jen and i are leading the outdoor adventure club at school. each teacher has to offer a one after school activity at week - and we decided to do something that would allow us (and our kids of course) the chance to get outside and explore. we had 12 secondary kids sign up! we will meet every monday. sometimes we will do activities at bis and other times we will do stuff off campus. we also have three off campus trips planned.
we are working cooperatively with the alpine fund, a local non-for-profit that takes disadvantaged kyrgyz youth on outdoor trips. beside working with the outdoor adventure club - jen and i are also going to start volunteering for the alpine fund on some of their climbing trips.
below is the schedule we have planned for the club:
Friday, 24 October
Making Trail Mix and Trip Packing from 300pm to 400pm
We will be making snacks and packing for the climbing trip on Sunday.
Sunday, 26 October
Rock Climbing at Chongkerchuck Gorge from 900am to 400pm
We will be climbing with guides from the Alpine Fund. Transportation, climbing instruction and gear will be provided at part of the cost.
Monday, 27 October
Outdoor Photography and Urban Day Hike from 300pm to 430pm
We take a hike through Friendship Park to Chui. Along the way, Jennifer will offer photography instruction. Students should bring a camera if possible.
Monday, 10 November
Making Homemade Granola Bars and S’mores from 300pm to 400pm
Friday, 14 November
Menu Planning, Food Shop and Trip Packing from 300pm to 500pm
We will go on a food shop to a nearby market and pack for our trip tomorrow.
Saturday, 15 November
Overnight Cabin Stay in Ala-Archa National Park
We will overnight at a cabin belonging to the Alpine Fund. Activities include day hikes into Ala-Archa and weather permitting, sledding.
Monday, 17 November
No Outdoor Adventure Meeting Today
Monday, 24 November
Rock Climbing Gym from 300pm to 400pm
Another visit to a local climbing gym.
Monday, 1 December
Gear Day from 300pm to 430pm
In preparation for our winter camping trip, we will learn how to set up tents, use backcountry stoves, and talk about winter outdoor clothing.
Thursday, 4 December
Menu Planning, Food Shop and Packing from 300pm to 500pm
We will go on a food shop to a nearby market and pack for our trip tomorrow.
Friday, 5 December
Winter Camping Trip to Lake Issyk-Kul
We leave school early Friday and return Sunday for two nights of camping along the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.
Monday, 8 December
End of Term Party from 300pm to 400pm
We will be sharing food and stories as we watch a slide show of our adventures.
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