2014
Rutherford Ski Camp
Agenda Focus Teachers attending Dates of camp Accommodation Location of camp and surrounding
activities Gear list Overview of the weekly programme Questions Rutherford building development update Parent helpers to stay on for paperwork
Focus Ski Camp 2014 is about developing
independence, trying new experiences, being away from home, sharing space with others, getting over the pain barrier and having fun.
Learning to develop their own inner strength.
Teachers Teachers on camp Year 5 – Mike P, Tracy, Sarah W Year 6 - Kate, Jo (Sharyn as a parent) Programme at school will as per normal
Dates of CampYear 5 - 18th-22nd August
(Week 5, Term 3)
Year 6- 25th-29th August(Week 6, Term 3)
Mangatepopo Camp
Mangatepopo Camp
Boys GirlsLounge and Drying Room
Kitchen
Cottage (sleeps 10)
Mangatepopo to Cambridge
Mangatepopo to Visitors centre
Mangatepopo to Army Museum
Mangatepopo to Turangi
Mangatepopo to Ohakune
DISCOVER PACKAGE “If you've never skied or snowboarded
before this is the package for you! It includes: Beginners' area lift pass at Whakapapa. Full day hire of skis, boots and poles or snowboard and boots. 1 hr 50 min Discover ski or snowboard group lesson.”
Gear Gear list Footwear Ski wear Outer wear Hire gear
Check√ Personal Gear Check
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Ski Gear
Warm winter Jacket
The note: All outerwear needs to be waterproof.
Polar fleece/hoodie (2)
Long-sleeved T-Shirts (4)
Waterproof jacketTo hire: $11
Gloves, Hat, Scarves Waterproof pantsTo hire: $11
Track pants (at least 3)(Jeans are not suitable for on the mountain)
Thermal underwear Top & Pants
T-Shirts (optional) (2)
Woollen Jersey or Polar Fleece
Underwear (5)
Warm hat (Woollen or Polar fleece)
Socks (5 pair)Warm winter socks
Sunglasses (0r Goggles)Essential on the mountain
PJs & slippers or inside shoes Gloves – waterproof
Sneakers/Hiking /Walking shoesMust have grip, smooth sole or skate shoes are not good for walking on snow
Sunscreen/Lip Protection
Toilet bag(toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, face cloth, soap, deodorant)
Small backpack (if possible)
Towels (3)
Cooking/Food Gear
Sleeping bag & blanket (if sleeping bag is not warm enough) Food (lunch for first day) in a lunch box – essential
Pillow Drink Bottle – essential
Any Medication (named and handed into teacher on Monday of camp)
Tea Towels x 3
Plastic bags for dirty washing
Cup or mug
Swimming gear (Togs & towel)
Pegs (5 – 6) coat hanger (2)
Torch
Optional
Board Games
Cards
Camp Overview
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Travel to ski
lodge. Track walk Volcanic
visitors centre
Skiing Whakapapa or Turoa
Hot pools
Skiing Whakapapa or Turoa
Waiouru Army Museum
Hot Pools
Travel home
Camp Overview- If not skiing
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Travel to ski
lodge. Track walk Volcanic
visitors centre
Amazing race in Ohakune
Tongariro River Loop Track Walk
Hot pools
Spilt in to 2 groups, one group at Turangi Swimmming complex, one group at vertical rock climbing. Then switch
Waiouru Army Museum
Trout Sanctuary
Travel home
Questions
Parent Helpers
Purpose of camp Transport - Programme – responsibilities (ratio) Changes in programme Camp – Skiing – Army Museum responsibility Medical and safety Code of conduct Staff/volunteer competence
forms to hand out/