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2006-07 Classes
Sample Four-day Schedule
For Christian schools...
Nearby Fieldtrip Opportunities
2006-07 Classes
- Forestry An exploration of the various plants and trees, and their interdependencies, in a northwestern forest.
- Lake Study Students will explore the inhabitants of our lake. Concepts taught include the water cycle, food chains, watersheds, communities and adaptations.
- Animal Science Hands-on learning to care for, clean, groom and feed domestic animals–cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, rabbits and poultry.
- Rocks and Soils Collect, identify and discuss how rocks and soils are formed. Overturn rocks to discover the variety of mineral formations.
- Compassing and Orienteering Knowing how to read a map is an essential skill for living. Our map and compass class is a basic introduction to orienteering; the skill of map reading using landmarks and a compass.
- Survival Campers learn how to stay alive in the woods, including how to build shelters and start fires.
Additional Activities:
Group initiatives
Horsemanship (trail riding, arena instruction)
Archery
Swimming, boating & canoeing
Crafts
Trail hikes & night hike
Court sports
Knot tying
Folk dancing
Rodeo games
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Sample Four-day Schedule
Please note that this is only a sample schedule. Island Lake and Miracle Ranch will adjust schedule according to activities, number of campers and staffing.
Day 1
1:00 Registration
2:00 Camp orientation
3:00 Organized activities
5:30 Dinner
6:30 Evening recreation
7:30 Cabin time / journal / skit prep
8:30 Fireside & night activity
10:00 Lights out
Days 2 & 3
7:00 Rise and shine
8:00 Breakfast
9:15 Class /activity 1
10:30 Class/activity 2
12:00 Lunch
1:15 ‘Flat on Bunk’/rest
2:00 Class/activity 3
3:00 Canteen
3:30 Class/activity 4
4:30 Free time
5:30 Dinner
6:30 Evening recreation
7:30 Cabin time / journal / skit prep
8:30 Fireside & night activity
10:00 Lights out
Day 4
7:00 Rise and shine/pack
8:00 Camp clean-up crews
9:00 Brunch
10:00 Fireside & closing
11:00 Farewell
Note: Campers take turns assisting with setup 15 minutes prior to each family-style meal and all campers assist with basic clean up.
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For Christian Schools
We offer classes that incorporate Christian principles and discussion. Fireside times also include worship and teaching.
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Nearby Fieldtrip Opportunities
Both Island Lake and Miracle Ranch are situated between the Puget Sound and the Hood Canal. There are numerous beaches to explore in the area; your group may enjoy taking advantage of area attractions as part of your program. While beaches and the following attractions are not included within CRISTA Camps’ programs, they may enhance your school’s outdoor education experience on the way to or after leaving camp.
Area Attractions:
Naval Undersea Museum, Keyport
https://keyportmuseum.cnrnw.navy.mil/
Mary E. Theler Wetlands, Belfair
www.thelercenter.org
The Bloedel Reserve, Bainbridge Island
www.bloedelreserve.org
Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Hatcheries
Minter Creek area, 253-857-5077
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