Welcome to Growth through Outdoor
Adventure Learning
Our Philosophy
The GOAL philosophy is positive, proactive, and constructive. The purpose of GOAL is to help young people develop leadership and decision-making skills, an understanding of the importance of teamwork, self-confidence in their own abilities, and an appreciation of the outdoors through positive adventure learning experiences. It is our belief that if a child graduates from school with a positive attitude, feeling good about him or herself and ready to face life’s challenges, then that child will be successful no matter what the future holds. GOAL staff understand that young people flourish when they are encouraged to focus on their strengths in an experiential setting. Such success, in turn, builds essential self-esteem and self-confidence. GOAL participants also develop problem-solving skills, effective communication strategies, increased self-awareness, and social skills. Program activities include a broad base of wilderness adventure experiences that empower the students to make healthy choices, learn more about themselves and overcome challenges. These positive experiences are taken by campers to other aspects of their lives, both educational and personal.
The GOAL philosophy is positive, proactive, and constructive. The purpose of GOAL is to help young people develop leadership and decision-making skills, an understanding of the importance of teamwork, self-confidence in their own abilities, and an appreciation of the outdoors through positive adventure learning experiences. It is our belief that if a child graduates from school with a positive attitude, feeling good about him or herself and ready to face life’s challenges, then that child will be successful no matter what the future holds. GOAL staff understand that young people flourish when they are encouraged to focus on their strengths in an experiential setting. Such success, in turn, builds essential self-esteem and self-confidence. GOAL participants also develop problem-solving skills, effective communication strategies, increased self-awareness, and social skills. Program activities include a broad base of wilderness adventure experiences that empower the students to make healthy choices, learn more about themselves and overcome challenges. These positive experiences are taken by campers to other aspects of their lives, both educational and personal.
