Friday, January 28, 2011

ANOTHER GREAT SNOW CAMP

SNOW CAMP 2011 is history, but our two days at YMCA Camp Pendalouan provided a beautiful winter wonderland experience for nearly 60 students, parents, and teachers.  Hikes, challenge games, cross country skiing, tobogganing, orienteering, Native American life, survival, and great camp food were all a part of our memorable time of outdoor education.

OUTDOOR EDUCATION enables students to enjoy challenging and unfamiliar experiences that test and develop their physical, social and personal skills. They can be among the most memorable experiences for pupils of their school-days.  We are thankful that our school and parents strongly support this opportunity for fifth grade students at Lake Hill Elementary School.

ENJOY the photo and video highlights of Snow Camp.  Most images will appear larger if you click on them.


Trekking on our first hike was an exciting challenge
though the fresh powder of recent snowfall.

The hike to Sleepy  Hollow always includes several
legends shared by Matt and Holli.




Jacob, Cassandra, Josh, and Kassidy decide to lead
the way through the Pendalouan Trails.

Holey Moley was just one of many challenge
games included in the group activities.

Sara and Samantha use their compass and map
skills to find treasure during Gold Rush.

Gold Rush robbers are armed and ready.

Big Blue Lake offers a great frozen field for a game of broomball. 
Check out the short video below, too.

Harry digs into the tasty waffle during
Thursday morning breakfast.

The toboggan run was better than ever with
some recent design changes.  Just ask Peter.

Andrew, Alexis, Autumn, and Zac demonstrate their
survival skills by building a shelter and a fire.

 Harper exits the wigwam during a Native American life class.

Rebecca provides instruction in orienteering as students
learn how to use their compass.

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