Quests
Quests are special Journey Day experiences offered by community partners. These optional experiences reflect our belief that growing citizens begins in a Connected CommUNITY. Quests help students see how their gifts and interests can make an impact beyond the classroom, while building relationships with those who support and inspire them.
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ASEP Offerings
Field Day
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Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Where: Cincinnati Soccer Box - 4460 Lakeforest Drive Suite 220
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Who: MECC (1-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6)
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Cost: $35.00
Multisports
- Time: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
- Where: Cincinnati Soccer Box - 4460 Lakeforest Drive Suite 220
- Who: MECC (1-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6)
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Cost: $35.00
High School XLP Job Shadows
- City of Mason Public Works
- Dentistry with Dr. Erbek
- Law with FBT Gibbons
- P&G Beauty Care Research & Development Scientist
- Veterinarian Dr. Mohlman
- VSWC Architects
Career Discussion
- Honda Engineering
- MedPace Financial Analyst
What: Students will spend the day at Camp Joy engaging in hands-on team-building, nature-based learning, and reflective activities designed to foster connection, communication, and personal growth. From a warm welcome and icebreakers to large group challenges and a peaceful closing circle, the experience is both enriching and aligned with academic and social-emotional goals. Students will need to bring a packed lunch.
When: September 25
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. drop off,
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. pick up
Where: 10117 Old 3-C Hwy, Clarksville
Who: MI (5-6), MMS (7-8)
Cost: $100
Fire Station 51 Tour
What: Step inside City of Mason Fire Station 51 for a behind the scenes look at
the lifesaving work Mason’s first responders do every day. Participants will have the
opportunity to explore the fire apparatus bay, see equipment up close and learn how the
City of Mason Fire Department prepares for fire, rescue and emergency medical calls.
This is a great opportunity to meet with City of Mason firefighters and paramedics who
serve the Mason community and learn about daily operations of Mason Fire
Department.
When: September 25
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: City of Mason Fire Station 51, 4420 Mason-Montgomery Road
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4)
Bicycle Safety Class
What: Bicycle Safety: Learn from a Mason Police Department Bicycle Officer
safety tips and rules of the road. Students will gain a better understanding of bicycle
safety and get to ride through an obstacle course. Some basic bicycle maintenance tips
will be discussed.
When: September 25
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Heritage Oak Park
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6)
Swim Safety Clinic
What: The City of Mason has a goal to teach every resident how to be safe in the
water. Help us meet this mission by participating in the City’s Safety Swim Clinic at
Mason Community Center. Swim professionals will teach participants basic techniques
and safe swimming practices. Safety is the first step to confident fun in the water!
When: September 25
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Mason Community Center Leisure Pool
Who: MECC(K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: KidStrong is a science-based kids training program that builds strong, confident, high-character kids. Our program focuses on character, physical and brain development through age-based classes.
From creative challenges to hands-on activities, kids use problem-solving, teamwork, and imagination throughout their Journey Day experience.
Students will need to bring a packed lunch and two snacks.
When: September 25
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: 8457 Mason Montgomery Rd
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6)
Cost: $75.00
What: Students will work to clean, repair and refurbish used bikes with members of the Kiwanis Club of Mason. All bikes will then become gifts that are given to Comets facing financial hardship as part of the commUNITY Holiday Help initiative.
When: September 25
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00p.m.
Where: Manor House, 7440 Mason Montgomery Road
Who: MI (6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: A galette is like a pie's cooler cousin. It looks more dramatic and rustic, which is nice, because it's also a little easier! In this class we'll make a delicious Salted Caramel Apple Galette with the Best Ever Pie Dough, Fresh Whipped Cream, and some 5-Minute Fudge to take home!
There are lots of skills and techniques to learn in this class. If you like pie or galettes, learning how to make a great pie dough will be something you can use over and over again, and this is the best pie dough ever. On top of that we will use knife skills to cut our apples evenly, make a salted caramel, make fresh hand whipped cream, and cook up a quick and easy 5 minute fudge.
When: September 25
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Where: The Learning Kitchen, 7659 Cox Lane
Who: ME (3-4), MI (5-6)
Cost: $75.00
What: Pizza from scratch may seem like a daunting task, but it's not as hard as you think! Working in teams of 2, in this class you'll make your own pizza dough, Neapolitan pizza sauce, and you'll even pull your own mozzarella from curds! We'll also have a few toppings for you to choose from, and then it's into the oven to cook our pizzas on a pizza steel (the best way). Our chef will make a big Caesar salad with seared chicken breast for you to enjoy while your pizza bakes.
