The Road Less Traveled Blog

In celebration of our incredible 2017 Alumni, we are featuring student reflections on our blog. This reflection was written by Meena Baher, who joined us on our Utah: Unleashed program this summer. Throughout the trip, Meena showed herself to be a positive and enthusiastic group member, who contributed insightfully to group activities and discussions and gave her …

Trade in your cell phone for a shell phone this summer and join us for the adventure of a life-time.
From the crystal clear waters in Thailand to the enchanting white-sand beaches in Hawaii, our programs strive to educate, inspire, and empower tomorrow’s leaders.

At The …

Brilliant blooms abound! Here in Chicago the buds are peaking out, the birds are chirping, and our honeybees are on the way (YES, we said bees). In an effort to support our local pollinators and ecosystems, our outdoor space will soon be home to thousands of honeybees.
Stay tuned for the arrival of the bees! We are eager to welcome them …

Pop in your earbuds…
And escape into these stories.
For as long as we’ve been camping, kayaking, rafting, climbing, and exploring this earth, we’ve been telling stories. These stories allow us to transcend cultural barriers and define what it means to be human. Some offer wisdom while others offer inspiration. Some instill us with empathy while others …