Outdoor Lab

*NEW* 6th Grade Outdoor Lab
Posted on 08/12/2022
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2023-24 Information

If you were unable to attend the Outdoor Lab virtual meeting or want to review what was covered, below are the resources.

2023-24 Presentation

Outdoor Lab requires that a consent form is completed for every student attending.


La Escuela de Educación al Aire libre requiere que se complete un formulario cosentir para cada estudiante que asista.

Click here for the Pink team Windy Peak consent form.

Click here for the Pink team Windy Peak consent form in Spanish.

Click here for the Yellow team Mt. Evans consent form.

Click here for the Yellow team Mt. Evans consent form in Spanish.

Click here for the Purple team Mt. Evans consent form in English.

Click here for the Purple team Mt. Evans consent form in Spanish.


Unfortunately, our Live Consent form is only in English, If you would like a paper copy of the form in Spanish or Somali, please let Nicole Bruns or Christie Hurst know and they will send it home with your student.

Pink Team - Outdoor Lab Parent letter in English.

Pink Team - Outdoor Lab Parent letter in Spanish.

Pink Team - Outdoor Lab Parent letter in Vietnamese.

Yellow Team - Outdoor Lab Parent Letter in English.

Yellow Team Outdoor Lab Parent Letter in Spanish

Yellow Team -  Outdoor Lab Parent Letter in Somali.

Click here if you would like to view the Outdoor Lab shop.

The letters for parents show more information regarding what to bring and not bring. 

Description                                   Purpose                         R=required O=optional                       Qty

Day-pack or backpack (without wheels)

To carry gear & supplies for class

R

1

Ski cap (beanie) Oct – April

Hat or Cap April - Oct

Maintain body temp and prevent heat loss

Shade neck & face

R

R

1

1

Heavy coat (not hoodie)

For inclement weather and cold nights

R

1

Light coat and/or sweater

For mild/warm weather and/or daytime

R

1

*Waterproof jacket, raincoat, or poncho

Heavy, wet snow or rain

R

1

*Gloves or mittens (Oct-April)

Cold wet weather

R

2 pr

Long sleeved shirts

Preferred for warmth and protection from branches and sun

R

4-5

*Jeans or hiking pants 


Long pants. Material is resistant to tearing and preventing scratches or cuts. 

R

2-3

Shorts (for bunkhouse)

Warm weather - Sept. - Oct. and April - May

O

2-3

*Snow Pants (Oct – April)


O

1

Underwear

To encourage changing and personal hygiene

R

4-5

Long Underwear  (Insulated Preferred)  (Oct – April)

Inclement weather.  

O

1

*Hiking or work boots 

For walking through mud, snow, and water on trails

R

1

*Snow boots (Oct-April)

To keep feet warm and dry in wet/snowy conditions

R

1

*Tennis shoes


O

1

Heavy socks

(Wool Crew Socks)

Inside of boots (must cover ankles)

R

3

Light socks

For light foot gear and also to wear inside of heavy socks to prevent blisters (must cover ankle)

R

4

Sleepwear

Important for health and comfort.  

R

1

Pillow


R

1

Sleeping bag or bedroll


R

1

Towels and washcloths


R

2 ea

Soap & Shampoo


R

1 ea

Hairbrush & Comb


R

1

Toothbrush and paste


R

1 ea

Deodorant 

NO AEROSOL

R

1

Kleenex


R

1 pk

Chapstick

Prevent chapping of lips

R

1

Water bottle


R

1

Plastic Bag (Large)

Plastic Bag (Small)

Plastic Bag (Small) (produce bag to go over feet inside wet boots)

For soiled or dirty clothing

For wet items (washcloth & towel)

For dry feet in the event of prolonged wet weather

R

R

R

1

1

2

Lotion for face and hands

Restores moisture to skin (wind burn)

O


Sunscreen lotion

Prevents burning or blistering

R


Sunglasses

Important in summer or winter.  

O

1 pr

Pencil or pens


R

4-5

Notebook


O

1

Non-electronic games

For use during bunkhouse time

O

1

Appropriate reading material

For use during bunkhouse time

O

1

Disposable Camera

Required for those in camera hike

O/R

1

If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Bruns6th Grade Science or Christie Hurst, 6th Grade Science
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