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Sampler Platter (12-16 y/o)

Sampler Platter is OWLS way of introducing families to our staff and programming, in addition to a number of different outdoor adventure sports. This 6-day adventure includes 4 days of exciting programs that allow students to dabble in a number of different activities. Students will have the opportunity to rock climb, mountain bike, canoe, and hike in the beautiful natural areas of Oregon. Throughout the trip students will have the opportunity to give back to the community through different service projects, and will be expected to reflect as a group at the end of every day. This adventure is designed to build students' confidence with public speaking and group management, as well as raise their awareness about the importance of community service.

Clothing

  • Head

    • Buff/bandana/other headband

    • Sunglasses

  • Shoulders

    • Synthetic T-shirts

    • Synthetic bras

    • Fleece top

    • Light jacket

    • Rain jacket

  • Knees

    • Hiking/synthetic pants

    • Hiking shorts

    • Synthetic underwear

Packing List

Goal and Objectives

Day 1: Arrive on Base Camp

Day 2: Climbing

Day 3: Mountain biking

          Service

Day 4: Hiking

Day 5: Canoeing

Day 6: Final Service Project

          Departure from Base Camp

Basic Schedule

The main goal of the Sampler Platter is to introduce students to a variety of outdoor sports that facilitate growth in interpersonal skills such as confidence and, and to show students the importance of community service while stressing intrapersonal skills such as teamwork.

 

Objectives

  • By the end of the program, students will display an introductory level of skill into at least 3 of the 4 outdoor activities.

  • By the end of the program, students will display a greater understanding for the importance of community service.

  • By the end of the trip, students will display comfort with public speaking.

  • By the end of the trip, students will display growth and confidence in their leadership skills, reflections, and leadership experiences.

  • Toes

    • Boots

    • Wool socks

  • Other

    • Pajamas

    • Sleeping socks

    • Separate change of clothes to wear in the car to/from

Gear

  • Sleeping

    • Sleeping bag

    • Camp pillow

    • Ground pad

    • Ear plugs*

  • Hiking

    • Trekking poles*

    • Backpack

    • Pack rain cover

    • Water shoes

    • Gaiters

    • Small/quick-dry towel

    • 2 Nalgenes or other source(s) for 2 liters of water

    • Compass*

  • Cooking

    • Bowl

    • Spoon/fork/knife

  • Personal hygiene

    • Wet wipes

    • Biodegradable toilet paper

    • Toothbrush/paste

    • Deodorant

    • Hairbrush/ties

    • Body powder

    • Chapstick

    • Sunscreen

    • Dr. Bronner’s/ biodegradable soap

    • Personal first aid kit*

  • Camp

    • Dry clothes

    • Socks

    • Shoes/sandals

    • Headlamp/batteries

    • Book*

    • Notebook/pens

  • Bear bag/Clean-up/LNT/other helpful items

    • Plastic baggies

    • Dry bags

    • Lighter

    • Cash

    • Watch*

    • Camera*

Session Offerings for Summer 2016:

 

June 20 - June 25

 

June 27 - July 2

 

July 4 - July 9

 

July 11 - July 16

 

July 18 - July 23

 

July 25 - July 30

 

August 1 - August 6

 

August 8 - August 13

 

Trip Cost: $4300

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