1 . When is the last time you slept under the stars and cooked dinner over an open fire? You never know — you may just fall back in love with the great outdoors and turn it into an annual vacation!

Escape the busy city life

Why go camping?     1     Once your tent and campsite is set-up, you don’t have to worry about cleaning, laundry or any other tasks that seem to consume your everyday life. And it’s a chance for you to turn off the smart phone, computer and other electronics to just sit back and relax.

Gain a newfound appreciation for Mother Nature

    2     From beautiful mountains to freshwater lakes ideal for swimming, you’ll have your pick of outdoor activities to engage in.

Quality time with friends and family

    3     This will give your friends and family a chance to have some true quality time together whether it’s playing sports, cooking or simply talking to one another — without the usual distractions.

You can learn new skills

Living outdoors gives you the opportunity to learn some survival skills.     4     You may also learn how to protect yourself from mosquitoes and other insects, as well as experience how many material possessions you really can do without.

Camping is affordable

When it comes to budget vacations, a camping trip is one of the most economical choices for a family getaway. Groceries can be bought ahead of time and once you’ve settled into the campsite, there’s no need to worry about purchasing more food or buying souvenirs.     5     Happy camping!

A．Decide with whom you are camping.

B．Make it a rule to keep the electronic games at home.

C．You’ll likely manage to build a fire after a camping trip.

D．Planning a camping trip begins with the desire to get outdoors.

E．It gives you the opportunity to do nothing for a weekend or even longer.

F．There’s so much beauty in the outdoors and we rarely get the chance to appreciate it.

G．So if you’re looking for a trip that’s going to save money, get out there and set up that tent.

2 . While your competitors are still waiting for the water to warm up, you could be giving your dragon boat season a jumpstart with a paddling vacation in Orlando, Florida. Spring camp is suitable for all ages and levels, perfect for those looking for a break from the ordinary ( or cold) days while enjoying the sport of dragon boat with like-minded people.

The 2018 Florida Training Camp promises to be a week of fun and fitness on and off the water. Register as a team, small group or individual, with customizable(可定制的) add-ons for those looking to give an edge to their personal performance.

The week will close out on Saturday with a camp BBQ and a racing regatta! Opening festivities begin on the evening of Sunday April 15^th with camp check-in. Training begins on Monday April 16^th and ends on Saturday April 21^st.

GWN FLORIDA TRAINING CAMP

Dates: Monday April 16^th to Saturday April 21^st, 2018

Price: $395, $370 before January 19^th, 2018

Features include:

Daily schedule

Twice daily dragon boat training sessions

Daily video analysis

Individual help(twice weekly)

Additional daily group sessions

Camp-sponsored socials

CUSTOMIZE YOUR CAMP EXPERIENCE

The optifons outlined below are available during the week of camp and can be booked as an add-on. Add-ons can be included in your initial registration or purchased at a later time through the online registration system.

OPTION 1: High Performance Program

Cost: $75

If you want to learn how to move your boat faster, then the High Performance Program is for you! This option consists of three progressive one-hour sessions completely focused on racing techniques, strategies, and drills, with the goal of increasing your overall speed.

Option 2:　Coaching Community Dragon Boat (Level1)

Cost: $175

This course is intended for anyone interested in entry-level coaching. Expect the material included in the course to cover safety, ethics(道德) in coaching, coach-athlete communication, basic dragon boat techniques, basic physiological requirements of dragon boat racing, race and practice planning, plus more.

1. According to the passage, ___________in the camp.

A．you will enjoy a BBQ at the opening	B．you need to be over 18
C．you should have some dragon boat skills	D．you can have fun on land

2. How much does the camp with Option 1 cost if you pay at the end of 2017?

A．$370	B．$395
C．$ 445	D．$470

3. We can learn from the passage that ___________.

A．Option 1 includes a three-hour session

B．add-ons can be bought during registration

C．Option 2 is for those fond of advanced coaching

D．video analysis is covered in the coaching course

4. The purpose of the passage is to ______________.

A．recommend an upcoming training camp

B．introduce the options in a training camp

C．provide ideas about how to spend a vacation

D．offer advice on how to win in dragon boat races