RESCU Academy students from 4th through 8th grade adventured to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park from June 20th through June 24th. The students started the trip off bright and early in San Diego and flew directly to Salt Lake City, Utah. Although the weather was rainy and cold, the students did not hesitate to jump in the Great Salt Lake for a buoyant swim with their peers and chaperones.  Following their cold swim, the students were off on a long drive all through Utah, Idaho, and Montana.
The first trip on the agenda was the Norris Geyser Basin where the students were surprised how hot springs smelled like rotten eggs due to the sulfur content.  Students experienced several hot springs, Old Faithful, “paint pots’, and many live animals, including Bison, Elk, Deer, Moose, and Bald Eagles.

Students also visited the Grand Teton National Park where they enjoyed breathtaking views, adventurous hikes, and fun times in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  Students then put on their booties and life jacket as they floated down the Snake River, enjoying the scenic view from their rafts. 
On the last day of the trip, students and chaperones worked together as they rowed and ventured down the rapids of the Snake River, wearing special rain gear and wetsuits.
It was a fantastic trip overall with many cherished memories and fun experiences. 
See below to see pictures and read some of the students most memorable or favorite moments:

Isaac: “My favorite part of the trip is when we saw the mom and the baby moose at Jenny Lake.  The baby moose was very playful and fun to watch run around.”
Joey: “I have a lot of memorable moments- I loved the box lunches and when we saw the buffalo crossing the street! I also loved the river rafting”
CJ: “I loved Old Faithful and going white water rafting down the Snake River!”