First Night

I just got back from checking in on the Gordon Pond group. We had a student who, as planned, was entering the field this afternoon rather than this morning. I drove him up and hiked him into his group in a light drizzle. The trail was dry and the bugs weren't out at all. We connected up with his group and after checking in with Mr. Stiles I headed back home.

Tonight most groups reached their campsite a few hours before dark and had time to set up camp, figure out stoves and tents and sleeping arrangements. Everyone heard a few core safety lessons already, possibly before even leaving campus. These include what to do if you are lost or separated from the group and what to do in a thunder and lightning storm.

For many students the trip seems pretty long and Thursday pretty far away. If you would like to add a comment to this post you can share your thoughts and hopes for our students by clicking the 'comment' link at the end of this post.