40 Years of Four Point Celebration

Os deseamos muchas felicidades en el 40 aniversario y os deseamos que cumpláis otros 49.

Keep pushing forward!

This donation is with deep love and gratitude for our dear friends Bill and Ki Clough who launched the Four Point program at Gould and who have inspired generations of Gould students and faculty.

Marty ('85) missed the inaugural Junior Four Point trip by one year! Glad that Hannah ('24) , and now Henry ('26), have been able to have this amazing experience.

What Gould graduate could ever forget this trip?? I’m so glad Gould is still running the program! There is no better way to discover one’s inner strength and the capacity to work together in a group when circumstances get challenging. Junior Four Point was one of the best lessons of my life.

Midnight....Old Speck....almost full moon....ramen....magical! Beth Allen, you were there. What do you remember???

Great program, great leaders

Not sure. Wasn’t there.

Great program

Good luck Brandon!

$40 from each member of our family!

Our sons each have wonderful memories of their Four Point experience.

Good luck and lots of fun you Huskies!

I went on the first winter backpacking outing, in our very heavy wool pants. We had no idea what to expect. That year we backpacked all of our food, which meant we had heavy packs. I think Phil Tabor’s pack was over 100lbs! We got rained on the night before our 24 hour solo and a few other students’ sleeping bags got wet. For my 24 hour solo I made a nice fire area and shelter, had a nice meal with hot chocolate by the fire. After writing a song about the adventure (which we eventually performed during Morning Assembly) I called it a day. But upon getting into my sleeping bag I first realize that it’s not my size Long bag, but a Medium. And then as I push farther into it I find out why someone had switched sleeping bags, because the bottom 1/3 of this one was wet. Nothing I could do then, so I put my parka back on so I could just use the dry part of the bag for my legs. The entire experience was exceptional. ¡Thanks so much to Gould, and the Cloughs for starting The Four Point Program!

Such a memorable time! I’ll never forget overlooking Gorham, NH at night under the stars and full moon. Here’s to another 40 years!

13" of wet snow on solo night

The Junior Four Point Program is great!

Our son was excited for his Jr. 4 point, but as his parents, we were even more excited ! He came out of the woods a young man with new profound knowledge of what he and others are capable of. He made new friends, honed in on his leadership skills, thoroughly enjoyed his adult companions, simply it was transformative for him and we were beyond grateful to have had this opportunity.

A big should out to the Mannings and Mr. Wight who made it possible for me to go on four point. They created a modified food plan that was dairy free yet provided adequate calories for the adventure <3

Amazing program!

Wonderful experience for all involved

Go class of 2015!

Incredible experiences!

Well done!! Here’s to forty more

Singing and playing games as we trudged through fresh snow everyday.

Junior Four Point makes Gould's alum have the ultimate story- I went winter camping in Maine for 8 days. I am so grateful to have had this experience and while winter camping is not my thing, it taught me perseverance and grit.

Love Gould’s passion for the outdoor life, and the adventurous staff who keep it going!!

Four Point was a transformative experience for my son, and revealed, to himself and others, his tremendous resilience, generosity and character in ways no classroom setting could.

Class of 96 - Hutch's group.

Junior 4 Point was one of the BEST weeks of my three years at Gould, and it inspired many future adventures. If I could only choose one program to support at Gould, it would this one! Congratulations to 40 years of changing lives in the winter woods of Maine! Keep it going!!

Freshman Four Point. Cody leaving for Tanzania this morning!

The moment a student starts thinking beyond taking care of themselves and begins to take care of their buddies too: that's the magic of Junior Point! Now, help these soggy leaders out and start this trip in Feburary! It's supposed to be winter backpacking, not mud season backpacking!

My Gould Academy Junior Four Point experience literally changed the path of my life - because of my attendance in that program I am now an IFMGA licensed American Mountain Guide.

4-point is, and always has been, one of my favorite aspects of Gould. It provides unique experiences for students, and I look forward to seeing the school strengthen and grow it in the years to come. Many thanks to Bill Clough for having the bold vision to launch this signature program 40 years ago!

Happy trails!

Malted milk balls! Except for when they melted in the pocket of my fleece jacket… oops

Can't wait to hear about the adventure!

4pt is a remarkably impactful 9 days to inspire lifelong adventures and provide real life skills and experience! Keep going!

Lots of snow Fun and challenging

I just saw the 2025 Gould Juniors out the door and into the woods for their trip. Junior Point 1988 still lives in my memory and the hearts and minds of my classmates. We experienced every type of weather one could imagine and cemented life-long friendships in the process. It was challenging but life-changing. I'm so proud of Gould for growing and sustaining this tradition for 40 years!! It's a good day to be a Husky!

Gould has given my child a winter full of wonder and growth. The teachers care with the warmth of family, and the students radiate kindness and enthusiasm. From dedicated ski training to exciting academic challenges and even a math competition, every moment was meaningful. This Winter Term in 8th grade will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

Loved Four Point!

Wonderful memories never forget

One of the best experiences

Warming jeff Hatchs nearly frost bit foot in my arm pit for over an hour. You never truly know someone until they try and tickle with their frozen feet

Keep making memories!!

Thank you for providing this unique experience to our kids.