Saturday, February 2, 2008

Final Reminders Before We Leave

WHEN AND WHERE DO WE MEET? We are meeting at SFO the Northwest ticket counter (in the domestic terminal) bright and early at 6:00am.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? You should wear comfortable clothing. This may include jeans (but remember to bring other pants because jeans are not practical for the rest of the trip), and this may include tennis shoes (the plane trips will probably be the only times you wear them). The best thing is to dress in layers as planes and airports vary in temperature.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME? Please bring any (labeled) medication directly to Mme Amy (for girls) or Mr. Tanaka (for boys). Of course you will have your big suitcase/duffle bag that we will check, and won’t see again until we arrive in Québec. Remember to pack any liquids/gels in your checked bag. And also, please make sure your checked bag does not exceed 50 lbs. as per airline requirement. Your carry-on will be your backpack (a day pack, much like the one you use for school). Remember that you will be given a binder and a journal at the airport so you should leave room for these.

In your pack should be:

    • Lunch and snacks (food to get you to Detroit, then we can get food there)
    • Hat, gloves, and scarf for easy access when we get there
    • Your heavy coat (this does not need to fit inside your pack, we’ll probably all carry them separately)
    • Writing implements (a few pens)
    • 1-2 books to read (this is mandatory)
    • Other appropriate time-passing activities for the plane, optional (magazines, word puzzles, coloring, sudoku, etc …)

      ** Remember, no liquids, gels, jello, yogurt, etc.

      ** Also remember, please do not pack any foods containing peanuts or any other nuts, as we will be in close quarters with people who have severe food allergies... thank you for your cooperation on this point!

SEE YOU EARLY THURSDAY MORNING!!

Mme Amy, Ms. Wegner, Mr. Tanaka

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