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Overnight Information for Parents

Things to Consider:

  • The weather is usually colder and windier by the bay. Appropriate clothing is necessary.
  • Students will be outside continuously for two days, regardless of the weather conditions. (Except during thunderstorms and National Weather Service storm warnings.)
  • Environmental activities are, by design, very messy. Old clothes and shoes are best.
  • Ticks and chiggers may be abundant — repellant helps but your best defense against tick borne disease is a thorough check for, and removal of ticks as soon as your child returns. Students are encouraged to check for ticks throughout their stay.
  • Please discourage your child from bringing electronics and toys/games.

The Rules:

  • The Main house is used for bathrooms and serving food only.
  • No one goes anywhere alone.
    •  If students need the bathroom at night they must wake up a buddy.
    • Any voyage beyond the immediate tent area requires the presence of an adult.
  • Shoes must be worn at all times.
  • No Swimming.
  • Do not handle live or dead animals.
  • Children are not permitted in adult tents, nor are adults permitted in student tents. This includes family members.
  • No food in tents
  • Aerosol repellants are used outside tents.
  • Keep gear from sides of tents
  • May consider not wearing shoes in tents – tracks in sand and mud
  • Electronics: Don’t want to see them – keep in tents.


Expectations of Parent Chaperons:

While the overnight program is designed to empower students and encourage their sense of responsibility for the trip, parents who participate play in integral role. Primarily, the chaperons help to keep the children safe at all times. Parents also  assist with lessons, putting up tents, accompanying students during their free time,  and keeping track of supplies. We endeavor during these two days to put the children in the lead with our (the adults) role being one of support.


The Meals:

(If your child has allergies or special dietary requirements please be sure to tell your classroom teacher or contact us directly. We will happily accommodate your needs.)

Dinner:
  • Cheese Lasagna
  • Salad
  • Dinner Rolls
  • Peaches
Breakfast:
  • Cereal
  • Pastry
  • Milk & Orange Juice
Lunch:
  • Pork BBQ Sandwiches
  • Chips
  • Salad
  • Green Beans
  • Pudding
  • Water Melon

Student Gear List

  • Sleeping Bag OR Bed Roll Sleeping pad
  •  2 changes of appropriate outdoor clothes
  •  2 changes of underclothes and socks
  • Sleeping gear (sweat suit works great)
  •  Rain gear
  •  Warm jacket
  •  Extra pair of old shoes
  •  Wash cloth, towel, and soap
  •  Toothbrush and toothpaste
  •  Brush/comb
  •  Flashlight (not a must, but helpful)
  • Reusable water bottle
  •  Carrier Bag (for wet clothes)
  •  Insect Repellant (Optional, wipes preferred)
  •  Sunscreen (Optional)