Outdoor Education
Ages 10 through 14 years old
Outdoor Education
Our summer Outdoor Education program exists to provide students opportunities to learn and grow in a variety of natural environments. Each camp offers the students practice in teamwork, cooperation, physical fitness, decision making, and leadership. Students are introduced to outdoor survival skills and basic knowledge of natural science. The group works at developing an appreciation for the natural environment. The program grants experiences in which the wilderness and the activities involved challenge students. Students are expected to participate in all activities to the fullest of their capabilities. They will be asked to perform skills or activities that they have never done before. It is through these events that individuals learn about themselves. Safety is always our main concern. |
Children are encouraged to explore and physically interact with nature. Each morning the group will head out for a hike with plenty of rest stops and fun along the way. Children should bring a lunch, water bottle, and wear sturdy sneakers or hiking boots. And bring a nature journal if they'd like to.
Instructor: Andrea Penski, June 21 - 25
Instructor: Janice Rapp, July 26 - 30
Ages 10 - 14
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$285
A fun week spent outdoors participating in different adventurous activities each day. Students will be going swimming, hiking, biking, and rock climbing at a local gym.
Instructors Andrea Penski and Nini Hayes
Ages 10 - 14
June 28 - July 2
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$285
| Reaching New Heights! Beginning Rock Climbing Techniques |
We'll spend the week indoors at a local indoor climbing gym and by the end of the week we'll have the opportunity to take our skills outside. Children should bring a lunch, water bottle, and wear comfortable clothing. .
Instructor: Sanni Keskimaki
Ages 10 - 14
For Boys and Girls ~ July 6 - 9, $265
For Girls Only ~ July 19 - 23, $325�
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
| Backpacking the Cascade Mountains |
Three days (Monday through Wednesday) of backpacking and exploring in the Cascade Mountains. No backpacking experience is needed. This camp is an easy introduction to camping and backpacking all while learning in our natural environment. Children must provide basic backpacking gear - please contact Lori Russell for a list of needed equipment. On Thursday, the group will celebrate the trip with a day hike in the area.
Instructor: Kent Renno
Ages 10 - 12
July 12 - 15
Monday, 9:00 a.m. through Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$550
| Overnight on a Historic Longboat |
Learn to row, learn to sail, learn to explore out on the water! This amazing program is lead by Northwest Maritime Center's experiential educators and accompanied by Evergreen's Michelle Harrison. The class will be spending four days and three nights in the San Juan Islands for an unforgettable experience on a historic wooden longboat. This journey will begin in Anacortes with possible point locations being Pelican Beach and Cypress Head on Cypress Island and Saddlebag Island. Students are oriented to the boat, safety protocols, and the environment in which they will be traveling. Students are crew aboard, running the boat while learning sailing, rowing steering and navigation.
Ages 12 - 14
August 2 - 5
Monday, 9:00 a.m. through Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
$700
Come and tour some of the most beautiful bike trails in the country all here in the Puget Sound! The trails are flat and paved and we will ride 20 miles a day. At the end of this week you will have ridden a century (100 miles) and be ready to ride into the next century secure in the knowledge of your improved skills an newfound success. Bike safety and proper group riding etiquette will be taught and encouraged all week. Children must bring bicycle, lunch, water bottle, safety helmet, and riding gloves.
Instructor: Kim Huntamer
Ages 10 - 14
August 2 - 6
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$285
Orienteering is often called the "thinking sport" because it involves map reading and decision making in addition to a great workout. Each day, our group will head to local parks for some fun map games. This sport has been around for over 100 years! It's easy to learn, but challenging to master. Courses are designed on the map to teach skill building in navigation with map and compass.
Instructor: Eileen Breseman
Ages 10 - 14
August 9 - 13
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
$230
A week of nature, art, and writing enrichment! This is an extraordinary hiking and photography class. Students will begin with a photography class focusing on how to use a digital camera, how to frame up a picture, and how to capture unique photos in nature. Students will spend the rest of the time hiking and photographing animals, plants and wildlife. On the last day of camp, students will edit and create a photo portfolio. Although we spend a lot of time taking photographs we will also be hiking 3 - 5 miles a day.
Instructor: Lina Rose
Ages 10 - 14
August 9 - 13
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$285
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