Summer Camp YPO-JLU
A Full Day with a Beautiful Finish
We had another wonderful day at JLU-YPO Village Camps! We started our day early, heading straight to the river where campers were split into groups to tackle it in two separate and exciting ways. We had one group of rafters, who raced each other down the current, enjoying its sometimes lazy pace to take in the surrounding scenery and then paddled with all our might to avoid swifter, stickier situations. The other half went canyoning, where many faced their fears by jumping from high cliffs into natural pools below and problem solved as they navigated the sometimes complicated obstacles the river created. We then rejoined for a nice BBQ, where campers were able to relax, play volleyball, or try a slack line, while refuelling on energy for the next activity.
The adventure continued at the beloved ropes course. Campers were fitted into harnesses and the unleashed into the trees above. Groups naturally formed, as person after person pushed through the physical challenges of the course; but, with the instruction and encouragement of each other, campers were able to complete the varying, dynamic courses.
With the physical and often emotional demands of the tasks of today, we thought it best to have a debrief with a view-- no other than the Leysin-famous, Prafandaz! We climbed to this picturesque picnic area where campers could watch the sun set over the beautiful Lake Geneva. The changing colours and soft lighting made it perfect for the campers to get that instagram perfect shot, but also to sit and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of each other. Then it was back into groups, where many shared the challenges and accomplishments of the day, with thoughtful comments on how these activities related to leadership and life. We finished up this conversation just in time to watch the sun dip behind the mountains, leaving each camper time to see the vibrant hues of the sun no set, with the thought-provoking comments of their peers, still lingering in their minds. What a perfect way to close the day!
- Breakfast: American Style Breakfast, Assorted Ham and Cheeses, Yogurt, and Cereal
- Lunch: BBQ Chicken, Sausage, Vegan Sausage, Tofu/Vegetable Kebabs, Roasted Potatoes, and Salads
- Dinner: Chicken Curry, Creole Rice, Roasted Tomatoes, Cauliflower au Gratin, Salad Bar
- Subject to change. Vegetarian options always available.
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Latest photos from YPO-JLU
- BBQ in Chateau d'Oex
- Rafting or Canyoning
- Ropes Course
- Campfire at Profandaz