Grover Beach Walk & Learn- Heartland Charter School

Registration window October 14, 10:00 a.m. -October 20, 7:00 p.m.

Join us for an unforgettable beach adventure where curiosity meets the coast! Have you ever wondered where waves come from, what makes the tides rise and fall, or what kinds of creatures call Pismo and Grover Beach home? Come explore these questions and more (bring your questions!) with Heartland HST and longtime surfer and ocean enthusiast Michael Phares, who’s spent over 50 years learning from the sea.

As we stroll along the shoreline together, families will discover the hidden wonders of this unique coastal ecosystem, from fascinating marine life to the rhythms of the ocean itself. It’s a hands-on, eye-opening experience perfect for homeschoolers of all ages.

Be sure to check the weather, bring sunscreen, and dress in layers—this rain-or-shine adventure is ready to make a splash! This is a rain-or-shine field trip, and in years past we have experienced rain, cold, fog, heat, humidity... pretty much all the weather you could imagine, except for snow, so bring layers!

May I pay using my funds? This event is FREE!

What are the check-in procedures? Families should plan to meet Mr. Phares near the wooden path to the stairs down to the beach (in the Northwest corner of the Fin’s lot)

Who may attend? This field trip is geared towards students in 1st-8th grade; however, all ages are welcome. Every attendee needs a ticket. This includes infants.

Is there on-site parking available? The lot near Fin’s, as well as the lot behind it and the lot near the LeSage golf course, provide ample parking.

Can we pack snacks or lunch for this event or field trip? It is a public beach, so, as long as food and drink waste is properly disposed of, people are welcome to bring food and drink.

How do I contact the event organizer?

Name: Michael Phares

Phone number: 805-550-8273

Email address: [email protected]

You must have a student enrolled at Heartland Charter School to attend this event. We verify enrollment for all attendees.

How to Reserve Your Spot

To officially join us on this field trip, you must complete both steps of our registration process. All field trips and events, even free ones, must be ordered in Procurify. Please follow these directions carefully:

Step 1: Check out on Ticketbud

Complete the checkout process here on Ticketbud. This initiates your reservation.

• Confirmation: You will receive an email confirmation from Ticketbud once your order is complete.
• Tip: If you do not see the email within a few minutes, please check your Spam/Junk folder. If you cannot find a confirmation email from Ticketbud, you did not successfully reserve tickets.
• Action: Once you have your confirmation, move immediately to Step 2.

Step 2: Place your Order in Procurify

Your spot is not confirmed until an order is placed in the Procurify system for students who are enrolled in Heartland and their chaperones. You do NOT need to place an order in Procurify for siblings who are not enrolled.

• Search: Log in to Procurify, search the name of this field trip in the catalog, and complete your order as you would for any other educational resource.
• Note: Do NOT place a Procurify order for siblings who are not enrolled in Heartland.
• Deadline: You must place your Procurify order within 3 days of your Ticketbud registration.
• IMPORTANT! Registration Requirement: To avoid losing your spot, both steps must be completed. Failure to place an order in Procurify within the three-day window will result in removal from the attendee list, and funds will be manually deducted from your account.

Heartland events are designed for families to attend together. Students need to be accompanied by an adult chaperone. If your student will be attending with another family, please email the field trip host to let them know once you complete your registration. Chaperones must be the legal parent or 25 years and older. All chaperones must be healthy, ethical people with the skills to be responsible adult chaperones.

Please review our Field Trip Attendance Policy!

To ensure we can provide these experiences to as many students as possible, please review our commitment guidelines before registering.

Tickets are Non-Transferable

• Non-Transferable: Tickets are tied specifically to the student account used at registration. They cannot be sold, gifted, or transferred to another family.

The "No-Show" Policy

• Loss of Access: Families who are frequent "no-shows" may lose access to future field trip registrations. We track attendance to ensure that limited spots go to families who are committed to attending.

Professional Courtesy: If an emergency arises, and you truly cannot make it:

• Notify the Lead Teacher: Please email the organizing teacher as soon as possible.
• Why it matters: This prevents the entire group from waiting at the venue entrance for your arrival, keeping the educational program on schedule for everyone else.

Our Goal: By only registering for events you are fully committed to, you help us keep our field trip program sustainable and open to all students.