From the March issue of Forum
By Mark Abrams, AmSoc board member
Last year, 16 adventurous souls ventured out of São Paulo for a weekend of rock climbing and canoeing, led by the Outward Bound wilderness experts. 
All conquered the mountain and lake and mastered new skills. This semester we have a hold-onto-your-hats kind of weekend when we’ll shoot through the Juquitiba rapids in two-person inflatable rafts!Â
Up for the challenge?
Once again, we will be led by seasoned Outward Bound Brazil instructors. Prepare for a journey of discovery and to go well beyond your dreams in the true spirit of OBB. Outward Bound Brazil is a world-wide non-profit educational organization with programs that serve people of all ages and backgrounds through active learning expeditions that inspire character development, self-discovery and service both in and out of the classroom.
Two-night camp out and white water rafting expedition details:
Dates: Friday, April 16 to Sunday, April 18
Program: White Water Rafting in two-person inflatable rafts/ two-night camp-out in tents; all participants will learn the skills required of the Boy Scouts of America White Water Rafting Merit Badge of the Boy Scouts of America
Location: Juquitiba (approximately 70 kilometers from São Paulo) or, in Paraibuna if conditions warrant
Participation: open to youth (boys & girls) from age 11 to 15 and any parents who would like to attend
Transportation: the adults who attend will offer rides to those who need them
Total cost: R$350 per participant; includes all gear and equipment, food for the two days, instruction and insurance.
As space is limited to only 16 participants, please send your inquiries and reservations to Rodrigo Bastos of Outward Bound (rodrigo.bastos@obb.org.br) or to Mark Abrams (9322-7544 – marksabrams@gmail.com). If demand exceeds available space a second trip will be scheduled.
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