snake gameOrientation 2012

What is the Rocky Mountain College Orientation Experience?

We know how hard the first weeks of college can be because we've been there too. After watching countless others before you experience their freshman year, we want to provide you with a tool that can make your college career better. That's why we created the Extended Orientation Program. 

The Extended Orientation Program is an intense three-day experience designed to acclimate you to the social and academic atmosphere you will encounter at Rocky Mountain College. We utilize the scenic Montana environment to accentuate RMC's belief that everywhere can be a classroom.

At camp, you will actively engage with your peers in a myriad of fun and challenging activities that will ease your transition from high school to college and help you acclimate to the social and academic atmosphere you will encounter at RMC.

Deposit Info

To reserve your place in Orientation 2012, students must complete the Extended Orientation Registration form and submit a non-refundable orientation deposit of $50. Once you complete the Extended Orientation Program, your deposit will be credited to your student account. In other words, orientation is free to all participating new students; the deposit simply ensures your reservation. You have nothing to lose and an outstanding experience to gain. We hope you'll join us August 20. Please contact your admissions counselor with any questions.

Important DatesSlip n slid

Monday, August 20

  • 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.: Extended Orientation Program check-in (move into residence halls)
  • 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: BBQ on the Green
  • 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.:   All new students meeting
  • 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.:   Presidents Dinner on the Green

Tuesday, August 21

  • Leave for Camp on the Boulder

Thursday, August 23

  • 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Check-in for New Student Orientation (move into residence halls)
  • Extended Orientation Program students return to campus in the afternoon

Friday, August 24

  • 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.: Freshman meetings (SAS, LEAP)
  • 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.: Advisor luncheon
  • 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.:   Work study workshop
  • 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.: Pizza and Bowling

Saturday, August 25

  • 10:30 a.m.: Rafting trip, day hike, farmers market

Sunday, August 26

  • 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.: Chapel service
  • 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.:   Brunch
  • 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.:     BBQ 

Monday, August 27

  • First day of classes

What is Camp?

The camp on the boulder is located one hour south of Big Timber, Mont. in the beautiful Absaroka Mountains and along the Boulder River. This 78-acre retreat uses communal-style accommodations equipped with all the comforts of home. Don't let the amenities fool you; the camp is surrounded by forested mountains with plenty of wildlife, open skies and fresh air.

What will I do at Camp?

The Orientation staff has put together a unique combination of adventure activities, entertainment and social opportunities to begin to integrate you into the Rocky Mountain College community. 

These activities include, but are not limited to:

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  • Low ropes course;
  • Hiking;
  • Mountain biking; 
  • Archery, throwing knives and axes;
  • Fishing;
  • Stargazing;
  • Slack lining;
  • Bouldering;
  • Nightly campfire;
  • Live music;
  • Comedian;
  • Magician;
  • Giant slip'n'slide;
  • Group competitions;
  • Basketball;
  • Volleyball;
  • Downtime with new friends.

What's in it for me?

Everything you learn and take part in at camp will enhance your ability to become a successful student, open new opportunities to challenge yourself, help you discover new academic and life skills and to have fun leading into your upcoming college career. 

Within the three days of this extended program, you will build relationships with upper classmen, connect with essential student services staff and accelerate the formation of your peer groups. While all of this can and will happen back on campus, because of the intimacy of the Extended Orientation Program, you will have an important head start over those who chose not to attend. You will return to RMC with loads of stories, new friends, a supporting cast of faculty and staff and an appreciation of everything the College and Montana have to offer.

What to bring to Camp game

  • Warm Clothes
  • Jacket
  • Sleeping bag
  • Hat
  • Shoes suitable for outdoors (NON-open toed)
  • Swim wear
  • Water bottle
  • Medications
  • Toiletries
  • Duffel bag
  • Small backpack
  • Flashlight 

Some of these supplies can be provided if you do not have access to them.  

Directions to RMC, a map of Billings and suggested accommodations for parents. 
A campus map to find the Bair Family Student Center for student check-in.

 
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