By Archie Adams I went to college in Maine and had the privilege of leading outdoor orientation trips for incoming students. These trips took small groups of 10–12 freshmen into the backcountry for multi-night adventures, often in the shadow of Mount Katahdin. It was a powerful introduction to the woods and waters of Maine — and to college life itself. Bonds formed quickly around the campfire and on the trail, making the transition to campus a little smoother. Of all the trip