Trip Resources

Pre-Trip
Getting ready for a multi day excursion can take a great deal of time and energy. There are internal forms to fill out, people to talk to, buses to book, committees to meet - generally a whole bunch of hoops to jump through. YoWoChAs Outdoor Education Centre wants to get you through the process with as little trouble as possible. Once you book your visit to YoWoChAs, our staff will be there to help you out – with answers to tough questions, goal setting, ideas for fund raising, program design, logistics, etc. Then, once you arrive, we are able to lead the entire program or follow your lead, whichever you prefer. Basically our staff is here to help you; we know outdoor education, you know your group. We can capitalize on each other's skills and get the job done quickly and efficiently.

• The Ideal Timeline
• Developing Interest, Goals and Objectives & Budget
• Staffing
• Logistical Considerations
• Program Considerations and Planning With YoWoChAs Staff

The Trip
Once your schedule is complete
• Divide participants into activity and sleeping groups
• Draw up a schedule of set-up and clean up chores
• Put together supplies you will need for your visit (arts and crafts supplies, sports equipment, log books, et cetera)
• Have participants and leaders complete Camper Information and Permission Forms.
• Let YoWoChAs know of food allergies, special diets and final numbers one week in advance.

Post Trip
After the trip is finished, there are a few considerations that will help evaluate, wrap up and keep the memories of good times fresh.
• Evaluation Questionnaires - Should be filled out by leaders and participants and sent home to parents to evaluate whether people thought the program was worthwhile and fulfilled the goals that were set. Suggestions on how to make the program better can really be helpful for next time.
• Slide night - Putting together a slide show, video, or scrap book can be a great way to keep memories fresh or help in planning future trips.
• Thank yous - should be sent to all the people involved in making the program happen: teachers, parent volunteers, principle, committee members, participants, and so on.