Franklin College to Panama - Presentation

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Day 1 – Your Panamanian Journey Begins

Gather at the airport in Indianapolis early one
morning a couple days following graduation to
join fellow teammates, family and Grizzly fans.
With excitement and anticipation, board your
international flight to travel beyond the Caribbean
to the southern end of Central America. Enjoy
some movies and a meal enroute arriving in the
afternoon in the beautiful tropical climate of the
Republic of Panama.
Check-in to the hotel and if all goes smoothly,
enjoy a quiet evening in the fresh and warm
Panamanian air.


Day 1 – Fly to Panama


PANAMA


Day 2 - Portobelo

PORTOBELO
North of Panama City, Portobelo is one of the oldest Spanish
fortifications on the Caribbean coast. “Puerto Bello”, the Beautiful Port,
was named by Columbus in 1502 on his fourth New World journey.
The landscape of the bay lead to it becoming a significant strategic
stronghold. However, this also meant it was the site of numerous
invasions at the hands of English privateers and the Royal Navy.
Pirates also looted Portobelo from time-to-time and were in constant
skirmishes with the Spanish landlords of Panama at that time.
In the 18th century, Portobelo was overrun and never regained
prominence. Later, parts of the city were dismantled to build the
Panama Canal and many of the stones were build in the construction of
the Gatun locks. Currently it is protected as a national park and as a
UNESCO World Heritage Site.


To Portobelo - Countryside


Fortified Portobelo


Day 3 – Tropical Forest

Head west out of the city over the Bridge of the
Americas and into the countryside of Panama that is
lush with tropical foliage, green mountains and lakes.
The natural beauty provides the ideal setting to enjoy
outdoor activities such as jungle canopy tours and a
boat ride to Monkey Island on Gatun lake, which leads
to the Panama Canal.


Day 3 – Bridge of the Americas


Day 3 – Jungle Canopy Tour


Day 3 – Gatun Lake Monkey Island Tour


Day 3 – Monkey Island Tour


Day 4 – Practice & City Tour

After the morning practice we will take a tour of the
Capital of the Republic of Panama. It is located at
the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. It is a
hub for international banking and commerce, as
well as ranking as one of the top 5 places in the
world to retire.
You will visit the ruins of the first city of Panama
(Old Panama), founded in 1519; and then we’ll gaze
at the city’s skyscrapers, the banking district as
well as the hotels and commercial centers. A visit
to the Colonial Panama follows, which is known as
the last Spanish enclosed sea-walled city.


Day 4 – Practice & City Tour


Day 4 – Panama City Tour


Day 5 – Embera Indian Culture

After a morning pre-game walk-through we will
travel to Chagres National Park to see where the
community of the native, nomadic Embera Indian
tribe has existed for centuries.



Enjoy the warm, festive welcome of the Emberan tribe.



Possibly try to throw a football with some tribesmen,
then try your luck at their native skills.



Be ready to experience the lush natural landscape.



Consider the great values, authentic and beautiful gifts for family at home.



Let’s get a photo of Franklin Football in the Panamanian jungle!


Day 6 – Panama Canal & Game Day

The Panama Canal connects
the Pacific Ocean and
Caribbean Sea saving vessels
extraordinary maritime travel
around Cape Horn. Originally
started by the French, the
project was largely
constructed and finished by
the United States, who
maintained possession of the
canal until 1999.
The canal is now owned and
operated by the Panamanian
Government. It took 34 years
to build and the American
Society of Engineers names it
one of the seven wonders of
the modern world.


Day 6 – Panama Canal

The Panama
Canal saves
7900
nautical
miles on the
New York
City to San
Francisco
route!


Day 6 – Panama Canal

Each lock is
about 2/3s the
width of a
football field,
but 3 times the
length. The
lock system
pumps water
such that they
lift ships 85
feet above sea
level!


Day 6 PM – Game Day
You’ll be acclimated to play in the warm tropical air
in a stadium uniquely surrounded by palm trees!


Day 6 – Game Day

Time to show Panamanians what is - Grizzly Football!


Day 6 – Game Day

Stout Defense!

Big Play Offense!


Day 6 – Game Day

After the game – Let’s shake a hand!


Post-Game Party

And, of course get a team photo then get ready
for a post game celebration with our hosts!


Day 7 – Transfer & Resort Day 1

After a great post-game social into the evening
with your Panamanian opponents and hosts, get
the rest you can and be ready for an early morning
departure and transfer to our final Panamanian
destination – a beautiful, relaxing and rollicking
oceanside resort.
Rest, rejuvenate and celebrate a great off-season
of work that culminated with a tremendously
unifying adventure – and another big win for
Grizzly football while representing the USA.


Day 7 – Panamian Resorts


Day 8 – Resort Activity Day

Make the most of a free day. Consider
the following activities (coach
approval required):

•Jet Ski
•Snorkel
•Scuba Dive
•Additional Tour

Or, just relax at the beach with
teammates, family and friends
enjoying te sun, surf and service that
Panama resort life offers.

Day 8 – Resort Activity Day


A Relaxing Final Night: Team/Trip Awards


Day 9 – Return Home

It’s time to say farewell to Panama and head
home after breakfast at your hotel. We will
transfer to the airport by motor coach and
board your flight which will arrive home later
today when you can recount your stories and
adventures from your immensely diverse and
fascinating time in the Republic of Panama.


Day 9 – Return to USA


Contact

Global Football - USA Global Football - USA Jim
Patrick Steenberge Barnes Tour &
Event Coordinator
7301 Crube Court
Granbury 630 45th Street
Texas Moline
76049 IL 61265
USA USA
(817) 326-3578 - Office (309) 781-7274– Cell
(817) 219-7274 – Cell jimbarnes@globalfootball.com
(817) 326-3574 – Fax
patrick@globalfootball.com


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