Frequently Asked Questions
| How long is the trip? |
| Typically it is eight days and seven nights. We will try to take a morning flight on Saturday from the Washington, D.C. area and return home on the following Saturday evening. The dates for 2011 are August 6-13. |
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| How much does this trip cost? |
There is a non-refundable deposit of $600 per person based on double occupancy.
Trip prices for 2011 are $1,695/person based on double occupancy (not including airfare).
(Note: in the event that the trip has to be canceled, your non-refundable deposit will be returned)
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| What are the dates of the trip? |
| The proposed trip dates are August 6-13, 2011 (Saturday - Saturday) |
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| Can I be baptized on this trip? |
| Yes, baptisms are welcome and encouraged. A pre-trip meeting is required to discuss your faith and knowledge of what baptism is. Finally, during the trip you will be baptized in Jackson Lake, located at the base of the Teton Mountain range in Grand Teton National Park. |
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| How many spots are available for this trip? |
| A maximum of 30 people are able to enjoy this trip! |
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| What do I need to pack? |
The weather can be unpredictable and since we are near the mountains, we need to be prepared for all seasons! To assist you with your packing, a check list has been created which should help cover everything you might need along the way.
Download the Packing List |
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| Do I have to attend McLean Bible Church to attend this trip? |
| No. This is a faith based trip and the sole purpose is to enjoy God's creations. We will participate in daily prayer and devotions, with the opportunity to be baptized. |
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| Is there an age minimum/maximum for this trip? |
| On the last trip, the ages ranged from 5-85 years old. However, if you are thinking of bringing young children along (5-8 years old), we ask that two parents/guardians accompany them. |
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| Where do I fly into? |
| If you don't live in the Washington, D.C. area, Jackson Hole is currently the first stop on our trip and from there we will begin our journey. You must arrive no later than 30 minutes* after the Washington, D.C. flight arrives at the designated airport, which is Jackson Hole airport. *If these conditions can not be met, you are responsible for your own transportation to Old Faithful cabin sites, which is where we will be lodging the first night. |
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| What is our mode of transportation during the trip? |
| We are renting 3 vans to haul us and our luggage. |
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| Do I need to purchase trip insurance for this trip? |
| The decision to purchase trip insurance is entirely yours. My experience and knowledge about trip insurance is that policies may not cover all circumstances and contingencies. If you decide you want trip insurance, be sure to read all the fine print. |
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