The relational leadership model that was taught to me in HDF 415 is one of my favorite models, because it involves knowing the individuals you are leading, and using that knowledge to empower them, and help them grow as a leader. I see this theory come out a lot on the North Woods Challenge course. When facilitating a retreat for the challenge course the leader must be inclusive of everyone, there will be people who’s’ biggest challenge is getting out of the car and into the mud, and there are others who will be trying to swing from tree to tree. The differences don’t stop there, but as always the leader must be respectful and inclusive towards all of those participating. The entire challenge course is process-oriented and is done to help the
