Day 2 - Arriving at Navajo Nation

After waking up from our comfortable hotel beds, eating breakfast, and packing the cars, we set off on our 3-hour road trip up to the Navajo reservation. 

As we drove through the mountains, we saw the result of the blizzard from the night before. The snow covered the trees and ground, making for an amazing scenic drive. 

Once we arrived, we were greeted by Experience Mission's volunteers, the sweet dogs, and a cat named Catrick, who immediately stole everyone's heart. 



We quickly got settled in the sanctuary and prepared our sleeping bags for the night. In the meantime, some prepared songs for worship while many played card games. 

After lunch, we took a hike to an overlook above a beautiful canyon. 

Upon completing our exciting but muddy hike, we gathered to eat dinner, which consisted of pasta, garlic bread, and salad. Afterward, Experience Mission briefed us on cultural sensitivity and to remember to value the people over our projects. 

Many card games later, everyone went to bed in preparation for tomorrow's hard work. 

Written by: Olivia Quiocho (10) and Aubrey Somers (10)