"It's a natural high in tandem with the personal development which is going on. You can't help but be changed. The personal growth which takes place in these kids is phenomenal! They don't come back the same kids." Ron VanderVelden, Biology Teacher, Kaukauna, WI.

"The trip is not only to experience the wilderness, but also serves as a time to examine yourself and your values. During the trip, you and others become a team... It takes a great deal of cooperation and because of that many lasting friendships develop. The Voyageur Programme is one of adventure, challenge, isolation and development." Mike Kersten, Director of Outdoor Education for Everest High School.

"Many of the students have had no experience of wilderness and they pay a price in hard work to get into the park with Voyageur Wilderness Programme. Here they develop an appreciation of natural ecosystems ... in a magnificent setting, a laboratory in the broadest sense." Terry Dougherty, PhD., Calumet Campus, University of Purdue, IN.