Informational powerpoint about USD Outdoor Adventure's Honors Channel Islands Pre-Orientation trip, Summer 2015!

1. Channel Islands
Honors Pre-O Adventure
July 26th-August 1st, 2015

2. Welcome to Pre-O Adventure!
Get ready for adventure in the Channel Islands, known as
the Galapagos Islands of North America. This will be an
amazing way to meet new friends and start your journey at
USD!
To get ready for our adventure, please read the following
slides that include important information about our trip.
Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

3. Questions Answered:
Who are my guides?
Itinerary?
What will I eat?
Where are we camping?
What to pack?
What’s the weather like?
What skills do I need?
Risks and Hazards?
Questions and Concerns?

4. The Guides
Kelly
Nickname: Kellytay
Hometown: Carlsbad, CA
Year: Sophomore
Studying: Political Science,
Classical Studies, Visual Arts
Honors Student
Emma
Nickname: Emmilou
Hometown: La Cañada, CA
Year: Junior
Studying: Visual Arts &
French
Cameron
Nickname: Candyman
Hometown: Evergreen, CO
Year: Senior
Studying: Biology, Business
Administration, dabbling in
Environmental Studies
Honors Student

5. The Guides
Angela
Nickname: Spinach
Hometown: Brookfield, CT
Year: Junior
Studying: Humanities &
Environmental Studies
Honors Student
Addison
Nickname: Captain
America
Hometown: Ninseng,
China
Year: Junior
Studying: Business
Michael
Nickname: Schwaboo
Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Year: Sophomore
Studying: Biochemistry
Honors Student

6. Itinerary
● Day 1: Sunday, July 26th
Morning: Check-in at Outdoor Adventures at 9am; rent or
purchase any gear you need, go over your gear with your
guides, and meet your classmates and honors staff
Afternoon: Depart for Holiday Group Campground by 1:30
Evening: Set up camp, prepare dinner, and get to know each
other!
● Day 2: Monday, July 27th
Morning: Get up early and drive to Ventura Harbor to take
the ferry to Santa Cruz Island
Afternoon: Set up base camp, stop at the visitor’s center,
explore!

7. ● Day 3-5: July 28th
-30st
Hike various trails
Kayak through sea caves & snorkel through the kelp forest
Sunrise hike to Montañon Ridge
● Day 6: Friday, July 31st
Morning: Pack up camp
Afternoon: Take the 5pm ferry to the mainland
Night: Arrive at campus around 11:30
● Day 7: Saturday, August 1st
Morning: Say our goodbyes around 9am
Itinerary Continued

8. Food
● Meals are provided beginning
with lunch on day 1 through
lunch on day 6
● We will stop for dinner on day
6 as we drive home- bring
$15-20
● Let us know if you have any
dietary preferences or
restrictions on the Getting to
Know You Google Form so
that we can accommodate
you!

9. Base Camp
● Outdoor Adventures provides enough four
person tents for all participants- you can
also sleep under the stars!
● We will be carrying all of our gear 1 mile
from the ferry landing to our campsite
● Santa Cruz Island has a water faucet and
permanent porta potties, but does not have
showers.

10. Packing:
● Please refer to the packing list provided!
● We will load and unload our equipment from the ferry, as well as carry it a
mile to camp, so pack only the essentials!
● Pack your gear in a duffel bag or backpack that you can comfortably carry for
1 mile- please no suitcases!
● Some items are available to rent/purchase through Outdoor Adventures, be
sure to fill out the google form!

11. Weather
● Average temperatures can range from
60s-70s during the day and 30s-40s at
night.
● We will be 20 miles offshore, so expect
possible heavy winds, marine layer,
cool nights, humidity, and long
exposure to the sun. We hope for
perfect conditions, but prepare for the
worst.
● Be sure to pack for cold and warm
weather- layers are great for adjusting
to changing conditions

12. What skills do I need?
● No previous experience is necessary! Some days will be
more challenging than others, but our program also
values challenge by choice.
● Be prepared to hike between 4 and 10 miles during our
day hikes over a combination of dirt roads, established
trails, and off trail paths.
● Our sit-on-top kayaking adventure will be guided by
Channel Islands Outfitters; conditions permitting, expect
to paddle between 6 and 8 miles.

13. Risks and Hazards
● Santa Cruz Island is 20 miles off the coast of Santa Barbara; although the ferry stops
a few times a day, we are in a remote environment and need to plan accordingly.
● There are a variety of risks and hazards associated with outdoor recreation; these
include slips, falls, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, hypothermia, sunburn, dehydration,
animal encounters, and blisters.
● Weather is also important to take into account; sun protection is essential, as there
is very little shade on the island.
What about drugs and alcohol?
● Illegal drugs and alcohol are never allowed on trips, nor being under the
influence.
● Prescription medications are required. Please make sure you bring them in the
original bottle with the physicians name on it.

14. Questions or Concerns?
Please don’t hesitate to call or email us:
619-260-4709
usdoutdooradventures@sandiego.edu
www.sandiego.edu/oa
More photos of Outdoor Adventures Trips:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/usdoutdooradventures/sets/72157632818199786/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/usdoutdooradventures/sets/72157629206694035/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/usdoutdooradventures/sets/72157627526927705/

15. We look forward to meeting you in July!