Values
THE WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE
Immersion in the natural world is the foundation of Origin Expeditions. Individuals will spend anywhere between one and five days eating, sleeping, and traveling in the wilderness on any of our courses. While this may seem daunting at first, clients will learn just how easy it is to live comfortably in the outdoors and experience the health benefits of being outside for extended periods.
Traveling along rivers and through mountains presents unique challenges that do not exist in the developed world. Nature is the perfect setting for developing skills overlooked in conventional education. We encourage clients to leave cellular devices or any other electronics behind during a course. While this may be challenging to some, this will allow each individual to focus on their immediate surroundings, build genuine relationships, and learn to find joy in simple living.
HEALTHY LIVING
Origin Expeditions develops healthy lifestyles by focusing on optimization of each individual’s body, mind and relationships by integrating healthy food, physical activity, stretching, adequate sleep and mindfulness during their stay. Each course offers organic food sourced ethically and, when possible, locally. Clients exercise as they paddle down rivers, climb mountains, and hike through forests. With the sun as a clock and the absence of electronic devices, natural and adequate nights of sleep will be consistent during an Origin course.
COMMUNITY AND TEAMWORK
Social psychologist Abraham Maslow propounded the theory of human needs known as Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. His theory states that humans are motivated by five levels of needs, including the desire for community. Being in a relationship with others is a crucial component of every human’s experience. As such, it is a core element of every Origin Expeditions course. On an expedition, individuals will discover the importance and gratification of being a community member as they carry out everyday tasks associated with life in the wilderness and step into leadership roles. As they overcome obstacles and enjoy the beauty of brilliant sunsets and gripping wildlife encounters, clients will build powerful relationships that will last for years to come.
EXCELLENCE AND LEADERSHIP
Origin Expeditions strives to create leaders and individuals who are proficient in backcountry travel. Clients are not just observers along for the ride—they are active participants in the success of each expedition. Each trip's objective is to teach clients the knowledge and skills required to organize excursions safely and enjoyably on their own. Clients will leave each course with an intermediate understanding of the focused activities of their course, whether it be canoeing or backpacking. Origin aims to help individuals understand that they are a part of something more significant than just themselves and encourages them to behave as such both on their course and upon returning home.
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