Reviews and Testimonials
Here is what our clients say about our programs:
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I thought the hike and workshop were excellent. I think even experienced backpackers can benefit from this workshop. – Ned P.
You really raised the bar for future trips! The scenery was spectacular. It was good to brush up on my water-crossing skills, too. This may become one of my favorite hikes ever. – Glenn R.
I loved the whole experience and can't wait to go on more trips to continue to expand my knowledge. – Margy R.
I loved the trip and enjoyed it thoroughly! I was anxious before the trip because I wasn't sure if I brought the right items but Andy made me feel confident in my pack right by reviewing its contents and telling my why I needed/didn't need certain items. – Ashley V.
I loved the entire experience! I hope to go on additional trips in the future! – Cindy S.
The trip was very helpful to me as a beginner. – Naomi J.
Totally enjoyed the experience and new knowledge obtained. – Gregg W.
Great guide with a wealth of knowledge. Well planned and executed. – Narayan R.
I wouldn't change anything. It was quite the learning experience for me. Both guides were professional and helpful and kept our safety as their first priority. – Terri C.
Enjoyed every detail of the trip. Since you can't change the weather there is nothing I would change. Excellent experience! – Cathy F.
I enjoyed meeting new people and conversing with them. – Ned P.
This was a great introduction to backpacking. A just right experience for beginners enhanced by beautiful weather. – Ellen G.
I appreciated Andy's calm demeanor as well as offering an unbiased choices to a group vote when the trip was affected by the adverse weather conditions. – Patrycja C.
Aside from spending all that time in the beautiful outdoors, I liked the workshops the best. Tama and Andy flawlessly conveyed years' worth of backpacking/camping knowledge to us in an understandable and entertaining way. – Lucy W.
What an amazing trip with an incredible group of people! Thank you for all you did to make the trip extra special! – Lisa S.
It was fun, exciting, challenging, informative and the guides were the best. – Bettina H.
It was all excellent. I would not have changed a thing. It was as described when I signed up. The guides were so helpful, informative, answered all questions and were only encouraging in all our efforts. I give them an A+ – Kelly E.
I was extremely impressed with how well organized the whole weekend was. You anticipated our every need and left us wanting for nothing. – Kathleen K.
The hands-on workshops with water filters and fire building were especially helpful to me. There was much value in having a guide with Yvonne's vast experience to talk to women about backpacking safety and other issues from a female perspective. – Laurie J.
Andy did a great job of organizing and leading the trip and the companionship was top notch. – Anne B.
We have an excellent safety record at Outdoor Adventure Connection. But on other trips we have been called upon to help.
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Best hiking group ever! I loved the guides. They were both so kind and patient and answered all those questions I had about stoves, filters, packing backpack. – Tippi M.
