Expect to be outside all day long.

• All groups will experience outdoor activity during their time at the center.
• Activities take place outdoors, rain or shine.
• Activities are generally in the woods, on unpaved trails, along creeks.
• Trails can be muddy at any time of the year.

Everything you wear may get very dirty, wet, or muddy.

• Cotton clothing, such as sweatshirt, retains water and provides NO WARMTH when wet.
• Wear a hat to shade from the sun in warmer months and to keep heat in during colder ones.
• Dress in layers. You can always take something off if you are hot, but cannot add something you don’t have.
• Gloves or mittens are a necessity in colder months.
• A raincoat is always a good thing to bring, regardless of weather forecast.

No sandals or other open footwear, due to potential foot injury.

• Most activity areas are rough and unpaved. Some trails are steep.
• Gym shoes or hiking boots are appropriate in warmer months. These WILL GET DIRTY.
• Waterproof boots or snow boots are required on rain days and in colder months.

KCOEC Staff needs to be notified of students requiring special attention, prior to arrival.

• Consider that most days will involve a hike over uneven terrain. Wheelchairs or walkers will require prior planning between the KCOEC Staff and the Lead Teacher coming with students.
• Inhalers for asthmatics.
• EPI pens for those with severe allergies to bee stings.
• Diabetics with specific needs.

Electronic devices and jewelry are to be left home or at school

Exception:

Adult chaperones may have cell phones for emergency purposes, but must silence them during their stay at the center.