By: Araceli Arredondo and Julius Richardson Day 1: The Journey Begins! The van was filled with the chatter of excited campers as our Outdoor Adventure camp embarked on their first van ride. They talked about the activities in the week to come and their thoughts on what was for dinner. After setting up camp at… Read more »
Written by Araceli Arredondo, Summer Facilitator Sunday: Day 1 At 11AM sharp, campers started arriving at the office, all of them sporting smiles and a buzz of eagerness to start the Rock Climbing trip. One by one they filed into the van, picking seats that they would sit in for the remainder of the… Read more »
Day 1: Outdoor Adventure Begins! On Sunday afternoon the youth began arriving at the office, excited and ready for a week full of fun. We loaded everyone’s belongings into the trailer, said goodbye to the families, and set off to Lake Corpus Christi State Park. The drive was short, and many of the campers stayed… Read more »
By: Erica Salinas Our Youth embarked on an unforgettable journey to the Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Carlsbad Caverns National Park this winter break. The trip was more than just a getaway, it was an opportunity to connect with nature, bond with each other, and challenge ourselves in ways we never imagined. Day 1: The… Read more »
By: Program Director and Rock Climbing Guru, Tony Minter Day 1: Rock Climbing Meetup and Departure As the sun dipped below the horizon, families gathered in the Youth Odyssey parking a lot, the crisp autumn air filling the space with excitement. Veteran campers, rock climbers, and their families exchanged greetings as the youth packed their… Read more »
By: Kayaking Facilitators, Adrianna & Raegan Day 1: Travel We took off from Youth Odyssey, both vans in tow to South Llano River State Park for our kayaking adventure! We planned to eat lunch at Whataburger, but when we got there, we were told they were closed because of technical issues. However, as we were about… Read more »
By: Kayaking Facilitators, Arianna & Reagan (July 2024) Day 1: Travelling to Kayaking Base Camp We took off from Youth Odyssey for our kayaking adventure at Inks Lake State Park. Our lunch stop was at Whataburger where everyone got to fill up. The rest of the trip there, people slept until we arrived at camp. Everyone… Read more »
Reimers Rock Climbing Adventures, By: Arianna & Reagan Day 1: Travel On the balmy Sunday morning that was Day 1 of our adventure, we embarked on our journey from Corpus Christi to Pedernales Falls State Park. Before leaving, all of the youth and their family joined and spoke about their hopes for the trip, what… Read more »
Day One: Leaving for Caprock Canyons As families dropped off their eager youths at the crack of dawn, their excitement palpable as they loaded their belongings into the trailer, ready to embark on a journey with Youth Odyssey. With a flurry of activity, the trip set out from Corpus Christi’s Youth Odyssey office, bound for… Read more »
By: Erica salinas, youth odyssey program facilitator Day 1: Adventure Begins Youth Odyssey Winter Leadership Camp started 2024 off with their sites set on West Texas wonder. After an early morning departure the campers set off with sleep in their eyes and the spirit of adventure in their hearts as they began the trek to… Read more »
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