Time to get outside and have some fun in the sun! Youth Odyssey has a busy summer this year, from summer camps to summer programs, there’s something for everyone to do. We’re kicking things off with our summer programs and Legacy camp! Summer ProgramsThis summer, we have teamed up with 21st Century/ACE at local CCISD… Read more »
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Scouting Trip 2019
Sabine National ForrestLast month our staff embarked on a scouting trip for this year’s backpacking camp. On this journey we encountered a carousel of environments from bay, beach, lagoon, swamp and forest. As we traveled north from Houston the scenery became dominated by towering pine trees. Once we arrived to the Sabine National Forest visibility… Read more »
Summer Camps are back!!
Summer camps with Youth Odyssey are always a great time. On our week-long summer camps, youth from the Coastal Bend get to try different activities, many for the very first time. Our six Summer Camps encompass skills such as Canoeing, Backpacking, Rock Climbing, Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Horseback Riding and other outdoor activities partnered with our… Read more »
Teamwork: The Youth Odyssey Way
The Blucher Park TeamThe Youth Leaders at Youth Odyssey are doing some amazing teamwork for the natural environment in the Coastal Bend! Every month, they team up with the Audubon Outdoor Club to clean up Blucher Park. It’s a day of shared legwork and laughter! The day starts at 9:00am when the Youth Leaders meet… Read more »
Summer Leadership Camps: Register Today!
Here’s the ScoopYouth Odyssey Summer Leadership Camps are coming ! We welcome all youth ages 10-17 to join us for a great camp season. But space is limited to 10 youth for each camp and our camps always fill up fast! Get your registration form in today! Check Your Calendar!June 9-14, 2019 Legacy Camp for… Read more »
Creative Camping: An Epic Escapade at Enchanted Rock
What’s the Problem?Every camping trip is a collage of problems for the creative mind to solve. No matter how well we plan, nature finds a way to transform individuals into inventors. Let’s take last month’s camping trip to Enchanted Rock for example. It was intended to be a reward trip for our Youth Leaders. We… Read more »
Heart-to-Heart Communication
The Approach: CommunicationWhen is the last time you practiced speaking and listening from the heart? Or the last time you took the time to identify and name your emotions? How confident do you feel in your ability to communicate with others in a healthy, effective, and meaningful way? At Youth Odyssey, we value and teach… Read more »
Summer Camp Registration Now Open!
Summer Leadership Camps 2019Summer Camp 2019 here we come! We are super excited to announce registration is now open! A total of six camps are returning this year, each one packed with amazing activities! Just think of any outdoor adventure you have ever wanted to go on, and chances are you will find it in… Read more »
Braving Connection
Building Trust“I don’t trust anyone,” report many students entering Youth Odyssey. Students hold this sentiment for reasons as varied and complex as the students themselves. From influences like social media to situations like teen pregnancy, poverty, and being victims of violence and abuse, students at Youth Odyssey face many challenges to building healthy relationships. But… Read more »
New Year, New Goals, New You
What’s Your New Year’s Resolution?The New Year is a common time for long-term goal-setting. Resolutions often include things like eating healthier and getting more exercise or saving money and getting out of debt. Traveling and learning a new language are also popular choices. But how many of us actually meet our goals? According to Lifehack,… Read more »
