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Read a Broadreach parent’s perspective…
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- “We wanted our daughter to have an adventure that she would remember when she’s 95 years old. She may remember nothing else but she will remember this trip at 95. She had a wonderful experience, came out of her shell and gained self confidence. Thank you!!”
- — Becky Dalke, Shrewsbury, MA
- “Alex’s trip to the Fiji/Solomon Islands combined an incredibly fun adventure with an experience that allowed him to develop his scuba diving skills, learn about other cultures, and improve his teamwork skills and self-confidence. Broadreach trips provide an environment that fosters positive personal growth development.”
- — Jacqueline Pleet, Springfield, MA
- “Our beautiful island has picturesque diving sights as well as an abundant group of fish to observe. Although I’ve been diving for years, never have I had the chance to passively observe corals and fish having learned about them in lectures the night before. This trip has not only given me a bigger perception on the importance of the ocean, but also the value of working together to accomplish things we need to get done.”
- — Wells Johnson, San Francisco, CA
- “No program has had such a positive impact on my daughter as Broadreach. She had a wonderful time — all the while growing emotionally, physically, and intellectually. It has been months since her trip and she still glows when she talks about it and keeps in touch with her new friends.”
- — Dia Michels, Washington, DC
- “Each summer that Jake attends his Broadreach trip he makes new friends, is inspired by his counselors, grows as a person in the way he communicates, contributes to our family and especially in the confidence he displays when he meets new people. He is a better rounded person for the experiences he has with Broadreach.”
- — Dian Deimler, Atlanta, GA
- “My daughter started Broadreach after her ninth grade year and has been back every year since then. I feel safe with Broadreach. She feels exhilarated!”
- — Elizabeth Delap, Fairview, NC
- “If I were to relive my life over, it would have included Broadreach. I am sure we will continue to see the benefits our son derived from spending 21 days on your Grenadines Voyage. Enriching only begins to describe the experience.”
- — Mary Ann Lendenmann, Riverside, CT
- “I believe there is no better program out there. Broadreach is exceptional as far as instructors, organization, and communication go. Our daughter has had three wonderful summers with you. The trip journals are invaluable to everyone, especially parents back home. Thank you to everyone at Broadreach.”
- — Leah Turner, Cincinnati, OH
- “Broadreach surpasses all other summer programs I’ve seen for the right balance of fun, challenge, skill building, responsibility, and independence. Thanks for another wonderful summer!”
- — Jane Clarke, Bronxville, NY
- “Stephen’s Broadreach trip was everything he expected and more. He loved the independence of planning each day… Dives, navigation, and even chores were an adventure! He also liked the education and community service aspects. We thought everyone at Broadreach was very supportive and helpful from planning to leading Stephen’s trip.”
- — Bob and Kate Rosso, Hailey, ID
- “We have sent Evan to other marine biology summer camps in the past, but none compare to yours. We were SO pleased with the high level of organization of your outfit, the What's Up communications, the challenging level of the academic program, and (last, but definitely not the least) the counselors who provided such a fun, exciting and rewarding program for the kids. Bravo!”
- — John and Holly Bollier, Guilford, CT
- “Fantastic all the way around! The adventure was professionally run and was the perfect combination of fun, work, accomplishment, and service. We lived for the terrific journal updates! We will definitely recommend this to friends, and will be sending our other children as well!”
- — Melanie Cox, Bryn Mawr, PA
- “Everything about the Sinai Experience — the diving, the Bedouin children, the Mt. Sinai hike, visits to St. Catherine’s and the colored canyons, the camel trek, even the hagglers — contributed to her desire to return to (and possibly live in) Egypt one day. Everyone on staff at Broadreach is always professional, informative, warm, and helpful.”
- — Laurie MacGregor, Hanover, NH
- “Broadreach lit my son’s desire to understand the world, far away cultures and Mother Nature on her terms. Chase came home a changed person. Still today when he looks at his pictures, his eyes light up and his grin is from another time.”
- — Rachel McClary, Plano, TX
- “Broadreach has broadened Chris’ world — the experiences he has encountered are unmatchable! He always comments after the trip, ‘came as strangers, became friends, left as family.’ He has friends all over the world!”
- — Cindy Yingling, Moorestown, NJ
- “Katherine had an outstanding experience. The teaching was of the highest caliber and beyond our expectations for a summer program. The staff listened to her goals and helped her reach them. Her adventure was unforgettable... Enriching... Broadreaching. You live up to your name.”
- — Martha Haley, Scottsdale, Arizona
- “My summer story is now the topic of conversation with everyone I know. What we did was so fantastic and unbelievable, I can’t image a better summer, no matter what the program. You can’t imagine how much I miss being on the trip, away from people I am privileged enough to call “close friends” and even family.”
- — Reza Cockrell, Hong Kong, China
- “‘One program = Three weeks = A lifetime of memories.’ Broadreach was a dream that came true for our daughter that brought home new goals and insight for her future. Everything was great and exceeded her expectations.”
- — Jo and DeAnn Wheeler, Black Mountain, North Carolina
- “The things I learned and the life experience I gained from my trip will stay with me for a lifetime... I learned to scuba dive, I visited a foreign country, and I experienced Spanish speaking South American culture, which has helped me tremendously in my studies this year. I also gained important character qualities such as leadership and being a part of a team. Thank you so much for an amazing summer.”
