<p>I am helping to coordinate the feeding and housing of a middle school group of about 50 attending the Science Olympiad at UCF in Orlando next week. I’ve never been to UCF, so I’m going in a bit blind. </p>
<p>Because the opening ceremonies start early, the students won’t be able to eat dinner until much later, so I’ve been tasked with providing a snack and a location where everyone can meet before entering the UCF arena at about 5:00. I’ve had no luck booking a meeting room at any nearby hotel, and a restaurant would take too long, so at this point, I’m wondering if the best thing may be to find a grassy spot outside and carry in and out our snack and trash. On the map, I noticed there is a grassy area called Memory Mall directly across the street from the area. Does anyone know if this would be a good location? I’m worried that it will be very hot in the blazing sun - don’t see many trees on google maps. I’m also worried about what we would do if it rains. </p>
<p>Any and all advice or help is greatly appreciated!</p>