Blog - Page 10 of 17 - Power To Be

October 4, 2016 • Events

A Royal Encounter

Power To Be participant Daniel Brachman presented flowers to the Duchess of Cambridge at the Royal Family Official Farewell ceremony in Victoria. Read more as he and his mom share the impact of the experience.

September 14, 2016 • Adaptive Recreation Programs

Summit Seekers explore Golden Ears Provincial Park

From laughing fits around the campfire and nature walks through lush forests, the Summit Seekers Overnight created a medley of enriching memories that’ll last until next year’s get-away.

September 6, 2016 • Adaptive Recreation Programs

Monthly Vancouver hiking group explores new ground

Vancouver's monthly hiking program for people living with acquired brain injuries proves nature is a neutral ground; a space that welcomes all abilities to come and explore.

August 25, 2016 • Programs Wilderness School

Once-in-a-lifetime trip forges Northern connections

Through a partnership with Students On Ice, two Wilderness School alumni joined the 2016 Arctic Expedition. The experience saw them travel from Vancouver Island to Greenland on an educational trip that artfully blended science and culture to inspire youth to take action.

August 18, 2016 • Programs Wilderness School

Exploring the end of the Island

The Year Three Wilderness School cohort recently spent 12 days hiking in Cape Scott Provincial Park, the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Read this first-hand account from one of our participants.

July 25, 2016 • Adaptive Recreation Programs

Welcoming youth into nature

Power To Be partnered with the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria to introduce 12 new residents to Canada to camping. Find out why the experience had a profound affect on everyone involved.

June 7, 2016 • Insights

Lower your stress, naturally

Stepping outside and way from your devices is a great way to recalibrate your stress level. Check out three ideas to connect with nature from Power To Be.

May 17, 2016 • Events

Supporters trade office attire for wetsuits

Every once in a while we get the opportunity to show a small token of our appreciation by giving back some of the incredible outdoor experiences our supporters help provide our participants throughout the year.

May 11, 2016 • Adaptive Recreation

Author finds focus in face of adversity

For Bayan Azizi the difference between a problem and a challenge is simple. Learning that distinction didn’t come easily for the North Vancouver Power To Be participant.

March 31, 2016 • Programs Wilderness School

Expanding world views, underground

As Theresa twisted and crawled her way through underground caves, the world around her opened up. Find out how one Wilderness School participant found a new world right underneath her feet.