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‘UNITING THE YOUTH OF THE WORLD THROUGH AMERICAN FOOTBALL


Day 1 – Your Panamanian Journey Begins

Gather at the airport in Indianapolis early one morning a couple days following graduation to join fellow teammates, family and Grizzly fans. With excitement and anticipation, board your international flight to travel beyond the Caribbean to the southern end of Central America. Enjoy some movies and a meal enroute arriving in the afternoon in the beautiful tropical climate of the Republic of Panama.

Check-in to the hotel and if all goes smoothly, enjoy a quiet evening in the fresh and warm Panamanian air.


Day 1 – Fly to Panama


PANAMA


Day 2 - Portobelo

PORTOBELO

North of Panama City, Portobelo is one of the oldest Spanish fortifications on the Caribbean coast. “Puerto Bello”, the Beautiful Port, was named by Columbus in 1502 on his fourth New World journey.

The landscape of the bay lead to it becoming a significant strategic stronghold. However, this also meant it was the site of numerous invasions at the hands of English privateers and the Royal Navy.

Pirates also looted Portobelo from time-to-time and were in constant skirmishes with the Spanish landlords of Panama at that time.

In the 18th century, Portobelo was overrun and never regained prominence. Later, parts of the city were dismantled to build the Panama Canal and many of the stones were build in the construction of the Gatun locks. Currently it is protected as a national park and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


To Portobelo - Countryside


Fortified Portobelo


Day 3 – Tropical Forest

Head west out of the city over the Bridge of the Americas and into the countryside of Panama that is lush with tropical foliage, green mountains and lakes. The natural beauty provides the ideal setting to enjoy outdoor activities such as jungle canopy tours and a boat ride to Monkey Island on Gatun lake, which leads to the Panama Canal.


Day 3 – Bridge of the Americas


Day 3 – Jungle Canopy Tour


Day 3 – Gatun Lake Monkey Island Tour


Day 3 – Monkey Island Tour


Day 4 – Practice & City Tour

After the morning practice we will take a tour of the Capital of the Republic of Panama. It is located at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. It is a hub for international banking and commerce, as well as ranking as one of the top 5 places in the world to retire.

You will visit the ruins of the first city of Panama (Old Panama), founded in 1519; and then we’ll gaze at the city’s skyscrapers, the banking district as well as the hotels and commercial centers. A visit to the Colonial Panama follows, which is known as the last Spanish enclosed sea-walled city.


Day 4 – Practice & City Tour


Day 4 – Panama City Tour


Day 5 – Embera Indian Culture

After a morning pre-game walk-through we will travel to Chagres National Park to see where the community of the native, nomadic Embera Indian tribe has existed for centuries.



Enjoy the warm, festive welcome of the Emberan tribe.



Possibly try to throw a football with some tribesmen,

then try your luck at their native skills.



Be ready to experience the lush natural landscape.



Consider the great values, authentic and beautiful gifts for family at home.



Let’s get a photo of Franklin Football in the Panamanian jungle!


Day 6 – Panama Canal & Game Day

The Panama Canal connects the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea saving vessels extraordinary maritime travel around Cape Horn. Originally started by the French, the project was largely constructed and finished by the United States, who maintained possession of the canal until 1999.

The canal is now owned and operated by the Panamanian Government. It took 34 years to build and the American Society of Engineers names it one of the seven wonders of the modern world.


Day 6 – Panama Canal

The Panama Canal saves

7900 nautical

miles on the New York City to San Francisco

route!


Day 6 – Panama Canal

Each lock is about 2/3s the

width of a football field,

but 3 times the length. The lock system

pumps water such that they

lift ships 85 feet above sea

level!


Day 6 PM – Game Day

You’ll be acclimated to play in the warm tropical air

in a stadium uniquely surrounded by palm trees!


Day 6 – Game Day

Time to show Panamanians what is - Grizzly Football!


Day 6 – Game Day

Stout Defense!

Big Play Offense!


Day 6 – Game Day

After the game – Let’s shake a hand!


Post-Game Party

And, of course get a team photo then get ready

for a post game celebration with our hosts!


Day 7 – Transfer & Resort Day 1

After a great post-game social into the evening with your Panamanian opponents and hosts, get the rest you can and be ready for an early morning departure and transfer to our final Panamanian destination – a beautiful, relaxing and rollicking oceanside resort.

Rest, rejuvenate and celebrate a great off-season of work that culminated with a tremendously unifying adventure – and another big win for Grizzly football while representing the USA.


Day 7 – Panamian Resorts


Day 8 – Resort Activity Day

Make the most of a free day. Consider the following activities (coach approval required):

•Jet Ski•Snorkel•Scuba Dive•Additional Tour

Or, just relax at the beach with teammates, family and friends enjoying te sun, surf and service that Panama resort life offers.


Day 8 – Resort Activity Day


A Relaxing Final Night: Team/Trip Awards


Day 9 – Return Home

It’s time to say farewell to Panama and head home after breakfast at your hotel. We will transfer to the airport by motor coach and board your flight which will arrive home later today when you can recount your stories and adventures from your immensely diverse and fascinating time in the Republic of Panama.


Day 9 – Return to USA


Contact

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