The document summarizes a canoe trip taken by S3 students at Calderglen High School as part of a John Muir Award masterclass. Key aspects of the trip included developing life skills, outdoor interests and skills, vocational benefits, and providing an externally recognized qualification at low cost. The trip helped students gain confidence, form lasting friendships, become more engaged at school, and take on leadership roles including becoming prefects. Teachers observed students working better as a team and being more focused in their studies after participating.