Prompt: Describe a hike, long walk, or outdoor experience you have had and explain what it was like physically and mentally. If you have never been on a hike, describe a time when you were outside your comfort zone or had to rely on yourself in a challenging situation. Explain what you learned from the experience.

 Prompt Response: My friends and I went camping over winter break. It was their first time and my second time. Upon getting there our car’s trunk immediately broke. Our journey was filled with little trifles but we were resourceful as a group and managed to have fun while mildly suffering. To find a camp spot we crossed a knee foot deep creek in cold weather. It turned out to be completely worth it for the view and camping spot, but going back over it with all our gear wasn’t fun. I learned trusting your friends to do their part is important along with staying calm. The reason we went out there was for fun, so remembering that helped make the annoying parts bearable.

Summary: I was absent in class but I completed the 5 questions about the thru-hikers article.

Reflection: I think camping and hiking is fun because it allows you to get away from technology and people. Life becomes a lot more simple when all you have to do is walk and manage your supplies. In my opinion doing that with a group of friends is the best way to do so. I’ll remember our camping trip for years to come in a positive light.