1. Exploration USA REAL WORLD LEARNING FOR TEENS Seattle and Bellingham, Washington 2014

2. Bellingham, Washington USA A great place to live. A great place to learn. 3. Located on the clear sea waters of the Puget Sound, 140km north of Seattle. Seattle Bellingham WASHINGTON STATE 4. On many USA Best Places to Live lists. Clean air and water. Surrounded by ocean and mountains. Safe small-city environment. 5. Exploration USA campers will live, learn, and play on the campus of historic and scenic Western Washington University. Also called WWU 6. American Culture and Customs Religions in America College and University Life Local and National History Biology Geography Environmental Science American Politics Agriculture Industry 13 Full Days of 13 Full Days of Real-World"Real-World" ExplorationsExplorations Covering 10 Areas of Learning!Covering 10 Areas of Learning! 7. Morning ESL class introducing concepts and vocabulary for the daily Exploration. Exploration activity conducted in Chinese and English. Sports and Arts activities conducted in English. Nightly conversation exchange with American teens. 5 Methods of English Language Learning5 Methods of English Language Learning 8. Beautiful campus location between miles of forest and seashore trails. 9. Exploration camper housing provided in Western Washington University student dormitories. 10. Explorations Camper Recreation Center 11. Explorations Camper Social Lounge 12. Explorations Camper Sports Center 13. Healthy Eastern and Western hot meals provided, all you can eat. 14. Staff Ratios are Low to Provide the Best Experience o Chaperones: 1: 10 (Same-Gender Chinese-speaking Americans) o ESL Teachers: 1:20 (Professional Instructors) o Conversation Exchange Partners: 1:2 (Local High School Students) 15. Each day will be full of learning opportunities, with a little classroom time and a lot of real-world experiences. o Fun Classroom English 1.5 hours o Daily Exploration 6 hours o Sports or Arts 1.5 hours o English Exchange 1.5 hours 16. Tour one of Americas top public universities. o Tour the beautiful campus with over 150 years history. o Learn the academic requirements for admittance. o See the housing options for students, including the newly built student dormitories and apartments. Exploration #1: University of Washington, Seattle 17. Visit the Global Aid organization created and managed by Microsofts Bill Gates. o Learn about how American private charities are improving the world. o Understand which global problems Bill Gates is trying to solve, how, and where. Exploration #2A: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation 18. Visit to the cultural heart of Seattle, the Seattle Center, home of the Space Needle. o Take elevator to the 184m tall observation deck. o Watch children play in the International Fountain o Explore the large green space and public art. Exploration #2B&C: Space Needle & Pacific Science Center 19. Visit to the famous Seattle landmark Pike Place Market. o See local fruits, vegetables, and seafood for sale by Washington farmers and fisherman. o Enjoy a hot drink at the worlds first Starbucks. o Walk around Seattles beautiful oceanfront shopping street. Exploration #2D: Seattle Pike Place Market 20. Visit to the famous Seattle landmark Pike Place Market. o See local fruits, vegetables, and seafood for sale by Washington farmers and fisherman. o Enjoy a hot drink at the worlds first Starbucks. o Walk around Seattles beautiful oceanfront shopping street. Exploration #2E: Seattle Art Museum 21. Visit to the famous Seattle landmark Pike Place Market. o See local fruits, vegetables, and seafood for sale by Washington farmers and fisherman. o Enjoy a hot drink at the worlds first Starbucks. o Walk around Seattles beautiful oceanfront shopping street. Exploration #3A: History Museum 22. Visit the place where the famous Boeing 747s and other planes are made. o Learn the history of Boeing, one of the most important aerospace companies in the world, and the history of flight. o Watch the assembly line as planes are made before your eyes. o Get inspired for a career in aeronautics. Exploration #3B: Boeing Airplane Factory Tour 23. Afternoon picnic at Bellinghams beautiful seafront Boulevard Park o Meet the American teen tutors who will be helping each night. o Enjoy active outdoor games to get to know the tutors and the other campers. o Walk the famous Taylor Dock pathway along the waterfront. Exploration #3C: American-style picnic and games 24. Bike or hike the famous Interurban Trail through protected forests to the ocean. o Exploration led by expert naturalists. o Learn about the local forest ecosystem: native plants, and animals. o Identify animal tracks. See wild salmon spawning areas. o Study unique sandstone formations along the seacoast. Exploration #4: Interurban Trail and Larrabee State