Activity

Expected Benefits

Class Length

Archery

exposure to a new activity, fun

1.5 hours

Initiatives

group cohesion, communication skills

2-3 hours

Rock Climbing in
camp on towers

individual accomplishment, goal
setting, group cohesion

2-4 hours

Canoeing- lake

teamwork, communication skills,
exposure to new activity, fun

1.5 hours

Canoeing- river

teamwork, communication skills,
exposure to new activity, fun

4-6 hours

Gym Time, free play

unstructured group interaction

1 hour +

Hiking

new activity for most,
exercise, scenic

3-4 hours +

Night Hike

environmental education, trust

1.5 hours

Campfire

fun, stories songs

1.5 hours

Caving

explore a new "world", learn how caves
are formed and about the formations inside a cave

5-6 hrs

New Games

fun, ice breakers, structured, group interaction,
communication skills

1.5 hours +

Aqua Zip and Slide

Fun, getting wet

1.5 hours +

Arts and Crafts

fun, creativity

1.5 hours

Activity

Expected Benefits

Class Length

Tree Observation

describe a tree and its habitat using
English, Science and Art

1.5 hours

Orienteering

hands on math and geography, group
cohesion through the use of
topographical maps and compasses

1.5 hours

Webbing

learn the essential interrelationships among all
members of our environment

.5 hour