Given a rating of Challenge Level 1 (out of a maximum of 10), we consider the physical aspect of MCCE to be very accessible to any moderately fit, motivated student. The focus of the trip will be on writing, but students will also engage in short hikes, sea kayaking, and a hands-on service project with a local land trust. While the physical challenge level of this trip is low, students should come prepared to be challenged intellectually - as you can see in the trip overview, the college essay will not write itself just by coming on this trip - we'll give you tools to succeed, but you'll need to be ready to work hard at writing your essay. Please note that all of Apogee's Challenge Levels are not scientific and are subjectively calculated by the Apogee staff.