They say it's not about the destination, but the journey along the way. WOW. All I can say is what a journey it was. Our team learned so much about each other, ourselves and God on the old Inca trade route used by natives only (and for good reason.) 

Some of the lessons I learned include:

Purifying my own water (future racers, dont bother buying an expensive water purifier) 

Avoid getting your shoes wet at all costs, you will pay for it later.

It's not the mosquitos you should fear, it's the flies...they're vampires.

Get a walking stick as soon as you can, it will save your life.

There's a bond that develops when you are literally depending on your teammates for survival.

I can do anything through Christ who strengthens me.

Psalm 121: 1-3 "I lift up my eyes to the mountains-where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip."