1. (Re)Discover Your Wild Side Wellness Adventures for Faculty and Staff
Dr. Elizabeth Slator
Admin Forum
February 14, 2017

2. (Re)Discover Your Wild Side Program
Designed for individuals looking to push boundaries and limitations in a safe and supportive environment
Comprehensive training programs focused on building the necessary foundation for accomplishing a physically and mentally challenging goal
Plan and lead participants through "bucket list" travel experiences

3. Personal growth and development
Goals of Program
Personal growth and development
Increased self-awareness
Greater resilience
Increased emotional intelligence
Psycho/social strategies for adaptive coping
Increased health and physical fitness
Cardiovascular
Strength

4. Trip Location: Lost Coast Trail, CA
2017 Trip Information
Trip Description: 5-day backpacking adventure covering 26 miles of the rugged California coastline
Features old growth redwood trees
Staggering views of the Pacific
Lots of marine life (e.g. sea lions, whales)
Trip Dates: May 17-21, 2017
Trip Location: Lost Coast Trail, CA

7. Training and Preparation
Training Dates: March 20-May 10, 2017
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 5:30-6:45 p.m.
Comprehensive Training Plan
Includes mindfulness practice, strength and cardiovascular workouts and social/emotional support
Individualized workouts provided

8. Registration Details Registration Dates : February 1- March 20, 2017
Registration Includes: 2-month training plan, all gear, meals, local transportation, stay at lodge on last night of trip
Cost: $1100*
Airfare not included.

9. Quotes from Past Participants
“My Wild Side trip to the Grand Canyon was one of, if not THE, hardest thing I have ever done, and one the most rewarding! The experience took me through exhaustion, pain, doubt and then up to exhilaration and triumph. I learned what I can truly accomplish.”
~Mary Lynn F.

10. Quotes from Past Participants
“The moment I heard about the trip, the kid in me jumped up with joy. And, it turned out to be everything I expected and in fact much more. The staff ensured that we were all well trained - physically and mentally to accomplish this trip. The sight of the cliffs, the touch of the breeze, the soft rhythm of the streams, the campfire, the chit-chatter, the times we stood for each other. For me, it was a small adventure that will be cherished forever." ~Sapna C.

11. Questions?