About Us
At Great Adventure Camping Trip, we believe that nature has the power to transform and empower the lives of youth and their families. Our mission is to provide immersive outdoor education, leadership development, and therapeutic support to foster resilience, communication, and craftsmanship skills. We are committed to helping youth develop their confidence, independence, and self-awareness through the great adventure camping trip experience. We strive to make a positive impact on individuals and communities by empowering them with the tools and skills they need to succeed.
"The best way to predict your future is to create it." - Abraham Lincoln
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower and transform the lives of youth and their families through The Great Adventure Camping Trip experience, providing immersive outdoor education, leadership development, and therapeutic support to foster resilience, communication, and craftsmanship skills."
Our Vision
Our vision is to mend and fortify the foundation of single-family homes across the nation, instilling confidence and mental strength in youth through comprehensive outdoor leadership and survival training, ultimately creating a legacy of empowered future leaders."
Meet Our Founder
Benjamin 'Bo' Pride
Founder, Executive Director
From a challenging childhood in Jacksonville's projects to a retired Army Major with 28 years of service and leadership through three combat tours, his life story is one of resilience and dedication. Overcoming early adversities, he focused on military service, rising through the ranks and contributing significantly. Post-retirement, he founded the Great Adventure Camping Trip Group, inspired by his transformative experiences, to mentor and support young individuals facing challenges, embodying his commitment to giving back and fostering resilience in others.
