THE END

Well overall, this class was fun, exciting, and full of new experiences and challenges. We all got a chance to bond even more with events like the honors camp and and rock climbing. It is kind of sad to think that its over now and how time passes so fast. I am really thankful for this program and all of it professors that are willing and able to arrange events like rock climbing and wakeboarding, not every college can you do or have these type of life experiences. Special thanks to Dr. Mathis and Leanne for making it all possible this quarter. I look at other cohorts like the one that was above us and the one below us and all I have to say is I AM THANKFUL TO BE IN THIS ONE! We are all so close and have a special relationship with each other. 2007-2009 COHORT ROCKS THANKS AGAIN!

Wakeboarding

We went wakeboarding in Ellensburg! Yes it is possible due to this private lake. I had a great time hanging out and doing something I love! Being one of the more experienced riders there I helped people learn how to wakeboard. I think overall we all had a good time and enjoyed a day on the water...but then again who wouldm't!

Climbing at Pershastin Pinnacles

Climbing at Pershastin Pinnacles was an experience of a lifetime. I am so glad that we had the opportunity to climb there with professionals. The climbs were a lot of fun. Also it was amazing that those special shoes ( the ones that made your feet like they were in hell) could hold your entire body weight on the smallest little indent or groove in the rock. It was also a great workout I burned around 1700 calories. Afterwards, we went to Leavenworth to eat at Gustoffs and relax after a long hot day.

Rockwall Day at Ellensburg H.S.

Rock wall climbing at the high school was a great experience to get us ready for Pershastin Pinnacles. We learned how to tie the correct climbing knots and correctly were the other safety equipment. We met Fred the professional climber that was going to be the main one helping us at the pinnacles.

Orienteering Day

Today, we learned how to read a compass and different types of maps. We also learned the different parts of a compass. We had to do various activities using the compass and some without a compass just reading a map of the campus trying to find different things on the campus map to answer questions as groups. Overall, I had a fun time and now know how to read a compass correctly.

Manastash Ridge Hike

Mary, Nicole, Vinny, and I went to hike Manastash Ridge on Thursday April 30, 2009 . The hike was fun but, tiring however, it was a great work out and sleep very well when I got home that evening. Hope to do Lions Rock next! Here are some pictures enjoy!

Archery

For archery we went to Doc's house to learn and practice everything from how to string a bow, to how to shoot a bow using proper technique and safety. When shooting at the targets I did pretty good since I have shot a bow long ago in boy scouts. However, I did need some practice to be able to shoot the arrow correctly. Overall I got two bulls eyes with the guidance of my classmates and Dr. Mathias. They told me little things I was doing wrong before I shot. Once those things were fixed I released at got a bulls eyes. I really enjoyed archery and want to continue to practice to become better.