Dear MYP2 Parents,
Set within the unique natural landscape of the Cansiglio Plateau, this learning experience offers students the opportunity to step beyond the classroom and engage directly with their environment through exploration, collaboration, and discovery. Surrounded by forests, open clearings, and a rich cultural heritage, students will be encouraged to observe, navigate, and interact with the natural world in a meaningful and structured way.
Throughout the day, students will alternate between an orienteering challenge and a guided excursion to the historic Cimbri village. The orienteering activity will require them to work in teams, interpret clues, and make decisions collectively, fostering problem-solving and communication skills in a dynamic outdoor setting. The visit to the Cimbri village, on the other hand, will offer a more reflective dimension, allowing students to connect with the history and traditions of the area while experiencing the landscape through a cultural lens.
By combining physical activity, teamwork, and cultural exploration, this experience is designed to support students in developing independence, resilience, and a sense of responsibility—both towards their peers and the environment around them. It represents an important opportunity for students to apply what they have learned in school in a real-world context, while also strengthening their ability to collaborate and adapt in unfamiliar situations.
Agenda
08:45 – Departure from H-FARM Campus
10:30 – Arrival at Pian del Cansiglio
10:30 – 12:30
- Group 1 (~20 students): Walk to the Cimbri Village
- Group 2 (~22 students): Orienteering / Treasure Hunt activity
12:30 – 14:00
- Lunch together at the mountain lodge
(gnocchi with meat sauce, stew, vegetables, water, dessert)
14:00 – 16:30
- Group 2: Walk to the Cimbri Village
- Group 1: Orienteering / Treasure Hunt activity
16:30 – 16:45 – Departure from Pian del Cansiglio
18:00 – 18:30 – Arrival back at H-FARM Campus
What to Bring
As the trip takes place in a mountain environment, temperatures may still be cool and variable. Students are therefore required to dress appropriately. What to bring:
- Layered clothing (e.g. T-shirt, fleece, light jacket)
- Comfortable warm outdoor/technical clothing (e.g. fleece, k-way)
- Hiking shoes/boots (essential for safety, as students will walk in the forest)
- Waterproof jacket
- Backpack
- Hat
- Reusable water bottle
- Notebook and a pen
Students should be prepared to adjust their clothing throughout the day depending on weather conditions.
Behaviour Expectations
Students are expected to demonstrate responsible and respectful behaviour throughout the entire experience.
Respect for the Environment
As the activities will take place in a protected natural area, students must respect the environment by not leaving any waste, avoiding damage to vegetation, and following all instructions provided by guides and staff.
Safety and Group Responsibility
Students must remain with their assigned group at all times and follow the instructions of teachers and activity leaders, particularly during the orienteering activity and forest walk. Appropriate behaviour is essential to ensure both individual and group safety.
Collaboration and Participation
Students are expected to actively participate in all activities, working collaboratively with their peers and demonstrating a positive and constructive attitude.
Accompanying Staff
Ms. Carrasco, Ms. Montero, Mr. Anav, Ms. Niro
This trip is included in the “2025–26 daily trips” programme; therefore, no additional fee is required. As these experiences are part of the academic curriculum, participation is mandatory. In case of planned absence, we kindly ask you to record it through the ManageBac attendance tool.
Thank you for your continued support in providing our students with meaningful and engaging learning experiences.
Kind regards.