teton science school winter 2012
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Teton Science School Winter 2012. Sunday, Feb. 24– Friday, Mar. 1st. What to expect…. Snow science Glaciers and geology Animal adaptations and tracking Snowshoeing and x-c skiing Elk refuge sleigh ride Research day. Field Activities. Wildlife. Field Gear. Snow boots - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Teton Science School Winter 2012
Sunday, Feb. 24– Friday, Mar. 1st
What to expect…
Snow scienceGlaciers and geologyAnimal adaptations and trackingSnowshoeing and x-c skiingElk refuge sleigh rideResearch day
Field Activities
Wildlife
Field GearSnow bootsWool or synthetic socks – 1 per daySock liners (optional) Coat – waterproof, windproof outer layerPants or bibs – waterproof, windproof outer layerFleece vest, wool sweater – layer 3Fleece jacket or anorak – layer 2Long underwear top & bottom – core layerWarm hat 2 pairs waterproof gloves or mittensGlove liners Sunscreen/ChapstickSunglasses/goggles Water bottleDay pack
Additional InfoLocation –currently Jackson campus, may
move to Kelley campus if small # of studentsCost - $444.35– Scholarships– Fund raising (ideas)
• Pizza fundraiser cards?• Concessions (proceeds from MS concessions will be
divided among students going on trip in Jan)-money also goes to scholarships, equipment (cameras), supplies for trip and sleigh ride fees
• Clean up after bball games (HS/MS gyms) $40/hr• Other ideas? • Parents willing to organize?
PreparationDeposit/first paymentForms: Risk, Medical, BehavioralGather Clothing
ChaperonesTrip Coordinator
Tina MelinGroup Chaperones-must be willing to take an
active role!
Will be selecting 2-3 additional chaperones as determined by the number and gender of students going on the tripAdditional chaperones will be notified in early Dec.