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🚢 Adventure Awaits: USS Midway Museum Field Trip! 🌊
Get ready to step aboard history as we embark on an unforgettable journey to the USS Midway Museum in San Diego! This isn’t just any museum—it’s a massive aircraft carrier packed with incredible fighter jets, hidden passageways, and stories of daring naval missions.
🔹 Climb into real cockpits!
🔹 Explore the captain’s bridge!
🔹 Walk the flight deck where fighter jets once took off!
🔹 Experience what life was like at sea!
After exploring this floating city, we’ll head to Seaport Village, where you’ll have time to grab lunch and explore the beautiful San Diego waterfront. From fresh seafood to mouthwatering burgers, there’s something for everyone!
We’ll wrap up the day with a scenic stroll along the harbor and a stop at the famous “Kiss” Statue before heading home.
⚓ Date: Friday, March 14, 2025
📍 Departure: 7:45 AM from San Juan Capistrano
💰 Cost: $120 per student
🍽 Lunch: Bring money to eat at Seaport Village
🚐 Transportation: Large passenger van
This is your chance to walk in the footsteps of naval heroes, learn about epic battles and daring rescues, and see some of the coolest planes up close. It’s hands-on, history-packed, and totally awesome—don’t miss out! 🎟🔥
Who’s ready to set sail for adventure? 🚢⚡
Schedule & Itinerary
7:45 AM – Meet & Departure
Gather students at 31501 Avenida Los Cerritos, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675.
Quick headcount and review of trip expectations.
Depart by 8:00 AM sharp. (~1.5-hour drive to San Diego)
9:30 AM – Arrival in San Diego & Prep Time
Arrive at the USS Midway Museum parking lot ($10–$20 per vehicle).
Restroom break & group photo outside the ship.
Quick overview before entering.
10:00 AM – Enter & Self-Guided Tour (Led by You!)
Explore the flight deck, hangar deck, and crew quarters.
Discuss naval aviation history, daily life on an aircraft carrier, and notable aircraft.
Hands-on exploration of interactive exhibits.
Extended tour time for deeper exploration and discussions.
Allow students more time for questions and to engage with exhibits.
1:00 PM – Lunch at Seaport Village (10-minute walk from the USS Midway)
Students can choose their own lunch spot from a variety of options, such as:
The Fish Market – Fresh seafood
Burger Lounge – Organic burgers
Puesto – Mexican street food
San Diego Pier Café – Classic American dining
Marion’s Fish Market – Casual seafood
Ben & Jerry’s – Ice cream for dessert
2:00 PM – Waterfront Walk & Unconditional Surrender Statue
Stroll along the San Diego waterfront (Harbor Drive).
Visit the Unconditional Surrender Statue ("The Kiss Statue") for a group photo.
Enjoy the scenic views before heading back.
3:00 PM – Load Up & Depart for Home
Final headcount & board the van.
Depart at 3:15 PM (~1.5-hour drive back).
4:45 PM – Arrival Back in San Juan Capistrano
Students check out with parents.
Field trip concludes.