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Wild and scenic

OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP GAP PROGRAM

Ages : 18-20 Length : 90 days Programming : Spring
A wild and scenic tour of the rivers , mountains , and canyons of the American West .
The Wild and Scenic gap program focuses on outdoor adventure , leadership training , and environmental stewardship while giving participants valuable outdoor industry training in the American West . In addition , you will learn applicable leadership and communication skills by working with inspiring leaders in the outdoor industry and
“ One telling observation is that many students who take gap years end up changing their intended major after returning . During college , their gap year experiences enrich their courses , strengthen co-curricular endeavors , and animate undergraduate research and creative
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— Joe O ’ Shea - Director of Florida State University ' s Undergraduate Research Department