SWS has indoor facilities and camp will run on rainy days. We will play games, work on general outdoor education skills, and get to know each other better. We also have a TV for movies and another for a Wii onsite.

Monday, August 24, 2009

9:00 AM  -  12:00 PM

Day 1 Morning
On the first day you will get to know each other and the names of the parts of gear you will be using. We will also go over some safety rules and an overview of the week ahead with you. We'll then get into kayaks and do some paddling!

12:00 PM  -  6:00 PM

Day 1 Afternoon
First you will have lunch and rest a little. This is followed by Session One of the Outdoor Education Curriculum. The topics include First Aid & Life Guarding, ecology, local wildlife and insects, orienteering, knot tying, camping, and wilderness survival. (More ephasis will be placed on topics that you campers most enjoy.) Next you can go swimming, play around the park, or learn about the different boats. Then we will take a group canoe or kayak trip and get more instruction along the way. Snacks and beverages are provided after the trip. It will be around 5pm, so we'll hang out playing games, fishing, or free paddle close to the park while kids get picked up.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

9:00 AM  -  12:00 PM

Day 2 Morning
We will play some morning games to review gear terminology and work on paddling skills while on the water.

12:00 PM  -  6:00 PM

Day 2 Afternoon
First you will have lunch and rest a little. This is followed by Session Two of the Outdoor Education Curriculum. Next you can go swimming, play around the park, or learn about the different boats. Then we will learn about sailing and have a guided sailing session. Kids can go paddling with the sailors if they want. Snacks and beverages are provided after the trip. It will be around 5pm, so we'll hang out playing games, fishing, or free paddle close to the park while kids get picked up

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

9:00 AM  -  12:00 PM

Day 3 Morning
We will work on paddling skills all day Wednessday and go exploring.

12:00 PM  -  6:00 PM

Day 3 Afternoon
First you will have lunch and rest a little. This is followed by Session Three of the Outdoor Education Curriculum. Next you can go swimming, play around the park, or learn about the different boats. Then we'll have an open sport session and kids can go canoeing, kayaking, sailing, or learn about windsurfing. Snacks and beverages are provided after the trip. It will be around 5pm, so we'll hang out playing games, fishing, or free paddle close to the park while kids get picked up.

Thursday, August 27, 2009

9:00 AM  -  12:00 PM

Day 4 Morning
We will take a trip to the Memorial Union and get some ice cream. (Parents, don't forget to give your child a few dollars!) You can also check out the Union and UW Red Gym.

12:00 PM  -  6:00 PM

Day 4 Afternoon
First you will have lunch and rest a little. This is followed by Session Four of the Outdoor Education Curriculum. Next you can go swimming, play around the park, or learn about the different boats. Then we'll go exploring and you can either canoe, kayak, or sail. Snacks and beverages are provided after the trip. It will be around 5pm, so we'll hang out playing games, fishing, or free paddle close to the park while kids get picked up.

Friday, August 28, 2009

9:00 AM  -  12:00 PM

Day 5 Morning
On the last day we'll have fun exploring the lake, and then we'll come back a little early for a Supreme style Hawaiian cook out. We'll have burgers, hotdogs, and tropical fruit plus drinks.

12:00 PM  -  6:00 PM

Day 5 Afternoon
First you will have lunch and rest a little. This is followed by Session Five of the Outdoor Education Curriculum. Next you can go swimming, play around the park, or learn about the different boats. Then we'll go exploring and you can either canoe, kayak, or sail. Snacks and beverages are provided after the trip. It will be around 5pm, so we'll hang out playing games, fishing, or free paddle close to the park while kids get picked up.