Dubbed Generation Y, Millennials or Echo Boomers, these young, hunched spirits casually roam our country, spellbound within their handheld virtual worlds, only to come up for air to take a quick glance at the world through their untamed tresses.
Their suave, easily mistaken for arrogance, determined to right the wrongs of those who roamed before them. Equipped with the powerful expectation of what was previously deemed impossible, unattainable and simply unheard of. They are bearers of change, seeking meaning, seeking truth. They own the future. They are – your kids.
They are different in every way, and to many a surprise, not so much for the sake of simply being different. They crave understanding and respect. Fellowship and sharing. And although they are so easily labelled as being unbalanced, ill rounded and darn right… left, is it not simply a case of trying to define that which frankly cannot be found in any a respectable thesaurus?
Today’s youth face challenges their parents cannot even think to fathom. They need to be able to adapt to rapid and radical change, to grasp the complex dynamics of various cultures and to distinguish between fact and fiction as the difference grows ever so hard to tell. Amidst a world wide web of opinions, views and attitudes, they are expected to develop their own individual identity, strong enough to withstand unavoidable criticism yet flexible enough to allow for vital growth.
How is it then, that we are so quick to shake our heads in frustration as we are convinced that this too shall pass and that they will soon surrender their peculiar ways and start to act normal?
MiFootprint is convinced that this generation will not only be different in their youth, but so too as adults and elders. They will continue to be dynamic, adventurous go-getters. Is this not exactly the generation this country – and even the world – needs to move forward as we enter a new decade?
With a sincere passion for the country’s youth as their driving force, this group of young entrepreneurs has made it their mission to create experiences which serve this oft-misunderstood generation’s needs in exciting, fun and unique ways. They aim to strike a healthy balance between the youth’s tech-savvy, virtual world and the natural world, naturally. MiFootprint’s experiences are designed to enable the youth to leave their own unique footprint at various unforgettable destinations as they (re)discover South Africa.
]]>Clearly not intimidated, he arrogantly reveals his estranged face and says; “this is modern education Mom, get real!”
Discouraged, I fall back into my chair and stare outside the window at the Jacaranda-covered lanes. When I was young, these streets were filled with the sound of children laughing and playing until after dusk. Why are today’s kids so different?
They are different because they face challenges we as parents cannot even think to fathom. They need to be able to adapt to radical change, to grasp the complex dynamics of various cultures and be able to distinguish between fact and fiction as the difference grows ever so hard to tell. Amidst a world wide web of opinions, views and attitudes, they are expected to develop their own individual identity, strong enough to withstand unavoidable criticism, yet flexible enough to allow for vital growth.
This begged the question; how do I as parent play a part in this growth? How do I prevent my good intentions from staying just that? I faced this dilemma about two months ago. Now that this soccer world cup thing that kept this city crawling with funny-talking strange-looking camera-hugging visitors is finally over, my life is somewhat normal again.
I hesitated at first. What if John gets home-sick? What if he falls into a depression when he realizes he can’t do an obstacle course and Mxit at the same time? What if some wild animal attacks him while he secretly sneaks away to check everyone’s Twitter updates?
After careful consideration, however, I realized that an adventure camp might just be what John needs. Instead of staring at his own feet, there will be other kids, much like him, with feet of their own at which he could take a quick glance before he studies their real faces and makes friends. He will experience the outdoors in new, fun ways. See magnificent wild life, work as a team, and learn to appreciate the more simple pleasures of life. John needed convincing, though, and his anticipated reluctance came in the form of: “This is so lame! I hate you! Give Dad sole custody!”
I had to tuck away my smile, however, and be the concerned parent. I had to make John see how messing around with the Minolta outside my office for two months will definitely not be fun; how Gran will only agree to short visits since today’s kids are just too hard to entertain; or how R200 per day for numerous trips to the mall will simply be too expensive.
John proved the fact that there is indeed a first time for everything, when he eventually agreed to go.
After three days without a word from John, I started to worry. Is he okay? Does he really hate me? When John eventually called he was different. He sounded happy, animated and alive!. He couldn’t stop talking about the animals (real ones with big horns) and new friends that do not only exist inside his computer or phone. He was excited, vibrant and having loads of fun.
Whoever thought a company with a name like MiFootprint could have such a profound influence in my techno-boy’s life? He left his unique footprint and got a taste of what this beautiful country has to offer. I am no longer that paranoid parent. I see now how I underestimated John’s generation and find a strange sense of comfort in his oddness.
]]>The activities include:
• Abseiling
• Giant Slides
• Self Defense
• Archery
• Game Drives
• Paintball
• Field Focus
• Adventure courses
• Raft Building
• Go-cart Racing
• Horse Riding
• Swimming
• Volley Ball
• Live Bands
• Abseiling
• Giant Slides
• Self Defense
• Archery
• Game Drives
Warthog Inn is fully equipped with a conference hall for life changing lectures and workshops which provide tailor made and balanced development and education. Other activities include:
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Adventure Courses
• Paintball
• Field Focus
• Raft Building
• Go-cart Racing
• Horse Riding
• Swimming
• Volley Ball
• Live Bands
Coordinates:
25°31′27.91″S
27°50′18.07″E
Directions:
Warthog Inn is situated 35km north of Pretoria on the N4 highway.
Drive on the N4 in the Polokwane direction and take the off ramp to Rustenburg N4 just before the Polokwane tollgate. There are two tollgates on the N4 the first Tollgate Doornpoort Plaza the toll tarrifs for a class 1 vehicle is R 7.80 and Brits Plaza also for the class 1 vehicle R 7.80. The Brits off-ramp is on your left just a few kilometers after you have passed through the last tollgate. Make a right turn at the off-amp towards Brits. Turn right when you get to the first crossing at the Sasol Garage on your right hand side. Make a left turn when you get to the Letlhabile road. Go straight untill you reach the Mamogaleskraal road that turns right. You will pass a school on your left and 2km from there is your destination, turn left at the Warthog Inn sign and drive straight until you reach the Warthog Inn gate on you ride hand side. Follow the directions to the Lodge on the road from the gate.
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Still struggling to devise plans on how to survive the month long June holiday this year? No need! MiFootprint has loads of meaningful, fun filled adventures planned for 7-13 year olds, high school pupils and university students. Unforgettable experiences, new friendships, meaningful identity development and the opportunity to leave your own unique footprint at every exciting destination await you!
Various camps at various destinations will be held throughout the June holiday. Although there are loads of fun to be had during all these adventures, students will leave with a new found relationship with nature, their peers and a clarified vision of their purpose as an individual. They will have the opportunity to leave their own unique footprint and name in concrete at every destination, giving them as sense of ownership and pride as they reconnect with their beautiful country that is South Africa!
]]>3 meals p/day, Game drives
Obstacle courses, Absailing
Paintball, Self-defense and more…
3 Nights ALL inclusive 4 only
R450 p/p
Please visit back here soon to see what we cooked up for you!
Contact us with your private party needs!
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