Between exploring the lake in boats, hiking to the waterfalls, and camping in remote natural environments, you ll have a hard time picking a favorite!
2023 Camp Dates:Term 1: June 11 — 16 Term 2: June 18 — 23
Term 3: June 25 — 30 Term 4: July 9 — 14
Term 5 (L. I. T. Week): July 16—21
2023 Pricing Options:Full Price: $485 / week
Early Bird Discount (Until April 17th): $455 / week
L. I. T. Week: $0
Leaders In Training (L. I. T. Program) (Ages 14—15)Our L. I. T. program is a part of our Teen Adventure Camp program and is a transitional (过渡的) program for campers to become staff members. It is a program that is highly selective and competitive. This program allows campers ages 14 and 15 to see what being a part of the Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp family is like.
How does my camper become involved?★ The camper must attend a previous week of Teen Adventure Camp within the same summer.
★ Have to be 14 or 15 years old during their week of camp to qualify.
★ The camper should express interest in the L. I. T. program during their Teen Adventure Week and receive a recommendation for the program from their counselor (辅导员)!
★ Good performance during Teen Adventure Week.
How to confirm availability (有空) & acceptance?
At the end of the camper’s Teen Adventure Camp session, the campers who are accepted into the program will receive an official invitation based on their counselor’s opinion. From there, the parent of the camper must confirm the camper’s availability as soon as possible. There are limited spots which are on a first-come-first-served basis only. Parents can confirm in person at Check Out, by phone (419-938-3715), or by email (info@phoc.org). We will make sure to add L. I. T. week to the camper’s online registration.
1. When will L. I. T. week take place?| A．During June 11 — 16. | B．During June 25 — 30. |
| C．During July 9 — 14. | D．During July 16 — 21. |
| A．Paying for their camp before April 17th. |
| B．Joining in more than two weeks of camp. |
| C．Being 13 years old during their week of camp. |
| D．Getting a recommendation from their camp counselor. |
| A．Confirming their children’s availability soon. |
| B．Printing official invitations to their children in person. |
| C．Keeping in close touch with their children’s counselors. |
| D．Adding L. I. T. week to their children’s online registration. |
2 . Things to do this weekend in NYC: April 12-14 2024
Here are some noteworthy events to check out this week in New York City
Josh Wolf
Gramercy Theatre — 127 E. 23rd St., New York, N.Y. 10010
Sat. April 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Josh Wolf of “Chelsea Lately” will bring his brand of humor to Gramercy’s historic music venue. Josh Wolf’s comedy material is heavily inspired by his family. Wolf, 54, is also known to incorporate (融合) music into his performance, as he does when hosting his own comedy show “The Fantastical Jamboree” at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club in Las Vegas.
Tickets start at $27.50
“Selena Brunch”
Alamo Drafthouse Staten Island — 2636 Hylan Blvd., Suite 230, Staten Island, N.Y. 10306
Sat. April 13 and Sun. April 14 at 11:30 a.m.
The 1997 Gregory Nava film that made Jennifer Lopez a Hollywood star is getting a nice revisit at Alamo Drafthouse with a “Selena Brunch” this weekend. While enjoying a special menu created for the occasion, see Jenny from the Block in her breakthrough role as the late Tejano star who was tragically murdered at 23. Dishes include a breakfast club sandwich, blueberry donut French toast bake and breakfast tacos, in addition to the regular refreshments on offer.
Though the downtown Brooklyn showings are already sold out, there are still tickets at the Staten Island location.
$12 admission. Prices range from $11.95 to $15.95 for food item
I’m Possible
New Victory Theater — 209 W 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036
The Brooklyn-based Omnium Circus company, which prides itself in inclusivity and accessibility for both audience and performers, kicks off a two-week run of its latest show this weekend in Times Square.
“I’m Possible” lives up to its goal to make the Big Top experience accessible to audiences of all abilities with a 90-minute show featuring a gymnast who uses a wheelchair, an tennis player born without legs, and a deaf storyteller.
All performances will incorporate audio description, captioning (字幕), sensory-friendly lighting and sound, and a calm environment where movement and vocalization from audience members are welcome.
