- Ambassador: Jun 17-19, 2014
- Kings Canyon Summer School Trip
- Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks: Grant Grove, Zumwalt Meadow, and Moro Rock
WildLink alumni from New Village Girls Academy helped mentor other students on a summer school field studies trip to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks.
While in the parks, the group went on several hikes through Zumwalt Meadow, the Grant Grove of giant sequoias, and Moro Rock. The WildLink alumni were called upon to help teach other students about "leave no trace" ethics and to be good role models in leadership, positivity, and perseverance. The group spent time journaling and reflecting and a highlight for the group was spending time together around the fire.
In the words of Carla, "I learned that nature is truly important and that it's our job to help protect it and to help preserve its beauty and wonders for many generations to come."
Stephie, a WildLink alumnus, commented, "My favorite parts are when we went on walks and we had time to ourselves because sometimes being alone with nature is all I need."
Monica, another alumnus, said, "I learned that nature is something so interesting and simple. I learned that I could enjoy myself no matter what the environment."
Crossing the Kings River on the way to Zumwalt Meadow.
There's always time to stop and smell the flowers.
Zumwalt Meadow.
Meadow selfie.
"Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you." - Frank Lloyd Wright
Time out to journal.
The magnificent and beautiful Kings River.
Gather 'round the campfire and sing our campfire song...
The Grant Grove of giant sequoias.
Russell takes in the magnitude of the gentle giants.
Looking at big trees can take a strain on your neck!
Diana takes a break.
Peace, love, and really big trees.
Big trees make people happy.
Diana stands under an old burnt sequoia.
Sequoia trees can survive ferocious fires.
Ready to hike!
Headed up to Moro Rock, a lookout point to the high Sierra and to the Central Valley.
The Great Western Divide of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
All smiles at the top!
Kim gives her stamp of approval.