Park 25. Visit an early settlers original farm and museum. Tour the adjacent natural wetland preserve. o Expert naturalist led tour of the wetland ecosystem. o Observe the interconnected web of insects, fish, amphibians, birds, and mammals o See how the first European settlers lived more than 150 years ago. Exploration #5A: Hovander Homestead Park & Tennant Lake 26. See archival photos and exhibits from the settlement of the Western USA, visit a local Indian Reservation o Learn about the rise and fall of the local fish and timber industries. o Find out about the contributions and challenges of Chinese laborers in the area. o Learn about Native American history from a local tribe. Exploration #5B: Whatcom Museum of History, Lummi Nation 27. Visit Bellinghams city council, courthouse, and police station. o Learn about elections, and voting. o Understand the American legal system. o Meet some local elected officials. Exploration #6: Visit to the city government 28. Visit a Jewish Temple, Christian Church, and Islamic Mosque. o Learn the basic principles of Americas major religions. o Experience the different methods of worship. o Learn an important lesson on the diversity in American culture, and Americas anti-discrimination laws. Exploration #7A: Visit to Houses of Worship, Tolerance Lesson 29. Exploration #7B: Attend Two Community Concerts Each Thursday evening, attend a live concert with local musicians. o Meet a variety of Bellingham local residents. o Understand how free community events are an important part of American Culture. o Learn more English vocabulary through music. 30. Exploration #8: Whatcom County Agriculture o Learn about the huge Organic Agriculture industry in the West o Study the difference between normal and sustainable agriculture. o See a modern dairy in operation. Pick and eat organic raspberries and blueberries. o Harvest organic vegetables and BBQ them on the farm. Visit 3 types of Organic Farms in Whatcom County 31. Exploration #9A: Visit the Bellingham Farmers Market Experience the sight, sounds, and smells of Bellinghams famous Saturday community farmers market.. o See the local agricultural products and arts & crafts. o Have a chance to buy unique locally produced items. o Experience to the many free street musician performances. o Meet more members of the Bellingham community. 32. Exploration #9B: Whale and Marine Mammal Cruise Cruise the famous San Juan Islands by boat to study the local marine mammal wildlife. o Learn about the whales and other marine mammals. o Understand their diets, their habitat, and their life-cycle. o Study the US laws that protect these wild creatures. o See them up close in their wild environment. 33. Exploration #9C: Attend a Professional Baseball Game o Learn the history and rules of the game. o Study new recreational English vocabulary while having fun. o Root for Bellinghams home-town team! Experience first-hand one of Americas traditional sports. 34. Exploration #10: Mt. Baker, Nooksak Falls, Old Growth Grove o Study the difference between natural forests and tree farms. o Learn the laws protecting the American National Parks. o See the last remaining Old Growth trees, some 1000 years old! o Hike the snow below 3300M tall Mt. Baker and learn about Pacific Coast dormant volcanoes. Visit the protected National Forest, and local Commercial Forests 35. Exploration #11A: Visit the Canadian Border o Study the history of US and Canada relations. o Experience an International Park: no passport needed to visit the Canadian side of the park. Symbolizes the friendship of US/Canada. Enter Canada by foot at Peace Arch Park. 36. Exploration #11B: Beach combing at Birch Bay State Park o Explore the natural habitat at this protected park. o Find wild seaweed, beach crabs and clams. o Interested students can dig for clams for all to eat for lunch. Enjoy the natural environment and views of Canada. 37. Exploration #12: Explore WWU, a major American University o Learn what grades and coursework is needed to enter US Universities. o See Westerns famous Vehicle Research Institute, Huxley School of Environmental Science, Music Department, Teachers College, etc. Meet the faculty and see the facilities for several Western Washington University departments. 38. Exploration #13A: Intro to the Community College system o Learn about the Intensive English, High School Completion, and University Transfer programs which community colleges offer. o Understand how community colleges can save students time and money when working towards a US 4 year university degree. Tour Whatcom Community College find out why 2 year colleges are an important starting place for many Chinese students. 