In mid October, William Hayes (Associate Chaplain) took eight students on Wilderness Ministry's Fall Break Wilderness Trek to the Dolly Sods Wilderness, WV. The group spent four days backpacking, learning outdoor skills, and exploring their spiritual journeys. Students learned how to set up and move camp, prepare and cook meals, navigate trails, and minimize environmental impact.

Through readings, discussions, and other activities, they explored where they have been and where they hope to go in their own spiritual journeys. The group built a close-knit community in a short amount of time and the students found new friends and a greater confidence in themselves.