Sample Schedule
Below is a sample of a typical three-day schedule
for OEE. Times and number of classes offered many vary between schools and
length of stay.
 Day One
- 10:30-11:00 Arrive
- 11:00-11:30 Settle in
- 11:30-12:30 Lunch
- 12:30-2:00 Field Class
- 2:00-3:30 Field Class
- 3:30-5:00 Field Class
- 5:00-5:30 Rest
- 5:30-6:30 Dinner
- 6:30-8:30 Evening Program
- 8:30-9:30 Transition Time
- 9:30 Bedtime
Day Two
- 7:00 Wake-up
- 7:45-8:30 Breakfast
- 8:30-10:00 Field Class
- 10:00-11:30 Field Class
- 11:30-12:30 Lunch
- 12:30-2:00 Field Class
- 2:00-3:30 Field Class
- 3:30-5:00 Field Class
- 5:00-5:30 Rest
- 5:30-6:30 Dinner
- 6:30-8:30 Evening Program
- 8:30-9:30 Transition Time
- 9:30 Bedtime
Day Three
- 7:00 Wake-up
- 7:45-8:30 Breakfast
- 8:30-9:00 Pack
- 9:00-10:30 Field Class
- 11:00-12:00 Lunch
- 12:00 Depart
What to Bring
Please keep in mind that you will be outside for a significant portion
of the day. Be sure to bring clothing that will keep you warm and dry
while outside. It is essential that extra socks and clothes are sent in
the winter time. Clothes should be layered to help keep warm during the
winter.
 Necessary
- Sleeping Bag and Pillow
- Daily change of underwear
- Daily change of socks
- Nightwear
- Walking shoes
- Raincoats
- Hat or hood
- Waterproof boots/shoes
- 2 warm jeans/pants
- Shorts (seasonal)
- Jacket (appropriate for season)
- Heavy sweater/sweatshirt
- Warm shirt
- Towel
- Wash cloth
- Tissues
- Soap
- Comb/hairbrush
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Writing materials
- Clipboards or notebook
- 2 pencils/pens
Optional
- Gloves (needed in cold weather)
- Lip-gloss
- Slippers
- Reading material
- Camera/film (please label)
Winter Additions
- Winter boots
- 2 pairs of warm mittens/gloves
- Scarf
- Winter jacket/parka
- 2 extra pairs of wool or warm socks
- Warm ski hat
- Lip-gloss
Please leave home
- Radio and Portable TV
- Knives or matches
- Electronic games and cellular phones
- Food/candy/gum
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a place nearby if we need to pick up more
supplies?
Yes, Wal Mart and Osco are nearby within 5 miles
What is the capacity for each of the dorms?
- Hillcrest 58
- Highlands 20
- Save 46
- River Valley 25
- Ward 30
- Bergen 18
Other numbers available upon request
When is the Declaration of Attendance (D.O.A.)
due?
At least 6 weeks before your school’s trip.
Can I turn in my D.O.A. without knowing the exact number of
participants?
Yes. Fill out the D.O.A. to the best of your
ability and let your OEE Coordinator know if the numbers (or anything
else) change.
If our school is an Option A or Option B, when do you need our
schedule?
At least 6 weeks before your school’s visit.
If our school is an Option C, when will we get a copy of our
schedule?
Your OEE Coordinator will get this information to
you about 4 weeks prior to your visit (after we have received your D.O.A.
and you have answered any questions that might have come up).
Will you supply equipment for the classes our teachers
teach?
Some equipment is provided but you need to request that
information when you turn in your D.O.A.
Where do the buses park to load and unload students and/or
luggage?
All buses unload in front of dining hall.
Is a DVD player available?
Yes, most TV’s are
equipped with both a DVD player and VCR.
Can our staff leave campus at any time?
It is
necessary to have at least one staff member from each school on campus at
all times in case an emergency arises.
In case of an emergency, whom do I call?
Each
building leader is given a card with emergency numbers.
Available Programs:
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Archery |
Forest Ecology |
Pioneering |
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Birding |
GPS/Compass |
Pottery |
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Challenge Course |
Group Dynamics |
Predator/Prey |
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Creek Study |
Nature Awareness |
Silk Screening |
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Digital Camera/Video |
Nature Detectives |
Starlab |
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Energy |
Papermaking |
Survival |
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