Deep Portage

Welcome to Chaska Middle School West!  

Sixth graders have the opportunity to attend an educational experience of a lifetime at Deep Portage Learning Center in Hackensack, Minnesota!  Some of the exciting activities you can do there include: orienteering, pioneer Olympics, survival, bog hikes, team activities, night stalkers, wolf howling, campfire, and a climbing wall.  

This trip is a 2-night overnight nature experience with the following goals:

• Develop personal appreciation, sensitivity, and stewardship for the environment

• Use problem-solving skills in individual and group situations

• Try new activities, build self-esteem, and build new friendships with classmates

Deep Portage Trip Dates

Metallic Meteors: November 17-19

Crystal Comets: November 19-21

The total student cost for the Deep Portage trip is $200.00 (less any fundraising).

The cost for chaperones is $175

 The final payment is due October 14, 2025

Questions? Contact:

Mary Jo (MJ) Nairn | nairnm@district112.org | 952-556-7574

Barb Green  | greenb@district112.org | 952-556-7519