Reviews and Testimonials
Here is what our clients say about our programs:
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Loved every minute of it. Would not change a thing. – Lisa B.
I feel more confident for future backpacking trips. I learned much more than I anticipated. Thank you. – Charley S.
The challenge of the weather made the trip better. Being harder built my confidence. Andy and Lucy are AWESOME guides. – Mike L.
The workshops were exceptional. Overall - OUTSTANDING JOB! – Mike L.
A great weekend trip with energetic and spirited hiking company! I had an awesome time. Thank you to Andy for leading us and planning all the details. – Laura L.
Still trying to absorb the absolutely wonderful experiences I had this past weekend. I highly recommend Outdoor Adventure Connection if you want to learn more about all things hiking. This is my second trip with them, and it was even more awesome than the first one. – Shelly M.
As usual, this trip exceeded my expectations. – Noelle A.
I liked our accommodations, food, and evening activities. I enjoyed meeting the Carter Cave park staff. – Debbie B.
This is a program I will recommend to anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of backpacking and the impact we all have while enjoying vitamin N. – Kate S.
I thought the hike and workshop were excellent. I think even experienced backpackers can benefit from this workshop. – Ned P.
Hiking, tomahawk throwing and thought the adventure was well planned and staff approachable and eager to make sure the event was safe & fun! – Jill V.
What a fabulous adventure! Where to start? This section of the Roan Highlands is magical in its beauty. The flowers, the trees, the boulders, the steep climbs, the grassy balds, set against the backdrop of mountainous ridge after ridge were breath taking. – Karen P.
The loved the amazing attention to detail and the supportive environment that the guides provided. Surprising to myself, I really enjoyed the yoga. And of course the hiking. The fantastic leaders set the tone for a group. They encouraged a supportive female environment from the start and ensured everyone felt comfortable and included. – Ellie H.
Communication was great. – Holly G.
Even though it was cold and windy, it was a good trip and I'm glad I went. The workshops were interesting and educational. – Robin Y.
I honestly feel the retreat was perfect. The attention to detail was amazing! Each activity was perfectly planned. I will recommend this if available in the future to everyone I know and will attend myself as well. – Sherry L.
I can't pick any one thing I liked "best". I thought the whole trip was great. You have done an outstanding job on the other trips I've been on with you and you did so again on this one. First rate all the way. – Jack L.
I thought both instructions made a good team. – Carmen P.
I was super impressed with the workshops. The Ethics of the "Leave No Trace" principles are very important to me, and I was so pleased that they were stressed and practiced through out the weekend. – Shelly M.
I learned so much in such a short time and met so many nice people. – Michele D.
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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Terrific! Andy was incredible! I learned, was reminded of so many essentials backpacking tips, tricks, and essentials - all in a fun, casual, inclusive, encouraging and informative way. – Dawn B.