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W-SR wilderness Studies

Join our Wilderness Studies Program to explore mountain environments through geologic and biologic processes. Earn science credit, backpack, camp, hike, fish, and learn about wildlife. Monthly meetings and a summer trip offer an unforgettable outdoor experience.

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W-SR wilderness Studies

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  1. W-SR wilderness Studies

  2. The class was developed to promote student awareness of, and compatibility with, the natural environment. Students are introduced to the geologic and biologic processes of the mountain environments.

  3. Just a quick note: • You will receive a science credit for this class and your grade will be added to you GPA. • Grade is base on pre-trip meeting attendance, assignments, notebook with journals, and attitude and participation on the trip.

  4. Program Leaders • -2002 John Verdon and Dave Sage 2003 – 2008 Darrin Siefken , Jim Gates, Jason Reyerson, Ben Olsen, and others. 2009 – present Jason Reyerson

  5. Here is the crew from the 2009 trip.

  6. Abbey and Autumn conquered the mountain!

  7. Autumn, Michelle, Abbey, Lauren, & Mrs. Bates

  8. Alex, Gabe, Kally, Indigo, Wilson, Matt

  9. “ I can now say I have not merely hiked in the mountains, or around the mountains, but that I have hiked over a mountain. I have stood atop a peak, and looked around 360 degrees. Okay, so it wasn't Everest, and there were taller mountains around me.  But none of that diminishes the fact that I did it. And I did it carrying 35lbs on my back.” Indigo Scott

  10. Kally & Amanda

  11. Ryan, Mr. Olson, Mr. Reyerson, & Matt

  12. Who can apply? • All WSR high school students

  13. What do we do? • Backpack • Camp • Day hikes • Fishing

  14. What we do? • Sledding • Swimming (it’s cold) • Photography

  15. Fun Quotes • "It's just around the corner“ -- Ben • "Are we in Minnesota?“ -- Michelle • "Oh Alice“ -- the girls car • "Backing up...you're good...backing up...backing up"--the girls car • "Did I say corner? I meant corners..." -- Ben • "Mark it!"-- Bates • "Don't stare. " *click* -- JRey • "It's just around this group of trees..."-- Everyone at some point in time • does anyone need to filter water?-- Michelle • "Is it Blake or Bryce?" -- everyone sometime •  I can feel it we're gonna see a moose -- Bates

  16. Gear Provided by WSR • Backpacks • Tents • Water filters • Stoves • Pots and pans

  17. Stuff you will need. • Food • Clothes • Hiking boots • Close-toed shoes for river crossings • Rain gear • Stocking cap & gloves • Extra clothes • Sleeping bag • Sleeping pad • First aid • Gear can be rented from

  18. Lessons include • Wild flower identification • History - Visit a mining town • Astronomy • Ecology • Geology • Weather • Wilderness travel and preparation • Leave no trace

  19. Here is a bear from our last trip – less than ½ mile from camp!

  20. Here is a deer we saw along the trail.

  21. Many different species of flowers.

  22. Mountain lakes and streams

  23. Amazing Views

  24. Time line for the class. • Now –November 30th • Apply for acceptance • December • Receive an acceptance or denial letter • January – May • Monthly meetings to prepare for the trip. • May 5th & 6th Pre-trip campout at Volga River State Forest • June • Road Trip!

  25. Timeline continued • Tentatively planned for June 19th-July 1st • 2 days to drive out • Short hikes to acclimate to altitude • One day in town = showers & shopping • Long hikes • 2 days to get home • July 2nd = clean and return equipment

  26. Applications • Complete the online application • Submit and interest letter • Submit a reference letter • Pay a $75 deposit

  27. How to apply

  28. Cost? • Total = $475 • $75 deposit at time of application • Your money will be returned if you are not selected • $200 by January 31st • $200 by March 31st • Scholarships are available for qualified students • Other money for: • Food on car ride • Shopping • Day spent in Crested Butte

  29. We hiked a lot - I think the total for our group was about 50 + miles. • We did some fishing and ate some great  trout. • We studied flowers, geology and astrology. • We saw snakes, deer, elk, a bear, a porcupine and many a marmot. •  We played cards and fun games around the fire. • We got a shower ( a glorious event) and had fun in town for the day. • Mostly though we found out that we are but a small part of a great big wonderful world. • IT WAS A GREAT TRIP •                                    - it was fun - it was hard - it was great. •  I am happy and proud to have went and hope that many more students and chaperones take advantage of this opportunity. Deb Wadding

  30. " It is not the goal but the way there that matters, and the harder the way the more worthwhile the journey. “ Wilfred Thesiger

  31. Are you up to the challenge?

  32. Questions? • Contact Mr. Reyerson • Jason.reyerson@wsr.k12.ia.us • Room 131 = PLTW lab • The great people at Crawdaddy Outdoors are familiar with this trip. They can help with questions and equipment selection.

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