“Sharing is Caring”
Summer Holiday Program
July 24 - 28, 2023
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Session Overview
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!
Sometimes running late is unavoidable and we will always be waiting at, or nearby 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.
Each child should come prepared and have their own backpack with the following:
Small, healthy snacks
Lunch (AM group only)
Full water bottle
Well-fitted hat
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Well fitted closed-toe shoes
Rain jacket/coat
For wet sessions, days we are in or nearby streams, water or at the beach, please be prepared with:
Come changed with bathing suit under clothes
A spare t-shirt
Small Towel
Upon pick up a change of clothes is always a good idea for the ride home!
We appreciate that there is a lot of information above and we will use the WhatsApp chat to remind you of all these details on a day by day basis.
Drop Off, Pick Up & Running Late
Please be reminded that each session begins at 9:00 am and finishes at 12:30 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: Monday, July 24
We start our week at Aberdeen. We will visit both of the Upper and Lower Reservoirs at Aberdeen.
Drop Off
Aberdeen Reservoir
Pick Up
Aberdeen Reservoir
Session 2: Tuesday, July 25
We join with our other Shedders to do a Shed Community beach BBQ!
Drop Off
Chung Hom Kok Beach
Pick Up
Chung Hom Kok Beach
Session 3: Wednesday, July 26
We go to the Peak to start our week. We will hike up to our secret look out for a view of the city.
Drop Off
Victoria Peak Pavilion
Pick Up
Victoria Peak Pavilion
Session 4: Thursday, July 27
At our The Shed Home Base in Sai Ying Pun, Shedders will explore in our indoor climbing playground!
Drop Off
Home Base
Pick Up
Home Base
Session 5: Friday, July 28
We head to our Chai Wan Home Base at More Good for a pizza party to finish the week!
Drop Off
More Good - Chai Wan
Pick Up
More Good - Chai Wan
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.
Tim
A husband, father, and teacher, who calls Hong Kong home. After graduating with a Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education, he taught in Hong Kong for 5 years before setting his sights on the outdoor wonderland of Niseko, Japan. There he worked on building EdVenture Niseko, an outdoor summer and winter program for children and youth. After 8 years in Japan he decided it was time to put his energy back into his home of Hong Kong and create a “space” where he can share the lessons he has learnt from his life’s adventure with young people here in Hong Kong.
Sammi
Martin is ope-minded and a life-long learner. He graduated with a Bachelor in Urban Geography and Environment. He believes in the importance of protecting our natural environment. Martin also has experience in supporting students with diverse learning needs, particularly through greening activities to develop a more meaningful relationship with the outdoors. In his free time, he likes to skateboard and cook for his friends and family. By being part of The Shed, Martin hopes to continue promoting nature-positivity through awesome outdoor experiences.
Marty
Martin is open-minded and a life-long learner. He graduated with a Bachelor in Urban Geography and Environment. He believes in the importance of protecting our natural environment. Martin also has experience in supporting students with diverse learning needs, particularly through greening activities to develop a more meaningful relationship with the outdoors. In his free time, he likes to skateboard and cook for his friends and family. By being part of The Shed, Martin hopes to continue promoting nature-positivity through awesome outdoor experiences.
Tony
Tony was born and raised in Australia, is a nature lover and became a proud father in 2018. He believes that compassion and empathy are values that we all should have and is amazed by the inquisitive nature of children. By being part of The Shed, he is able to combine his love of teaching and learning from our future generations all while spending time outside in nature. Tony is a management consultant, life coach, and boxing coach in his spare time.