H.A.T.C.H. Education

Program Description: 2 Day 1 Night Cabin Camping Trip for Grade 5-6 Girls in William Heise County Park

Are you ready for an adventure? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to our 2-day 1-night cabin camping trip for Grade 5-6 girls in William Heise County Park! Join H.A.T.C.H. for an exciting and educational journey that combines outdoor adventure with learning and personal growth.  Get ready to disconnect from the digital world, connect with nature, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Let’s dive in!

William Heise County Park is the perfect location for a first camping trip because we will be staying in a cabin rather than a tent. The cabin has a bed that sleeps two, one bunk bed, and room on the floor for a 5th or 6th person. Our trip leader will be taking the floor spot, while all the students will have beds. The beds are wood-framed, and no mattress or bedding will be furnished. Therefore, students will have to bring their sleeping bags and pillows. A sleeping pad is recommended.

The cabin is also furnished with an indoor table with four chairs, an outdoor table, and a combo fire ring/bbq. Our goal for this trip is to get comfortable outdoors, hike and learn about the local flora and fauna, develop interests and skills, experience personal growth, build friendships, and develop confidence; all while playing, learning, and thriving in a beautiful outdoor setting.

During our trip, we will be spending quality time outside learning new skills and engaging in outdoor activities. We’ll disconnect from our cell phones, video games, and the internet and allow curiosity and wonder to take over and guide us. Our program is designed to help the students connect with nature, develop their outdoor skills, and create lifelong memories.

Some of the activities we have planned include:

  • Hiking
  • Learning about the local flora and fauna
  • Drawing nature activity
  • Learning important outdoor and preparation skills for future hiking or camping trips

Opportunities will also be provided for the students to reflect on their experiences and share their thoughts with the group.

Excited yet?! This 2-day 1-night cabin camping trip in William Heise County Park is the perfect opportunity to experience the outdoors and develop new skills in a safe and supportive environment. 

Additional Information:

  • Departure time is 11:15am. We will meet at Spreckles Park to load the car.
  • Students will be dropped off at home at approximately 2pm the following day.
  • Registration ends May 30th. Maximum of 4 students.
  • Bring a packed lunch for Day 1.
  • The trip includes transportation to and from William Heise Park, entrance fee, lodging, Day 1 dinner, Day 2 diner brunch in the town of Julian, guided hikes, qualified trip leader and educator.
  • Students are responsible for bringing a sleeping bag, pillow, sleeping pad (recommended, but not necessary), clothing and personal hygiene items listed here, and a reusable water bottle (all water refills will be provided).

Click HERE to register for an unforgettable experience that will help your child develop new skills, build friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime. 

Please feel free to email me with questions or to arrange a time to talk (celestecaso@gmail.com).

Where is William Heise County Park?

William Heise County Park Campground is located just five miles south of Julian in the northern extremity of the Laguna Mountain Range. This 929-acre park is set in a forest of oak, pine, and cedar.

They have two areas for camping: a 42-site tent camping area and a 14-site cabin space. We’ll be staying in Cabin #5.

SD Parks Website