Elise's Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Observing AISFY25 Training Sessions in Washington State

Day 1: Kickoff Training Session

Gig Harbor, WA on October 23, 2024

7:45AM

Leave home

Start the journey to the Washington Corrections Center for Women, ensuring an early arrival for the day's training.
Head southwest toward WA-16 W.
USD0, 15 mins

9:15AM

Arrival at WCCW

Sign in and prepare for observing the Suicide Prevention and Response training session.
Check in at the facility and proceed to the designated meeting room.
USD0, 15 mins

9:30AM

Observe Training

Engage with the session and take notes for program development.
Stay in the training room for the duration of the session.
USD0, 3 hours

12:30PM

Lunch

Grab lunch from the local café, 11th Street Café, to recharge after the session.
Head to 1006 11th St, Gig Harbor, WA.
USD15, 1 hour

1:30PM

Return Home

Drive back home reflecting on the insights gained from the morning session.
Follow the same route back to home.
USD0, 1 hour
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Day 2: Repeat Training Session

Gig Harbor, WA on October 30, 2024

7:45AM

Leave home

Journey back to the WCCW for another observation of the training.
Take WA-16 W to Gig Harbor.
USD0, 15 mins

9:15AM

Arrive at WCCW

Sign in and prepare for another observation of the session.
Proceeds through security to the training area.
USD0, 15 mins

9:30AM

Observe Training

Engage with the session, noting any updates or changes.
Remain in the session room.
USD0, 3 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Eat at the local café again for familiarity, 11th Street Café, for lunch.
Travel again to 11th Street Café.
USD15, 1 hour

1:30PM

Return Home

After lunch, head back home reflecting on the repeated insights.
Select the main highway back home!
USD0, 1 hour
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Day 3: Explore Monroe Correctional Complex

Monroe, WA on October 31, 2024

5:00AM

Leave home

Embark on the early journey to Monroe Correctional Complex.
Take I-5 N for the quickest route.
USD0, 15 mins

7:30AM

Arrive at Monroe Correctional Complex

Check-in and get ready for the observation later in the day.
Follow signage to visitor's entrance.
USD0, 30 mins

10:00AM

Observe Training

Watch the Suicide Prevention and Response session unfold and jot down notes.
Proceed to the training area inside the facility.
USD0, 4 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at local diner

Take a short trip to Big Wok to enjoy a delicious lunch nearby.
Head toward 17320 147th St NE, Monroe for lunch.
USD15, 1 hour

3:00PM

Return Home

After lunch, head home reflecting on today's insights.
Retrace the route taken this morning.
USD0, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Revisit Monroe Correctional Complex

Monroe, WA on November 14, 2024

5:00AM

Leave home

Make the early trek once again to Monroe for continued observation.
Follow the same route as before.
USD0, 15 mins

7:30AM

Arrive at Monroe Correctional Complex

Check-in and prepare for the day's training.
Enter through the designated visitor's entrance.
USD0, 30 mins

10:00AM

Observe Training

Continue gathering insights during the Suicide Prevention and Response session.
Proceed to the training site.
USD0, 4 hours

2:00PM

Lunch from a food truck

Try out a local food truck for something new and exciting near the complex.
Find the best reviewed truck nearby for lunch.
USD10, 1 hour

3:00PM

Return Home

Head back home to reflect on the training from today.
Backtrack to the home route.
USD0, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Journey to Clallam Bay

Clallam Bay, WA on November 15, 2024

5:00PM

Leave home

Set off toward Port Angeles for an overnight stay before training.
Drive directly toward Port Angeles.
USD0, 2 hours

7:00PM

Check into hotel in Port Angeles

Stay overnight at a budget-friendly hotel for convenience.
Find your way to the selected hotel in Port Angeles.
USD100, 30 mins

8:00PM

Dinner at First Street Haven

Enjoy a wholesome meal at this charming restaurant to unwind after travel.
Head toward 1033 E First St Port Angeles.
USD25, 1 hour
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Day 6: Clallam Bay Training Observation

Clallam Bay, WA on November 16, 2024

8:30AM

Leave hotel

Depart for Clallam Bay Corrections Center after breakfast.
Take U.S.-101 S toward your destination.
USD0, 1 hour

9:30AM

Arrive at Clallam Bay Corrections Center

Check-in and prepare for the training.
Use the proper entrance for visitors.
USD0, 30 mins

11:10AM

Observe Suicide Prevention training

Engage in the session, learning valuable information for program development.
Stay in the training area until the session concludes.
USD0, 3 hours

2:10PM

Lunch at local café

Enjoy a satisfying lunch at The Greenhouse Café nearby after training.
Head to 3000 Evans Rd, Clallam Bay, WA.
USD15, 1 hour

3:10PM

Return Home

Begin the drive home, reflecting on the day's training.
Retrace your routes homeward.
USD0, 3.5 hours
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Day 7: Washington HQ Training

Tumwater, WA on November 18, 2024

7:30AM

Leave home

Set out early to arrive promptly at DOC HQ.
Take I-5 South towards Tumwater.
USD0, 15 mins

7:45AM

Arrive at DOC HQ

Sign in for the Washington Way training session.
Proceed to the meeting room with the schedule provided.
USD0, 15 mins

8:00AM

Observe Washington Way Training

Participate in the training for the morning duration to gather insights.
Remain until the session concludes.
USD0, 4 hours

12:00PM

Lunch nearby

Refuel at a well-rated local lunch spot, Tumwater Alehouse.
Travel to 1000 Capital Mall Dr SW, Tumwater, WA.
USD20, 1 hour

1:00PM

Return Home

Complete the day reflecting on the insights and knowledge gained.
Follow your routes back home.
USD0, 15 mins
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Day 8: Monroe Follow-up Session

Monroe, WA on November 19, 2024

5:00AM

Leave home

Head back to Monroe Correctional Complex for today's training session.
Drive down via I-5 N.
USD0, 15 mins

7:30AM

Arrive at Monroe Correctional Complex

Check-in at the facility in preparation for the training.
Utilize the same entrance as before.
USD0, 15 mins

10:00AM

Observe the Training

Be present for an important session regarding Suicide Prevention and Response.
Proceed to the designated training area inside.
USD0, 4 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at local diner

Exploit the chance to eat at a diner nearby for variety, like The Highway 2 Diner.
Make your way to 20773 US-2, Monroe, WA.
USD15, 1 hour

3:00PM

Return Home

After a hearty lunch, make your way back home for the night.
Backtrack to head home.
USD0, 1.5 hours
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Day 9: Split Training Day

Tumwater & Clallam Bay, WA on November 20, 2024

12:00PM

Leave home

Set out towards DOC HQ for the first session of the day.
Take I-5 South towards Tumwater.
USD0, 15 mins

12:15PM

Arrive at DOC HQ

Sign in and prepare for Washington Way observation after lunch.
Head to the planned meeting room.
USD0, 15 mins

12:30PM

Observe Washington Way Training

Learn and evaluate methods presented in the session.
Stay in the training room until completion.
USD0, 4 hours

4:30PM

Leave to Clallam Bay

Head towards Clallam Bay for the next training the following day.
Drive along U.S.-101 north towards Clallam Bay.
USD0, 2 hours

6:30PM

Check into hotel in Clallam Bay

Stay at a nearby hotel for convenience in the morning.
Follow signs to the selected hotel in Clallam Bay.
USD100, 30 mins

7:00PM

Dinner at local eatery

Enjoy dinner at the nearby restaurant, Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour, famous for comfort food.
Drive to the eatery near the hotel.
USD20, 1 hour
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