Field Trips

Field trips occur during small group time, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays, and we use Ann Arbor Public School buses for all our transportation needs. Groups take one local trip every week.

Most field trips have a focus on nature, such as berry picking, canoeing, and a visit to Kensington Metropark. Camp is divided in half for field trips so we are able to take smaller groups at one time; approximately 15-20 children go on each trip. This allows children more opportunity to fully participate and be more actively involved. (See the most recent field trip calendar.)

Every effort is made to complete field trips on schedule. Each week your child’s name will be highlighted on the attendance sheet to tell you what day he/she is scheduled to go.

What to bring
Your child should dress in clothing appropriate for the weather and the activities in which he/she will be participating that day.

• A sweatshirt or a light jacket would be good to leave in your child's backpack in case of sudden weather changes.
• Children must wear shoes and socks during the day. The shoes should be suitable for running and hiking. Sandals just aren't safe for playing kick ball, or for hiking through a marshy swamp!
• A hat, sun screen, and light shirt are suggested as protection from sunburn.