Today we started site-seeing; I've never seen things like this. The scenery was just so beautiful that I can't wait to get my pictures developed. I know they're gonna be great. I know this is gonna be a good trip. We saw this beautiful waterfall, and we were all so excited because it was so unexpected we took so many pictures. I just know this trip will get better and better as we go along.
(S.T.)


Today we visited the Makah reservation in northwest Washington state. while there, we hiked out to Cape Flattery, the Western-most part of the lower 48. the view from the cape was beautiful: we saw sea caves formed by the waves pounding the rock. we took a lot of pictures of the view.
On the way back from the reservation, we stoped in Olympia State Park. we were expecting to see hot springs, but instead we found a beautiful waterfall. at the begining of the trail was a rotted tree stump. the hole in the stump was around five feet deep.
(J.S.)


The above was written by two of our Trekkers, Shakira and Jessica. I've also been told to include some other observations from Trekkers Kyrus and Kenny. First, they wanted you to know that one of the reasons why the waterfall was so special was that its visit was so spontaneous. It was particularly heartening for us as leaders to see the open joy that the kids experienced through Nature - both at the waterfall and while looking out at the marvelous views at the Cape. God's presence is very real in these places and we have felt Him in a different way than we usually do in Camden.
The second thing I was instructed to remark on was the friendliness of the people here. While on the reservation, some locals were confused why we had bothered to come all the way from New Jersey just to see them, we have all experienced a warmth and cordiality that is often missing back home. Whether it's at Subway or on the street, strangers have been outgoing and friendly to all of our kids; maybe that's a habit we can take back with us.
On a personal note, I am already seeing all of the kids differently than I usually do at school. I'm really looking forward to a few more days of relaxed fellowship and shared experiences. We'll check back in in a couple days!

With the love of Christ,
-Mr. Eric Neumann