Tickets start at $28
1. Where does Josh Wolf get his inspiration for his comedy show?| A．From his favourite music. |
| B．From his own working experience. |
| C．From Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club. |
| D．From his experience with family members. |
| A．$ 15.95. | B．$ 23.95. | C．$ 27.95. | D．$ 39.9. |
| A．Entertaining. | B．Encouraging. | C．Terrifying. | D．Puzzling. |
3 . The greater Rochester area is filled with opportunities to study and perform music in the summer!
Roberts Community School
Roberts Community Music School has exciting summer musical opportunities for families on the west side of Rochester. It offers two 7-week Early Childhood Classes, Piano Discoveries, and a Ukulele Choir. Lessons are available (可获得的) for piano, voice, stringed instruments, and woodwind & brass (铜管乐器).
School of Rock — Rochester
With camp choices for all ages and skill levels, School of Rock is the perfect summer activity for your child. Our summer music camps are performance-based, meaning students learn to play by performing together in a fun environment. From beginner camps to songwriting and themed camps, wed offer a wide variety of options to ensure your child has an amazing musical experience. Our goal is to prepare teens for live performances on stage.
Eastman Community Music School
The Eastman Community Music School offers different day programs and overnight music camps this summer for middle and high school students, including Adventure Music Camp for Middle Schoolers, Summer Jazz Studies for High School Students, Baroque workshops, and New Horizons Orchestra Camp. Private lessons are also available of all ages, levels, instruments or voice.
Bach to Rock Music School
Bach to Rock’s Music Camps run each week all summer long for all ages and levels! Our camps are designed for students to work with our highly experienced teachers to learn how to play their instrument of choice, develop a band, learn to play songs they love, and have the opportunity to write and create their music. Each weekly camp ends with an opportunity to record in our studio! Full or half-day camps are available. No experience is necessary.
1. Which school’s programs are designed to get students on stage performing?| A．Roberts Community School. | B．School of Rock — Rochester. |
| C．Eastman Community Music School. | D．Bach to Rock Music School. |
| A．They require related experience. |
| B．They arrange camps lasting only one week. |
| C．They offer chances to perform in a TV station. |
| D．They can train different kinds of musical skills. |
| A．To compare four music schools. | B．To encourage students to be music stars. |
| C．To introduce some music summer camps. | D．To show the music resources in Rochester. |
4 . Peachtree City is known for its various events and festivals held throughout the year. Some of the most popular and exciting include:
The Italian Heritage FestivalOctober 15.2024
The Italian Heritage Festival features many things Italian, including foods, wines, and cultural fun! View Ancient Rome in virtual reality, listen to Italian music, and more. The festival is hosted by Borgo Italia—an Italian restaurant owned by Cristiana and Alessandro Folchitto.
Fall Festival and Movie NightOctober 28.2024
Celebrate the fall season with us at the Peachtree City Fall Festival and Movie Night. Games, food costume contest and more! Get your chairs and blankets, bring some snacks and watch a movie under the stars.
Magnolia Arts FestivalOctober 21-22, 2024
The Magnolia Arts Festival is a fine arts market and student art exhibit that is known for great food, a kids’ corner, and live performances all weekend! Tickets are free and attendees should plan to play!
The Hispanic Heritage FestivalSeptember 30, 2024
The Hispanic Heritage Festival celebrates Hispanic cuisine (菜肴), music and dance in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This yearly free event provides an opportunity to try some of the most delicious local cuisine and proudly stands for the 8,000 Hispanic people living in Fayette County.
1. When can visitors explore sites virtually?| A．September 30. | B．October 15. |
| C．October 21. | D．October 28. |
| A．The Hispanic Heritage Festival. |
| B．Fall Festival and Movie Night. |
| C．The Italian Heritage Festival. |
| D．Magnolia Arts Festival. |
| A．It lasts for two days. |
| B．It introduces delicious food. |
| C．It requires visitors to pay for tickets. |
| D．It is expected to receive 8,000 visitors. |
5 . Family-Friendly Activities
Canyoning (峡谷漂流) New Zealand
Location: Queenstown
When: Sunday, October 1,2023-Tuesday, April 30,2024
Price: $499 (2 adults & 2 kids)
What: Get your family out and about in beautiful nature with Canyoning New Zealand! This half-day product delivers so much adventure and excitement all rolled into one guided canyoning adventure.
