Spirit’s Second Trip to Madison
At the Wisconsin State Capitol, our participants absolutely loved photographing the architecture and learning about U.S. government. They were amazed by the impressive room decor
Summer Photo Contest Winners – Week 9
From exploring new towns to enjoying new experiences, this has certainly been a summer that our participants will remember for a lifetime. For the final
Bend Elks Baseball Game
Once we got to our seats, I explained the rules of baseball to the participants, and it seemed that they understood what was going on
Week 4, Post 2: Last Day in Cotacachi
Well, after three weeks in Cotacachi, I still felt like I didn’t experience everything this small town has to offer. The last day felt so
Spirit Celebrates Exchange Day 2019
Exchange Day in Okoboji Under the motto “Eat. Play. Give.” our event in Okoboji provided international exchange program participants and their hosts an opportunity to
Week 4, Post 1: Half of the World and My Sister’s Birthday
I spent one week in Quito before moving to Cotacachi for my last three weeks, and the one thing I regret not doing is visiting
Summer Photo Contest Winners – Week 8
During their time on the Summer Work Travel program, many of our participants make their closest friends while working at their summer positions. Coworkers and
Cultural Activities in South Dakota
Gloria and I first traveled to Rapid City and held a cultural activity for all the participants in that location. Originally, we planned to meet
2019 Hike in Pigeon Forge
Spirit staff picked up the participants from their housing at 10AM on both days, using a shuttle bus provided and operated by Wilderness at the