An Outward Bound Wilderness Adventure for Grieving Teens, offered in partnership with Judi's House, a support center for grieving families
Has your child or student experienced the death of a loved one?
Whether it's climbing majestic mountains, rappelling down granite cliffs, or navigating through streams and forests, your teen will discover the strength they have within to face the challenges ahead.
Heroic Journey is a unique partnership with Outward Bound Wilderness and Judi's House, specifically designed for teens coping with the death of a loved one. During this transformational seven-day wilderness adventure, participants experience powerful grief work activities woven into the context of the traditional Outward Bound curriculum.
This adventure includes hiking, backpacking, peak ascent, ropes course, and more.
"After climbing the mountain I knew I could do anything in life" - Corin, age 17
"I was able to trust more and it opened me up to more people " - Simms, age 15
"When he came back he opened up and discovered that life is worth living" - Jake’s mom
"The kids trust each other more, they share more, they smile more" - Melyssa, Judi’s House Program Coordinator
Call now to talk to an Admission Advisor 866-467-7651
Course #Dates Ages
CBC823 7/1/08 to 7/7/08 14 to 18
CBC825 7/21/08 to 7/27/08 14 to 18
CBC827 8/11/08 to 8/17/08 14 to 18
About Judi's House
Judi's House was founded by NFL Quarterback Brian Griese in honor and in memory of his mother who died when he was twelve years old. Its mission is to help children and families who are grieving the death of a loved one find hope and healing within themselves. At Judi's House, an environment of acceptance and understanding allows children and adults in peer support groups to share the experience of loss with others. Judi's House increases awareness and knowledge of grieving children's needs by extending grief support services to schools, faith-based groups, hospices, and other caregivers in the community. Judi's House, located in Denver, Colorado, has served more than 1,700 children and thier adult caregivers since 2002.
