Welcome to the 2025 Pathfinder Year! Registration begins August 16
Field Trip Schedule
Date: October 20, 2024
Location: Ocean Inlet Park, 6990 N Ocean Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Dear Parents,
We are excited to invite your child to our upcoming field trip, where they will have the opportunity to learn and practice essential skills as part of the Basic Water Safety and Swimming Beginners honors. This field trip is designed to provide hands-on learning experiences in a safe and structured environment, allowing your child to develop important life skills while enjoying a day at the beach.
Trip Schedule
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM:
Arrival & Group Assignment
We will begin the day with a brief orientation, where your child will be assigned to a group. We will also go over the day’s schedule and review important safety protocols.
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM:
Session 1: Basic Water Safety
During this session, your child will learn fundamental water safety skills, including how to enter and exit the water safely, breath control, floating techniques, and how to respond in case of an emergency.
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM:
Break
A short break for snacks and hydration.
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM:
Session 2: Swimming Beginners
In this session, your child will be introduced to basic swimming techniques, such as kicking, arm movements, and simple swimming strokes. They will also practice treading water and floating in deeper water.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM:
Lunch Break
We will have a one-hour lunch break, allowing the kids to rest, refuel, and enjoy some downtime.
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM:
Session 3: Advanced Skills & Review
This final session will focus on reinforcing the skills learned earlier in the day. Your child will practice advanced water safety techniques and continue to build their swimming confidence.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM:
Group Reflection & Wrap-Up
We will gather the kids for a group discussion, where they can reflect on what they’ve learned. We will conclude with a closing activity and ensure all students are ready for departure.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM:
Free Time & Departure
The kids will have some free play time on the beach before it’s time to head home.
Additional Information:
What to bring: Please make sure your child comes prepared with lunch/snacks, water/juice, sunscreen, a hat, a reusable water bottle, a towel, and appropriate swimwear (swim shirt and shorts - NO BIKINI or ONE PIECE SUITS ALONE - SHORTS MUST BE WORN OVER BOTTOM OF ONE PIECE). You are also welcome to bring a flotation device for added safety.
Safety Measures: Staff will supervise all water activities, and we will have a first aid kit on site.
We look forward to a fun and educational day at the beach! If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
WPB Adventurer & Pathfinder Club