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Outdoor Education Expectations

Cabin Rules

  • Be considerate of the feelings and property of others.
  • Enter ONLY your room unless given permission by an adult.
  • No horseplay, pillow-fights, etc. will be tolerated.
  • Do not leave the cabin without permission.
  • Do your share to get the cabin ready for inspection.
  • Keep all your belongings neat and organized.
  • Do NOT get up before time set by the teachers.

Showers

  • Everyone is expected to shower daily.
  • Be considerate of the person in the shower - give them their time.
  • Shower times and schedules should be developed for each dorm.
  • Spend no more than 5 minutes in the shower.
  • The counselor gets first choice of shower time.
  • Remove all personal belongings from the shower area.

Dining Hall

  • Be prompt and LINE up outside of the dining hall.
  • You will be given a table assignment that rotates for each meal.
  • Do not change tables-this will result in a permanent seat.
  • Take only what you can eat. You may always return for additional food. We do not want to waste food.
  • Speak in a normal voice.
  • Use the "hand signal" and help your table get quiet.
  • Respect the KP person - you will also get a chance to be KP
  • Upon entering, walk quietly to your table, remain standing until told to sit.

General Rules

  • Be respectful of the camp, camp staff, and camp property.
  • Dress for the weather.
  • Do not enter a cabin unless a teacher or counselor is present.
  • Be prompt (on time) for all activities and instructional sessions.
  • Do not litter.
  • Follow directions from your teachers, counselors, nurse, and on-site coordinator.
  • Never leave camp property and wander without a teacher's permission.
  • You represent (school) - do not embarrass yourself or the school.

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last updated 8/2002

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