Open House
A Chance to
Learn About Us!
Open House 2013:
Saturday May 11 and June 1, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
If you can't make it to Open House,
contact us for a tour:
phone: 401-397-3304 ext. 6043
email: altonjones@uri.edu
Directions
Here’s What Happens at Open House:
Slide
Show
Enjoy an informative slide presentation on the Alton Jones
Camp programs. Camp staff will be available following the presentation
to answer questions about the various programs offered. Ongoing
throughout the day.
Overnight Camp
Camp Exhibits
Displays will provide information on Earth Camp for ages 9-13,
Teen X Adventure Camp for ages 13-16, and our small group
Specialty Camps and Expeditions for ages 11-17. Overnight Camp
staff will be on site to answer questions. The
main lodge and cabins will be available for
viewing.
Day
Camp Exhibits
Displays will highlight the activities at Woodvale Farm Day
Camp for ages 5-8, Eco-Zone Day Camp for ages 8-11, and Teen X Day Camp
for ages 12-15. Day Camp staff will be available to answer questions
about programs, safety, schedules, etc.
Woodvale
Farm Showcase
Walk (or drive your car) to the farm to see the gardens, cemetery, barn and classroom. A staff member will be available
to answer questions. It is a 15-minute walk to the farm (one
way) along a well-marked trail.
Teacher Tours
If you are a schoolteacher considering a field trip for your
class, let any staff member know and a member of our education
staff will provide a tour and answer your questions.
Van Tours of the Campus
See Woodvale Farm, Lake Eisenhower, the Nettie Marie Jones Nature
Preserve, the Environmental Research Area and the Whispering
Pines Conference Center and learn about the history of the Campus.
Van tours will be ongoing throughout the day.
Guided Trail Walks
Join one of our staff naturalists for a nature walk on the W.
Alton Jones Campus trails. Walks last 45 to 60 minutes on easy
terrain. Portions of some trails may be wet. Walks begin at
11:00 AM, 12:00 noon, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Free
Food!
Food and beverages will be available throughout the day in the
main hall.
Registration
and Information Table
Questions can be answered and camp registrations will be taken
throughout the day in the main hall. Be aware that some programs
fill up before Open House!
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