Students Brave the Elements on Outdoor Adventure in Jamaica, Vermont

Eight Eaglebrook students representing three different grades came together for an unforgettable outdoor experience in Jamaica, Vermont. They took on the elements and made the most of a rainy, chilly weekend in true Eaglebrook spirit.

The group camped out in scenic Jamaica and enjoyed a wide variety of homemade meals, thanks to our amazing kitchen staff. From handmade pizzas and pancakes with bacon to cold cut sandwiches, grilled steak, chicken kebabs with rice, and Caesar salad, the food was just one highlight of the trip.

Adventures included a hike to the 125-foot Hamilton Falls in Jamaica State Park, where a few students took a "polar plunge" into the cold bottom pool of the falls. The group also explored fishing holes along the West River, reaching them via ATVs (driven by faculty), and trying their hand at both spin and fly fishing.

Evenings were spent around the fire, telling stories, and cooking up classic s’mores. Despite the less-than-ideal weather, spirits remained high throughout the trip, and every student left hoping to return next year.