Asha R

Alaska Is

            Alaska is the last frontier. As we drove through Denali National Park there was only one road. This road was not paved or open to non-authorized vehicles. Only the national park tour busses, artists, researchers, and the ranger’s vehicles are allowed on this road. The road is 66 miles through valleys, over rivers, and around mountains. It is a very scenic drive and is meant to stay untouched. Driving down this road made me feel like we were on the last frontier.

Final Reflections

We’ve spent 3 ½ weeks together thousands of miles away from home. Throughout this trip we have all grown closer together. We know more about our selves too.
On this trip there are 75 people. That means 75 mouths to feed and 74 other people to look out for, It is not just about taking care of your self. You learn how to take care of the people in your van, in your tent, and in your committee. It’s a group effort to prepare meals and keep each other’s minds off home. Everyone begins to count on you and you count on him or her. We are a family. After this trip most of us will stick together but some will drift apart. We will never be together like this again; this is truly a once in a life time opportunity.