On the Trail Keep the group together and wait at all forks in the road until everyone can be seen. Be mindful of limitations of weak or heavier persons. Tell the fast ones to slow down and the slow ones to speed up. Find interesting things to point out. Discuss plants, animals, and terrain, mindful of age group considerations.
Lunch Find a spot for lunch that allows everyone in the group to have a place to sit.
Set the boundaries within which everyone is allowed to walk and sit. Have the teachers make another head count after the lunch break and be punctual getting back to the bus, especially on weekdays. Allow 15 minutes for toilet time before the bus leaves. Ending the Hike Before the bus leaves, thank everyone for coming and encourage them to come again on their own with family and friends to enjoy the park again. If any incidents occurred, fill out other forms as appropriate.