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Reviews and Testimonials


Here is what our clients say about our programs:

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Excellent process beginning to end. – Christina P.

It was the best from beginning to the end. From personal experience, I don't know what you could possibly change or do better. Thank you for a truly exciting adventure. – Regina C.

This was a great weekend for beginners. It definitely makes you want to keep on backpacking. – Theresa W.

I learned lots of little tips for efficient backpacking and met some great new hiking buddies. – Tali H.

I loved the whole experience and can't wait to go on more trips to continue to expand my knowledge. – Margy R.

Another outstanding trip Andy! Thanks for all you did to make it so special! – Lisa S.

I loved the caving and rappelling- really physically and mentally challenging ourselves. Kristy is such a calm moderator and speaker creating a trusting environment where we felt so accepted for who we are. This enabled everyone to share without fear or embarrassment of showing our emotions. I loved all the various activities with yoga in the mix to relax the body and mind. – Mary U.

I can't wait until my next adventure with OAC. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING, especially the memories :) – Lucy W.

Everything was perfect! – Becky S.

I highly recommend Outdoor Adventure Connection to anyone considering a backpacking trip. This program teaches you all the fundamentals required to not only be safe, but also have fun and feel comfortable backpacking without a guide. Thanks so much! – Dirk W.

Loved all the attention to detail for who we sat with, roomed with and all that we did! – Suzy F.

Andy and Tama were great. They made everyone feel welcome and important. Everyone got something beneficial from the experience. The workshops were done very well. – Mike H.

I loved EVERYTHING... truly! All of the events/activities were fantastic. I loved having everything planned out and organized. Don't change anything! – Rachel H.

The whole experience was great: very friendly and knowledgeable leaders, great group of women, and wonderful views! – Robin T.

I don't think you could have done anything better. Your attention to detail and consideration for others are tremendous. Everything was top-notch. Thank you! – Shauna M.

I loved the route plan, absolutely beautiful. Great time of year for this section, not too cold (keeps bugs away) and not too hot. The folks were great, fun. – Diana P.

Our guides were the best! Seriously, their experience, knowledge, patience, advice was outstanding. – Name Withheld

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.

I thought the guides were great! They were very helpful. – Megan M.

It was great being able to stay in cabins, not camp out. The friendly and involved park staff made the event a sure success. – Frank C.

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The entire experience could not have been better. I will cherish the memory of our laughs and the breathtaking views for years to come. – Matt P.