CherokeeSmartsville, California52 years old I never in my wildest dreams ever could have thought I would ever have the opportunity to join in on such an amazing adventure. I perceived it to be that only super athletic fit individuals could accomplish the feat so it was never on my mind that I would ever do…
NavajoRocklin, California55 years oldEmployee at Sam’s Club, Roseville, California My name is Sylvia Valdez. I would like to participate in the PATHSTAR Alcatraz swim week because I feel that I have worked hard in these last 5 years of working the diabetes prevention program and that this is my next step. I started my personal…
Colville Confederated Tribes, Okanogan BandSpokane Valley, Washington35 years oldCounselor, Kalispel Tribe, and Lifestyle Coach, YMCA of the Inland Northwest My participation in PATHSTAR is something that has stuck with me over the years. I was reflecting on how a few of the program tips are still active in my daily life. My personal and professional…
Oglala LakotaKyle, South Dakota33 years oldE911 IT Specialist My name is Samantha White; I was born and raised on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. I attended and completed my education at Little Wound School, University of Minnesota and Oglala Lakota College with hopes of continuing my education and receiving a PhD in Business Administration. I…
Colville Confederated Tribes, Nez Perce BandCoulee Dam, Washington59 years oldRegistered Nurse, Area Agency on Aging, Colville Confederated Tribes I would like to participate in the PATHSTAR Alcatraz Swim Week, because this would be my 3rd swim, and with each swim I appreciate even more the message of the PATHSTAR Organization. It has taken a while…
Colville Confederated TribesPlummer, Idaho59 years oldBenewah Medical Center: Suicide Case Manager My name is Theresa M Bessette. I am an enrolled member of the Colville Tribe and am also a current veteran of the National Guard. This is my 5th year returning to PATHSTAR. My journey started a few years ago, and has moved along…
Upland, California16 years oldStudent, Upland High School, Upland, California My name is Savannah Trujillo. I’m 16 years old, and I’m a Student at Upland High School. When PATHSTAR was first brought to my attention, my interest was solely based on the thrill of swimming in the bay from Alcatraz. As I ventured deeper into the…
Sicangu LakotaUpland, California15 years oldStudent, Upland High School, Upland, California Hello. My name is Sanaa Johnson. My background is Lakota Sioux, African American, Creole, and Mexican. I’ve been a part of this program last year and absolutely feel in love with it. I have to admit when I first got there I was nervous to…