9th Grade Everglades Trip
Each spring, the ninth grade class heads down to the Everglades National Park for a week of tent camping on the bay under the stars and exploring the unique ecosystems and wildlife of South Florida. The Everglades is the only ecosystem of its kind in America, and we are fortunate to be able to study it up close. The students get to see in person what they have studied in their biology classes, making this an invaluable educational lesson, while the adventures they have together during the week make this a wonderful time for building relationships and community together.
The adventures during the week include alligator and crocodile spotting; bird watching; hiking through tropical hardwood forests, sawgrass, and hammocks; canoeing through mangroves; and snorkeling along the coral reef at Key Largo. At the campsite, they cook together, have devotions, and sing around the campfire while stargazing.
This is a wonderful week away from the daily routines and technology, giving students the time and opportunity to marvel at God’s creativity through creation in the great outdoors.
Trip Information
- Dates: March 2–6, 2026
- Trip Leader: Robbie Andreasen
- Cost: $550 Amount will be added to FACTS and billed in two equal installments in January and February.
- Informational Meeting: An informational meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4 at 7:00 pm in the US daVinci Room.
Intent Form: The trip intent form opens at 7 pm on Tuesday, November 4. Please submit by Thursday, November 20.
Medical Form: The trip medical form opens on Monday, January 19. Please submit by Friday, February 6.
Packing List: Download the packing list here.
