Posts Categorised by 'Green Group'
Swiss Day for the Greens!
3rd August 2018
In the year 1291, three cantons signed a charter of peace, creating the core of what would later become Switzerland, and today it is celebrated with traditional music, food, and lots of good energy.
The Green Group, similarly, also had what can be named a ‘traditional’ Camp Suisse day. They started with a good breakfast – they needed it to recover from the excursion all the way to Lac Tanney on Monday, followed by some strong swimming in Lake Geneva on Tuesday.
With some exceptional sunshine and fresh air, the morning continued with the discovery of new bushcraft survival skills. The campers were introduced not only to simple map reading, but also to the correct use of compasses, how to measure distances, and being able to locate trails. This was followed by making shelters and beds using almost entirely material found in the woods. The campers are now fully equipped with survival skills.
Lunch was followed by the first English, French, German, and Spanish lessons for the Green Group. Assigned to their classes, and with their new notebooks, the campers started to converse and learn in their chosen target languages.
After the lessons, the campers went down to Torgon square to see for themselves how the Swiss celebrate their national holiday, and they weren’t disappointed, as they returned with Swiss flags painted all over their faces. Unfortunately there was also a traditional Camp Suisse thunderstorm looming over the centre, forcing the campers to have their evening activity inside. It was also a good opportunity to chill after the very active last days.
Bart von Malssen, Group Leader
Mountain Adventure for the Greens!
23rd July 2018
Sunday started with an 8am breakfast and two hours of languages for all greens and yellows, they are really coming on! We then had a brilliant 90 minutes on the climbing wall improving our footwork and coordination. A delicious lunch followed, packed with hot dogs, salads, baked potatoes, panini’s and more!
After lunch we got packed up for our mountain adventure day and set off up the hill and into the forest. Campers experienced life in the wilderness as they constructed shelters, filtered water and made fire ?. It was an amazing afternoon and we were blessed with glorious weather too! We ventured back down to camp for shower hour then were treated to a delicious meal at our local restaurant ‘Les Caprins’. We gorged on pizza and some bought delicious ice cream for dessert. After dinner we chilled and played games in the restaurant before returning to the centre- what a day!
Jack, Group Leader
Green Group visit the Aqua Parc!
22nd July 2018
Adrenalina, risas y emoción han caracterizado la jornada de hoy. Los campistas han podido dormir una hora más de lo habitual, por lo que han empezado el día llenos de energía. Además, Green Group ha tenido la suerte de ir al parque acuático donde han podido divertirse al máximo. El barco pirata, la piscina de olas y los trepidantes toboganes han sido algunas de las atracciones de las que han podido disfrutar.
Una vez de vuelta en el campamento han tenido tiempo para descansar y cenar tranquilamente. La actividad de la tarde les ha permitido demostrar sus habilidades en el casino. ¿Volverán a casa con más dinero?
Francesca, Líder de grupo
Adrenaline, laughter and emotion have characterized the day today. Campers have been able to sleep an hour longer than usual, so they have started the day full of energy. In addition, Green Group has had the good fortune to go to the water park where they could have fun to the fullest. The pirate ship, the wave pool and the thrilling slides have been some of the attractions that have been enjoyed.
Once back in the camp they have had time to rest and have dinner quietly. The activity of the afternoon has allowed them to demonstrate their skills in the casino. Will they return home with more money?
Francesca, Group Leader
Green Group : chocolate y el queso !
20th July 2018
El chocolate y el queso han sido los protagonistas de la jornada de hoy. Green Group ha podido disfrutar de una mañana en la fábrica de chocolate Cailler. El tour les ha permitido conocer la historia y el proceso de producción de este dulce suizo y también han tenido la oportunidad de degustar los diferentes tipos de bombones que se venden. Justo después de comer se han dirigido a Gruyere, la famosa ciudad conocida por su queso. Los campistas han tenido tiempo libre para visitar las diferentes atracciones que alberga, pasear tranquilamente y comprar recuerdos en las tiendas. Además, a lo largo del día han tenido que contestar a unas encuestas para sus clases de idiomas. El día ha finalizado con una deliciosa barbacoa y unos juegos en el campo de fútbol.
