I mentioned in my first post that part of the reason I want
to hike the trail is to raise money and awareness for a local
organization. I am very excited to
announce that as I hike I will be raising money for Rippleffect!
Rippleffect is an organization that promotes youth education
and leadership through outdoor experiences.
In high school I was fortunate enough to participate in a youth
leadership camp and Cow Island off the coast of Maine. During the camp I learned kayaking
techniques, listened to a man talk of his multiple attempts to hike Mount
Everest, practiced yoga in the early morning hours, participated in team
building activities, journaled, spent time alone on the island, and developed a
greater sense of self.
I am very excited to have the opportunity to give back to an
organization that I strongly believe in.
I spent two years in the Peace Corps helping a community half way around
the world, now it is time to make a difference closer to home.
Rippleffect promotes so many things I believe in including
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educating youth through real life experiences
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helping youth to develop confidence in
themselves and leadership skills
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promoting the important of spending time
outdoors
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being involved with the local community
Just this past summer Rippleffect expanded their program to include hiking. There couldn’t
be a better time or way to help raise money for scholarships. As I hike the trail I hope to be raising $3
per mile on the 2,184 miles of the trail.
My dream come true would be to raise $5 per mile.
For more information about Rippleffect, please visit
Rippleffect.net. I hope you click on the
link below to donate money! No donation is too
small. Please help me reach my goal keep
me motivated as I hike the trail. Thank
you!
