- Karissa

Alaska Is...  

       Alaska is a place to escape. Where you can go and forget about all of your worries. Itís more that just a mountain or a bear. Itís standing at the top of a glacier, feeling on top of the world. Itís watching a whale breech just feet away. Itís creating a new, unexpected friendship. Itís discovering who you really are, and who everyone else is. Itís finding courage that you never knew was there. Itís a new experience every time. And most importantly, itís a place close to my heart that I will never ever forget.

Final Reflections

When I first applied to be a Junior Leader, I was looking forward to experiencing Alaska over again. I never knew that it was going to be such a life changing experience. I came back to Alaska to find myself, to make a change in my life. You create a bond, not only with the people, but also with your surroundings. There is just something about it that makes you want to never leave.. And when you do, you always want to come back for more. Alaska will always be in my heart, and it has changed me for good.