Upcoming trip reminders

Hi, everyone.

Snow is (again) beginning to accumulate in the mountains! To celebrate this, we have two trips planned in early 2015:

January 10th - Snowshoe trip to Mount Rainier Space is limited! See Mr. Coker soon for a permission slip and make sure you don't miss out. We'll be collecting a $10 fee for this trip to cover gas and district van use costs, and there might be an additional (small) fee for rentals. I'm working on getting us a deal to keep it as close to $0 as possible. Check your email for trip details.


February 7th - Skiing/Riding at White Pass Remember--we're taking this trip through Lacey Parks, so in order to get on the list you need to call 360-491-0857 and let them know you're interested in the specific February 7th trip. You can also stop by their office next to City Hall. It will cost $15.00 for a trip up in the vans, and we'll be able to get everyone a group rate for lift tickets (as long as we get enough people). Check your email and/or see Mr. Coker for more details.

More important dates:

• Our next Warehouse Rock Gym night is January 8th
• January 21st: Concession fundraiser, NTHS v. Capital Boys Basketball

Keep checking your email for more info!

Rock Gym this Thursday!

This year's THIRD OFFICIAL "NTHS Night" at the Warehouse Rock Gym is coming up this Thursday, December 4th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.  It's only $10 (plus tax) for a pass and rentals--a very good deal! See you there, and bring a friend! Just show them your school ID and/or let them know you're an NTHS student.

You do need to complete and turn in an NTPS field trip form--you can pick one up in the library. You only need to fill out one of these for the entire year.

Also, if you're under 18 (and most of you are) you must have a parent/guardian sign a printed waiver.You can get one here or stop by and pick one up from me in the NTHS Library. You can't climb at the Rock Gym without it.

Lacey Parks Ski/Board Trip Options!

Lacey Parks and Rec has several Winter outdoor adventure opportunities available this year - maybe we'll want to join them as a group? 

Click here to see a summary of the opportunities - you can also visit the Lacey Parks website for more information and registration.

2014 Banff Mountain Film Festival

Here are the details for this year's Banff Mountain Film Festival screenings in Olympia. Don't wait until the last minute--this event usually sells out!

When? - Saturday, December 13th at 7:00 PM and/or Sunday, December 14th at 6:00 PM.

Where? - Capitol Theater, Downtown Oly

How much? - $12.00 w/Student ID (or $23 for both days)

Where to get tickets? - Online here, or in person at Centro downtown (next to the Rock Gym)

OAC Staircase Trip | November 1, 2014

We'll get more photos posted/shared soon!

NTHS Night at the Warehouse Rock Gym: 11.6.2014

This year's SECOND OFFICIAL "NTHS Night" at the Warehouse Rock Gym is coming up this Thursday, November 6th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.  It's only $10 (plus tax) for a pass and rentals--a very good deal! See you there, and bring a friend! Just show them your school ID and/or let them know you're an NTHS student.

You do need to complete and turn in an NTPS field trip form--you can pick one up in the library. You only need to fill out one of these for the entire year.

Also, if you're under 18 (and most of you are) you must have a parent/guardian sign a printed waiver.You can get one here or stop by and pick one up from me in the NTHS Library. You can't climb at the Rock Gym without it.

We'll talk about other stuff at our meeting on Wednesday--see you then!

The Fall 2014 Challenge Course Highlight Video

It didn't rain this time! Thanks to all who turned out and helped out--it was a great day. Our end-of-the-year visit is set for May 30th, 2015. Save the date!

Fall 2014 Challenge Course Trip

It's time to sign up for the club trip to The Evergreen State College Challenge Course scheduled for Saturday, September 27th. Be sure to complete all of the sign-up forms and waivers -- just pick them up in the library, have them signed by your parents/guardians and return to Mr. Coker. Please note: there are two waiver forms--one for The Evergreen State College and one for NTPS. Both will need to be completed and signed. The cost will only be $10 per person!

Click on the link above for more info about the Challenge Course. Any questions? See Mr. Coker.

Thanks!

Gearing up for 2014-15

The new school year is almost here, and it's time to start thinking about activities for the Fall and beyond! More details will be shared once school starts and we have a chance to meet. Until then, here are some dates and activities you'll want to save on your calendar (they're also on our calendar):

• Saturday, September 20th: NOLS Exploration Film Tour

• Saturday, September 27th: The Challenge Course at The Evergreen State College
• Saturday, October 11th: Volunteer Trail Work at Mount Rainier National Park

We'll also be setting up monthly "NTHS Nights" at the Warehouse Rock Gym, planning trips and much more! Check in at school and stay tuned for updates!

