The Pioneers
In 2010, a teacher at Northwest Passage and professional photographer, Ben Thwaits, brought to life his idea of using nature photography as a therapeutic outlet. These photographs represent the beginning of a program that has impacted hundreds of children, helping them find beauty in the world around them, and within themselves.
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"River Swimmer" by Derek, 17 | The Pioneers
About Derek: "My name is Derek. I am 17 years old and I am from Superior, Wisconsin. I have been through a lot in life with my family and friends. I have had a lot of problems with substance abuse, but I am turning things around thanks to Northwest Passage. My dream is to be an underwater welder when I get older. For me, nature photography is a way to get away from all my problems. It was something I didn't really know about or care about when I came here, but the more I worked at it, the more I turned out to love it. Now it's my passion."
