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Missouri River Adventure Montana Backpacking Adventure Yellowstone Backpacking Adventure Rock & River Adventure Alpine Backpacking Expedition Backpacking for Aspiring Hunter Expedition Intro to Packrafting Expedition Rock Camp Expedition Missouri River Expedition 3rd Choice Expedition:Please select... Missouri River Adventure Montana Backpacking Adventure Yellowstone Backpacking Adventure Rock & River Adventure Alpine Backpacking Expedition Backpacking for Aspiring Hunter Expedition Intro to Packrafting Expedition Rock Camp Expedition Missouri River Expedition Reference #1 (adult non-family member or relative) First Name Last Name Relationship to applicant Phone Email Reference #2 (adult non-family member or relative) First Name Last Name Relationship to applicant Phone Email Motivation Why do you want to participate in a MWS Expedition? If this expedition is not your idea, please explain whose idea it is and why it was suggested that you participate. (2-3 sentences) What 3 things are you most looking forward to on your MWS Expedition? (If you have not yet read the course description please do so before answering this question, 2-3 Sentences). Describe what role the outdoors and wild space play in your life. Are these spaces important to you? Why? (2-3 Sentences) What hobbies or activities do you currently partake in? What draws you to these activities? Why do you enjoy them? (2-3 Sentences) What are your personal goals for this expedition? (2-3 Sentences) Imagine yourself 5 years from today. What dreams and goals do you have for yourself personally and professionally?(2-3 Sentences) Please describe what you hope to do with your MWS expedition education. For example, consider job skills or training for future adventures. 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