Cabin Living
Students stay together in cabins and experience a residential outdoor education program.
Meridian Elementary School
5th & 6th Grade
Sly Park Adventure
Get ready to learn, explore, challenge yourself, and make unforgettable memories in the great outdoors!
🌲 An Adventure Beyond the Classroom
Our 5th and 6th grade students are heading to Sly Park Environmental Education Center for an exciting outdoor learning experience!
This is more than a field trip. Students have the opportunity to learn about the natural world, work together, build confidence, and experience learning in a whole new environment.
Adventure at a Glance
Here are some of the things our students can look forward to.
Outdoor Exploration
Students explore the surrounding forest and participate in hands-on outdoor learning.
Hands-On Science
Learning extends into the natural world through investigations of ecosystems, wildlife, geology, and environmental science.
Nature
Students experience the forest and discover how living things interact within their environment.
Night Adventure
One memorable experience is Sly Park's night walk, designed to encourage trust, courage, and awareness.
Team Building
Students have opportunities to build friendships, confidence, communication skills, and independence.
🐾 What Makes Sly Park Special?
Sly Park's residential environmental education program is designed specifically for 5th and 6th grade students. Students learn through a combination of outdoor exploration, classroom experiences, and hands-on activities.
Explore
Forests & Trails
Discover
Local Ecosystems
Investigate
Science & Nature
Grow
Confidence & Independence
Learning in the Great Outdoors
The experience connects outdoor exploration with meaningful academic learning.
🔎 Students May Explore
- Ecosystems and habitats
- Wildlife and insects
- Geology and landforms
- Environmental awareness
- Forest and natural resources
- Connections between living things and their environment
🧠 Students Can Practice
- Critical thinking
- Observation and investigation
- Problem solving
- Teamwork and communication
- Confidence and independence
- Environmental stewardship
What Should Students Expect?
Sly Park is an outdoor experience, so students should be prepared to learn and participate in a variety of conditions.
Be Ready for Weather
Outdoor activities can take place in changing weather conditions. Dressing appropriately is an important part of the experience.
Be Ready to Move
Students should expect walking, hiking, exploring, and participating in active outdoor activities.
Be Ready to Grow
Students will have opportunities to try new things, work with classmates, and build confidence.
🎒 Getting Ready
Families should use the official Sly Park information provided by the school for the complete packing list and trip requirements.
Helpful Reminders
- Dress for outdoor activities.
- Wear comfortable, appropriate shoes.
- Bring weather-appropriate clothing.
- Label personal belongings.
- Follow the school's packing instructions.
- Bring only items approved by the school.
Most Important of All
- Come ready to learn.
- Come ready to explore.
- Be respectful of nature.
- Be respectful of classmates and staff.
- Try something new.
- Have an amazing adventure!
💛 Families: What You Need to Know
We know an overnight outdoor education experience can be exciting—and may come with a few questions!
Detailed information about transportation, dates, required forms, medications, packing, cabin arrangements, meals, student expectations, and other trip details will be provided by Meridian Elementary School.
Please make sure all school-provided forms and instructions are reviewed carefully before the trip.
For official information about Sly Park's program, families can visit the Sly Park Environmental Education Center website.
🔗 Official Sly Park Resources
Want to learn more about where our students are going? These links take you directly to Sly Park's official website.