When: September 25
Time: 1120:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: The Learning Kitchen, 7659 Cox Lane
Who: MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
Cost: $75.00
What: Students step into the role of LEARNER by tackling challenges they've never faced before — on the wall and off. Through guided movement exploration and team problem-solving, students discover what it means to embrace worthy challenges and build skills they didn't know they had.
No experience necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to try.
When: September 25
Time: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Where: 9501 Union Cemetery Road
Who: MECC (1-2), ME (3)
Cost: $60.00
What: Mosaic Climbing becomes a learning lab as students develop new skills through structured climbing instruction and reflective activities. Students explore how the mindset required to climb— trying, falling, adjusting, and trying again — directly mirrors the adaptability needed to grow in an evolving world.
When: September 25
Time: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Where: 9501 Union Cemetery Road
Who: ME (4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8)
Cost: $60.00
What: Kids have imaginations and we put their creativity to great use! Our kids' painting events let them explore art in a whole new way. It’s fun and with our patient and energetic artist guiding them step-by-step, they’ll be super impressed with what they can accomplish.
When: September 25
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: 6196 Tylersville Road
Who: MECC (1-2), ME (3-4)
Painting: Axolotl Boba Painting!
Cost: $40
When: September 25
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: 6196 Tylersville Road
Who: MI (5-6), MMS (7-8)
Painting: Bright Moon Galaxy Painting!
Cost: $40
Things to Note!
Doors open 30 minutes before the event start time
Instruction begins promptly on time
Late Arrivals: No credit / refund
What: Come out to Armco Park for a morning of fishing! Families can bring their own fishing supplies or borrow ours for free, and bait will also be provided. No fishing experience is necessary, just a desire to learn! Families can also learn about fish that are common in our waterways, and make a fish craft. This program is free, open to the public, and preregistration is recommended so we can plan accordingly.
When: September 25
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Armco Park- Shelter 30
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
Past Quests
ASEP Offerings
- Cooking Class with the Learning Kitchen - French Toast (3rd - 6th Grade)
- Cooking Class with the Learning Kitchen - Pasta Workshop (7th - 12th Grade)
- Kings Hammer Soccer (1st - 3rd Grade)
- Build Wooden Garden Boxes for MI (5th-6th Grade)
- Cooking Class with the Learning Kitchen - Pan Grilled Pizza (3rd - 6th Grade)
- Cooking Class with the Learning Kitchen - Pad Thai & Spring Rolls (7th - 12th Grade)
- Field Day (1st-6th Grade)
- Multisports (1st-6th Grade)
- Ultimate Frisbee (5th-8th Grade)
- Cooking Class with the Learning Kitchen - French Toast (3rd - 6th Grade)
- Cooking Class with the Learning Kitchen - Detroit Style Pizza (7th-12th)
- Field Day (K-6)
- Multisports (K-6)
High School XLP Job Shadows
- Mason High School students can explore a "day in the life" of a specific job in collaboration with many local employers and non-profits.
- Beacon Physical Therapy
- Chief Magistrate - Bethany Bennett
- City of Cincinnati - Engineering, Epidemilogist
- City of Mason - Fire, Police, Public Works
- Classroom to Courtroom: Explore Your Legal Future
- Dentist
- Frost Brown Todd
- Honda Auto Tech
- Honda Chemical Engineer
- Kings Vet Hospital
- Law-Liz Albrecht
- Mason Family Pet Hospital
- Medpace Financial Analyst
- Messer Construction Management
- MI Homes Interior Designer
- Mitsubishi Electric
- Olberding Brand Family
- Brand Strategist
- Digital Design Director
- Marketing Creative Director/Design
- Marketing Specialist
- Production Art & Print Director
- Prasco CMO Shadow
- Senior UC Nursing
- VSWC Architects
- Beacon Physical Therapy
Cincinnati Dental Group - Dentist
Cintas IT & Data Analytics & AI
City of Cincinnati- Engineering
City of Cincinnati- Epidemilogist
GMi job chats- Finance
GMi job chats- IT
Hi-Tek Job Shadow - Engineering
Honda Chemical Engineer
Kings Vet Hospital
Law-Frost Brown Todd
Lindner Center of Hope - Mental Health careers
Mason Family Pet Hospital
MCS- CFO career discussion
Medpace Financial analyst
Mitsubishi Electric - Engineering
Olberding Brand Family - Brand Strategist
Olberding Brand Family - Digital Design Director
Olberding Brand Family - Marketing Creative director/Design
Olberding Brand Family - Marketing Specialist
Olberding Brand Family - Production Art & Print Director
P&G R&D- Shannon Weitz
Pioneer Clading & Glazing
Pioneer Clading & Glazing - Engineering
VSWC - Architect - Beacon Physical Therapy
- Cincinnati Dental Group
- Frost Brown Todd Law Firm
- GMi Finance Job Chats
- GMi IT Job Chat
- Hearing Speech + Deaf Center
- Honda Chemical Engineer
- Kings Vet Hospital
- Mason City Schools- CFO Career Discussion
- Mason Family Pet Hospital
- Medpace Financial Analyst
- MI Homes- Construction Management
- P&G Research & Development
- VSWC Architects
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Company Visits
- Cintas Hi-Teck IT Distribution Center
- Motoman Robotics
What: Students will have an opportunity to tour our Post, learn about the history, mission and purpose of the American Legion, and hear from a panel of Veterans on their experience of service.
