1. BURTON 4-H CENTER 9 LEWIS AVENUE TYBEE ISLAND, GA 31328
FIFTH GRADE FIELD TRIP
May 30, 31, June 1
Any student unable to attend the trip will remain at school and follow a normal classroom schedule under the supervision of PCES fifth grade teacher.

2. PERTINENT INFORMATION
Cost: $ Included is lodging, all meals, bus fair, and t-shirt. Students may bring extra money for canteen.
• Make checks payable to Pike County Elementary
• This trip will begin on Tuesday, May 30, 2017
5:30 a.m. and will continue through Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Please be punctual at departure and pick up times. CHAPERONES ARRIVE AT 5:15 A.M.

3. PERTINENT INFORMATION
*Students taking prescribed medications need to have a parent/guardian complete a medication form for each prescribed medication. These forms will be available the morning of departure, or you can pick one up at orientation. All medication must be in the original bottle with the students name clearly visible.
*In the event that a student needs Tylenol, pepto bismol, etc. Parents will be contacted for verbal permission.

4. TRAVEL TIME TRAVEL TIME WILL BE APPROXIMATELY 4 ½ TO 5 HOURS
Burton 4-H Center is expecting us at 11:00 a.m. Therefore, we must depart promptly at 6:30 a.m.
We will depart from Burton 4-H Center at 10:00 a.m. And we should arrive at PCES at approximately 2:00 p.m.
We will be contacting the school periodically to give them updates.

5. WHAT TO BRING CHECKLIST
Hat or cap
Pajamas
Bedding(sheets and blanket or sleeping bag)‏
Pillow
Towels (bring at least 2)‏
Toiletries - soap, toothbrush, washcloth, etc.
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
2 large labeled plastic bags (for wet clothes)‏
Water bottle
Raincoat or rain gear – classes will continue in the event of rain.
Light jacket
Daily change of clothes (Some days you may need additional outfits for marsh or surf sleuth)‏
Shoes (2 or 3 pairs) (Please no flip-flops) An old pair for the marsh and surf sleuth. Comfortable pair to keep dry

6. OPTIONAL ITEMS
Camera & film
Bathing suit (To be worn under clothing. No swimming is allowed)‏
Baggies for shell collections
Money for Canteen ($1 bills and quarters, as we don’t give change anytime other than official canteen times)‏
Eyewear strap
Your child will have a wonderful, fun, learning experience regardless of the weather as long as he or she is prepared!

7. WHAT NOT TO BRING CHECKLIST
Students are not provided access to a phone during their field study time at Burton 4-H Center.
Based on our past experiences, a home sick child allowed to call home worsens the situation for all involved. Adults may bring and use their cell phones during appropriate times ONLY.
STUDENTS MAY NOT BRING CELL PHONES.
Candy, gum or snacks
Knives
Fishing equipment
Fireworks
ALL electronic games or equipment
Student cell phones
Curling irons
Expensive jewelry

8. IMPORTANT
Please limit luggage to one suitcase, backpack or duffel bag, plus one sleeping bag or bed roll.
Pack only old clothes suitable for outdoor use.
Label all belongings.
Only old clothes are needed. New clothes may be ruined by heavy outdoor use!
Do not send valuables! Burton 4-H Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items
We hold classes in rain or shine (only lightning brings us in) so pack accordingly and be prepared.

9. RULES AND REGULATIONS
Listen to instructors and adults. A raised hand indicates that it is time to listen.
Shoes, wet or dry, must be worn at all times.
Absolutely no swimming allowed.
Phones are not available to students.
Do not leave money in the dorm.
No running, climbing, or bouncing ball on the A-Frame roof.
No students allowed on dock, trail, or marsh boardwalk without an adult.
No food or drink in dormitories.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.
Burton 4-H Center wants to keep your students safe and our grounds maintained. Your assistance in enforcing these rules is greatly appreciated.

10. FIRST AID
Though our staff is certified in First Aid and CPR, the responsible school must make decisions regarding a child’s first aid needs.
Due to UGA policies, our first-aid kit is stocked with latex gloves, bandages, gauze pads, a map to the hospital, and water proof tape; no peroxide, first aid ointment, tweezers, or eye drops are provided or readily available.

11. MEDICAL TREATMENT
A parental permission form for medical treatment is included in your packet.
Injured students will be taken to the Tybee Island Clinic on the island, the Immediate Med clinic in Savannah, or Candler Hospital emergency room in Savannah.
Transportation is the responsibility of the visiting school.
Family and/or school must provide medical insurance for participants. No medical coverage is offered through the Burton 4-H Center.
Tybee Island’s First Responder unit may be reached by dialing 911.

12. EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION which may occur at home and someone must contact you or a child in your group, have them call Burton 4-H Center at

13. MENU – SUBJECT TO CHANGE
MONDAY
Breakfast
Eat a good breakfast at home. You may bring a few snacks for the bus ride to Tybee. Food is not allowed in the dorms. So, please do not over pack food items.
Lunch
Corn-dogs, Chips, Baked Beans, Cookies, Pickles, Fruit, Punch/Tea for Adults
Dinner
Fried Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Lima beans, Veggie Tray or Salad, Rolls, Cake or Pudding, Fruit, Punch/Tea for Adults
TUESDAY
Breakfast
Eggs, Sausage, Grits , Biscuits, Fruit, Orange or Apple Juice, Coffee for Adults
Lunch
Pizza, Salad or Veggie Tray, Corn, Juice Bars or Cookies, Fruit, Punch/Tea for Adults
Dinner
Spaghetti, Salad, Green Beans or Garlic bread, Fruit, Cake or Pudding, Punch/Tea for Adults

14. MENU WEDNESDAY Breakfast
Pancake & Sausage on a stick, hash Browns, Fruit, Orange or Apple Juice, Coffee for Adults
Lunch
Bag lunches for our trip home

15. MONETARY NEEDS CANTEEN
Burton 4-H Center operates a canteen that allows children and adults to purchase an assortment of snacks, drinks, and souvenirs. Most snack and drink items are priced between $0.50 and $1.25. Souvenir items are priced between $0.50 and $ Canteen items can be purchased with cash only. (NO CHECKS) Please bring $1 bills and quarters for the canteen.

16. MONETARY NEEDS DRINK MACHINE
A vending machine offering “sport” drinks and water. Drinks cost $1.25. The machine accepts crisp dollar bills as well as quarters. Money lost in the drink machine can be retrieved during canteen times.
Fresh, cold water is always available at the water fountains located throughout the camp. BRING A WATER BOTTLE LABELED WITH YOUR NAME.

17. TELEPHONE USE
Students are not provided access to a phone during their field study time at Burton 4-H Center.
Based on our past experiences, a home sick child allowed to call home worsens the situation for all involved. Adults may use their cell phones during appropriate times ONLY.
STUDENTS MAY NOT BRING THEIR CELL PHONES.

18. The 2016 – 2017 Tybee shirt design winner is Sara Moon.
STUDENT T-SHIRTS
The 2016 – 2017 Tybee shirt design winner is Sara Moon.
All students will receive their shirt May 22, Please have your child wear their shirt Tuesday.

19. ITINERARY Day 1 11:00-11:30 Arrive and Move In
11: :00 Orientation
12: :15 Lunch KP Duty
12: :45 Lunch
12:45-2:45 Beach Ecology
2:45 – 3:00 Break
3:00 – 5:00 Crabs and Critters
5:00 - 5:15 Break
5:15 – 5:30 Supper KP Duty
5:30 – 6:30 Supper
6:30 - 7:00 Canteen
7:00 – 8:00 Marine Mammals
8:00 – 9:00 Squid Dissection
10:00 Quiet Time
Day 2
7:45-8:00 Breakfast KP Duty
8:00-8:45 Breakfast
9:00-11:00 Marsh Ecology
11:00-11:15 Break
11:15-11:30 Lunch KP Duty
11:30-12:15 Lunch
12:30-2:30 Surf Sleuth
2:30-3:00 Canteen
3:00-5:00 Invertebrate Study
5:00-5:15 Break
5:15-5:30 Supper KP Duty
5:30-6:30 Supper
6:30-7:00 Canteen
7:00-8:00 Leader Led Games
8:00-9:00 Night Walk
10:00 Quiet Time

20. ITINERARY Day 3 7:45-8:00 Breakfast KP Duty and Dorm Clean up
9:00-9:30 Finalize Dorm Checkout & Head Home

21. GEORGIA PERFORMANCE STANDARD CORRELATIONS
Beach Ecology -
S5CS1(c, d), S5CS3(d), S5CS4(a-c), S5CS8(a, d), S5E1(a-c)
Crabs and Critters -
S5CS1(c, d), S5CS7(b), S5CS8(a, d), S5L1(a), S5L2(a)
Marsh Ecology -
S5CS1(c, d), S5CS4(a), S5CS8(a, c, d), S5E1(a, b), S5L4(a, b)
Invertebrate Studies -
S5CS1(a, c, d), S5CS3(c, d), S5CS4(a, b), S5CS5(b), S5CS7(b), S5CS8(a-d), S5L1(a)
Surf Sleuth -
S5CS1(c, d), S5CS3(c, d), S5CS8(a, d), S5L1(a)‏
Night Walk -
S5CS1(c, d), S5CS8(a, d)
Marine Mammals -
S5CS1(a, c), S5CS2(c), S5CS3(d), S5CS4(b), S5CS7(a, b), S5CS8(a, b, d), S5L1(a )‏

22. WE ARE EXCITED We are excited about visiting the Burton 4-H Center.
We can't wait to share all of the wonderful experiences that we will have.