire begins to burn. If you’ve ever built you’re very own fire, I bet you know how GREAT it feels to see those larger sticks flame up and begin to burn, until they become deep red embers, the furnace for your fire.

I’ve also watched lots of great fire builders. Helen Waite is surely the chief of the Dirty Knee Tribe (so named because you always rest only one knee on the ground while working with a fire. You want to be able to move away from the fire quickly if the need arises). Helen has taught me a thing or two about choosing wood that will burn quickly or hard wood that will burn for long periods of time. Nathan Roarke is another legendary Eagle’s Nest fire builder with somewhat of a following. I’ve heard people who’ve never even met Nathan talk about the time that he started a fire in a downpour after a week of rain. Since Nathan was with me on my camp out in the Valley of the Wind, I know that the stories are true. Nathan knows that one of the keys to starting a wet fire is using the tiny dead kindling from the bottoms of Hemlock trees.

There have been other legendary fire builders at Eagle’s Nest: the “Magic Fire Gang” – Greg Kucera, Steve Vidal and Beaver Goodling, who could trigger a raging Indian Village fire just by nodding at it; and the “Brush Bonfire Boys” – Gary Daniel and Kyle Young, who have built some of the biggest bonfires Transylvania County has ever seen. And I can’t forget the “Fire Keepers” – people like Tyler Alford and all of the past Eagle’s Nest Chiefs who have built HUGE Indian Village fires that have burned long past the story was told, the games were played, the advancements were recognized and the songs were sung. And I haven’t even mentioned the fire jumpers (but that’s another story altogether).   

The point is – there’s a reason that our early ancestors treasured fire. Fire is magical. It gives us light and warmth and energy. It brings people together, whether it’s in the building or in the enjoying. So, spend a little bit of today remembering the times that you’ve gathered around a campfire. And until you return to camp (where I’ll teach you how to build a fire if you want to learn), keep that fire burning in your heart.

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2004 Annual Fund Raises Over $127,000

Thank you to all of you who contributed to the 2004 Annual Fund. Because of your support we raised $127, 580 for Scholarships, Cabin 10 Rebuilding and unrestricted dollars to meet ongoing needs. You are the donors who enabled us to provide scholarships for The Outdoor Academy and Eagle’s Nest Camp to bring amazing young people to Pisgah Forest. A list of our 2004 donors is included in this issue of the Eagle.

This past school year Eagle’s Nest Foundation, through the support of families and others, provided nine Outdoor Academy students with financial aid totaling $64,000.   This year, The Outdoor Academy hopes to offer $83,140 in scholarships, almost a $20,000 increase over 2004.   What a difference that will make in the lives of those students!

Last year thirty-three campers received scholarships totaling $29,500.   This summer we will be able to offer nearly $27,000.   As you can see, your gift does make a difference!   We know there are wonderful children whose lives will be enhanced by these experiences.   By adding their individual talents and personalities to the sessions all will benefit from.   We need your help to make this happen.

Another high priority for the Annual Fund is improvements to buildings on campus so we can provide comfortable spaces in which to live and learn    This year our focus will continue to be on the rebuilding of Cabin 10, tree planting to replace damage from the hurricanes and general building renovations to enrich our community life.  

This spring you will be receiving a letter about the Annual Fund.   Please take a moment when you first hold the envelope in your hand to think about the students and campers who are eager to come to OA or Camp, and whose families have limited financial resources.   Our scholarship awards come in small, medium, and large amounts.   All are based upon need and all go to youth who will make a difference at Eagle's Nest and back at home.

Your investment in Eagle’s Nest will help us reach our 2005 Annual Fund Goal of $125,000.   This past year we offered membership in the inaugural Dream Keepers for those donors who supported the Foundation with a gift of $1,000 or more.   Please consider making a gift to our Annual Fund Campaign, knowing that every gift makes a difference, especially when combined with those of others in our community.

Thank you again to everyone who has given in the past, and to all who will help pave the way for others to experience Eagle’s Nest this year and in the future! To make your donation .

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New Trustees Join Eagle’s Nest

Thorns Craven of Winston Salem, NC; Gary Daniel of Brevard, NC; and David Gilbert of Greensboro, NC have been elected to serve three-year terms as trustees for Eagle’s Nest Foundation.   Eagle’s Nest is governed by a select board of trustees with individual expertise in the fields of education, social service, the arts, medicine, law and philanthropy.   Each of the new trustees has a deep history and knowledge of Eagle’s Nest and will add wisdom and leadership to the board.   In addition to the new trustees, Cissy Byrd of Spartanburg, SC; Mary Bridges of Asheville, NC; and Jay Ellis of Durham, NC have been reelected to three-year terms on the board.   All trustees volunteer their time and resources to ensure that Eagle’s Nest Camp and The Outdoor Academy are successful and continue the mission of experiential education for young people, promoting the natural world and the betterment of human character. Below is a list of the full board.   Welcome to our new board members, and thank you to all who have served ENF in this capacity.

* Trustee Emeritus

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OA Semester XX Photos

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Weddings

Births

Other News

Stephan Lund(S) writes in that he is now a social worker in Perth, Western Australia.   He was married in 2001 and has two beautiful daughters.   He says, “I think the summer that I spent at Eagle's Nest was one of the best of my life, and I yearn to come back sometime, when I don't know. I remember fondly the atmosphere of camp and the friends that I made there.”

Steve Proctor(S) is living in the Northwest of England, teaching high school geography.   He and Kerri were married on the Irish coast, and Sami(S) and Riia(S) Verno and Patrick Bertrand(C ,S) were able to attend.   Their honeymoon took them around the world, with a visit to Dan Hill(S) in Sydney.   He still whitewater paddles every day, which helps him reconnect with three of his “best and most unforgettable summers of his life!”

Julie Grogan- Brown(C ,OA,S) will receive a degree in Peace Studies and Urban Affairs in New York this spring.   She has been thinking about what to do next.   “I think I have finally found something that I truly feel passionately about and very comfortable with. I've decided I'd like to do Environmental Education. In looking at Peace and Justice Studies, Urban Affairs and reflecting on my past experiences, it's become more and more clear to me how important our connection with the natural world is. The connection never left, but our awareness of it as a society is severely dwindling, especially in urban areas where many people (young and old) have no real concept of the cycles and processes of life. I feel is it incredibly important to try and facilitate that understanding and foster a love of and respect for life in general. I feel this is another important step to cross-cultural understanding and non-violent conflict resolution. My love for the natural world has reinforced my desire to help bring this knowledge to as many people as possible, of all ages, in a step towards a better future.”    Alicia Grogan- Brown(C ,S) is in Brooklyn and says hi.

Anna Jordan Boll(C) is staying home with sons Isaac and Ethan and has published two poems in children’s magazines. Anna is working on several novels and picture books.   Previously, she taught for seven years in the Maine schools.

Ashley Knight (S) had a flock of Eagle’s Nesters as groomsmen in his wedding.   Chris Barge(C,S), Amos Barclay(C,S), Jacob Chapman(S), Troy Hendrick(S), and Daniel Conway(S) all suited up to support Ashley on his big day.

Phil Adams remarks that although his newborn son does share the name of a Nateseeho chief, he is a Migisi through and through!

Sami(S) and Riia(S) Verno are living in Helsinki with their children Miko and Miisa.   They sing from the ENF Songbook as a family, and are excited that Cabin 10 will be rebuilt in time for Miko to live there.   Sami works at a Swedish IT company, and Riia works in sales and marketing for a fireplace import company.

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