Half-Day Combination Challenge Course Program
Our half-day combination programs are designed to build and bond teams and groups through different activities and initiatives. Typically, these types of programs start with ground-level activities, and then finish on one of our exciting satellite high elements. The group’s representative will work with the Challenge Course Program Manager in advance of the scheduled program to select their preferred satellite high element depending on the size of the group, physical limitations/ability level, and the group’s goals for the program.
For the beginning of the day, we program playful games and challenges that encourage groups to get to know each other and address team dynamics, communication skills, empathy, and perspective. The activities we facilitate always depend on the nature of your group, based on the information you provided in your pre-program questionnaire.
At the end of the program, we will transition over to one of four possible satellite high elements: the Zip Line, the Flying Squirrel, the Team Swing, or for smaller and extra-adventurous groups, the Leap of Faith.
We call this activity “360 Whale Watch,” it’s one of many possible activities we may run for your group depending on their goals for the day, physical abilities, and problem-solving skills.
This is another possible activity that is less physically demanding and more mentally challenging.
Choose one of the following four satellite high elements:
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Our Tandem 1200-foot Zip Line! |
Our Leap of Faith! |
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Our Giant Team Swing! |
Our Flying Squirrel! |
Where to Park
What to Expect
What to Wear
- Clothing: Loose casual clothing that you feel comfortable playing in – gym clothes or athletic wear. It is important to dress for the weather!
- Cool: Layers for warmth – wool or fleece (avoid cotton)
- Rain: Change of clothes suggested and/or rain gear
- Warm: Shorts and T-shirts or light pants to protect from abrasions
- Shoes: Closed-toe shoes, low heeled, sturdy, comfortable and durable sneakers or hiking boots.
- (No sandals, flip- flops, Birkenstocks, Chacos, etc.)
- Socks: Necessary! Wear a weight that is comfortable for the weather.
Allergies and Asthma
- Allergies: If any participant has a history of anaphylactic shock induced by exposure to any natural issue likely encountered in a natural setting (Bees, Wasps, Poison Ivy etc.), they must bring their epinephrine injector with them to the challenge course.
- Asthmatics: If any participant has a history of any kind of asthma that requires the use of any type of inhaler, that participant must bring their inhaler with them to the challenge course.
What Not to Bring
- Jewelry
- Watches
- Anything in pockets (billfolds, wallets, etc.)
- Dangling keychains
- Cell phones
- Airpods/headphones
- Knives, etc.
(If you bring these items, please leave them in your vehicle or bring a bag you can put them in during our program.)
Reminders
- Please give yourselves enough time to get to the Outdoor Education Center so the groups can start promptly at the scheduled time.
- During the summer months it can be extremely hot. We will provide water jugs and cups, but you may want to also bring your own water bottle to help stay hydrated.
If you have any questions please call us at (919) 843-4632.