Motutapu Island Camp March 6 - April 7 2017 Day 1 Camp Schedule - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Motutapu Island Camp March 6 - April 7 2017 Day 1 Camp Schedule Bus to Islington then ferry to Islington Bay (Motutapu Island) Tramp to Sandy Bay via Administration Bay for lunch and swim Tramp to Home Bay via military
Day 1
Bay (Motutapu Island)
Bay for lunch and swim
dinner, followed by evening activities Day 2
ferry
= Day 1 = Day 2
Menu
Day 1: Lunch: Cut lunch to be brought from home Dinner: Sausages (or Vege patties); Mashed Potatoes; Peas Dessert: Pancakes and Milo Day 2: Breakfast: Muesli and Milo Lunch: Noodles with vegetables; Cream Crackers; Biscuits and Juice
Cooking Groups
Student will be placed into groups of 6 by their teacher. They will cook for each other in these groups. NB: Special dietary needs will be taken into consideration for vegetarian and gluten free options.
Essential Skills
Problem Solving Skills (initiative and critical thinking) Self Management (self discipline and taking responsibility for own actions and decisions)
Specific Skills
Fire lighting; cooking on a gas cooker; pitching a tent; basic first aid; packing a backpack; cooperative sharing of tasks; tramping sense
Social Skills
Working cooperatively within a group Division of labour and weight Responsibility to larger groups and those less able/fit
Knowledge and Understanding
Land formations Maori perspective Importance of conservation
A detailed gear list has been sent home and should be adhered to fully PE gear is to be worn on the first day Hat and suntan lotion are essential! All gear is to be brought to school the previous day in a named bag Phones and digital devices are allowed for photographic purposes only. They will be stored in the main tent upon arrival at camp The school provides the packs. Gear will be checked off prior to packing into the back
all of their own gear for the trip Food will also be distributed out amongst the students
Long range weather forecast checked beforehand All teachers and trip parents will have class medical list and Emergency Numbers list First Aid Kits at all times All potential scenarios and situations accounted for in the RAMS forms held by all teachers
Early history of Maori and European settlement and involvement on Motutapu Island will be discussed throughout the tramp, allowing students to have a comprehensive camping experience. Stories from these early days will also be told, bringing the island to life.
Prior to the trip
This includes socks, footwear and a waterproof jacket
medical issue of your own that needs to be taken into account
During the trip
to be taken and timelines
necessary medical information for the students
trip leader or class teacher
class teacher regarding any problems or concerns
tents etc. (only if necessary!)
if necessary!