39. Exploration #13B: Shopping time at Bellis Fair Mall. o Bellis Fair has 5 department stores and 150 specialty shops. o Campers can see the latest American fashions and purchase items for themselves, friends and family back home. The mall is a major part of most American kids life, not only for shopping, but for spending time with friends. 40. Exploration #14A: Sightseeing along world-famous Chuckanut Dr. o See views of the pristine San Juan Islands along this historic seaside 2 lane highway. o Pass the well-preserved cowboy era buildings of Edison, now a full of art galleries and specialized restaurants for local cuisine. Drive the Highway 1 of Washington State, and past the Old West town of Edison, Washington. 41. Exploration #14A: Sightseeing along world-famous Chuckanut Dr. o See views of the pristine San Juan Islands along this historic seaside 2 lane highway. o Pass the well-preserved cowboy era buildings of Edison, now a full of art galleries and specialized restaurants for local cuisine. Drive the Highway 1 of Washington State, and past the Old West town of Edison, Washington. 42. Exploration #14B: Padilla Bay Estuarine Research Reserve o Learn about the rich web of wild-life dependent on estuaries for habitat. o Study how human society can protect or destroy this ecosystem. Learn the importance of marine estuaries to humans and to animals. 43. Exploration #14C: Visit WWII Former Naval Base, Fort Casey o Learn about Washingtons role in WWII and how Fort Casey Protected Seattle. o Explore the tunnels and lookouts of this historic ruin. o Visit the nearby Admiralty Head Lighthouse. Visit this former WWII Naval Base, now a State Park open to the public. 44. Exploration #14C: Goodbye seafood BBQ and bonfire! o Eat fresh-caught local salmon, and learn to make the favorite food of all American children, the Smore o Spend the last evening of the camp singing traditional American folk songs around the campfire. Experience an essential part of summertime with a campfire BBQ, and group songs. 45. Friday 4:20pm Depart Beijing 12:00pm (same day) Arrive Seattle 12:00pm to 1:00pm Claim Bags and Clear Customs 1:00pm to 2:00pm Welcome Lunch Near Airport 2:00pm to 4:00pm Hotel Check-in and Rest 4:00pm to 6:00pm University of Washington Tour 6:00pm to 7:00pm Dinner 7:00pm to 9:00pm Seattle Tour Day 1, FridayDay 1, Friday 46. Saturday 8:30am-9:30am Breakfast 9:30am-10:00am Travel to Seattle Center 10:00am-11:30pm Bill Gates Foundation Tour 11:30pm-12:30pm Space Needle Tour 12:30pm to 1:30pm Lunch at Seattle Center 1:30pm to 3:30pm Pacific Science Center 3:30pm to 4:30pm Pike Place Market 4:30 to 6:30 Seattle Art Museum 6:30 to 7:30 Dinner 7:30 to 9:00 Rest Time Arrival Weekend ScheduleArrival Weekend Schedule Day 2, SaturdayDay 2, Saturday 47. Sunday 7:30am-8:30am Breakfast and Pack Bags 8:30am-11:30am History Museum 11:30am-12:00pm Travel to Boeing 12:00pm-1:00pm Lunch 1:00pm to 2:30pm Boeing Factory Tour 2:30pm to 4:30pm Travel to Bellingham 4:30pm to 5:00pm Check-in to Rooms 5:00 to 7:30 Dinner Party at the Ocean Park with High School Friends 7:30 to 9:00 Movie Arrival Weekend ScheduleArrival Weekend Schedule Day 3, SundayDay 3, Sunday 48. Week 1 (Day 3-7) Mon, Tues, Wed, Friday Thursday Week 2 (Day 10-14) Mon, Tues, Wed Thursday 7:00am to 8:30am Breakfast 8:30am to 10:00am ESL Class 10:00am to 12:00pm Exploration Activity 12:00am to 1:00pm Picnic Lunch 1:00pm to 5:00pm Exploration Activity 5:00pm to 6:00pm Dinner on Campus Seaside Goodbye Dinner 6:00pm to 7:30pm Sports or Arts Class Outdoor Community Concert at Elizabeth Park Goodbye Music and Bonfire Party 7:30pm to 9:00pm Recreation Activities with American Students on Campus Monday to Friday ScheduleMonday to Friday Schedule Day 4-7, Day 10-14Day 4-7, Day 10-14 49. Saturday 7:00am to 8:30am Breakfast 8:30am to 10:30am Bellingham Farmers Market Tour 10:30am to 4:30pm Whale and Marine Mammal Boat Cruise 4:30pm to 6:00pm Free Time at Campus Sports Center 6:00pm to 7:00pm Dinner on WWU Campus 7:00pm to 9:00pm Professional Baseball Game Weekend ScheduleWeekend Schedule Day 8, SaturdayDay 8, Saturday 50. Sunday 7:00am to 8:30am Breakfast 8:30am to 5:30pm Mt. Baker, Nooksack Falls, Ancient Forest Tour 5:30pm to 7:00pm Pizza Dinner at Famous North Fork Pizzeria 7:00pm to 7:30pm Return to Campus 7:30pm to 9:00pm Movie with ESL Activities Arrival Weekend ScheduleArrival Weekend Schedule Day 9, SundayDay 9, Sunday 51. Sunday 7:00am to 8:00am Breakfast 8:00am to 10:00am Olympic Peninsula Tour 10:00am-11:00am Closing Ceremony at Airport 11:00am to 12:30pm Airline Check In and Lunch at Airport 2:00pm Depart for Beijing Arrival Weekend ScheduleArrival Weekend Schedule Day 15, FridayDay 15, Friday 52. Emergency Contact Emergency wristband, t-shirts, and cell phone service provided in case of separation from group. 53. TRANSPORTATION Licensed and insured school bus Government inspected and approved Trained & experienced professional drivers. 54. Exploration USA Thank you and see you soon!