OSAI and Early Morning Hikes

The 2012 OSAI students, faculty and staff will have the option to start the day off right with several early morning guided hikes being offered over the course of the two-week program.

Whether participating hikers are looking for a bird's eye view of the Quartz Mountain campground, hoping to see a few early-morning critters, or just wanting a chance to stretch their muscles along with friends before the day begins, the hikes are sure to please all.

So this year, when you're packing your bags, be sure to throw in a pair of sturdy shoes if you plan to hike! You don't want to miss out on these spectacular hikes!

Students 'Chow Down' at Quartz Mountain

Another 'creature comfort' issue that students and parents tend to have questions about is regarding what the meals will be like while at Quartz Mountain. While snacks are available for purchase in the Institute Store each day and students are welcome to bring snacks (that have been tightly sealed against critters) with them, part of the $2500 scholarship that each student receives for their stay at Quartz Mountain includes three meals a day in the cafe.

Every year, OAI and Quartz Mountain staff make every effort possible to ensure that each student's dietary needs are met, including those needing additional options, such as vegetarians or students with special health needs. We strongly encourage students to review the menus, however, in order to supplement their diet while at camp with any special snacks they may want to bring. If you have a dietary restriction, please let us know as soon as possible, by calling the office at (405) 605-7500.

For the past few years, to help ease students' transitions to camp, we've posted the menus for the two week program online, so students and parents feel more "in the know" about what their experience will be like. This year is no exception! You'll find below a small sample of the Quartz Mountain menu, and can download the entire two week menu as a Word document here.

Saturday, June 9

*Opening Day Lunch- In ballroom for students/guests 

Hamburgers

Veggie Burgers

White and Wheat Buns

Lettuce, cheese slices, tomatoes, pickles, onion slices, ketchup, mustard, mayo, Dijon mustard

French fries

Vegetarian BBQ beans

Assorted cookies and brownies

Student Dinner

Breaded Chicken strips-with dipping sauces (Honey mustard, ranch, BBQ, ketchup)

Grilled Chicken Strips

Mac and Cheese

Potato Salad and Cole Slaw

Steamed Green Beans

Cornbread

Assorted Cakes

Sunday, June 10

Breakfast

Scrambled Eggs

Waffles

Syrup

Sausage

Lunch

Deli Sandwich Bar to Include:

Assorted Breads and Wraps

Sliced Ham and Turkey, Roast Beef, Egg Salad Tuna or Chicken Salad

Sliced American and Swiss Cheeses

Tomatoes, Onions, Pickles, Lettuce, Mustard, Mayo, Dijon Mustard

Potato Chips

Potato Salad, Cole Slaw

Assorted Cookies

Dinner

Sliced turkey breast with gravy

Mashed potatoes

Vegetable Medley

Rolls and Butter

Fruit Cobbler