<p>Hey guys, I feel really stupid right now both because I lost the sheet that says what to bring to RTT (like shower shoes and stuff) and because I just realized I lost it the night before. I believe it came in a letter with a Philadelphia brochure and a student-written postcard, both of which I have. Could someone kindly post a list of the items? I would realllly appreciate it. Thanks!</p>
<p><em>Dear Ride the Tide Participant</em>,</p>
<p>Swarthmore Colleges Ride the Tide 2011 is rapidly approaching! We are all so excited to have you join us on campus. Our students and various organizations have tirelessly planned every event with the hopes of providing a taste of the true flavor of the College, from academic life to social opportunities. Our community wants you to enjoy your time with us and leave campus with a deeper understanding of what makes us unique.</p>
<p>Below is some basic info about the program:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>*The program runs from Thursday, April 14th to Friday, April 15th .</p></li>
<li><p>Registration begins at <em>9 AM and the official Welcome is at 1:30 PM on Thursday</em>.</p></li>
<li><p>Students are welcome to stay for classes on Friday, but please keep in mind that some earlier flights may restrict which classes students can attend. Students must check out by 2 PM, Friday April 15th.</p></li>
<li><p>For students being hosted overnight, you will meet them Thursday at Host Matching.</p></li>
<li><p>Make sure to <em>pack a sleeping bag, a pillow, toiletries, shower shoes (flip-flops), towels, a couple changes of clothes, a light jacket</em> and spending money if you would like to purchase anything from the campus bookstore. We also encourage you to bring <em>shoes you can comfortably walk in,</em> given the programs events will take place all over campus. Please be thoughtful in your packing and remember that you are going to be on campus for only 36 hours.</p></li>
<li><p>For Train Riders, upon arriving to the <em>Amtrak 30th Street Station in Philadelphia</em> proceed to the <em>SEPTA regional train</em>. The cost will be approximately $5.00 each way. Take the <em>Media/Elwyn</em> line to the <em>Swarthmore station</em>. The College will be up the hill. A Swarthmore student will be at 30th Street to guide you as well.</p></li>
<li><p>For Plane Riders, upon arriving to the Philadelphia pick up your luggage from baggage claim and check in at the <em>Swarthmore Welcome Booth located in the Terminal B/C Baggage Claim *at the bottom of the
escalators near luggage carousel G. If your flight lands at another terminal, please make your way to terminal B/C Baggage Claim. A Swarthmore College representative will direct you to the vans from
there. *Shuttles from the airport will run approximately every half hour from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm</em>. If your flight lands earlier just sit tight and you will be on the first shuttle run at 7 AM. You will not need to
take a taxi on Thursday morning.</p></li>
<li><p>For Car Riders, please visit this web site address to find detailed directions to campus as well as maps:
[Visitors</a> Dashboard :: Swarthmore College](<a href=“http://www.swarthmore.edu/visitordash/dash_visitors.php]Visitors”>http://www.swarthmore.edu/visitordash/dash_visitors.php)</p></li>
<li><p>For your parents, if there is an emergency at night that requires immediate attention they can call 610-328-8307. This is a phone that will be with a member of our staff at all times during the weekend.</p></li>
</ul>
<p>Again, we are so excited to see you! Please travel safely and if you have any questions please call us at 800-667-3110 (Mon Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM EST).</p>
<p>Rachel White
Senior Admissions Counselor</p>
<p>Thank you very much!</p>