This week's field trip was actually a holdover from last year, which we had to cancel when we woke up to torrential rain and thunderstorms.
This year the rain clouds were peeking around the corner, but we managed to find a clear spot in the day to go on our Treasure Hunt. We started at a meeting spot, where I handed out the first piece of the treasure map. That piece of the map held a clue as to where we’d find the next envelope. The kids went screaming off to the next spot. And the next. And the next, until we had a complete map. The last piece directed us to the treasure chest, filled with cheap telescopes and compasses—excellent gear for young explorers.
I have to give a big shout-out and thank you to my dad, who stayed about ten minutes in front of us, hiding clues. I had a feeling if I placed them all earlier that morning, we’d be called in by the bomb squad, so reeling in Papa Joe seemed like a better plan.
This was our final field trip for the season, so big thanks to all who joined us this summer. Now off to start the list for next year…