Posts Categorised by 'Yellow Group'
Scrambled yellows
4th August 2013
After Saturday’s chilled day, our campers were refreshed and raring to go. The day started off by our campers getting their bear grylls skills up to scratch during orienteering. This proved to be an afternoon that put their map reading skills to the test, and taught them how to use a compass.
The second half of the afternoon what ghyll scrambling!!! The campers were really excited about the prospect of drenching their group leader whilst walking up the river… The Yellows overcame several obstacles whilst scrambling up the river, stumbling and splashing as they go. Bido in particular enjoyed this activity as he used the opportunity to splash and launch soggy moss at staff and fellow campers. A fun afternoon of silliness and splashing for our Yellow group!
Saturday – all colours
3rd August 2013
An unusual day awaited our campers, mixed with a sense of bitterness as some very early goodbyes had to be made for those campers leaving us after this first week. While numbers might have reduced, the daily routine still remained largely untouched. A post-breakfast tidying of rooms was in order, followed by sports and languages as usual. The afternoon was spent in a rather chilled-out fashion with all of the campers being led to the football pitch via a rather more scenic route than usual so as to allow the campers to wath various stages of ‘Torgonabike’ which had been taking place all weekend. Upon arrival at the football pitch, still surrounded by the mountain bike tracks and competitors, the campers were left with the option to get involved with frisbee, football, or rounders. A brief dash of rain did not dampen any spirits as the campers enjoyed a chance to let their hair down on a less activity-driven afternoon. Shower hour and dinner ensued as always, before the Reds and Blues set about expressing their creative sides in ‘Arts & Crafts’ during their evening activities, while the Greens and Yellows split themselves between indoor football and the belting tunes of the hip hop dance lesson being hosted by Head of Colour, Tiff.
Mission Day for all colours
2nd August 2013
Big day at Camp Suisse as the campers and staff alike prepared for the treacherous and challenging missions ahead. Having been split into teams of all ages, strengths and characters, everyone headed out to the four different stations. We had vertical infiltration (climbing), vehicle mobility training (mountain biking) target practice (archery) and survival skills. At each station a new challenge lay ahead of our cadets and many obstacles were overcome.
After a great effort from every soldier and some amazing team work and spirit, it was team Echo who took the top prize and gained the most points across the very competitive board for their brilliant skills and hard work!
Photos to come!
Yellows take the hike way
1st August 2013
Yellow
The usual morning combo of sports and languages awaited the Yellows on another glorious day in Torgon. After another slap up lunch it was time to take on the ever challenging ‘bush craft hike’. The ascent was steep and perilous but the Yellows scaled it with ease, leaving no man behind. After learning how to filter water with moss, how volcanoes are made and what ‘Aplage’ is the Yellows moved on to learn some life skills. They did this by assembling hammocks and shelters followed by an impromptu game of ‘40/40 Home’ broke out. Once they descended back to camp for ’shower hour,’ as it was Swiss Day the dinner was Raclette and Eton mess. Evening entertainment was the infamous Dracula Hunt and thankfully he was destroyed. Tomorrow is Mission Day for all the groups.. This shall be exciting!!
Greens and Yellows take the husky way out
30th July 2013
Today Yellow and Green campers were raring to go for a visit to the Glacier 3000 despite a 5:30am wake up. Early in the morning it looked set to be a grey day, however upon the arrival of the campers the sun soon made an appearance. The campers’ excitement was matched by the huskies that were very bouncy and lively when being greeted by our campers. The day started by the campers being pulled along by the huskies on the sled, followed by a trip down the mountain side on the Alpine Roller Coaster. All the excitement from being thrown side to side on the sled and the roller coaster wasn’t enough for our Yellow and Green’s. A trip to Glacier 3000 was followed by a visit to lake Geneva where the campers were giving Tom Daley a run for his money with their dives from the seven metre diving board, or in Bido’s case ‘run and bombing it in from the diving board.’ A super-duper day for all involved!!
Session 3 Arrivals day
27th July 2013
We are all happy to welcome the new campers for session 3!
We are ready… Are you???
Yellow and Whites camping!
24th July 2013
As session two comes to a close, the Yellow and White group headed off to Torgon Ski Club lodge where the camping (glamping) trip got underway. The group left base in the afternoon ready to tackle a 3-4 hour hike up the mountain. Upon arrival, everyone settled in and then walked to the Swiss/French border overlooking the French town Chatel. The views from the border were nothing but stunning! Sausages and burgers were then served prior to roasting marshmallows in front of a camp fire. Camp fire fun and games began with a Camp Suisse talent show as all campers put on a fine display of creative acts and performances. A short yet comical impressionist show was also given by staff as they imitated their group members. However, campers then got their own back as it was their turn to imitate the staff- a hilarious end to a great night!
Yellows hit a rock
23rd July 2013
The Yellow group began the day with a fun filled morning, shooting hoops and smashing balls in the glorious sunshine, along with language classes. The active start to the day continued, as the campers were in for an afternoon of practie: to be as great as Tarzan with his amazing climbing skills, taking on Collombey Rock Face. The campers were stuck in straight away, Matt making it to the top at speed. The enthusiasm and positive attitude of the campers was clear to see, as campers like Morgan and Luca who are not a fan of heights still gave it a go, and made it to the top – yippeeeee!
To end the day Yellow group were in for an evening of playing detective, trying to find Dracula, faced with scary obstacles and tasks along the way. An enjoyable day for the yellow campers. Great effort. Wooooo – Team Yellow!
White and Yellows test their limits
22nd July 2013
Today the White and Yellow groups had an amazing time off the mountain at Parc Aventure. The two groups joined together to have fun swinging from the tree tops on the various ropes courses. After everyone was briefed and kitted out with the harnesses, the groups rushed off excitedly to try out the “easier” yellow and green routes. The braver and more advanced tackled the harder blue and red routes. Kenji and Harry were like little monkeys scampering through the branches and Jordan was giving everyone some hints and tips as they went around, being a great mentor to anyone in difficulty. Although there were some minor mishaps everyone bravely tested their limits and overcame their fear of heights. Even Kai the night guard was giving it a go who is petrified of heights. The highlight of the day seemed to be the 250m long zip wire. Everyone was flying across it and rushing back to do it again. Parc Aventure was a real hit with the Whites and Yellows.
OLYMPICS DAY!
21st July 2013
The sun shone down on camp this Sunday making it a lovely day for the annual session 2 Camp Suisse Olympics. All the campers were split into teams after lunch with a country allocated to each team.Then, in camp Olympic tradition, it was time to paint flags on faces and banners (some flags such as Brazil and Kenya gave some countries more of an artistic challenge) and made up some war chants for each country as they prepared to compete. Then it was off to the football field for a variety of games from where campers would be able to demonstrate their skill, speed and strength such as 3 legged race, sack race and the bean bag toss. Some officials debated as signs of possible cheating were shown in the egg and spoon race but in sporting spirit the teams were only penalised their points rather than excluded. After the games it was onto everyone’s favourite… the chant off!! This involves each country demonstrating their own personalised Olympic chant with renditions of ‘Call Me Maybe’ from team Japan and the Lion King from team Kenya. However, the winners of the day with the most enthusiasm for each activity and their team country was….. AUSTRAILIA!!! The worthy winners were announced during dinner with Ireland and USA taking second and third. After dinner it was time for the language talent show where campers demonstrated songs, dances and plays for the rest of the camp. The most entertaining award of the night was given to Bart and his group.
