Volunteer spotlight: Graham
Graham has made an impact at Power To Be supporting the programs on the water and on the trails. Learn more about why we are grateful to have him in our community.
Impacting the community with more than words
Sarah Kendall's story is diverse, with a common thread holding it together. She is not afraid of a challenge, and she approaches them with what she calls loving determination. Find out how that attitude helped her write her first book, and why she is donating partial proceeds to Power To Be.
Lessons in surfing and life
Standing alone on a surfboard, Anna Joy connected to something much larger than herself. Find out a trip to Tofino helped youth from BC Children’s Hospital find common ground.
Global exploration inspires cultural perspectives and personal growth
Two Wilderness School alumni were among the 120 students who took part in the 2017 Students On Ice Expedition. Find out how the adventure connected them to culture and climate change.
Work experience for community growth
Empowering youth to get their hands dirty, Power To Be and Evergreen BC inspire participants to give back to their community by educating them on the importance of environmental restoration. Find out how.
Planting community roots
Tree saplings helped participants connect to our Prospect Lake program site thanks to a donation from TimberWest. Learn more about the landscapes they contributed to.
Desolation Sound adventure creates connection
Find out how a trip to B.C.'s remote Desolation Sound brought Power To Be families closer to nature and each other thanks to the generous support of Pacific Yellowfin Charters.
Highlights from Victoria Volunteer Spring Training
Program volunteers are an integral support to the participants during all the activities that we do. To support them, Power To Be provides an annual Volunteer Spring Training weekend where active program volunteers can deepen their adaptive skill sets. Find out what they learned.
Two-wheeled adventures introduce youth to mountain biking
Youth from Power To Be’s Wilderness School took to the trails on two wheels thanks to a partnership with Nolan Riding. Find out this opportunity helped connect participants to a new kind of adventure.
Program team hones skills during annual spring training
We take adventure seriously. Read more about our annual staff training to practice our skills to help our participants explore in nature.
A different way to run the TC10K
From the trails to Mount Everest Base Camp to the paved route of the Times Colonist 10K, three Victoria organizations are raising awareness of a versatile piece of equipment that makes adventures accessible for people living in the Capital Regional District.
Happy National Volunteer Week to our amazing community
Power To Be would like to sincerely thank our incredible group of volunteers who go above and beyond every day to tirelessly support our events, our programs and ultimately help to provide the best experience possible for our participants.
Community partnerships create unique learning moments
It’s been said this is the rainiest spring in Vancouver since they’ve started recording the weather. No doubt this would deter many a folk from venturing outside for some time in nature, but the group from Canucks Autism Network were up for the adventure and we were glad to make it happen.
Power To Be set to grow in Vancouver
As demand for inclusive adventures and interest from community partners grows, Power To Be's Vancouver team is poised to increase program offerings and get more people out into nature in 2017. Find out how.
Tideline clean up reinforces need to rethink plastic
Wilderness School youth learn though action with beach clean up with the Surfrider Foundation Vancouver Island. Learn more about how they helped clean up Muir Creek.
Happy holidays from Power To Be!
On behalf of all of us at Power To Be, we hope you enjoy your holidays and time with friends and family. We look forward to sharing the opportunities 2017 will bring to explore in nature.
Camp Barnard overnight turns friends into family
Adaptive Recreation participant shares his experience camping with new friends, engaging in conversation and learning more about himself.
We Wildplayed
Find out how an adventure in the trees at WildPlay created a space to explore and extend the boundaries of what we believe is possible.
Cruickshank Canyon hike redefines access
Trust, determination and a TrailRider lead to breathtaking views. Read more to find out about an adventure into Strathcona Provincial Park that went off the beaten path.
Summit Seekers explore Golden Ears Provincial Park
From laughing fits around the campfire and nature walks through lush forests, the Summit Seekers Overnight created a medley of enriching memories that’ll last until next year’s get-away.