Camp Journal
Session 3 – Day Five – Green Group
29th July 2016
We started our day with a delicious breakfast and got ready to hike to the stunning Lake Taney. We took a minibus to the bottom of the mountain and started the long hike to the top of the mountain. On the way we saw some amazing views. We had a brief lunch break and then reached the lake at 2 pm. It was absolutely stunning and well worth the hike. Green Group went swimming and chilled by the lake.
We left the lake at 5 pm and made it back to camp for a late dinner at 7:30. For dessert we had ice-cream and cookies which went down very well!
Overall a fantastic bed and safe to say everyone is looking forward to their beds!
Session 3 – Day Five – Blue Group
Today was another fun day for Blue Group at Banana Boating. After a very good breakfast everyone jumped on the bus ready for the day. Once at Lake Geneva, campers jumped on the banana boat in groups and everyone fell of into the water at least once. When we finished banana boating we continued the fun playing in the lake, swimming pool and the inflatable slides.
Blue Group returned to Camp Suisse at 5;30 pm in time for shower hour followed by a delicious dinner. After dinner we spent the rest of the evening taking part in ‘Torgona Hunt’ in which they were required to explore the village of Torgon to find the correct answers to some questions about Torgon and Camp Suisse.
Another fantastic day at camp.
Banana Boating Fun!
Enjoying Beautiful Lake Geneva!
Session 3 – Day Four – Green Group
28th July 2016
The Green Group had a fantastic day at camp. After breakfast we headed to our afternoon activity of archery. We could see some future Katniss Everdeens in the making. We played a game where we stuck balloons on the target and tried to pop the balloon on the bulls-eye.
After archery Green Group had lunch. Then it was time for our second day of language classes . In class we worked on learning new vocabulary and building our confidence speaking our chosen languages.
Following language class was a delicious dinner of nachos, garlic bread and lasagna followed by waffles and ice-cream.
Another amazing day at Camp Suisse.
Archery in The Mountains!
Discovering Our Inner Robin Hood / Katniss Everdeen!
Session 3 – Day Four – Blue Group
Today the Blue Group started the day with a morning of languages. In their different classes they learnt new vocabulary and played games to emphasise the oral aspect of their chosen language.
After a hearty Camp Suisse lunch, we all set off to the football field for an afternoon of sports and games. We played rounders, capture the flag and football in the glorious sunshine.
We then headed back to camp for shower hour followed by a delicious dinner of lasagna. After an entertaining game of bingo it was time to head to bed. What a busy and varied day.
Sports In The Sun!
Playing Splat!
Session 3 – Day Four – Red Group
This morning Red Group started their day with their language lessons. The centre was filled with kids having fun in French, German, Spanish and English. After a lovely hot lunch at camp we headed off to the football pitch to play sports including rounders, football and capture the flag. After an afternoon of sports we headed back for a well earned dinner. During dinner we were treated to the spectacular sight of a double rainbow outside the window, it was beautiful! After dinner Red Group played splat and then bingo. Another great day at Camp Suisse.
Capture The Flag!
Sports With A View!
Session 3 – Day Three – Green Group
27th July 2016
The 5:30 am wake up was well worth it this morning, as Green Group got to spend a fantastic day at Glacier 3000! To reach the 3000m summit, our campers took two gondolas and a ski lift… Once up at the top, our campers spent some time on the glacier, enjoying the snow, husky dog sledding, an alpine rollercoaster, and sledging down the snowy hill. Our campers finished off the excursion with a walk along the Sky Bridge, to reach the peak and enjoy some impressive views.
After a sleepy bus ride back to camp, our campers were given the choice of several activities: they could play sports, do some arts and crafts, or have some chill time with friends. Our campers split into groups according to their chosen activity, with some relaxing, others getting creative with paint and glitter, and some getting active with some football matches.
Following such a jam-packed day, a relaxed evening was just what our campers needed… Our campers spent the evening watching a film with a cup of tasty, Swiss hot chocolate. What a great end to a great day!
The alpine rollercoaster was so much fun!
We loved getting to play with the dogs!
Session 3 – Day Three – Blue Group
Today was a fantastic day for Blue Group: it was time to go to Glacier 3000! After a very early breakfast at 6:15 am, our campers jumped on the bus, ready for an exciting day!
Our campers arrived at Glacier 3000 at 9:00 am, at which point our campers took two cable cars to get to the top of the glacier, at 3000 metres above sea level! Our campers played with the snow, went husky dog sledding, and even got to go on the world’s highest rollercoaster! The glacier excursion finished with a walk along the Sky Bridge.
Once back at Camp Suisse, our campers got to choose their afternoon activity. They could either do some arts and crafts, take part in some sporty activities, or chill out with friends. It was a nice, relaxed afternoon after such an early start!
Our campers indulged in a delicious chicken curry for dinner, and then Blue Group campers spent the evening watching a movie and enjoying a delicious, and well-deserved, Swiss hot chocolate.
All in all, it was an amazing day!
Sunglasses necessary on such a beautiful day!
The dog sledding was a hit with our campers!
Session 3 – Day Three – Red Group
Red Group woke up at 5:30 am to get the best possible experience from their trip to Glacier 3000! After taking two gondolas and a ski lift, our campers arrived and were treated to a trip on the dog sleds, a roller coaster ride in the snow, some sledging, and a walk across a suspension bridge to the peak.
Once back at camp, Red Group campers got to choose between sports, arts and crafts, or chilling out with friends. Fun was had by all!
To finish off an amazing day, Red Group spent the evening watching a film with cup of tasty hot chocolate!
Sledging was great fun!
Dog sledding was a definite highlight of the day!
Session 3 – Day Two – Green Group
26th July 2016
After a glorious first day in the Swiss Alps, Green Group were excited for the next day of activities. After their nutritious and delicious breakfast Green Group were of to Plan de Croix for some mountain biking. At mountain biking they covered some very bumpy trails and also played games including slow race and follow the leader.
After mountain biking, Green Group had lunch at camp before taking part in language lessons. In class they did icebreakers and introductions in the language they were learning.
For evening entertainment the Green Groups knowledge was tested in a quiz extravaganza.
Another awesome day at camp.
Getting Ready To Race!
Follow The Leader!
Session 3 – Day Two – Blue Group
After a nutritious and delicious breakfast, Red and Blue Group had their first language lessons. Campers were divided into groups according to the languages they have chosen to learn and to their level. During the classes everyone took part in introducing activities and icebreakers games in order to get to know each other better but using a foreign language.
The afternoon for Red and Blue Group was dedicated to Mountain Adventure. During this time the campers were taught different techniques and skills to survive in the woods. For example they learnt how to make a fire, how to cook when camping and how to set up a hammock. All the campers had a great time and loved this mini adventure in the woods.
After a delicious dinner of beef burritos the campers were ready for evening activity which was evening sports on the football pitch.
We all had such a fantastic day and are looking forward to going to the glacier!
Learning To Build A Fire!
Adventure In The Woods!
Outdoor Cooking!
