Wildwood Middle School Retreat Info Session Notes

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Program Overview

Positive Adventures running Wildwood Middle School retreat (3rd year partnership)
October 7-9 at Camp Lawrence Daily (Salvation Army camp near Malibu Creek State Park)
200 students, 18+ outdoor educators from Positive Adventures
Grade-specific activities each year:
- 6th grade: Archery and hiking
- 7th grade: Climbing wall
- 8th grade: Zipline and high ropes course
Evening programs include astronomy night and traditional campfire with s’mores

Departure Tuesday 9AM, return Thursday ~2:30PM (normal school day pickup available until 4PM)
Residential camp with bunk bed rooms, private bathrooms, dining hall
Swimming pool access for 8th graders only
Programming runs 8AM-8:30PM daily
Two-bag system required:
- Large duffel/rolling suitcase for all belongings
- Day backpack for hiking/activities (water bottles, headlamp, jacket)

All paperwork due yesterday (September 16) but late submissions accepted
Required forms via Inform K12 platform:
- Welcome form with packing list
- Medical history form (must be thorough)
- Positive Adventures waiver
- Salvation Army camp waiver
- Advanced medical conditions form (if applicable)
Wildwood-specific forms:
- Transportation form
- Medication form and guide for campus team
Medication drop-off station at departure (by Pam’s office with Mary Abzug?)

No cell phones allowed during retreat
Closed-toe shoes required (no sandals during activities)
Food accommodates all dietary restrictions (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian)
Bring everything on packing list including:
- Multiple reusable water bottles
- Warm jacket/sweatshirt
- Headlamp
- Twin sheet recommended over mattress
Wildlife minimal due to group noise (200 middle schoolers)
Forms not binding contract - fill out even if uncertain about attendance
Parent pickup available if severe homesickness/anxiety (30-minute drive)

Originally published on September 17, 2025