Adventure Team Building – the Fun Way to Success

Team building events are seen by many as a necessary evil to the workweek. But it doesn't have to be that way! Adventure Team Building is an exciting and efficient way for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy each other's company, while learning new skills and becoming more independent at the same time.

In this blog post we will show you:

- Why Adventure Team Building is such a great idea for your next event; 

- The benefits of hosting an Adventure Team Build; 

- What type of adventure team building is available; 

- How popular outdoor activities can help with leadership development.

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"[...] I coach for a living so I'm probably biased here but... adventure team building is the best thing EVER! It's so much fun and you're working together as a team and it's not just something done separately." - Jana , Co-Creator of Adventure Team Building

"Adventure team building = LOVE!" - Stacia , Co-Creator of Adventure Team Building

"We love our adventures. A big thanks to you and your team. Without your help our team building adventures would not have been as fun, exciting and successful. We look forward to the next adventure." - David M , Co-Founder of Young Presidents Organization

"Thanks for helping us develop a deeper connection as a group and as individual friends." - Jamie/Lisa/Dave , The Wildland Firefighters Association

 "Adventure Team Building provided us with a new way to get to know one another in a fun, relaxed environment. Even though we don't have time for traditional team building any more at work, we really enjoyed this experience and hope to find another adventure company like yours that offers something similar. We would recommend this program to anyone looking to build a stronger, more cohesive work team." - Tricia , Sales Administrator at US Web

"Thanks for a great time during our retreat this week! Our team really enjoyed the activities and adventure team building was a good time for all." - Heath , VP of Marketing at Encore Internet Services

"We did it - we ziplined and canyoned with Adventure Team Building! (pictures) Thanks again for your help and support throughout the process. I'd say that even with only four people, you've definitely made a client out of us!" - Chris , Senior Account Manager at Facebook

"If you have an opportunity to work with Adventure Team Building, do it. It is the best activity I have been to. I will definitely refer you and your company to others." - Godfrey , Environmental Educator at The University of North Texas

"I love the Adventure Team Building! The staff is friendly and super helpful. I've done indoor team building over the years, but my favorite is outdoor adventure team building because it's so much fun!" - Marissa , MBA Student

"This was a great first experience with Outdoor Adventure Team Building! All four of us had a blast!" - Jeremy , Stock Options Analyst at KPMG

"This was a really good learning experience for all of us. I enjoyed learning about the 5-person team structure and the way they operate. The team building exercises were helpful in understanding the skillsets of different people on my team." - Chris , Credit Analyst at Huntington National Bank

"Our Leadership Summit this weekend was awesome! The activities you put together were both fun and challenging, but more importantly, I think our entire Leadership Team really bonded throughout this event. We are already talking about planning another event next year! Thanks again for all your help!" - Katie , Marketing Director at IAC Search & Media

"We did it - we ziplined and canyoned with Adventure Team Building! (pictures) Thanks again for your help and support throughout the process. I'd say that even with only four people, you've definitely made a client out of us!" - Chris , Senior Account Manager at Facebook

"This was an awesome experience! All five of us from the Leadership Development Committee had a great time. The Adventure Team Building activities were fun and challenging, and the team giving project was very eye-opening. I appreciate your patience with all of our crazy questions." - Brian , Project Manager at US Web

"I had a great time on Sunday! Thanks for the adventure team building experience. I really liked the way you facilitated and led the workshops in both activities. You are very approachable and easy to talk to." - Gail , Global Marketing Manager at Ubisoft

"Thanks for a great time during our retreat this week! Our team really enjoyed the activities and adventure team building was a good time for all." - Heath , VP of Marketing at Encore Internet Services

"Thank you so much for coordinating this trip to the Boulder Outdoor Survival School. After speaking with several participants, I think everyone really enjoyed the activities and team building elements that were implemented. I especially appreciated how well organized and safe the event was." - David , Transportation Engineer at AgTarget, Inc

"I just wanted to thank you again for the wonderful work you did in organizing the whole trip. It was great fun and we had such a good time in the outdoor survival school. I think it was a perfect way to start the trip." - Anatoly , Founder of Game-Nest

"Adventure Team Building provided us with a new way to get to know one another in a fun, relaxed environment. Even though we don't have time for traditional team building any more at work, we really enjoyed this experience and hope to find another adventure company like yours that offers something similar. We would recommend this program to anyone looking to build a stronger, more cohesive work team. " - Tricia , Sales Administrator at US Web

"The staff really enjoyed the day. It was a good amount of time, fun, and well run." - Jim , Staffing Manager at United Way of Central Ohio

"We had an awesome team building experience! Everyone had a great time." - James , Software Developer at IAC Search & Media

"Thank you for coordinating a great team event for us. The Colorado Trail Race was awesome! The event ran smoothly, the people were great and I enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you for all your efforts to ensure that your events are unique to our organizations needs and provide value to my team.

Conclusion: mission accomplished!" - Jason , Employee Relations Specialist at Elan

"Many thanks for a wonderfully thorough and fun day yesterday. It was an absolute pleasure working with you and I appreciate your professionalism." - Kristen , Client Services Director at Ritchie, Lewis & Evitt, LLC

"The staff really enjoyed the day. It was a good amount of time, fun, and well run.