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TRIP UPDATES - Week 2
TRIP UPDATES - Week 2
27th January - 17.53, the group are just leaving Watford Gap services, currently on track for a 8pm arrival back at SCWA.
27th January - 13.00, after a long (and cold) week students and staff have set off on the journey back to the Academy. The anticipated time of arrival is 8pm, however, I will publish updates here if this changes.
26th January - 09.49, students and staff have enjoyed engaging in a range of activities including overnight expeditions, Jacob's Ladder, trapeze, scrambling, challenge wall, power boating and team building activities. A very busy first couple of days with plenty more to come before the return journey on Friday afternoon!
24th January - 07.30, students and staff are waking up and preparing themselves for their first full day of activities. Apologies for the issue which delayed the last update regarding arrival confirmation, this has now been resolved.
23rd January - 14.05, after a long journey all students and staff have arrived and are now settling into the Aberdovey centre.
23rd January - 07.05, after a slight technical issue with the luggage hold hatch sensor student and staff have now departed on the coach to Wales. Key updates during the trip will be posted here on the Year 8 residential section of the SCWA Outdoors website.
TRIP UPDATES - Week 1
TRIP UPDATES - Week 1
20th January - 20.08, all students (and staff) have arrived back safely, Definitely more tired than when they left but with amazing knowledge, stories and experiences. Having pushed themselves further than they thought was possible, often it is the most challenging experiences that are the most rewarding in the long run. I want to congratulate all students on a fantastic week and once again pay tribute to an amazing group of staff, without whom none of this would be possible.
20th January - 17.30, the group are just leaving Chorley services, currently on track for a 8pm arrival back at SCWA.
20th January - 13.30, after a long (and cold) week students and staff have set off on the journey back to the Academy. The anticipated time of arrival is 8pm, however, I will publish updates here if this changes.
17th January - Massive thanks to this group of amazing staff who are enabling our year 8 students to have a fantastic experience in Wales. Lots of amazing activities including overnight expeditions, Jacob's Ladder, trapeze, scrambling, challenge wall, power boating and team building activities. A very busy first full day with plenty more to come!
16th January - 14:39, after a long journey all students and staff have arrived and are now settling into the Aberdovey centre.
15th January - We are excited and looking forward to the first week trip meeting at 6am on Monday 16th January. Key updates during the trip will be posted here on the Year 8 residential section of the SCWA Outdoors website.
VID-20230119-WA0000.mp4Message from Rhodri
"We've loved having Stationers' here at Outward Bound in Aberdovey. They've shown great team spirit and worked well with all of our instructors. We look forward to welcoming and working with the groups coming here next week."
Year 8 - Residential Trip
Year 8 - Residential Trip
In module 3 year 8 students will have the opportunity to engage in an Outdoor Education trip to the Outward Bound Centre in Aberdovey, Wales, LL35 0RA.
The experience will be a fantastic opportunity for pupils to engage in a wide range of activities that can include; canoeing, sea kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, camping and many more. Such a wide range of events means that we are able to be flexible with the timetable and select activities that are weather, challenge and ability appropriate. This will be an avenue for pupils to not only have new experiences but also to challenge themselves and develop important life skills.
Throughout the week students will work in groups of 12, participating in a wide range of adventurous activities led by highly experienced leaders including an overnight expedition which is a great introduction for anyone considering participating in the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award in year 9.
For 2022/23 the trip will be on the weeks of 16 January and 23 January, both of these trips are currently at capacity, however, for further information or to be added to the waiting list please contact Mr Spark (joe.spark@scwa.org.uk).
Further Information
Further Information
Further information about Outward Bound and the Aberdovey Centre, food, accomodation, activities and more can be found below.
Sample-Programme-5-Days.pdfDue to the tailored nature of the courses, the programme is decided on the day to allow best use of weather, and maximum focus on the needs of the group. This sample programme provides a good idea of what your course might look like.
Useful Documents and Information
Useful Documents and Information
In advance of the trip you will need to complete a Participant Information Form. The Participant Information Form provides Outward Bound with the information they need to ensure that all participants are fit to take part, as well as support us to understand their individual needs and identify things like dietary requirements. By completing this form you are sharing this information directly with Outward Bound. Support on the completion of this form can be found here. If the form is not complete by the deadline then a student will be unable to attend the trip.
Below you will find copies of useful documents and information that you will need in advance of the trip.
Kit list - this provides guidance as to what equipment will be required, students will NOT need to bring a sleeping bag/duvet as bedding will be provided by the centre.
OB Checklist-for-Students.pdfPage updated
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