“Making Our Mark”

Summer Holiday Program

July 17 - 21, 2023
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
OR
2:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Session Overview

Shedders becoming creators this week as we explore our backyard, Hong Kong! At the Reservoirs, we make our mark in nature and find ways to show gratitude for how the community provides for us and in return, how we can take care of the planet. We look at water systems and the importance of water care and preservation. At Home Base, we get ready for our BBQ by going to the market and learning about different ways to flavour our foods.

Being Prepared

Arriving early and prepared, allows your child the best opportunity to make the most of their session with us. Please share the packing responsibilities with children and let them take ownership of their possessions and at the same time be a helpful reminder to you!

What should my Shedder wear?

well fitted closed toe trainers
light clothing that is appropriate for the weather
well fitted backpack with thick straps, for little ones, backpacks that clip together at the chest work well
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Please see the photos for examples of appropriate attire for our program
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Packing List

Small, healthy snacks
Lunch (PM can remove lunch)
Full water bottle (500ml, room temperature or cold water)
Well-fitted hat
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Rain jacket/coat

Wet Sessions

Please come with a bathing suit under your clothes and wear sandals or Crocs and ensure your child has these items in their backpack:

Small, healthy snacks
Lunch (PM session only)
Full water bottle (500ml, room temperature or cold water)
Well-fitted hat
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Rain jacket/coat
Small towel
Set of dry change of clothes, shorts are preferred, not leggings

*Water shoes are not recommended as they get tricky when we are moving around on the beach and in the shower.

Drop off, Pick up & Running late

Please be reminded that each Morning session begins at 9:00 am and finishes at 12:30 pm.
If you are joining us for the Afternoon session, it begins at 2:30 pm and finishes at 6:00 pm.

Sometimes running late is unavoidable and we will always be waiting at, or near by our meeting point before moving on. However if you know you are going to be late, please inform the lead mentor ASAP. If it looks like you are going to be more than 30mins than the start time, alternative arrangements may need to be made and this will be considered on a case by case scenario.

Session 1: Tuesday, July 18

We head out to the wet market to purchase ingredients for end of week BBQ.

Session 2: Wednesday, July 19

We are back at Home Base to prepare all of our food for BBQ.

Session 3: Thursday, July 20 - Stream Session

At Pok Fu Lam, we work together to help keep each other safe for a climb in boulders.

Session 4: Friday, July 21

We finish off the week with a BBQ and we get to taste the flavour combinations that we came up with!

The Mentors

In the lead up to your child’s week with us, please take the time to have an upbeat chat with them about what is ahead. This will allow them some time to prepare for meeting the new mentors, the other children, and the new routines they are about to be involved in. Undoubtedly, there will be some nerves but they will be greeted with friendly faces and some running around should help to quickly get them relaxed and into the right frame of mind.