A Four-Day Hiking, Exploring, and Writing Camp with Carrie and Meike

Reaching for the Peaks

Hiking, Exploring, and Writing Opportunities

Summer 2013

Greetings! We're glad you are back on line with us. We have new opportunities and challenges awaiting you this summer. We hope you will join us as we explore the peaks and valleys in the open space of Marin, engage in outdoor challenges to strengthen our bodies and minds, and experiment with various writing structures. Language is our main focus, through games, theater play, and writing. Developing awareness and confidence about ourselves-- intellectually, physically, and emotionally is our goal during our time together.

Here’s how it works….

Requirements: a positive attitude, good walking shoes, backpack, water bottle, bandana, hat, and a healthy lunch

When:

1^st session - July 8^th – July 11^th     9:00-3:00  (Wednesday 9:00-4:00)

2^nd session – July 15^th – July 18^th  9:00-3:00 (Wednesday 9:00-4:00)

3^rd session – July 22^nd – July 25^th  9:00-3:00 (Wednesday 9:00-4:00)

*Please Note: these are four day sessions.

Where: We will meet promptly at 9:00 Blithedale Whole Foods Parking Lot, by the Bank of America.

Cost:  $325 per session

How to Sign-Up:

Contact Us:

Carrie Morgan at cmorgan@mvschools.org

Meike Wanberg at mwanberg@mpms.org

Registration Form

Reaching for the Peaks – Summer Camp

Registration Form

Participant Name ___________________________________________

Date of Birth ____________________ Grade ______    Female    __    Male    __

Address ___________________________________________________

Day Phone ______________________ Cell Phone __________________

Name of Physician ____________________ Phone Number ____________

Med. Insurance Carrier _________________ Policy # ________________

Subscriber Name _____________________________________________

Emergency Contacts:

Name _________________________________ Relation _____________

Day Phone ______________________ Cell Phone ___________________

Program Dates: (please indicate in which session your child will participate)

July 8th – July 11th  (9:00 – 3:00, Wednesday 9:00 - 4:00)  ___

July 15^th – July 18^th (9:00 – 3:00, Wednesday 9:00 - 4:00)   ___

July 22nd – July 25^th (9:00 – 3:00, Wednesday 9:00 - 4:00)  ___

Please Note: these are four day sessions.

Health Questionnaire:

Is your child taking any medication? ___ Yes   ___ No

(Please list and explain all medications the participant is taking)

Additional comments to Carrie and Meike (allergies, special needs, etc…)

Waiver and Medical Authorization

In the event of any illness or injury, I hereby consent to whatever x-ray, examination, anesthetic, medical, surgical or dental diagnosis or treatment and hospital care are considered necessary in the best judgment of the attending physician, surgeon, or dentist and performed by or under the supervision of a member of the medical staff of the hospital or facility furnishing medical or dental services.

I understand that I hold Carrie Morgan and Meike Wanberg harmless from any and all liability or claims, which may arise out of or in connection with my child’s participation in this activity.

Parent Signature ___________________________________________

Date ____________________________________________________

Complete by May 15^th and send with $100 deposit to:

Carrie Morgan

40 Portola Lane

Mill Valley, Ca 94941

or

Meike Wanberg

5 Valley Road

San Anselmo, Ca 94960

A Little Background....

Carrie Morgan has taught third, fifth, and second grade for 20 years at Edna Maguire and Marin Primary.
Meike Wanberg has taught fifth and third grade at Marin Primary for 14 years.

With a shared love of the outdoors and over 35 combined years of teaching experience, they created an outdoor hiking, exploring, and writing camp five years ago.

Our Goals:

Engaging children in an interactive, creative, and educational process on the trails of Marin, with a focus on developing language skills.

Where we’ve drawn inspiration:

·      The idea of reading like a writer has transformed our teaching and learning. Analyzing quality picture books written by known authors inspires writers to try new writing techniques. We will look carefully at the architecture that an author chose to communicate their thinking and then, try our hand at crafting a similar piece.

·      Theater games require thinking and responding in a fun and supportive environment. Kids and adults make each other belly laugh with the things they spontaneously come up with. But, the exercises also have a serious intent, too. They develop understanding of basic story telling and character analysis. Participants are put into hypothetical situations, given certain parameters, and play off of one another. Trust, cooperation, respect, and responsibility are a natural outgrowth.  The kids love these games; there is never enough time for them!

·      Being out in nature challenges our physical bodies and confidence. Solo or tandem hikes, professor walks, cooperative games, reading maps and finding our way along the trails, and group or individual challenges are just some of the activities possible outside. The thrill of accomplishing any one of these builds confidence, just imagine the growth during a whole day.

·      The kids. The dynamic working environment between student and teacher is inspiring and energizing. Each situation brings a deeper understanding and appreciation of each individual’s strengths and goals. Kids are amazing in their creative learning process. They inspire us to problem solve and create even better learning situations everyday.