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HIGH ENDEAVORS CHALLENGE COURSE

The High Endeavors Challenge Course is a comprehensive ropes course facility that is used to benefit a variety of user groups. Through custom designed programs the challenge course can be an effective educational tool for personal growth and development, team building and the development of personal and professional leadership skills.

The mission of the High Endeavors Challenge Course is to provide valuable learning experiences to individuals, families, community groups, businesses and other organizations through experiential, adventure-based learning opportunities.

The programs we design become effective vehicles for change and improvement for the clients we serve. From corporate executives to community leaders and from college students to professional trainers, we devise programs to enhance the effectiveness of groups and the personal growth of individuals.

Adventure-Based Learning
Adventure-based learning is a dynamic way to gain insight into personal communication patterns, the dynamics of group communication, and to increase trust and build teams. Gaining knowledge through experience, known as experiential education, is not a new technique for organizational development. However, what is growing in popularity is the use of challenge courses to achieve certain goals.

Participation as a team in games, initiatives and ropes course elements creates an environment that is conducive to learning and experiencing great group dynamics.

The first step in change is awareness. This is what the High Endeavors Challenge Course does best. Activities are processed to allow for understanding of the dynamics that occurred during the event and to highlight avenues for individual and group growth to enhance overall effectiveness. Many topics arise naturally while others may be exemplified through the use of specific activities.

Corporate Programs

• Team building
• Goal setting
• Problem solving
• Group effectiveness
• Cooperation
• Developing trust
• Leadership development
• Adapting to change
• Communication

The corporate programs at the High Endeavors Challenge Course are focused to meet the specific needs of each organization we serve. Depending on the need, we design an assessment process to determine the organization's strengths and areas for improvement. From there, specific programs are designed to enhance the effectiveness of staff, work teams and the larger organization.

Program options can include site visits and classroom sessions in conjunction with the workshops at the challenge course. In addition, a program can be linked with the San Juan College Business and Industry Training Center for comprehensive training and development needs. Contact us directly for more details.

Other Programs
We run numerous programs for a variety of user groups. Included are: community groups, school groups, youth groups, professional training, counseling groups, family groups and more. Just about anyone can reap the benefits of our custom designed programs.

Facilities
The High Endeavors Challenge Course is located just north of San Juan College in Farmington, New Mexico. The course has been carefully integrated into the high desert landscape to minimize the human impact on the land and to enhance the natural beauty of the area.

The High Endeavors Challenge Course is comprised of a number of low elements, a variety of game and initiative areas and a 50 foot Alpine Tower, complete with a giant "breath-taker" swing and Net Leap. The low level elements present both individual and team challenges, while the high elements foster goal setting, risk taking and trust through individual and partnering events. We also have access to classrooms, gymnasium space, conference rooms and an indoor climbing facility to suit all programming needs.

Accommodations
There are a variety of motels, hotels, campgrounds, bed and breakfasts and inns in the Farmington area. Contact us for a listing.

Amenities
The Four Corners area is in the heart of the southwest with access to numerous historical and archaeological sites (Mesa Verde, Chaco Canyon, Canyon de Chelly, Aztec Ruins, Salmon Ruins, etc.), beautiful and scenic environments (the Rocky Mountains, the Shiprock Pinnacle, etc.), and unlimited recreational opportunities such as golf, skiing, hiking, climbing, mountain biking and fly fishing.

Accessibility by Air
The Four Corners Regional Airport is located in Farmington, with flights arriving daily from major cities.

Rates and Availability
The High Endeavors Challenge Course is available year round, seven days a week, for half, full and multiple day workshops and courses.

Based on program design. Please call for a free consultation and price estimate.

Contact
Josh Stratman
Coordinator Outdoor Leadership
505-566-3113
stratmanj@sanjuancollege.edu

Please feel free to stop by and visit the High Endeavors Challenge Course. We would be glad to arrange a tour of our facilities. On-site presentation sessions can also be arranged.