Outdoor Education Africa School Tours recognize the value and undeniable success of educational school tours.
Students gain exposure to new and exciting aspects outside of the classroom, which creates within them a thirst for knowledge regarding Human and Environmental Sciences. Moreover it fosters a healthy sense of self in the leaders of tomorrow.
With all your arrangements being taken care of by Outdoor Education Africa, the only thing you need to concern yourself with, is packing The Bag.
The typical mom thinks about the hygiene first, which is really important. The list is endless – toothbrush, toothpaste, face wash, body lotion, face cloth, pads/tampons for the girls, shaving cream, razor, shampoo, towels, hair brush, sun screen, hairdryer (if there’s still space in your bag left!) and the list goes on. Remember to also pack allergy medication if you have any known allergies.
Clothing wise, you will need to check the weather a few days prior to your departure. Make sure you take extra clothes as you might be required to complete obstacle courses that will see you crawling through mud and such. No matter what the weather report says – always pack a sweater.
The evenings might be cold and you might have to spend part of them outside. Pack a rain jacket as well and never forget the necessities – underwear, tank tops, socks, boxers and most times you will need a swimsuit too! Pack a few plastic bags to pack your muddy, dirty or wet clothes in, to make sure it doesn’t dirty your clean clothes.
Although you might want to, don’t pack your best clothes. Remember that these trips will more than likely be taxing on your clothing, so pack clothes that you feel comfortable in and that allows you to partake in physical activities.
Check with your educator whether you are allowed to take your phone, MP3 player, camera or iPod. Also be aware that you might not be able to lock these things away while you’re busy with the tour activities. If you are allowed to take these, remember their chargers. Also always remember money – you might stop at a shop on the way and many camp terrains have tuck shops available to their visitors. Take a water bottle – chances are you will be spending most of your time outside in the sun and you don’t want to cut your tour short due to dehydration.
Make sure the bag you pack your stuff in is durable and preferably has wheels. You might need to walk quite a bit from the bus to your allocated rooms, so having wheels will save you from carrying your bags all the way. Also don’t take too many bags – for your own comfort and to avoid a sermon from your educator!
School tours are meant to be fun and educational. Don’t be left behind because you didn’t pack everything you need! The night before your depart, double check that you’ve packed all you might need and remember to set an alarm so you don’t miss the bus!
Above all – enjoy your trip and allow yourself to be educated.
Written by Marleen Theunissen
Creative Writer at ATKA SA
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