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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]

I'm worried about that, too.

My kid uses the bathroom frequently, and they made a big deal about how they are outside in the woods for hours at a time and will need to be escorted by an adult to the bathroom--that will embarrass my kid.

My kid doesn't like sleeping around people who snore. She's a light sleeper and it will literally keep her up all night--and lack of sleep will trigger a migraine.

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PP, please reread what you just read.

I don't like sleeping around people who snore -- who does? -- and I also get migraines, but really. You're saying that your kid isn't capable of going to Outdoor Ed because she'll be embarrassed about using the bathroom and she'll sleep badly.[/quote]

Some kids have medical issues that make bathroom access a serious concern.  We found out later after consulting with doctors ways to help control such issues, although they're still a concern.  At the time of outdoor ed, however,  all we knew was that dc needed to go frequently, with little warning, and could not hold it for long.  After discussing specifics of the length of the bus ride, the length of the hikes, etc., dc decided it would be manageable and fortunately had no problems.

I also understand the social concerns.  Dc tends to be socially isolated, but did in fact make a friend at outdoor ed.

Overall, dc had a wonderful time and was glad to have gone, but I would have supported a decision not to go.  [/quote]

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