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First Advanced Outdoor Ed Group

The first Advanced Outdoor Education Group at York House has started its 2012 program.

The girls will be engaging in a 5-day sea kayak trip on the west coast of Vancouver Island, then a 2-day surf clinic to wrap things up. Not only is this an incredible outdoor education experience, it also meets the standard for the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Standing. The program includes a team building rock climbing session, two sessions getting oriented to kayaking and many team meetings throughout the year.

In these shots below the girls are completing their first sea kayak training session in December. It was a chilly day to dump the boats but the views were stunning. More exciting photos to come!

Christopher Britt
Outdoor Education Coordinator

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Next Service Saturday: Feb 25

Our next Service Saturday is on February 25 and students have the chance to volunteer sorting food donations at the Food Bank with students from Saints, preparing food and serving lunch at Belkin House – Salvation Army or removing invasive holly at Pacific Spirit Park, UBC.

Learn more about these opportunities at the upcoming Senior School Assembly. All students can sign-up on the Community Service Board and the deadline is Monday, February 20.

Our next Service Saturday is April 28 so save the date now!

For more information, please see your Service Captains Laura or Shira, Ms. Keating or Ms. Stanger.