The Hillel Outdoor Orientation Trip
August 21 - 23, 2008

The Hillel Outdoor Orientation Trip takes place before Emory's orientation. It gives incoming Jewish students the opportunity to meet other new faces and learn about Emory from returning students. This is your chance to do something exciting while making new friends! Click here to download an application form. Register by July 25!

Who is this for?

It's for incoming Jewish freshmen at Emory who are looking to meet Jewish people and have a fun time. No outdoor experience is necessary.
Note: This trip is scheduled to return on Saturday morning, which means it is not Shabbat observant.  If you are Shabbat observant, we can help make special arrangements so that you can join us for this incredible experience and return to campus for Shabbat.

How much does it cost?

The trip costs $175, which includes all transportation, meals, activity fees, accommodations and a t-shirt. Click here to download an application form. Register by July 25! After you register, you can send a check to Emory Hillel, 732 Gatewood Road, Atlanta, GA 30329 or make payment here:

What will we do?

We'll drive out to the Ocoee River in Tennessee to go rafting on America's most famous section of Class III-IV whitewater, take a relaxed tubing excursion on the river, and go hiking in the woods. We'll have a cozy Friday night Shabbat experience around a campfire and go back to Emory Saturday morning in time for orientation programs.

What are the accommodations like?

We will be staying in a nice lodge, located on 13 acres in the foothills of the Georgia Mountains. Rooms are fully equipped with beds and linens. There are volleyball & basketball areas, nearby river, and a beautiful view. To learn more, visit  www.ocoeeriversidelodging.com

Who is leading it?

A member of Emory Hillel staff, who is an experienced trip coordinator, will run the trip with trained student leaders, and a certified EMT.

When are we going?

We depart Thursday, August 21 in the morning and returning Saturday, August 23 at noon. We'll be traveling in cars together.

When do I move into my dorm?

Once confirmed as a participant on our trip, you will need to sign up for early move-in. All students will need to be on Emory's campus by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, August 20. Students are allowed to move in on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., which allows participants in our program to move in before the craziness of regular move-in. If you are looking to ship belongings prior to arrival, please visit Emory Housing's shipping website at http://www.emory.edu/HOUSING/UNDERGRAD/ship.html.

Sounds great! How do I sign up?

Register by July 25. Click here to download an application form.  Send the completed form to HOOT@emoryhillel.org. Once you have registered AND received confirmation, submit payment online above, or make checks payable to Emory Hillel, 732 Gatewood Rd., Atlanta, GA 30329. After you have been confirmed as a participant on this trip, you will receive information about early move-in online registration. You must complete on-line move-in registration by July 25. Call 404-712-9063 with questions.

What can parents do before orientation?

Parents are invited to a special Friday night Shabbat dinner on campus with other early arriving students, parents, and Hillel staff. Details to follow.

 
*For students interested in a Shabbat observant retreat experience, check out the Hillel Shabbaton, planned for late October. Contact Rob Bernton via LearnLink.