When: March 13
Time: 9-10:30 a.m.
Who: MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: Students will spend the day at Camp Joy engaging in hands-on team-building, nature-based learning, and reflective activities designed to foster connection, communication, and personal growth. From a warm welcome and icebreakers to large group challenges and a peaceful closing circle, the experience is both enriching and aligned with academic and social-emotional goals.
When: March 13
Time: 8-9:00am drop off,
4-5:00pm pick up
Who: MI (5-6), MMS (7-8)
What: Students will assist residents with crafts or other projects.
When: Nov. 21
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Who: MHS (9-12)
What: Freestyle Swim Clinic: Aligning with the City of Mason’s goal to teach all residents how to be safe in the water, Mason Community Center will host a free community swim clinic to highlight the importance of water safety and to provide instruction for swimming with a focus on freestyle stroke. While this program is open to individuals ages 5 – 18, participants should be comfortable and confident with completing a continuous 25 meter freestyle swim.
When: March 13
Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: Interact with a Mason Police Officer and learn how to process a crime scene! Participants will learn how to process fingerprints, discuss other crime scene processing techniques and get an inside look at how the City of Mason Police Department solves crimes in the community.
When: March 13
Time: 9 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Who: MMS, MHS (7-12)
What: In today’s society, active threats can occur in any environment. This safety workshop, facilitated by City of Mason Police Officers, will cover historical trends of these events and empower you with decision making skills on the three basic actions that can be taken should you find yourself in this situation: Run, Hide, Fight.
When: November 21
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Who: MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: Learn hands-on techniques to defend yourself in a dangerous situation. This includes hands on training covering low level self-defense moves and simulated self-defense situations.
What: Step inside City of Mason Fire Station 51 for a behind the scenes look at the lifesaving work Mason’s first responders do every day. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the fire apparatus bay, see equipment up close and learn how the City of Mason Fire Department prepares for fire, rescue and emergency medical calls.
What: Participants can gain real-world insight into a career in public service through a job shadowing experience with the City of Mason Public Utilities Department. Participants will team up with an Environmental Technician to discover how science, engineering, and environmental stewardship comes together at one of the most critical facilities to the protection, health, safety and welfare of the community the City of Mason Water Reclamation Plant. Participants will work alongside field professionals to learn how the City oversees wastewater treatment operations at this state of the art facility, as well as maintains the City’s wastewater and stormwater system. This behind the scenes opportunity offers valuable insight into a field that manages critical Infrastructure that protects public health and the environment. This opportunity is ideal for individuals exploring a career in environmental science, utilities and skilled trades.
When: November 21
Time: 8-11 a.m.
Who: MHS (9-12)
What: Safety Swim Clinic: The City of Mason has a goal to teach every resident how to be safe in the water. Help us meet this mission by participating in the City’s Safety Swim Clinic at Mason Community Center. Swim professionals will teach participants basic techniques and safe swimming practices. Safety is the first step to confident fun in the water!
When: November 21
Time: 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: Participants can gain real-world insight into a career in public service through a job shadowing experience at the City of Mason Service Center. Participants will team up with a Service Coordinator to explore how the Service Department supports the City’s daily operations – from maintaining streets and parks to managing city vehicles and facilities. This hands-on opportunity offers a closer look at the essential work our Service department does to keep the Mason community running safely and smoothly for our residents, businesses and visitors. This is a great opportunity for participants to explore potential career paths in municipal operations and maintenance that does not necessarily require a college degree.
