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Bradford Preparatory School

7th Grade Asheville Trip

Swinging Bridge
 
 

Trip Description: We are looking forward to taking our 7th grade students to the mountains of Western NC for a trip full of adventure, challenge activities and exploration in May!  Students will have the opportunity to tour the Biltmore, visit Antler Village and then take a short hike at Craggy Gardens on the first day. Students will then enjoy an evening of bowling and dinner before checking in at Blue Ride Assembly. In the morning, they will take on a variety of challenges at Blue Ridge Assembly.  They will also visit Grandfather Mountain for a science program, hike and a trip across the famous swinging bridge! They will have lunch at Grandfather Mountain and then head back to Bradford Prep. This trip is a true showcase of the beauty of western North Carolina!

 

Trip Dates:5/9 - 5/10 (Students dropped off between 7 and 7:20AM). Loading buses and departing by 7:40AM.  We expect to return to campus on 5/10 at 5:30PM

 

Destination: Asheville, NC

 

Transportation: Charter Bus

 

Accommodations: We will be at Blue Ridge Assembly

 

Food:  All meals are included in the cost of the trip. 

 

Cost of Trip: $245 for students

Deposit: $125 due by April 10th

Final Payment: $120 due by May 6th

 

The cost of the trip includes the following:

  • Charter Bus Transportation
  • Lunch at the Biltmore, Dinner and Bowling, Breakfast at Blue Ridge Assembly and lunch at Grandfather Mountain
  • Overnight accommodations at Blue Ridge Assembly
  • Challenge/Climbing activities at Blue Ridge Assembly
  • Biltmore House Tour
  • Guided tour at Grandfather Mountain including the swinging bridge
 
Please Note: Signing up for the trip is a commitment to pay for the entire trip. If you need to cancel for any reason and we are not able to fill your spot we will not be able to refund your money and you will still be liable for paying the full amount as the school will have committed the money to the vendors on the trip.

Student Medications on the Trip:

Prescription Medications: The trip is a school-sanctioned activity; therefore by law, every student carrying a medication is required to have a physician-completed medication authorization form indicating the name of the medication, need for the medication, dosage, time(s) of administration.  The form and the meds must be turned into the nurse by May 7, 2024. Medication Authorization Form
OTC Meds: Over the counter meds may be brought with a note from the parent.  Students should only bring enough for the trip and again meds should be turned into the nurse by May 7, 2024.

 

Packing List: 

  • An outfit for the second day - spiritwear or house shirts (inc underwear and socks)
  • Sweatshirt(s)
  • Closed Toe Shoes (Sneakers)
  • Toiletries 
  • Jacket
  • Rain jacket or poncho
  • Pajamas 
  • Snacks for the bus and refillable water bottle
 
What Not to Bring:
  • Electronics
  • Phones, mp3 players, iPods, gaming devices
  • Money (no more than a few dollars to buy a snack if desired on the way back)\
  • Smart watches
  • Pocket Knives (no knives of any kind)
  • Candy or Gum