1 Sam's party had an orienteering/lostproofing/survival skills workshop built into it by Chris and Kim Chisholm of Wolf Camp and Wolf College. They are really nice people. Here they are showing the kids how to squat to stay warm - not sit on ground and not stand. They're also learning to breathe to keep their muscles supplied with oxygen. At the same time, Chris is sharing a story of his childhood when he got lost with his brother in Germany - they were around 18 years old.
2 Sam blowing out his candle - not ON the cake as EVERYONE is sick. Not spreading germs.
3 Learning balance and awareness of surroundings.
4 Now they're building an Eagle's Nest to provide insulation against the cold ground for an injured buddy in their survival scenario. This is out at the boys' fort in the woods.
5 Learning how insulation (where Sam is) can really help guard against ccccold :) First debris (leaves) then fir boughs and ferns.
6 Ok now let's all warm up!
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8 Learning map and compass skills. This was really helpful!
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12 This team found the chicken squeaker!
13 Finishing up at the school for a treasure hunt. They had a great time!
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15 Ben - this isn't YOUR party!
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17 Ryan giving Sam his present - a gas mask!
18 And these are from Gramma and Richard - very very cool and on the wish list!
19 Ben handing presents over to be opened :)
20 Really cool puzzle thing.
21 From Mom and Dad now...
22 A real pocket knife!
23 Daddy showing all the features.
24 This was a big hit. He understands the responsibility.
