Spring Camp - Final Details

14th May 2008


Dear Parents,

Ennerdale Spring Camp May 23rd –May 26th 2008

With the Spring Camp now little over a week away here are some of the final details.

Departure: We will leave from Strand Road at 6.15pm. Please make sure you arrive on time. We will return at around 4.00pm on Monday.

Equipment: A general kit list can be found on the website. Please make sure that you pack enough socks! We will be walking on one of the days so either boots or solid trainers are needed. Wellies are always a good idea too. We will also be “messing about in the river” on one of the days so make sure that you have some clothes that you don’t mind getting wet.

You will need a sleeping bag.

Can you please complete a medical form (available on the website) and make sure that you return it next week (May 20th.)

Over the weekend we will be working towards the following badges: Chef, Adventure, Map Reader, Navigator, Hikes Away, Nights Away, Outdoor Challenge, Outdoor Challenge Plus.

Friday – Arrive, familiarise with the site, wide games.

Saturday – Hike around Ennerdale and Cooking lesson. *

Sunday – Water activities, Kite Building, *

Monday - Tracking games, basic cartography, depart. *

Please can your child bring a tray bake or similar with them on the Friday evening that we can share for snacks. Three tea-towels are also an essential (one per day).
A small rucksack and drinks bottle will also be required.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Yours sincerely,

David Hodgkiss (Akela)

* Timing of activities may change according to the weather over the three days.