More Summer Activities!

Here are some great offerings from Lacey Parks (thanks, Rachel!):

Summer!

Summer is almost here!  What are you going to do? Here are some options:

1. Get involved with the Mountaineers South Sound Adventure Club:

• You and your parents can sign you up free of charge online using the online Guest Membership form. You can also submit the PDF form via mail, if you wish. Just print out and mail.
• All students should apply for financial assistance (unless you absolutely don't want any). Here's the link to that form.
• All students and parents must sign the Youth Programs Waiver Form and turn in to Brigit Anderson
• All student and parents must complete and sign the Medical Authorization Form and turn in to Brigit Anderson
• One more legal form: all students and parents must complete and sign the Youth Health Form and turn in to Brigit Anderson

2. Get involved with the Olympia Yacht Club Youth Sailing program -- there's still time to sign up!

3. Spend some time at the Warehouse Rock Gym.  They've got a great summer deal for students--see the image to the right and/or ask them about it.

4. Visit any or all of our local city, state or national parks. The nice thing about Olympia is that you don't need to go far!

5. If it's hot, go swimming. Here's a great article with many outstanding suggestions.

6. Check the NTHS Outdoor Club Facebook and/or Twitter pages for updates.

7. Get outside and have a great summer!

Save the date: May 19th

Our next "North Thurston" night at the Warehouse Rock Gym will be Monday, May 19th from 7-9 PM.  See you there!

That's Gabe!

NTHS Night at the Rock Gym: Round Two!

Hey, everyone.

Our SECOND OFFICIAL "NTHS Night" at the Warehouse Rock Gym is coming up Monday, April 28th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.  Once again, Carly has information posted on the club Facebook page as well.  It's only $10 for a pass and rentals--a very good deal! See you there, and bring a friend!

If you're under 18 (and most of you are) you must have a parent/guardian sign a printed waiver. You can get one here or stop by and pick one up from Mr. Coker in the NTHS Library.

Hallie makes it look easy

Challenge Course at TESC

The NTHS Outdoor Adventure Club's first trip out to The Evergreen State College's Challenge Course was a big success. Though the elements kept us from participating in all the elements, everyone is excited about returning in the Fall (9.27.2014) for more fun and better weather. Thanks to Mr. Nelson, Ms. Sybouts, Miles and the facilitators from Evergreen for a great day!

Serious critical thinking in action

Sign-up now for the April 19th TESC Challenge Course trip

It's time to sign up for the club trip to The Evergreen State College Challenge Course trip scheduled for Saturday, April 19th. Be sure to complete all of the sign-up forms and waivers -- just print them out, have them signed by your parents/guardians and return to Mr. Coker in the library. Hard copies are also available in the library, so feel free to stop by and pick them up.  The cost will only be $10 per person!

Click on the link above for more info about the Challenge Course, and check out the documents linked below for more trip detail.  Any questions? See Mr. Coker.

Thanks!

• Click here to download the required TESC Challenge Course forms

NTHS Night at the Warehouse Rock Gym!

Hey, everyone.

Our FIRST OFFICIAL "NTHS Night" at the Warehouse Rock Gym is coming up Monday, March 17th at 6:00 to 9:00 PM.  Carly has information posted on the club Facebook page as well.  It's only $10 for a pass and rentals--a very good deal! See you there, and bring a friend!

If you're under 18 (and most of you are) you must have a parent/guardian sign a printed waiver. You can get one here or stop by and pick one up from Mr. Coker in the NTHS Library.

News and Challenge Course Date

Hi, everyone.

Thanks again to Brigit Anderson of The Mountaineers for stopping by at yesterday's meeting.  Stay tuned for more information from her regarding the simplified process for signing up for Mountaineers-sponsored trips. Keep in mind that we can make suggestions for her, too, so if there's a trip we want to take we should let her know and we'll work together to organize it.

Club Trip: TESC Challenge Course - A date has been set for our club trip to the Challenge Course at The Evergreen State College: Saturday, April 19th. Put in on your calendars and we'll communicate the details at the next meeting. Also, if you know a parent who would like to volunteer to come along please let me know.

