| "What direction do you want to go in?" | ||||
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| Background | |||
| "EnCompass Adventure Programs" is the culmination of 35 years of experience in the Outdoor Adventure Programming Industry. Dedicated to providing meaningful services to the youth and adults we serve, our dedication to our clients is reflected in our motto, "what direction do you want to go in?" EnCompass operates programs across the eastern United States, out of offices in Virginia Beach, Virginia. EnCompass programs bring together an unique combination of adventure, self-discovery, and challenge to our clients through uniquely tailored programs. We adhere to a strong safety standard and teach stewardship of our wild lands through LNT principles. Whether leading at-risk youth through a maze of mangroves and self-discovery in the Florida Everglades, or assisting corporate team members in navigating the waters of the Canadian backcountry and the development of their personnel and organization, "EnCompass Adventure Programs" provides a safe, meaningful and fun experience to support those needs. | |||
Staff |
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Shawn Callahan, Owner & Director Since 1993, Shawn has been leading innovative, outdoor programs serving youth, adults and corporations. He is leading efforts to integrate orienteering into youth programs, developing unique programs for foster children and at-risk youth, and developing outdoor programs that put an emphasis on service learning. Shawn has several years experience as director and facilitator of "Adventure Based Counseling" programs, challenge courses, service programs, adventure travel, organizational and team building programs. He is trained as a Wilderness First Responder, Advanced Ropes Instructor Trainer, canoe and kayak instructor, wilderness guide and extensively in group facilitation. Shawn enjoys running, backpacking, sea kayaking, and of course orienteering. |
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Bob Callahan Since 1975, Bob has been a leader in the field of "Adventure Based Counseling (ABC)." He launched Sierra II, the first ABC program in the state of Virginia. A former probation officer, he has many years of experience working with at-risk and adjudicated youth. Bob has also launched programs providing experiential based training and development for corporations and adventure travel throughout the country. Bob has been an EMT since 1980, once EMT of the year, advanced life support training, and regional CISM Team Member. Bob is a NOLS and Outward Bound alumni and safety auditor. A triathlete and runner, he enjoys a challenge and a variety of outdoor pursuits. |
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| Newsletter | |||
| Read our newsletter. Wether you want to read the current issue or thumb through articles from previos seasons, it's all here. | |||
| Articles | |||
| Trust
Me, No Really 2005 article about Encompass (PDF file) |
Experiential
Youth Program A brief description about ABC (PDF file). |
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| Adventure
Therapy The story of our Adventure Base Counseling program. |
On
the Ropes A newspaper article about our Business Adventures. |
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| Trips
to Remeber News about our wilderness outings. |
Wheaties
Energy Crunch Hometown Champion National recognition for fitness and community service. |
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| Slide Shows (Slide Shows take a moment to run) | |||
| Canadian Canoe Trips North woods paddling, a summertime treat to canoeists. |
Canaveral National Seashore Sea kayaking on Florida's Space Coast. |
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| Colorado 14ers Hiking the 14,000+ foot peaks of Colorado. |
Business Adventures Team building and organizational development. |
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| Everglades Sea Kayaking Exploring this vast wilderness at the tip of Florida. |
Great Smoky Mountains Southern mountains and lakes, a dreamy paddle destination. |
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| Backpacking and Hiking On the trails, close to nature and challenge. |
Rock Climbing Scaling sheer walls, and new challenges. |
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| Other Adventures A variety of other pursuits in the outdoors. |
Paddling in Tidewater Virginia Beach & surrounding Tidewater are rich with waterways for paddling. |
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Encompass Adventure Progams, PO Box
9073, Virginia Beach, VA 23450 |
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