Ropes Challenge Course

“I am deathly afraid of heights and had already decided I would not participate in the ropes course. However, our team bonded so well and I received so much support that I went on the ropes course and loved every second of it. (Even though my legs were shaking so badly it was difficult to stand up straight). That experience changed my life and I want to thank you for pushing me outside my comfort level!”

- Bethany M. Wagner,
  National Student Leadership Conference Participant

Overcoming differences and creating a team takes work and shared experiences. On one of the first days of your Conference, you and your team will participate in an exciting Ropes Challenge Course. During this Team Challenge, you will face a number of mental and physical obstacles that will require teamwork to resolve. Whether moving your entire team across an imaginary river, over a 7ft wall, or across a ladder bridge 40 feet above the ground, you will work together, solve problems creatively and develop a bond that will last throughout your conference and beyond.

The NSLC believes in challenge by choice. While you will be encouraged to participate in all activities, only you can determine the level and type of challenge that is appropriate for you. Every activity will have ways in which all team members can play a vital role. You will find that while not every team member will elect to do every activity, they will still be a part of the team-building process as they offer encouragement and support to their teammates.