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An exhilarating programme in
an idyllic setting on the banks of the Ardèche River in southern
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| WHERE |
Our programmes in France take place
in the purpose-built VILLAGE CAMPS riverside activity centre near Vallon
Pont d’Arc. Four hours from
Geneva and about sixty minutes from the Mediterranean, the campsite
is situated on the western edge of the Ardèche Gorge Natural Park.
This park is a magnificent haven of outstanding natural beauty. |
| ACCOMMODATION |
Campers sleep in large all-weather tents with spring beds, mattresses,
table, chairs and ground cover. This is comfortable roughing-it. Each
camper is assigned to a tent according to age and gender and an experienced
counsellor is responsible for taking special care of campers in each tent. |
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A central building houses the classrooms and dining room as well as
modern toilet and shower facilities. VILLAGE CAMPS staff produce superb
meals and can cater to most special diets
The programme accepts only 45 campers and fills up quickly, so early
booking is advised. |
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SURROUNDING FACILITIES |
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At our doorstep are mountain bike trails,
rock climbing areas and hiking trails, not to mention the exciting
Ardèche river which borders our site. Not far away, in Vallon, there are
cafes, historic caves to be explored and a night market with traditional Southern
France shopping for off-campus visits as time permits. |
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CAMP ORGANISATION |
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A fully-supervised activity
programme is organised for each age group. The varied schedule includes
several periods
where all campers have their choice from a selection of activities available
in the Ardèche.
Campers in both the French Language Camp and the River Experience Camp will receive comprehensive instruction in canoeing
in preparation for the highlight of the camps – the
two-day, 30 km descent of the Ardèche River in Canadian
canoes and bivouacking at a designated area under the stars.
All campers will also enjoy an unforgettable canyoning
experience under the close supervision of local guides. |
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EVENING PROGRAMMES |
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Evenings are filled with exciting
and imaginative games, spectacular events and relaxing activities. These
include discos, indoor Olympics, team-building
challenges and plenty of games geared to age levels, with village outings
and much, much more. |
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EXCURSIONS |
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Several excursions are
planned with the actual number to take place depending upon the weather
and desires of campers. Following is a list of some
of the choices which are traditionally increased each summer according
to camper wishes.
Typical excursion choices include:
 Aqualand – the well-known water park at Cap d’Agde
Montélimar nougat factory
Medieval Chateau
Vallon Pont d’Arc on market day
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ACTIVITIES |
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| The activities available
to the French programmes include: |
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Abseiling |
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Arts and crafts |
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Beach volleyball |
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Banana boat |
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Basketball |
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Counsellor hunt |
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Canoeing |
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Canyoning |
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Caving |
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Gorge walk |
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Kayaking |
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Mountain biking |
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Rock climbing |
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Ropes course |
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Football (Soccer) |
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Swimming |
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Table tennis |
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Trekking |
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See the 2008
Dates and Prices and Travel
Information Sheet. |
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