Welcome to Sixth Grade Science Camp Information Night Copyright, 1996 Dale Carnegie & Associates, Inc.
Mark your calendars!! Monday-Wednesday March 6th- 8th
Tonight we will discuss: Location of camp Camp Staff/Counselors Lodging Accommodations Daily Schedule Class Modules Camp Rules & Expectations Camp Forms & Payment Student Medications Questions & Answers
Pali Mountain Institute 74 acres of natural mountain wilderness near scenic Lake Arrowhead off of Highway 18 A complete outdoor education program aligned with Common Core Standards 24 hour supervision by fully qualified staff Over 40 Years of outdoor education experience and overnight Adventures
Outdoor Education Camp 3 day camp All activities take place onsite Broad range of science, teambuilding, and outdoor exploration
Teacher/Counselors Function as chaperones and instructors First Aid/CPR certification (RN on site 24/7) Fingerprinting and background checks ESD district standards
Animal Survivor Students learn the importance & dynamics of food chains/webs and how species depend on one another for survival
Freshwater Biology Analyze plants and animals unique to the lakes, rivers and streams and their specialized roles in the ecosystem
Under Pressure Students gain basic meteorological skills through hands on activities Explore the forces and factors that act upon our earth to create weather patterns Learn about 7 different weather tools Data collection Make a scientific forecast
Archery Students learn the history and mechanics of archery Proper handling and physics of a bow and arrow Target shooting
Forest Ecology Forest ecosystem Identify plants & animals Learn about the impact of forest fires and pests Emphasis on minimum impact and Leave no trace
Hiking/Orienteering 74 acre site surrounded by 2000 acres of forest guided hikes Wilderness safety and wildlife awareness
CSI: Pali Students explore the field of forensics Collect evidence Analyze fingerprints and shoe prints Work together to solve a mystery
Ropes Course Trained facilitators Safety is the top priority 3 different courses mean shorter lines Teambuilding
Astronomy and/or Night Hike During a night hike, students view the moon and the stars Use a telescope Discover the constellations Learn ancient legends
Owl Pellets Students will dissect an owl pellet to find bones, beaks and skulls. What animals do they belong to? It's up to the students to find out as we learn about the coolest birds of the night
The BIG questions Where will they stay? Who will they room with? What will they eat? What should they bring?
Housing Superior Cabins 10 to a cabin with 24 hours supervision Private bathrooms Radiate floor heating Chose 1 friend to room with
Meals Birthday celebrations! Buffet style, all you can eat Hot breakfast Healthy menu choices Vegetarian options Other diet restrictions honored with advance notice.
Camp Store (100% Optional) T-shirts Sweatshirts Hats Beanies Stuffed animals Souvenirs e r o t S i Pal
Departure Day Students drop off luggage in Sports complex parking lot between 7-7:30 am 1 duffel bag or suitcase 1 sleeping bag & pillow enclosed in plastic trash bag with name on it. Students report to Homeroom Class Buses depart at approximately 9 am
Daily Schedule 7:30am - Rise & Shine 8:00am - Breakfast 9am-12noon - Morning Sessions 12:15pm - Lunch 2pm-5pm - Afternoon Sessions 6:00pm - Dinner 7:30-9pm - Evening Activities
Camp Rules & Expectations Students will discuss and sign a Behavior Contract in class ALL school rules apply at camp Serious situations will warrant a parent phone call and/or dismissal from camp
Student Medications Prescription & Non-Prescription Medications-complete district medical form (yellow) and turn in medications to the health office Students are NOT allowed to carry or administer their own medications (Ex. Inhalers, Tylenol, Advil, Tums) All forms will be sent to camp two weeks prior to session. This will enable the camp counselors and Pali s RN to become familiar with the individual needs of their assigned students.
Camp Forms & Payments ESD Field Trip Form Pali Mountain Info. Sheet Medication Form (optional) Packing list (as we get closer to departure) $285.00 EZ School pay, cash, money orders or checks are accepted OR make payments All completed forms and payments must be returned to student window no later than Friday, February 3, 2017
Arrival Home Depart from camp at approximately 10:30am Arrive at Heritage Intermediate at approximately 12:00pm Luggage will be in designated area for pick up Students will be dismissed at 1:00pm unless picked up earlier by parents
CAMP QUESTIONS???