I had one huge question: is this what they actually need? Is this experience something that will be helpful for these students? Is this 9-day canoe experience pulling these students from more pressing issues in their life? I’m asking these questions because many of these students already understand the barriers they face, and have had to face them in much more confronting ways than I ever have.

It is a strange feeling to want everyone to experience the privilege of a long canoe journey, while also holding a feeling of uncertainty.

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