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Teton Science School Winter 2012. Sunday, Jan. 29 th – Friday, Feb. 3 rd. 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
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Teton Science School Winter 2012 Sunday, Jan. 29th– Friday, Feb. 3rd
What to expect… • Snow science • Glaciers and geology • Animal adaptations and tracking • Snowshoeing and x-c skiing • Elk refuge sleigh ride • Research day
Field Gear Snow boots Wool or synthetic socks – 1 per day Sock liners (optional) Coat – waterproof, windproof outer layer Pants or bibs – waterproof, windproof outer layer Fleece vest, wool sweater – layer 3 Fleece jacket or anorak – layer 2 Long underwear top & bottom – core layer Warm hat 2 pairs waterproof gloves or mittens Glove liners Sunscreen/Chapstick Sunglasses/goggles Water bottle Day pack
Additional Info • Location –currently Jackson campus, may move to Kelley campus if small # of students • Cost - $385.43 • Scholarships • Fund raising (ideas) • Work auction slips • 50/50 raffles at bball games • Concessions (changes to policy-grandfather clause) • Bake sales • Lunch duty • Other ideas? • Parents willing to organize?
Preparation • Deposit/first payment • Forms: Risk, Medical, Behavioral • Gather Clothing • Chaperones • Trip Coordinator • Tina Melin • Group Chaperone • Todd Helms • Will be selecting 2-3 additional chaperones as determined by the number and gender of students going on the trip • Additional chaperones will be notified in early Nov.