Francesca, Lider de Grupo
Chocolate and cheese have been the protagonists of the day today. The Green Group was able to enjoy a morning at the Cailler chocolate factory. The tour has allowed to know the history and the process of production of this sweet and also have had the opportunity to taste the different types of chocolate that are sold. Right after lunch they went to Gruyere, the famous town known for its cheese. The campers had free time to visit the different attractions that it houses, have a wonder around and buy souvenirs in stores. In addition, throughout the day they had to answer a survey for their language classes. The day ended with a delicious barbecue and some games on the football field.
Banana Boating for the Greens & Yellows
We started our journey today with some world class education from our camp language teachers, recapping on our quiz from the chocolate factory. Following this, we set off down the hill to Villeneuve to go banana boating, diving and sunbathing by the picturesque Lac Leman (Lake Geneva).
After an outrageous amount of fun, we came back up the road to a plateful of fandabbytastic fajitas for dinner! We then had the challenge of creating compelling 3 minute videos to show the rest of the group before a well earned trip to bed.
Jack, Group Leader
Greens & Yellows go to the Glacier!
19th July 2018
What a tiring and exciting day the Greens and Yellows have had! We set off at 7am and ventured to Gstaadt where we jumped in a couple of cable cars which took us up to Glacier 3000. It was slightly foggy but that didn’t dampen our spirits as we rode sleds pulled by husky dogs and the alpine rollercoaster!
We had some lunch and headed down the mountain to warm up our fingers and toes. We travelled back to camp before walking up to the football pitch to take part in a massive extreme golf competition. We had fairly worked up an appetite by the time dinner came around, which was an outstanding meal consisting of chimmichurri pork and all the trimmings!
Finally, campers took a vote and watched a movie whilst sipping on a hot chocolate- the perfect end to a long day!
Jack, Group Leader
Green Group: Last Day!
13th July 2018
Today was the end of session 1, which means the last day at camp for most of our greens. In the morning, they had languages and some free time to pack all their items. A delicious hot lunch was followed by a treasure hunt around the forest and football pitch, which ended with a garden party before a shower hour in which they got ready for the amazing PROM NIGHT!!!! Delicious meals were served by the kitchen staff and they continued dancing through the night… time to say goodbye to campers and celebrate the friendship that were made during these 2 weeks. Until next time! 🙂
Carolina, Group Leader
The Olympic Flame comes to Camp Suisse
9th July 2018
This morning the entire camp was treated to a well deserved lie in, followed by a Nutella filled breakfast for reds and blues. Room inspections then began after the campers had made sure their bedrooms were perfect and clean for another week at camp.
Once the rooms were perfect and lunch was finished, exciting times laid ahead as Olympic day began.
Campers were sorted into different countries with members from red group up to yellow group. Campers got to put on face paint, make up chants and design a flag for their respective countries. The Olympic ceremony began with the lighting of the Olympic torch while each team descended to their national anthem. Campers then all headed to the football pitch where they competed in fun games such as an egg and spoon race, tug of war and frisbee golf. After touch competition, Brazil were crowned the Olympic gold medalists, closely followed by Japan and Egypt, with Maria Sofia and Adam G from green group winning prizes! The Olympics was followed by an impromptu water fight and then shower hour. Evening entertainment was an elective, with green group choosing to relax and do yoga, dance with a Zumba class and play more sports. Overall a great day!
The Group Leader Team
Football Frenzy for the Greens!
7th July 2018
Today the weather was not very friendly so our greens had a relaxing day with all activities taking place inside the camp building. After breakfast they did some team building games and got to try the climbing wall. Time went by so fast and it was then lunch time, followed by language lessons and elective activities such as watching the World Cup (France vs Uruguay), art jamming and hockey!
For dinner they had fish and chips and tartiflette and the night event was movie night. Such a relaxing day for the greens!
Carolina, Group Leader
Green Group go to the Aqua Parc!
6th July 2018
It was a rainy morning at Camp Suisse with whole mountain engulfed in a cloud. After a sleepy breakfast green group went to their language classes and played fun language games. Afterwards green group hopped onto the coach to head down to Aqua Parc. At Aqua Parc campers spent the afternoon jumping into the various swimming pools and of course testing out all the amazing water slides! Green group then headed back to camp for shower hour and dinner. Evening entertainment was A glitzy casino night where green and yellow group placed their bets to win Camp Suisse prizes. Congrats to Avery, who won the most chips last night!
Sophie, Group Leader
