A Space for Transformation: The Story Behind La Vida’s New Barn

La Vida: We’re talking with Nate Hausman, former director of Outdoor Education at La Vida, and George Abetti, founder and CEO of Geo Barns. My first question for you is what was the importance of this project for you? Nate Hausman:  The barn is a particular...

Spring Break in the Adirondacks

Photo take by Rafaell Rozendo Its almost Spring Break which means that students are gearing up for heading home or for some crazy outdoor adventures. We've heard of one trip heading to the White Mountains and one trip headed somewhere down south.  Last year for spring...

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John Muir Trail

Photo taken by Nate Mori During September 2011, Gordon's WILD Semester took a 25 day backpacking trip on the John Muir trail in California. The Program takes those with the adventurous spirit and helps develop them as outdoor leaders.

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Service Project in the Adirondacks

Photo taken by Brian Rogers Over Quad Break, 30 students headed up to the Adirondacks for the weekend. They stayed at the La Vida Base Camp and spent two days doing service projects with the Rangers to help restore the park after it was hit hard by Hurricane Irene.

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