A few more reminders:

1. If you're interested in the High School Sailing Team, contact Mr. Hinchcliffe ASAP in room 121
2. Student Night at the Warehouse Rock Gym is on every Saturday from 7-11 PM--1/2 off passes. We're looking at March 17th for our first "NTHS Night" at the Rock Gym at an even cheaper rate. More details to come.
3. There is an Olympia Mountaineers Conservation meeting this Saturday the 22nd. If interested, let Mr. Coker know--it would be a good opportunity to make connections.
4. Check out the Facebook page--it will probably be updated more often than this page. We're on Twitter, too @nthsoutdoors

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More ways to connect and a heads up

Hello, everyone. The NTHS Outdoor Adventure Club now offers a couple more ways to connect: via Facebook and/or Twtter.

• Here is the NTHS Outdoor Adventure Club now has a Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nthsoutdoors  -- Please like.
• We also have a Twitter page: https://twitter.com/nthsoutdoors (but not too many tweets, yet).

Also, Brigit Anderson of the Mountaineers has confirmed that she'll be joining us at our meeting on February 19th.  More info about Rock Gym activities coming soon, too. Stay tuned!

Sign-up for Mountaineers programs and other updates

Hello, everyone.

The information night was a success (more on that at our next meeting), but unfortunately the Mountaineers' Adventure Club coordinator, Brigit Anderson, was unable to attend due to a mild concussion (bike accident!). She's fine and has asked me to share the following program sign-up information with you:

• You and your parents can sign you up free of charge online using the online Guest Membership form. You can also submit the PDF form via mail, if you wish. Just print out and mail.
• All students should apply for financial assistance (unless you absolutely don't want any). Here's the link to that form.
• All students and parents must sign the Youth Programs Waiver Form and turn in to Brigit
• All student and parents must complete and sign the Medical Authorization Form and turn in to Brigit
• One more legal form: all students and parents must complete and sign the Youth Health Form and turn in to Brigit

We'll talk more about this on Wednesday the 5th, but this should get you started.

Also, if you're heading to the Rock Gym, let everyone know. We'll talk about setting up regular dates at our meeting. Also, Mr. Hinchcliffe is getting things going for the folks interested in sailing--stay tuned!

Radical Reels Coming March 8th, 2014

The Banff Mountain Film Festival Radical Reels tour is coming to Olympia on Saturday, March 8th. Hosted by the Olympia branch of The Mountaineers organization, in partnership with the Olympia Film Society, Radical Reels "presents the most outrageous films of the year featuring boarding, climbing, cycling, kayaking, and more. All brought to life on the spectacular big screen! Fun valuable giveaways throughout the screening!"

Tickets: $14.00 General Admission/ $12.00 OFS, Mountaineers, Military Members - Available online here, at the box office night of show, and The Alpine Experience. We'll see if we can get club members a discount :)

Information Meeting January 28th

The NTHS Outdoor Adventure Club would like to invite parents and students to our inaugural information meeting on Tuesday, January 28th, 2014 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the NTHS Library. Brigit Anderson, Youth Programs Coordinator for The Mountaineers Club, will be on hand to share information about their well-established programs, financial assistance and how your son/daughter can get involved.  Additionally, Gabrielle Shiosaki from the Warehouse Rock Gym here in Olympia will provide information about their ongoing teen program and special deals available for students.  Most importantly,we will use the meeting to solicit and discuss ideas, input and support from you as we develop a network of partnerships that will provide more opportunities for our students to get outside and safely enjoy all the recreational opportunities our region has to offer.


Hope to see you there!

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Campus Clean-Up

Hi, everyone (and welcome back).

Just a reminder that next week the NTHS Outdoor Adventure Club will have campus clean-up as a fundraiser. The officers and some club members met this morning and determined that Monday 1/13, Tuesday 1/14 and Thursday 1/16 will be the days we'll do campus clean-up.

Please email me or stop by the library if you'd like to sign up for one (or more) of those days. If you haven't done campus clean-up before, it's very easy: we'll just meet right after school in the library, then go downstairs to get the supplies and spend about 1 hour (no later than 3:00) picking up around campus. Do this and the club gets $150!

Here are the details:

• Minimum of 5 students each day
• Get trash bags and gloves from ASB workroom/custodian closet off of commons--please use the black/grey trash bags, not the clear recycle bags
• Students pick up trash around campus, parking lots, athletic fields, etc.
• All used trash bags go in the dumpster out back, unused trash bags get returned to the custodian closet
• At the end of the week, we email Ms. Reed and the club gets $150 bucks!