Adventure and Wilderness Experiences (AWE) is an FRCS experience-based program that exists to use on and off campus experiences to develop both a student’s character and the school community. AWE’s objective is for students to have a better understanding of self and cultivate their unique design in an active environment. Our hope is these experiences will help students develop skills to impact the world for Christ.
Adventure and wilderness experiences provide an advantageous atmosphere for enhanced personal care.
Adventure and wilderness experiences create an opportunity to address challenges and choices for resilience.
All students grade 7-12! Students are encouraged to examine the AWE catalog carefully and choose an outing that is most appealing. After students have chosen their desired outing, students will be placed in groups of 5-7 students to participate in that adventure.
AWE outings run from 7:40am-3pm (generally) during the school week. The outings are organized by seasons so that the students can choose the time of year that best works for their schedule or for a particular outing. After students have chosen an outing, Mr. Wall will confirm with students, parents, teachers, and coaches the best day for that group of students. It is important to carefully consider what time of year is best for a student’s choice.
There are NO additional fees for any AWE outings. Students are required to have the gear from the outing’s gear list to participate. However, if a student does not personally own that gear, FRCS will do their best to provide gear needed. If gear can’t be provided, students are responsible for renting or obtaining gear for their chosen outing.
Students will be EXCUSED for an FRCS AWE outing. Teachers are aware that all students have this opportunity and will be informed of the date/time for each student’s scheduled outing. Students must still collaborate with their teachers to ensure that all work missed is completed on time as per the Family Handbook.
Students should email or meet with Mr. Wall (jwall@frcs.org) with their chosen activity and level. After the student’s request is made, Mr. Wall will reach out to the students and their families to finalize date options, gather chaperones as needed, and communicate any details pertaining to the AWE outing.
If your student has a medical condition that may require an intervention (ex: diabetes, seizure disorder, fainting), please consider whether retreats or practicums at altitude are in their best interest. If accommodations need to be made to attend the practicum, retreat, or AWE of choice, please check in with the school nurse to be sure this is communicated with the chaperones so we can care for your student well.
