Challenger, Donahue

[@jaystjohn1]

I was there back in 89 when the program was still new. The concept was very positive but there was abuse in many ways. I don't think that the parents knew what they were sending us to. It definitely was no "summer camp". It was run by a bunch of ex military guys that tried their darndest to change us instead of trying to guide us. Definitely an experience that I will always remember.

[@TemiraLital]

Hi Samantha. I'm so sorry you had to witness what happened to Kristen. You're not alone in your pain. I believe we were there at the same time - summer of 1990? There are many folks still struggling with what happened in Challenger. We have a Facebook group you can join if you want support. Look up "Challenger Foundations Survivors". Take care.

[@stacya7204]

Her mom didnt know that the letter was a song by Tracy Champman

[@MichaelHansenFUN]

many kids were not sent here and turned out fine

[@samanthacram6704]

any other Challenger survivors still struggling?

[@tinaholman956]

Steve is a first-class smart ASS

[@Bold11x]

I went thru in 89 and again in 90, and all I learned was how to manipulate adults & build a fire with sticks

[@TemiraLital]

I learned how to build a fire with sticks and then bury that fire and sleep on top of it so I didn't freeze to death.

[@samanthacram6704]

I watched them murder the 16 year old girl, Kristen Chase, and I almost died there too...

[@desixox]

Murder? Can you say what happened… I’m watching the documentary on Netflix

[@condestew]

Sorry to hear I've just watched the doc

[@hyperbabe2009]

What’s the name of the documentary?

[@TemiraLital]

They refused to give her water. Said she was manipulating them. She died of heat stroke.

[@beavergunsnroses3258]

I was in the group with Elizabeth. What a horrible experience.

[@TemiraLital]

Horrendous. Agreed. Are you part of the survivors Facebook group?

[@beavergunsnroses3258]

No I'm not,don't do Facebook.

[@TemiraLital]

Ok, well if you ever want support around the experience, there are about 80 of us in the Challenger Survivors Facebook group. We'd welcome you with open arms.

[@samanthacram6704]

what is the facebook group? @@TemiraLital

[@TemiraLital]

@@samanthacram6704 "Challenger Foundation Survivors"

[@elgeneralxx]

30:04 everybody says that what do you think about this program?

[@elgeneralxx]

Mr mormon from salt lake city

[@MsNooneinparticular]

Ugh. When will parents accept that raising their kids is THEIR responsibility alone? If your kid is unruly, that's a risk you take when you procreate. Many teens act crazy. Sending them off to a labor camp is purely selfish & irresponsible. Go to a parenting class, get some therapy & learn how to communicate with your kid. Don't wanna do that? Don't reproduce.

[@tinaholman956]

That girl in the turtle neck sweater seems brainwashed.

[@stoptroubledteenindustry5016]

The origin of these types of programs Wilderness therapy programs came out of Brigham young univeristy in 70s Therapuetic Boarding Schools was an idea created by the cult called synanon.

[@Bold11x]

I went thru with the girl in the red bandana Romy I think her name was

[@TemiraLital]

Hey, sorry you had to go through Challenger. We have a Facebook group. I can add you if you like.

[@Bold11x]

@@TemiraLital I went and joined just waiting for the add

[@TemiraLital]

@@Bold11x Looking forward to connecting with you. I was there summer 1990.

[@MichaelHansenFUN]

Spam, deceptive practices, & scams policies i got a warning but here is my comment nobody i know knows about this stuff. when i tell them they are like ignirant ignoramt ignorant

[@teresaengland100]

Well look at our kids now some of this is so true. Lord we sure hadn't help them much ..sad