"I discovered strength and stability. I learned to be honest with myself.... I came to accept and understand the natural ups and downs we are all bound to experience.... I valued the bonds I made with the other people and the opening effect that had on me."
– Jessica Y., 19

"(Since the quest)...The positive influences in my life are becoming stronger, and the negative, I am trying to influence with some of the stuff I have learned...A lot of my close friends have seen positive change in my life, less substance abuse and a much stronger, more articulate Alex emerging. I also know that my life is much more relaxed now, I didn’t even take a minute to realize how much extra stress I was carrying with me day to day."
– Alex T., 17

"There were so many valuable things...one thing which stands out in my mind is the opportunity to look inside of myself, and, through the vessel of my body find a new me. I found a person who wanted to dispel fear and live her life with openness.... The greatest help, thrill, comfort and joy I found on this trip were the community that we all built together."
– Ariel W., 17

"My son moved to a new level of maturity through this experience-- more confidence, willingness to be more authentic, more taking responsibility for his actions, less needing to be cool, and a sense of greater respect for himself as well as others....I am learning to trust his judgment more....that he can handle situations as they arise without the illusion that I need to or can protect him from disappointments."
– James Baraz

"This initiation into adulthood was a blessing for my daughter. She has emerged more self-confident, courageous, and self-aware....I know that some of the dreams and visions she received will guide her for a long time. I am very grateful to you for providing this for young people to stretch their wings into their coming adulthood-- they will fly more true because of it.”
– Sally McGuire