TESTIMONIALS

“Our family has known Spencer for more than four years. He has provided wonderful role modeling and support during our son’s transition into adolescence. Spencer’s gentle manner, combined with his knowledge and enthusiasm for nature, make him an ideal mentor and guide for children as they navigate their way through today’s complex world.”
-Parent, Elemental Quest

“Two years of adventuring in the wild with Spencer—whether on day hikes or multi-day backpacking treks—infused my son’s life with a bold spirit and an enduring passion for the natural world.”
-Parent, Homeschool program

“Spencer has been our son’s teacher and mentor for many years and has honestly been one of the best people in our lives.  Our son is homeschooled and has learned so much through his outdoor studies with Spencer.  I am always so impressed with the knowledge that he shares and also with the way that he relates to the students in his groups.  We are so lucky to know Spencer!”
-Parent, Homeschool program

“Thank you for this epic recounting & the amazing photos from the trip.  The boys came back so alive & expanded & vibrant… and just soaking in all that they had done, seen, reckoned with, and felt.  So many moments on the trip seemed to be beyond what words can do justice to, which is just as it should be when we have such a full-body experience.  Their time with you has encouraged humor, confidence, humility, sharing, thoughtfulness, courage, self-reflection, a light touch, new skills, new perspectives, and and and…..so many of life’s most important qualities/learnings.

“I am so hugely heartened by the work you do in the world, and with our boys in particular, and super grateful to have been in your loving circle for these last couple of years…. It has been fundamental to [my son] more deeply knowing and expanding into who they already are and also who they can be, in this world…  SO I am just sitting here, soaking in how incredibly lucky they (and we, by extension) are to have had this time together at this moment on Mother Earth.”
-Parent, Elemental Quest