Baxter Field Trip - October 12

A few tips for our upcoming field trip next week:

Here is a list of things for your students to bring with you:

-              Water bottle (Water at Baxter’s interpretive centre is potable and water bottles can be refilled at the sinks.)

-              Litterless lunch (We ask all groups to pack out any garbage they bring in with them. We DO NOT sell food onsite)

-          Rubber boots (Necessary if it is raining.)

-              Rain gear (Just in case!)

The RVCA and local Health Unit recommend the following things for visits to any natural area:   

-              Long light coloured pants and long-sleeved shirts in lightweight fabric for breathability

-              Closed-toed shoes

-              DEET based insect repellent

-              Sunscreen and hat

-              Checking yourself for ticks when you return home: Carefully inspect yourself for any ticks, starting at your ankles and moving up. Take special care around your knees, armpits and head.

-              For more information, visit http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/public-health/disease-and-medical-conditions/lyme-disease

I will be calling parent volunteers on Tuesday.