- - Jack Minihan, Cincinnati, Ohio
- “My daughter came home with her sea legs of independence! She tested and came home with A’s in self confidence to take care of herself, confirmed her teamwork skills and solidified her notion of the value of teamwork! She was awed and appreciative of her exposure to different cultures and is thankful to have been exposed to the environmental issues that so clearly affect us all. In our mind’s eye, there is no other trip that could have captured the importance of her role in the world in which we live — with confidence.”
- — Deborah and Ted Hensley, Manassas, Virginia
- “Broadreach has come through again. Hillary’s experience on Underwater Discoveries Advanced was exciting and fun in a wonderful learning environment. Safety is always a concern for parents, and Broadreach takes exceptional precautions in whatever endeavor a young person becomes involved in.”
- — Susan Moses, San Francisco, California
- “My participation in the Arc of the Caribbean program was truly the most enriching experience thus far in my life. The Broadreach philosophy is nothing short of prophecy: I experienced, I achieved, I learned and I formed friendships that will stand up to the test of time.”
- — Sarah Cottet, Jamesville, New York
- “The programs offered by Broadreach have served to open our son’s mind to an entire world of experiences and teach him how to, with curiosity and respect, exercise his imagination and cross train his mind. He has met many wonderful people in his travels with you. The consistency of excellence he has experienced is assuring and keeps him not only wanting to come back as a student, but wanting to be a leader some day.”
- — Joel and Tina Silidker, Guilford, Connecticut
- “My daughter had the time of her life. She came back a different child, more confident, outgoing, and in general so very, very pleased with her accomplishments on this trip. She continues to tell us stories of events, each which brings an enormous smile to her face. I can’t say enough good things about the effects of this trip. I warmly congratulate you on the idea and development of this program. You are changing children's lives and positively influencing their futures.”
- — Kathy Buda, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
- “The program leaders were all very supportive. I liked the fact that I could do things at my own pace and I never felt unsafe. I have gained more from this experience than I ever imagined I would.”
- — Mary Kristen Kelly, Greensboro, North Carolina
- “Broadreach was the most profound developmental experience Holly has ever had, anywhere, anyplace, anytime.”
- — Alan Holleyman, Napa, California
- “My fourth Broadreach adventure might as well have been my first. On every trip I saw something unbelievable and did things more exciting than I ever thought I would do. Whether 60 feet under the water in the Red Sea or 200 miles into the Arc of the Caribbean, traveling with Broadreach has been the coolest thing I’ve ever done. The only thing that might possibly beat these last four trips will be my fifth.”
- — Sam Gutmann, Norwood, New Jersey
- “No matter how much fun I may have here at home, nothing is like traveling to a new place and becoming best friends with people that I never knew existed... You have also taught me to appreciate all life has to offer. It was the adventure of a lifetime and I thank you for giving me and thousands of other teenagers the chance to experience it.”
- — Lauren Meding, Hinsdale, Illinois
- “We were exceptionally pleased with Morgan’s experience from beginning to end. We were impressed with the balance of physical and mental challenges, exploration of a beautiful country and community service. I cannot recommend the Broadreach experience highly enough!”
- — Carol Hester, Sarasota, Florida
- “Along with many skills that will prove useful for years to come, Broadreach gave me the opportunity to become a better leader and follower. Through living with 12 other people, I have learned the importance of communication and teamwork. These same 12 people have given me the chance to express myself in many different ways without worrying about being judged.”
- — Britt Cosgrove, Hunting Valley, Ohio
- “We have never experienced a camp, school foreign travel trip or wilderness program that was so professionally run in every aspect. It was a pleasure for all of us to be involved with Broadreach. We liked that everything was so thoroughly thought out and that if you ever had a question there was always a friendly competent person to help. We couldn’t be happier with the experience, the caring and the staff from the office to the counselors.”
- — Jane and Doug True, Seattle, Washington
- “I want to thank you for letting me experience and learn more in three weeks about myself, others, different cultures, the ocean and life than I ever dreamed of. When I signed up for Broadreach I admit I was more than a little nervous. But as soon as I stepped foot on our boat I felt like I was at home.”
- — Stefanie Salyer, Pebble Beach, CA
- “Taylor had a terrific experience! Of course, his favorite parts of the course were the dives. He obviously felt very safe and capable as a result of your talented and fun dive instructors. The hands-on experience and observation combined with the academics and cultural experiences seem to have kept him going from 6 am to 10 pm (at least!). I am amazed at your ability to organize a rigorous, broad-based, and fun program integrating all that you do, stimulating many different teenagers academically as well as socially and have such a positive outcome!”
- — Dr. and Mrs. Gary Asher, Lunenberg, Massachusetts
- “Jeff came back a much more mature person then when he left. Broadreach gave him an exciting experience in which he was not treated like a child. Being responsible for himself and others in the serious matters of diving and sailing really made Jeff feel good about himself. A whole new world has opened up for Jeff, the world of diving and underwater exploration. When your son comes home talking about bioluminescence, something has clearly clicked!”
- - Nancy Meyerowitz, West Orange, New Jersey
- “I loved the sailing and the wonderful people I met. I think it’s important for kids to get together with their peers and embark on new experiences that push their limits. I became a much more confident sailor — which was something I hoped to accomplish.”
- — Allie Torrance, Seattle, Washington
- “Our daughter made great friends and learned how to dive and sail. She is so enthused about her new sport that she is enrolling in a Rescue diver course. She never felt pushed beyond her limits yet at the same time her limits expanded dramatically. As parents, I think it will always be hard to send her on this kind of adventure expedition. At least next year we will be secure in knowing that she is safe, well cared for and having a blast. Thank you!”
- — Judy Hyman, Palm Beach, Florida
