Some might remember last May when we got a HUGE check from the Charity League to start Phase II of our Ropes Course Renovations! Well, we started immediately with the demolition of our old building. It was bittersweet watching that thing come down. So many memories were made under that pavilion but, we couldn’t wait… Read more »
Tag: youth development
Parenting Corner- The Power of Reframing
This month’s parenting corner is all about the power of reframing! What is reframing, you may ask? It “is a way of viewing and experiencing events, ideas, concepts and emotions to find more positive alternatives.” Not only do we need to focus on reframing our own thinking, but train our children to do the same…. Read more »
Camping at McKinney Falls and Garner State Parks – Outside Scoop
Going Camping!This Fall Youth Odyssey went camping at Garner and McKinney Falls State Parks. We had an awesome time on our trips, and were able to do a variety of fun activities. Both parks are cool in their own way, and depending on what your focus will be will determine which campground is best for… Read more »
Parenting Corner- Family Time During the Holidays
The holiday break is upon us! How do we make the most out of having our kids in the house for days on end?! Use this time to strengthen your relationship with your kids. How often are you able to have the kids around consistently without them having to run around doing 8 other things like sports, school, homework, and etc.? Make the most out of your time with them!
Thanksgiving in Palo Duro Canyon
Every Thanksgiving break, we take our amazing Youth Leaders out on a special camping trip just for them (usually to a place that we aren’t able to go to on a normal weekend trip). This year, we went to Palo Duro Canyon State Park in Canyon, Texas! On a personal note, this trip was extra exciting for me because I had lived in Canyon for three years while going to school at West Texas A&M. I was looking forward to showing the group the place I call my second home. We had a great time and got to see lots of neat things. Here’s a break down of our trip by day…
