Reviews and Testimonials
Here is what our clients say about our programs:
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I liked that every detail was thoroughly thought out. Trips like this enable the inexperienced hiker to gain valuable knowledge. Andy is the best at what he does! – Bill K.
The guides did everything possible to make it an enjoyable and worthwhile workshop. They took special care to ensure everyone had a good experience. – John L.
I really liked talking to the guides about their experiences. They made me feel very comfortable asking questions. The only thing I would have changed was for it to be warmer! ;). – Andrea C.
This trip was quite a triumph for me personally. The scenery was amazing. The culture of the AT is something I love and am fascinated by. But people are what make our lives the most meaningful. I could not imagine sharing the experience with 6 finer people on earth. – Chris C.
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.
Was a wonderful trip! Lucy and Yvonne did a great job. I feel everyone learned something even though there was such a vast range of experience levels. – Jennifer P.
Andy and Lucy kept the group laughing and learning the whole time. Your efforts made the trip feel safe and so much fun. I had an awesome time and want to do it again! – Linda M.
Every detail was accounted for which is impressive given the amount of details involved! Making sure we all had instruction and communication on what came next was so great. You both truly made us each feel welcomed and included and safe. I cannot express enough how awesome it all was! – Christina P.
This was a wonderful way to test out if I still wanted to backpack after all these years. Andy was very helpful and gave some incredible workshops with Yvonne. – John S.
I loved what we did and where we stayed. Best guides I have ever met. Loved every minute. And they were so kind and patient teaching us stuff. – Tippi M.
This trip is a hiker's dream. I learned how to navigate the AT while enjoying the company of others and the expert guidance of Andy Niekamp. – Rita S.
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.
The guides did a great job. You both did tons of work and were never flustered and always smiling. And you took care of all of us. I really appreciate that. – Tim S.
Great weekend, Amazing people! Thank you!! – Mike L.
I really liked the evening supper and getting to try all the different freeze dried foods to see what we liked. All the workshops were really great and I liked how all the information was presented in a fun and relaxed atmosphere! – Erika O.
Great group of people. You are so knowledgeable and great at sharing. Don't change anything. The trip was everything you said it would be. – Deb G.
I liked the attention to detail. Gear, snacks, directions, experience were all provided to enhance the experience. – Jill H.
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.
Over the past few days I have realized that the workshop and trip were even more important than I initially realized. The confidence that my knowledge and experience are sufficient to keep me out of major trouble had me smiling all the way home – Lynn J.
It was a great fall hike with great weather and great people to hike with and share the weekend. I learned lots this weekend. – Bob M.
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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I loved being able to talk to all the instructors about their experiences and ask them any questions I had. It was awesome meeting so many fun people! – Jaime S.