When: November 21
Time: 8-11 a.m.
Who: MHS (9-12)
What: Pack food, organize the cupboards, help prepare for weekly packs
When: March 13
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Who: MHS (9-12)
What: CrossFit Mason is happy to invite you to an hour of fitness, connection, and fun. Kids will get an introduction to proper movement and will be challenged to participate in a workout that can be geared to all skill and ability levels. They will also participate in some age-specific games.
Performance training holds tremendous value physically, mentally, and beyond. It helps kids discover their ability to achieve through dedicated effort, and gives them the confidence to take on challenges both inside and outside the gym. Our performance training is designed to help them to become the best versions of themselves. We look forward to the opportunity to give our Comets an immersive experience in the world of CrossFit-style training. Closed-toe gym shoes and comfortable gym clothes. Bring a water bottle; there is a place to refill them.
When: February 13
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Who: ME (4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8)
What: Museum Self Guided Tour, Find items, write about what they saw, Review history stands, Sketch items, etc.
When: March 13
Who: MHS (9-12)
Time: 10-12:00 p.m.
What: Students will work to clean, repair and refurbish used bikes with members of the Kiwanis Club of Mason. All bikes will then become gifts that are given to Comets facing financial hardship as part of the commUNITY Holiday Help initiative.
What: Students organize their very own Costume Drive to support LOVE like JJ's Annual Costume Drive! For this event students will collect a maximum of 5 costumes and then prepare them for LOVE like JJ's Costume Drive by checking that the costumes are in good condition, place them in a gallon size ziploc bag and label the costume's bag with the size and description.
Mason Public Library
What: Dog Man Day
When: March 13
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: Family Walk-In Day!
Families are welcome to volunteer at Matthew 25 Ministries. It is recommended that students and parents volunteer for no longer than 2 hour shifts. Students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult (groups are allowed).
Returning volunteers can just bring their M25 ID card with them. There is nothing the youth need to do/bring. First-time adult volunteers fill out the pre-registration questions prior to your visit using this link Volunteer Registration. Under Group Name please put Journey Days.
When: February 13
Time: 9-4:00 p.m.
Who: MI (5-6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: Mosaic Climbing offers age-differentiated Journey Day programming designed to provide students from kindergarten through high school with an engaging, educational climbing experience that builds confidence, teamwork, and physical literacy. The programs are designed to help students learn how they can honor their
interests by devoting time and energy toward building community. Students will be tasked with age-appropriate projects that encourage compassionate reflection, empathetic problem-solving, and connection and collaboration with their peers, all while engaging in physically and mentally stimulating climbing activity.
When: March 13
Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4, MI (5-6), MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)
What: Pollinator Palooza Program- open house style
What: Trail maintenance and invasive species removal at Armco Park
Great Backyard Bird Count
What: Come out to Armco Park’s Jones’ Pavilion for a morning focused on birds and community! Children will participate in a global citizen science project called the Great Backyard Bird Count, where people all around the world count the birds they see to help scientists better understand and protect birds. Bird feeders will be set up all around Jones’ Pavilion to help with the count and provide an up close look at the winter birds who call Ohio home. Other activities will help families learn about our local birds including their diets, nesting preferences, bird songs, and challenges birds in our area face. You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for birds and tools to do the Great Backyard Bird Count at your home, making a difference not only for your local birds but also the global birding community.
This program is free, open to the public, and pre registration is requested. All children must be accompanied by a responsible grown up.
Contact: Lauren Asquith lasquith@warrencountyparks.com
When: February 13 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: MECC (K-2), ME (3-4), MI (5-6), MMS (7-8)
The Grizzly Golf and Social Lodge
What: Putting and Chipping Clinic at the Grizzly: Students will have the opportunity to learn the basics of short game techniques at the Chip & Putt Clinic at the Grizzly Golf and Social Lodge, one of Mason’s wellness amenities. Whether you’re new to golf or looking to improve your skills, this hands-on clinic offers expert tips and fun practice focused on chipping and putting – key shots that lower scores and build confidence on the course. Participants are welcome to bring their own clubs however clubs can be provided complement of The Grizzly.
When: March 13
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Who: MMS (7-8), MHS (9-12)