“Riding the Waves”
Ocean Session
Summer Holiday Full Day Program
July 17 - 21, 2023
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Session Overview
This week is all about being resilient and riding with the waves of life. We focus on water safety and building comfort around the power of the ocean. We focus on different ways to express emotions and we dig deep to get to know ourselves and what we are interested in and what we are challenged by. We work together as a team to learn kitchen basics and simple cooking skills. Join us this week to take a dive into the ocean and make a splash!
Being Prepared
Arriving early and prepared, allows your child the best opportunity to make the most of their session with us. Please share the packing responsibilities with children and let them take ownership of their possessions and at the same time be a helpful reminder to you!
Sometimes running late is unavoidable and we will always be waiting at, or nearby our meeting point before moving on. However, if you know you are going to be late, please inform the lead mentor ASAP. If it looks like you are going to be more than 30mins than the start time, alternative arrangements may need to be made and this will be considered on a case by case scenario.
Each child should come prepared and have their own backpack with the following:
Small, healthy snack
Lunch
Full water bottle
Well-fitted hat
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Spare mask
Well fitted closed-toe shoes
Rain jacket/coat
For wet sessions, days we are in or nearby streams, water or at the beach, please be prepared with:
A spare t-shirt
Small Towel
Beach/Stream sessions: Come changed with bathing suit under clothes
Upon pick up a change of clothes is always a good idea for the ride home!
We appreciate that there is a lot of information above and we will use the WhatApp chat to remind you of all these details on a day by day basis.
Drop off, Pick up & Running late
Please be reminded that each session begins at 9:30 am and finishes at 3:30 pm.
Sometimes running late is unavoidable and we will always be waiting at, or near by our meeting point before moving on. However if you know you are going to be late, please inform the lead mentor ASAP. If it looks like you are going to be more than 30mins than the start time, alternative arrangements may need to be made and this will be considered on a case by case scenario.
Session 1: Monday, July 17
More Good is our Chai Wan Home Base and sister Food Charity. Shedders will be taking over the meal service and preparing 275 hot meal boxes for the Chai Wan community.
Drop Off | 9:30 am
Sum Lung Industrial Building
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Sum Lung Industrial Building
Session 2: Tuesday, July 18 - Wet Session
We hike up to a light house in the morning and we will spend time in the ocean after lunch.
Drop Off | 9:30 am
Shek O Beach
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Shek O Beach
Session 3: Wednesday, July 19 - Wet Session
We visit Tai Tam Reservoirs and hike into a stream to get to a waterfall.
Drop Off | 9:30 am
Wilson Trail Hong Kong Parkview
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Tai Tam Reservoir
Session 4: Thursday, July 20
We start at The Peak and conquer High West in the morning. After, we hike down to our Sai Ying Pun Home Base for an afternoon of cooking to get prepared for our boat trip!
Drop Off | 9:30 am
The Peak
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Sai Ying Pun Home Base
Session 5: Friday, July 21 - Tung Lung Chau
On our last day, we will take a trip to Tung Lung Chau for a private excursion! Shedders will get Tung Lung Chau all to themselves as the ferry will only go during the weekends!
Drop Off | 9:30 am
Shau Kei Wan Ferry Pier
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Shau Kei Wan Ferry Pier
The Mentors
In the lead up to your child’s week with us, please take the time to have an upbeat chat with them about what is ahead. This will allow them some time to prepare for meeting the new mentors, the other children, and the new routines they are about to be involved in. Undoubtedly, there will be some nerves but they will be greeted with friendly faces and some running around should help to quickly get them relaxed and into the right frame of mind.
Tim
A husband, father, and teacher, who calls Hong Kong home. After graduating with a Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education, he taught in Hong Kong for 5 years before setting his sights on the outdoor wonderland of Niseko, Japan. There he worked on building EdVenture Niseko, an outdoor summer and winter program for children and youth. After 8 years in Japan he decided it was time to put his energy back into his home of Hong Kong and create a “space” where he can share the lessons he has learnt from his life’s adventure with young people here in Hong Kong.
Marty
Martin is open-minded and a life-long learner. He graduated with a Bachelor in Urban Geography and Environment. He believes in the importance of protecting our natural environment. Martin also has experience in supporting students with diverse learning needs, particularly through greening activities to develop a more meaningful relationship with the outdoors. In his free time, he likes to skateboard and cook for his friends and family. By being part of The Shed, Martin hopes to continue promoting nature-positivity through awesome outdoor experiences.