Dear Gramee,
Please don't get mad! Ranga, Paht and the other teachers needed someone to travel east and find clues about the crystal, so I volunteered. It's kind of a secret so don't tell anyone, specially the kids!
I have all my gear and Rock lent me a sleeping bag. He also gave me a crash course about the forest so I know what to expect.
I promise I'll be extra careful and will be back before you know it!
Remee will come and help you in the meantime I think.
Love ,
Lumee