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When work is an adventure!

By Stephen C. Schultz


The sky was overcast, and there was a crisp chill in the air. The rooftops of the neighboring houses were covered in the unmistakable white, fluffy stuff so affectionately called snow. This would normally not be of any consequence at the foot of the 10,000-foot mountains. However, flowers were beginning to bloom, the grass was turning green, and we had already grown accustomed to warmer temperatures. Weather in this part of the country can be a roller coaster at best.


As I stepped out of my car and into the wind, I made my way to the door of my office. I walked past the reception desk, where Andrea caught my eye and motioned me over. She mentioned that someone was on the phone seeking more information about our Wilderness Therapy Program and asked if I would be willing to speak with them.

Andrea transferred the call to my cell phone, and I introduced myself. The caller, a woman from Arizona, mentioned that she had watched some videos about RedCliff Ascent on YouTube. This type of therapeutic intervention intrigued her, so she decided to call. She had several questions, including the length of stay, the cost, and the nature of the therapy. She also asked about family involvement and the food the kids eat. We discussed weekend camping, how powerful that experience can be, and the differences between RedCliff Ascent and an adventure weekend program.

As I reflected on our conversation, one specific aspect stood out that I wanted to share. At one point, she asked:

“What kind of training does your staff have?”

I provided her with some answers that can also be found on the employment website for RedCliff Ascent, called Wilderness Work. If you have an interest in working with teens and helping families improve their relationships, this career path may be of interest to you. Check it out! 

Comments

Perlman said…
this is really an informational post. I like it .keep it up. I've got more things about camping. I love camping so much.

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