Monday: We arrived at lunch time. The kids got their debriefing, and we were ready for classes. For my group, our first class was orienteering. They learned how to use a compass and count their paces. Next, we had beach ecology. We learned about different animals that live on the beach. It was really chilly, but absolutely beautiful. After dinner, we took a night walk on the beach, then took a shark class.
Tuesday: We went to the marsh for our first class. The girls had fun putting marsh mud on their faces. It was like having a facial. They also had fun falling in the mud too. After marsh, we did a dock class. We got to do "belly fishing". They laid on their stomachs and put their nets in the water. They caught shrimp, oysters, and algae. After lunch, we had herpetology. In this class, we learned about reptiles and amphibians. We got to pet snakes and turtles. Next, we went to the north end of the island. The beach there is covered in petrified trees. It is absolutely breathtaking. After dinner, we learned all about marine mammals, then had a fifth grade bonfire. We made s'mores.
Wednesday: After breakfast, we went to the maritime forest. The girls got to climb a 200 year old live oak tree. For our final class, we got to explore the beach again, by ourselves.
It was a wonderful trip, and I am so glad I got to experience it with your girls.
Just a reminder, there is a four day weekend next week. We will not have school Friday, February 15, or Monday, February 18.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
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