Queenstown Ice Arena
Location: Queenstown Gardens
When: Friday, September 1,2023-Sunday, March 31,2024
Price: $65(2 adults & 2 kids, or 1 adult & 3 kids)
What: Cool down this summer with an afternoon at the Queenstown Ice Arena. Book a family ice skating pass for only S65. This deal includes skates and helmets (头盔).
Family Ziplining Deal
Location:45 Camp Street, Queenstown
When: Sunday, October 1,2023-Wednesday, January 31,2024
Price: Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 kids)-$499(RRP $536) or Family of 5 (2 adults & 3 kids)-$599 (RRPS645)
What: Join a grand and fun adventure through the forest canopy (树荫) high above Queenstown, featuring impressive views across the remarkable mountain range and Lake Whakatipu.
Super School Holidays
Location: Sky Tower, Auckland
When: October 1-16,2023
Price: $365 (2 adults & 1 kid)
What: To celebrate the release of the cinema, DC League of Super Pets, Sky Tower is calling on all superheroes for a super school holiday adventure. It takes you on a super adventure around the Sky Tower.
1. What do the listed activities have in common?| A．They are held in Queenstown. | B．They need to book in advance. |
| C．They are designed for families. | D．They offer adventures in forests. |
| A．Take a can yon tour. | B．Experience ice skating. |
| C．Watch a famous movie. | D．Enjoy an amazing landscape. |
| A．Canyoning New Zealand | B．Queenstown Ice Arena |
| C．Family Ziplining Deal | D．Super School Holidays |
6 . There are many exciting projects at Science Buddies for students. If you are interested in plants, farming, water recycling and food science, you may enjoy the hands-on projects below.
Project A: Sweet o Potato Plants
Time required: Long (1+months) Cost: Low (under $20)
Do you enjoy eating sweet potatoes? They can be served as yummy snacks like mashed sweet potatoes with butter or golden-brown sweet potato fries. Do you want to grow your sweet potato plants and make tasty snacks at your will? In this science project, you will learn what part of the sweet potatoes is needed to grow the plants and how to make your own snacks.
Project B: Rooftop Gardens
Time required: Short (2—5 days) Cost: Medium ($20—$50)
Would you like some sky vegetables for dinner? How about some fresh-cut roof flowers to put in vases in your house? Around the world, rooftops are being turned into beautiful green space which takes in CO₂ while releasing fresh air. Besides, rooftop gardens also keep your house cooler and lower your energy bill. Try this science project to find out.
Project C: Recycling Greywater
Cost: Medium ($20—$50)
Time required: Long (1+months)
One way to conserve water is to find safe ways to use it more than once. Here is a project to test whether greywater (water that has been used for washing or bathing) can be used for watering plants. The goal of this project is to find out the effects of greywater on plant growth and health.
It is important to note that used toilet water (blackwater) is absolutely not suitable for re-use. It must pass through a water treatment system before being released back into the environment.
1. Students will get ________ if they take part in Sweet Potato Plants.| A．fresh air | B．delicious snacks |
| C．drinkable water | D．healthy vegetables |
| A．Cost. | B．Time. | C．Goal. | D．Method. |
| A．Sports. | B．Agriculture. | C．Medicine. | D．Fashion. |
| A．The color of the water is gray |
| B．The water that has been used for drinking |
| C．The water that has been used for washing or bathing |
| D．The polluted water |
7 . The Best Mountain Bike Trails (小径) in the US
The Tahoe Rim TrailWhere: Lake Tahoe, CA & NV
Distance: about 165 miles
The trail is popular with hikers, backpackers (背包客), and mountain bikers, so don’t expect to have much loneliness. You’ll have views of bright blue Lake Tahoe nearly the entire time. Most mountain bikers do the eight sections (段) of the Rim Trail in separate trips rather than doing the full loop (圈) as it’s too tiring. Also, make sure you’re familiar with the routes because some sections are closed to bikers.
The Gooseberry Mesa South RimWhere: Hurricane, UT
Distance: about 8 miles
There’s a reason why the world-famous Red Bull Rampage mountain bike competition is held here—the land is beautiful and suitable for big jumps and fun rock climbs. However, it’s not for beginners. But if you’re willing to take it on, you’ll be able to enjoy impressive views and a lively trip.
