Stories from the field.

SCUBA Skills = Life Skills

The goal isn't to just teach young people how to breathe underwater. That's just where the lesson begins. Through scuba, students learn to manage fear, communicate under pressure, solve problems, take appropriate risks, and persevere when something doesn't come easily. What starts as a scuba certification becomes an opportunity to develop skills that extend far beyond the water. However, for one to get to that point, they must understand and master basic skills in order to discover how those translate above the water.

Preparation Before the Climb

In a world that feels increasingly uncertain, one thing remains clear: young people need mentorship, challenge, and opportunities to grow.

When the Cold Tested Them, Leadership Was Forged

Temperatures plunged well below zero. Wind chills reached levels many of the students had never experienced. Flights were delayed, plans shifted, and every participant was pushed far beyond their comfort zone. And that is where the transformation began. When our alumni team stepped into the frozen landscape of Crawford Notch, New Hampshire, they expected ice climbing. Every student came prepared with the best equipment they could get.

Stepping Into the Granite State: Why Place Matters in New Hampshire

As we prepare to head north for our upcoming ice climbing expedition, we’ve been talking a lot about the environment we’re stepping into, not just the cold, but the place itself. Because New Hampshire isn’t just a location on a map. It’s a landscape with a story. A story shaped by granite, wind, mountains, and people who have learned to survive and adapt in some of the harshest conditions in the Northeast. And that story matters.

Longs Peak and Climbing Toward Leadership

The pinnacle of the trip, both literally and figuratively, was Day 4’s summit attempt of Longs Peak, one of Colorado’s most formidable 14,000-foot mountains. This challenge was more than just a hike—it was a mental and physical battle against exhaustion, extreme altitude, and harsh weather conditions.

Britt Challenge 2023

Christmas Gala

It’s hard to believe it has been two months since the very first Britt Foundation Christmas Gala. While the holidays have come and gone, and a new year has begun, I find myself constantly reflecting on that magical evening—December 1 at the Gala 417 venue.

Britt Challenge 2022

Britt Challenge 2021

Celebrating Community and Fitness at the Britt Challenge 2021 Hundreds of individuals gathered in sunny San Diego, CA, to honor the incredible legacy of Christopher Brittingham at the First Annual Britt Challenge 2021. This event was not just a workout; it was a celebration of community, strength, and remembrance.