Scott Ingram

Director of Admissions

Scott is the Director of Admissions at Rustic Pathways. He has spent the last 15 years in the student travel and experiential education world. Before helping families find the perfect Rustic Pathways program, he led gap year programs that took students around the world and spent three years teaching English in Japan. Read More About Scott.

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12 Fun Facts About Morocco to Inspire Your Next Journey

July 17, 2024 · 7 min read

Morocco just got WAY more interesting. These 12 facts will BLOW YOUR MIND!

Forget TikTok Dances: Here Are More Interesting Dances Around the World

July 5, 2024 · 10 min read

Forget Charli D'Amelio (okay, she's actually a great dancer), but check out these 12 AWESOME dance styles from around the world!

Planning a Capstone Project in High School: Tips and Project Ideas in 2026

May 31, 2024 · 7 min read

Learn how a high school capstone project with Rustic Pathways can boost your skills and provide real-world experiences. Find out about exciting summer programs that make a difference!

117 Fun Facts About The Olympics

May 31, 2024 · 13 min read

Did you know the longest wrestling match in Olympic history lasted over 11 hours? Learn more intriguing facts about the Olympics, from ancient Greece to the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. Explore notable milestones, legendary athletes, and captivating moments that have defined the world's most prestigious sporting event.

Community Service Ideas: How to Help Your Community as a Student [Updated May 2026]

May 30, 2024 · 13 min read

Ways a student can start doing real service work, from a school club to a neighborhood project, with examples of teens who did it and what it actually took.

Search and Rescue: How SAR Teams Handle the Worst Emergencies

May 28, 2024 · 13 min read

Who comes when things go badly wrong in the backcountry. What search and rescue teams actually do, the calls they get most, and how people end up volunteering.

7 Wonders of Australia: The Most Famous Places In Australia

May 26, 2024 · 8 min read

When visiting Australia, many students see famous wonders like the Great Barrier Reef. But there are other wonders to view along the way.

Travel to Ghana (2026 Guide): Safety, Tips, and Essential Checklist

May 24, 2024 · 12 min read

Travel to Ghana, a diverse nation with over 100 ethnic groups. Join your friends from Rustic Pathways for an epic West African adventure.

Who Are Service Learning Trip Participants?

May 22, 2024 · 7 min read

Who signs up for a service learning trip, and at what age. A plain answer for families wondering whether their student is too young, too old, or exactly right.

17 Inspirational Quotes About Service Learning to Ignite Your Community Spirit

May 22, 2024 · 11 min read

Many famous quotes center on the idea that giving back can be life changing. These renowned sayings about service learning inspire us to do more to help our neighbors and the worldwide community.

Show Me the Money: Currency in Dominican Republic, Peru, Costa Rica and Ecuador

May 21, 2024 · 7 min read

What you need to know about local currencies in several countries in the Americas.

9 Famous Travelers Who Charted the New World

May 20, 2024 · 10 min read

Take a look at just some of the people who have changed the world of travel through their expeditions, including a few travelers who overcame major barriers on their road to exploration.