The Sidewinder Mountain Biking TrailWhere: Burke, VT
Distance: about 35 miles
Sidewinder is a small part of the 100 miles of trails within Vermont’s well-known Kingdom Trails system. If you love the feeling of a quick downhill line similar to sitting in the front of a rollercoaster more than actually riding a bike, you’ll love Sidewinder. The trail is a one-way trail made for experienced bikers.
The East Tiger Summit TrailWhere: Issaquah, WA
Distance: 1.5 miles
Tiger Mountain is loaded with mountain bike trails for everyone from beginners to experts, so you can choose the trail if you have a group of bikers of different levels. Almost anyone with basic skills or above should be about to handle this trail, which is good since it’s one of the best trails in the entire PWN.
1. What can bikers do along the Tahoe Rim Trail?| A．Enjoy beautiful lake views. | B．Bike freely in each section. |
| C．Finish a loop easily within a day. | D．Experience the pleasure of biking alone. |
| A．It has the longest distance. |
| B．It provides superfast downhill riding. |
| C．It is suitable for bikers of different levels. |
| D．It offers an impressive landscape along the way. |
| A．The Tahoe Rim Trail. | B．The East Tiger Summit Trail. |
| C．The Gooseberry Mesa South Rim. | D．The Sidewinder Mountain Biking Trail. |
8 . Wild camping is simply camping outside of a developed or regular campsite. Camping at a music festival, in your backyard, or at a developed campground (营地) is just regular old camping.
There are many mental and physical benefits of spending time in nature. Modern-day life can be stressful, so many people head out into the wild for relief.
Wild camping generally requires checking if you can legally camp at a particular place and in some cases, getting permission to do so. Leaving no trace is essential. Take what you bring with you when you depart.
Most safety problems about wild camping arise from not dressing up and preparing properly for camping in the wild.
| A．Although simple, this is the hardest thing to do. |
| B．There are some things to pack when you are camping in the wild. |
| C．Take some warm clothes and check the weather forecast before going. |
| D．Wild camping, on the other hand, is camping near enough anywhere else. |
| E．This means leaving no unwanted equipment, rubbish or anything else behind. |
| F．Wild camping allows you to take in the great outdoors, free from the pressure. |
| G．The difference between wild and plain old camping also lies in how you approach it. |
9 . In some countries, many families are choosing camping as an affordable way to vacation due to the cost-of-living crisis (危机).
Camping needs careful planning. Making a detailed list of what to bring ensures nothing important is forgotten. It is advised to pack light and easy-to-set-up tents (帐篷). It’s also important to choose equipment suitable for the season. For families, bringing comfort items like favorite books or toys can make the new environment more welcoming for kids.
Camping is more than just setting up a tent.
All in all, camping is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors and spend quality time with family.
| A．Use the experience to teach life skills. |
| B．Camping should be an enjoyable adventure. |
| C．It also includes preparing and planning meals. |
| D．Allow the kids to take part in planning process. |
| E．Since children can get untidy, packing extra clothes is necessary. |
| F．With the right preparation and attitude, it can be an unforgettable experience. |
| G．However, for first-time campers, especially those with kids, the experience can be challenging. |
10 . Are you looking for an exciting and meaningful summer camp? Come to our farming experience camp!
Plan
Time | July 3rd | July 4th | July 5th | July 6th |
9:00—10:30 | Opening Ceremony | About Vegetables | About Animals | About Fruits |
10:30—11:00 | Break and Snack | |||
11:00—12:00 | Team Preparation | Science | Role Play: Let’s Be Little Farmers | Art and Creativity |
12:00—14:00 | Lunch and Break | |||
14:00—15:30 | Tea Building Activities | Planting Vegetables | Looking After Animals | Picking Fruits |
Language: English
Age: 13—15 years old
Fee: ¥400/person (more than two persons: ¥300/person)
Email: summercamp@163. com
1. How long does the farming experience camp last?
| A．Two days. | B．Three days. | C．Four days. | D．Five days. |
| A．July 6th. | B．July 5th. | C．July 4th. | D．July 3rd. |
| A．Chinese | B．Japanese | C．English | D．French |
