Camp Journal
Session 4 – Day Three and Four – Red Group
11th August 2016
Red Group started the day with language classes, where they demonstrated the progress that they had made.
After a fantastic hot lunch, our campers prepared for their two hour hike up to the Alpine Refuge Centre. They beat the rain and played games and feasted on a barbecue dinner, before settling in front of a log fire to warm up!
The excitement of sleeping in a new place meant that Red Group were full of energy on Wednesday morning, ready for their hike back down to camp.
Our campers took a much-needed shower, and then proceeded to spend the afternoon making fires, building hammocks and shelters, and filtering water.
After dinner, Red Group had a well-deserved relaxing evening playing bingo!
Learning some survival skills!
Session 4 – Day Two – Yellow Group
9th August 2016
It was an early start for the campers this morning and our campers were awake early enough to see the beautiful sunrise over the mountains!
Our campers ate breakfast with blurry eyes, before lathering on suncream and jumping on the bus to… Glacier 3000!
To get to the glacier, they rode two cable cars and a chairlift! Once they had arrived, our campers found husky dogs were waiting for them to give them a sled ride. Our campers then rode back up on the chairlift to ride the highest alpine roller-coaster in the world.
After lunch, and a trip to the viewing point, they hopped back on the bus to Villeneuve. Once at Villeneuve, our campers got to play on the diving boards, swim in the pool, play ping pong or just relax in the sun.
After a great afternoon, it was time to head back to camp for Shower Hour and dinner, followed by hot chocolate and a film to round off the evening. What an exciting day!
Our campers got to meet the husky dogs!
Spending some quality time on Lake Geneva!
Session 4 – Day Two – Green Group
The Green Group had quite an early start to the day as they prepared to depart for the stunning Les Diablerets Glacier. Breakfast was served at 6.15 am to a lot of sleepy campers!
Luckily, the sun was shining, with not a cloud in sight. The campers enjoyed an amazing view of the surrounding mountains at 3000 m. The campers got to play in the snow, and they even got to go husky dog sledding! Afterwards, they were given the opportunity to play with (and take photos with) the dogs!
Our campers then made their way back to the bus, to head out for a relaxing and fun time swimming in the pool at Villeneuve, which lies on Geneva Lake. Green Group had a fantastic time there, using the diving boards and basking in the beautiful summer sunshine.
In the evening, Green Group returned for a tasty dinner. The group then spent their evening watching a film with fine hot chocolate.
The views at Glacier 3000 are stunning!
The diving board at Lake Geneva was a hit!
Session 4 – Day Two – Blue Group
Today was one of the best days for Blue Group: it was the day of their trip to Glacier 3000, followed by a trip to the Villeneuve Swimming Pool.
After a very early breakfast, our campers jumped on the bus, ready to have a fantastic day! Once at the glacier, and after taking two cable cars, our campers enjoyed the husky dog sledding, and were even able to get a ride on the Alpine Roller-Coaster, the world’s highest roller-coaster. After a delicious packed lunch, our campers were shown the fantastic view from the top of the glacier on a walk along the Sky Bridge.
After taking in the stunning views, our campers then headed to the Villeneuve Swimming Pool, which is an outdoor swimming pool located on the beautiful Lake Geneva. Campers then spent the afternoon swimming in the pool and lake, relaxing in the sun and trying the diving boards.
After a delicious dinner, our campers then spent the rest of the evening watching a film and enjoying a well-deserved hot chocolate.
What an amazing day for Blue Group!
On a ski lift, climbing up to the glacier!
Back flips off the diving board in Villeneuve!
Session 4 – Day Two – Red Group
Today was a fabulous day for Red Group, despite the early wake up call at 5.45 am. Our campers visited Glacier 3000 and went sledding, husky dog sledding, and admired the beautiful panoramic views by walking along the suspension bridge.
After lunch, we headed back down the mountain to Villeneuve Swimming Pool to cool down in the lake and pool, and try the diving boards.
In the evening, our campers relaxed with a cup of hot chocolate and a film.
We loved sledding!
At Villeneuve Swimming Pool!
Session 4 – Day One – Green Group
8th August 2016
Green Group woke up in the gorgeous, sunny Alps, excited for their first full day in camp!
For their morning activity, Green Group did archery, and many Robin Hoods were discovered! Archery was followed by lunch at 12.30 pm in the centre, where paninis, sandwiches, jacket potatoes, hot dogs and salads were served!
After lunch, Green Group had language tests so that language teachers could place them in the the class that best matched their level of understanding.
In the evening, Green Group had Shepherds Pie for dinner, followed by sports outside for their evening entertainment! What a great day!
Our campers getting an archery tutorial.
Session 4 – Day One – Blue Group
Today was Blue Group’s first full at camp! They started the day with a delicious breakfast and group meetings with their fellow campers and group leaders. Then, the language tests and classes began, with campers being split into groups according to their levels. During the classes, the campers did some ice breaker activities and games.
Following a wonderful hot lunch, with hot dogs, sandwiches, paninis, jacket potatoes and salad, our campers headed off to the football pitch for an afternoon of archery. Our campers learned archery skills and played a range of games.
For dinner, our campers had cottage pie, followed by an ice cream sundae. After dinner, our campers played sports games on the football pitch to finish off a great first day here at camp!
Playing games in the sun!
Target practice in the sun!
Session 4 – Day One – Red Group
Today Red Group started the day off with a fantastic breakfast, which set them up perfectly for their language tests. Our campers had their first language lesson that morning, which went down very well.
After a delicious hot lunch, Red Group walked to the football pitch for their archery session. Everyone put in 100% effort and did so well!
After dinner, our campers spent the evening playing sports. What a great first day for Red Group!
Our campers getting an archery tutorial.
Bullseye!
Session 4 – Arrivals Day
7th August 2016
All of our campers arrived safely at camp, ready for a week of adventure, excitement, and fun!
Our campers got to know each other over dinner, before having our first group meeting to go over new information, and then playing some ice-breaker games.
Everyone is definitely looking forward to the week ahead; we can’t wait to see what it brings!
Session 3 – Day Twelve – Blue Group
5th August 2016
The sun shone this morning, promising a great start to Mission Day.
Our campers were all divided into three squadrons: Team Alpha, Team Bravo and Team Charlie. The squadrons then set off their squadron leaders to complete their various missions.
All squadrons participated in missions involving mountain biking, scavenger hunts, abseiling, rocking climbing, team building games, and finally, a rocket launch!
After a successful Mission Day, our campers were delighted to see the camp in a new light, with the centre being decorated for prom night.
Our campers had a formal dinner in the decorated restaurant, and campers received their various awards (of which they were all very proud), before the disco started.
Our campers all danced like superstars that evening. What a fantastic way to end camp!
Team work was a must on Mission Day!
All dressed up for the Camp Suisse Prom 2016!.
