Upper Missouri River Adventure Canoeing Expedition May 17-23, 2015 Applications due April 10, 2015 Click here for the 2014 Video The Experience Join Pat Big Dog Torrey and GutMonkey for the newest form of the Leading Edge program - Leading X, brought to you by Pfizer Hemophilia. Leading X is a weeklong backcountry adventure that takes place from the bow and stern of a canoe. This is your chance to be part of a select group of adults from the bleeding disorder community that will not only learn the fundamentals of canoeing, navigation, and camping; but also gain leadership skills, develop personal responsibility, and form community bonds that will serve you for years to come. Participants will break camp daily, carry everything they need in their canoes, paddle down river to each destination, and camp in tents alongside the water. As a participant, you should be prepared to challenge yourself physically, emotionally, and mentally from the demands of canoe river tripping and living out of doors for a week. Although no previous canoe experience is needed, a willingness to learn and an enthusiasm for adventure is highly recommended. So why apply to go on this trip? To become immersed in nature with a group of your peers. To explore the majestic landscape of the 10,000 Islands of Everglades National Park. To enjoy fishing, hiking, fun challenges, sitting by campfires, and some of the most satisfying work you ll do this year. This is the kind of trip that you ll never forget. The Leadership Pat Torrey and his staff from GutMonkey will be directing this expedition in collaboration with Breakwater Expeditions, a team of highly-skilled outdoor professionals with years of experience in developing and leading adventure programs and expeditions for young adults, teens and families. Patrick Torrey is the founder of GutMonkey, an adventure education company that educates people with chronic medical conditions how to live rock star lives. Pat is a facilitator and trainer known for his powerfully engaging programs that inspire individuals and teams to believe in their own ability to grow. Pat takes participants into new territory (both physically and emotionally) where they see their potential, enjoy taking risks and transfer these experiences back into their everyday life. Pat has been designing and leading adventures in the bleeding disorder community for well over a decade. Joe Torrey has facilitated learning and adventure experiences in the bleeding disorder community for the past seven years. With a degree in Outdoor Education and Leadership, and years of experience working at summer camps, outdoor schools, challenge courses, expedition programs, and classrooms, he crafts opportunities for communities to learn and grow from each other and nature. Joe lives in Portland Oregon and enjoys bike riding, composting, and general rabble rousing when he takes a break from changing lives with GutMonkey Lars Hall, lead guide and co-founder of Breakwater Expeditions, has honed his skills as an outdoor leader and guide in some of the world s most awe-inspiring classrooms. For 18 years he has developed, facilitated and guided therapeutic experiences in a variety of settings ranging from the mountains to the sea and has logged more than 1500 days in the field working with adolescents, adults and families. Leading X is generously supported by
The Destination The Missouri River is the longest river in the United States. We will explore this majestic waterway following in the footsteps of the 1805 expedition of Lewis and Clark. The Upper Missouri has a rich and interesting history, including Lewis and Clark campsites, century-old pioneer homesteads, Native American rock art and tipi (or teepee) rings, fur trading sites, and steamboat landings. This flat-water float features cottonwood trees, sandstone cliffs rising vertically from the water, and natural rock sculptures before entering the Montana badlands, where erosion has carved a three-dimensional tapestry. Wildlife abounds throughout the area where elk, mule and white-tailed deer, big horn sheep, coyotes, and pronghorn antelopes can be seen. In this journey we will experience, in an intimate way, the vast and historic Western Plains. FAQ s Video: Check out the video from our 2013 and 2014 trips: http:// youtu.be/vx61spg7lsy Dates: May 17-23, 2015 Trip Cost Per Person: This Leading-X program is fully funded by Pfizer. Participants are responsible for their own travel accommodations to and from Great Falls, Montana Limited Space: This highly desirable trip can only accommodate 9 participants. Interested individuals should send their applications in immediately! When the trip is full, we will not be able to accept additional participants. Trip Includes: Lodging, expedition food, guide service expenses, tents, sleeping bags, gear. Participants: Adults Ages Adults ages 26 and up. Guides: Qualified guides will provide a safe, fun, and meaningful adventure. Climate: Temperatures in May (45-75 degrees) Tents: We sleep in 2-3 person high quality tents. Canoes: We paddle sturdy expedition Royalex 17 and 21 canoes. Clothing: A guide will go over the clothing that you bring and supply you additional items, if appropriate. Gear: We will provide sleeping bags and all necessary camping and paddling gear for participants. Cuisine: Healthy fresh food, vegetables, fruits, nuts, grains and meats. We accommodate dietary needs. This is seriously good backcountry food, folks!
Itinerary May 17: Great Falls to Coal Banks Landing Arrive into Great Falls Stay the night in Great Falls May 18-22: The White Cliffs of the Upper Missouri River Shuttle to Coal Banks Landing on the river s edge Canoeing Expedition on the Upper Missouri River We will move camp each day, with a possible layover day Fishing, swimming, canoeing, hiking and more Take off water May 22nd Shuttle back to Great Falls May 23: Departure Home Participants either fly or drive home How do I register? Completed applications should be returned April 10, 2015 Please send, fax or email scanned applications to: Pat Torrey 1003 NE Sumner Street Portland, OR 97211 cell: (971) 219-3018 fax: (888) 313-6504 pat@gutmonkey.com CC Todd Mckibben: info@breakwaterexp.com Breakwater Expeditions
Upper Missouri River Program Date: May 17-23 Application Due: June 30 th Trips fill quickly, so apply now! Leading X Application Personal Information Name (First, MI, Last) Date of Birth - - Mailing Address City State Zip Code Preferred Phone # E-mail In case of emergency contact: Relationship Preferred Phone # Requirements for Participation A full commitment to be a part of trip for the entire duration: May 17-23, 2015. Willingness to participate in a small group community for a week in the backcountry. Willingness to go without any contact via cell phone or an internet signal. Open to being filmed and having a video of your participation go online. Completion of 3 waivers and a medical history form. Follow up communication post adventure. Brief Questionnaire (feel free to use the space provided or attach additional documents) This program requires regular physical activity, and can accommodate for a variety of ability levels. Briefly describe your activity level. Feel free to include any information about sports, exercise, or physical limitations (joint trouble, arthritis, etc.).
During this program you will need to be able to care for all of your own medical needs, this includes: self-infusion, keeping track of oral medications, working within your own physical limits. Please take a moment to describe what you will need to do to take care of yourself during the trip and how you will prepare for the trip. Why are you interested in attending Leading X? What would you like to get out of this trip? How have you been involved in the bleeding disorder community so far? (Ex. Camp staff, board member, volunteer, local chapter or national involvement) Would you be willing to get together for an anniversary visit in the future? YES NO
If you could have any superhero power, what would it be? Is there anything else you would like us to know? Please Mail, Fax, or Email Scanned Applications and/or Questions to: Pat Torrey 1003 NE Sumner St. Portland, OR 97211 Cell: 971 219 3018 Fax: 888 313 6504 Email: pat@gutmonkey.com Thanks! We look forward to hearing from you!