K - 2nd Grade Overnight Program

DESERT WALK & ANIMAL EXPERIENCE

The walk will be anywhere from 60-75 mins depending on weather, number of students, etc. It is important that the teachers are there for the walk to help with any behavioral issues and to participate in the learning experience so that any lesson extensions can be designed for back at school.

After lunch, a Cooper Staff Member will lead an animal presentation for 30 minutes. Students will learn about our resident reptiles, their life cycle, what they eat and where they live.  After a presentation and Q & A session, students will have a chance to safely touch the critters and will be given hand sanitizer to clean up after the presentation.

ACTIVITY CENTERS

There will be 5 afternoon activity centers led by Cooper staff and interns.  Activity Centers have been previously selected by staff for this trip with the intent that students will continue learning about adaptations. Chaperones should join students and engage in afternoon activities, while teachers may be asked to assist in center management and can also use this time to prep and pass out snacks to students.

CABINS & CAMPFIRES

After a full day of outdoor experiences, students are ready for dinner and activities around the campfire.  Camp Cooper's amphitheater and firepit provide the perfect venue for stories, songs, stargazing and of course, s'mores.  Dinner can be coordinated and prepared by teachers and parent volunteers, or can be catered by TUSD for a per person fee. 

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