Testimonials

When asked the questions “I had fun during the Summer Term” and “I would recommend this program to others”, 93% of students responded “extremely!”

When asked to summarize their Summer Term experience to their friends from back home, this is what Summer Term students say:

“Well I am still trying to fit my words together. So far only awesome and amazing have come out.”

“I went on a really great program in Colorado for 6 weeks where we went on 2 backpacking expeditions, took an environmental science class and a leadership class, and did lots of fun activities. It was a really great experience because I was part of a really close community and going through unexpected challenges, I really grew as a person.”

“I was at a school/camp that allowed me to learn a lot about myself. I learned how to relate to other people better, through backpacking and other afternoon activities. It was super intense, but ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. It was one of the greatest summers of my life.”

“I would say that words are not enough to describe my experience but the best I could try and explain is that it was certainly a change from our normal lives and learning a lot about wilderness and leadership while creating life-long friendships that always support you no matter what, and that overall the summer was AMAZING and unforgettable, a life changing experience, there was not a second where I thought I had nothing to do or I was bored.”

“I just simply say it was a life changing experience. I was faced with challenges that were tough to overcome, but the time there was absolutely amazing. I would do it again in a heartbeat.”

“This summer, I stepped out of my comfort zone completely and completed six weeks in Leadville, Colorado. It was difficult at first but then got fun. We went on expeditions in the mountains for a number of days and learned how to take care of ourselves outdoors. The community at HMI is great and all the staff is loving. I love it there.”

“This past summer, I went into the Colorado Mountains and had the time of my life. I took a few classes, climbed a few mountains, spent a few days in the woods, and met a whole bunch of great people who I shared a whole bunch of laughs with. I firmly believe that going to HMI has made me a more confident, more competent, more self-aware person. In short, this past summer I made lots of friends, challenged myself, and fell deeper in love with nature.”

“Amazing!”

“I say, "I went to Colorado for six weeks over the summer, through a semester school called HMI. We spent time in the backcountry on two expeditions, where we backpacked, cooked our own food, had classes, and grew together as a group. On campus we did tons of different outdoor activities, as well as attending classes. I made so many great friends from all over the country that I will stay in touch with for years to come. It was an awesome summer!”