Parents Info Meeting: Snow Camp 09 2
A few things before we start Fund Raising – Well Done! New Group Leader New Deputy Group Leader We need help! Group Secretary, Treasurer,
PRO, Grants Officer Communications, notes, email,
website www.1stcelbridge.net
Parents Info Meeting: Snow Camp 09 7
Snow Camp 2009
Where: Lech Valley, Austria How: Fly & Coach Organised by Jeka (dedicated Scout/Guide
travel firm) Own chalet Hire of Skis, boots, sticks, guide, lessons,
Return Airport coach transfer All food provisions for 3 meals a day
included. Catering staff to come in each day to
prepare and cook the meals Local representative service with 24 hour
back up.
Parents Info Meeting: Snow Camp 09 9
Flights
GOING OUT Thursday 12th Feb 2009 Dublin (DUB) to Karlsruhe-Baden (FKB) FR1915 Depart DUB at 12:55 and arrive FKB at 16:00
COMING BACK – Thursday 19th Feb 2009 Karlsruhe-Baden (FKB) to Dublin (DUB) FR1916 Depart FKB at 16:25 and arrive DUB at 17:35
Parents Info Meeting: Snow Camp 09 10
Going to Airport Meeting at Slip Hall 9:45am -
don’t be late! Uniform Check, bag check Leaving Slip Hall at 10:30am Mini-Bus to Airport/Departures Group check-in & straight to
security/Gate
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Check in Baggage
Check in one bag weighing a maximum of 15kgs
Scouts must be able to carry the bag themselves (not just wheels)
Try and come in short of 15kgs if possible.
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Carry-on Baggage
One carry-on bag (day bag back pack style) Max weight 10kgs Max size 55cm x 40cm x 20cm
Pack PJs, toothbrush/comb, set underwear/socks in Daybag
2 x packed lunches – don’t use tinfoil! 1 x empty water bottle Inhaler if needed Plastic bag (in case of travel sickness)
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Please pack… Ski-Jacket (winter coat will not do!)
Salopettes (ski trousers) Get ones w. an inner cuff, a zip in the lower leg, and braces.
Ski-gloves (ordinary gloves won’t do for skiing)
Warm hat (ensure it covers the ears)
Neck gaiter (no trailing scarves)
Ski socks (2/3 pairs) (not football socks or hiking socks)
Thermal or base layer – top & bottom (not cotton)
Fleece jumper (thin style to wear under jacket) (for comfort avoid elastic cuff)
Good quality Ski sunglasses or goggles (Sunglasses are often more comfortable for this age group, get a cord to hold them on)
Total block sun cream & stick for lips
Parents Info Meeting: Snow Camp 09 14
APRES-SKI/other stuff Selection of warm clothes to wear in the evening
(we don’t mind if they wear the same clothes more than once!)
Ordinary knitted gloves (can be worn under ski gloves or après-ski)
Boots (Hiking boots. Can wear boots when travelling to save space, be prepared to take them off at airport security!)
Warm Boot Socks, Underwear etc.,
Indoor slippers/flip flops
PJs, Wash bag/towel etc.
Sleeping bag liner (preferable) or single duvet cover
Pillow case
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Please don’t pack…. More than 15kgs in check in bag Electronic game items Extra money over the limit given Prescription or over the counter
medication (give to Leader) Hair straighteners/curlers etc., etc. Anything in day bag prohibited by
Airport security Mobile phones
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Airline prohibited items
No probhibited items in carry on bag
As a rule of thumb, no liquids, no sharp objects
More information on www.dublinairport.com
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Expected behaviour All Scouts are expected to behave well
and appropriately. Inappropriate or unsafe behaviour will not be accepted. Scouts must follow the directions of Leaders at all times.
In the event of a serious issue or failure to behave appropriately, Leaders can call parents/guardians and the Scout will return home. Please make sure your child is aware of this.
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Insurance & Medical Fully insured (details in handout) Medical Screening if required European Health Card VHI/Bupa/Vivas details NB Must have prescription for Medication
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Pocket Money
€110 per child max Of this €50 will go towards
Apres Ski activities Which leaves €10 per day
spending money – more than enough for sweets & coke!
Parents Info Meeting: Snow Camp 09 20
Group Policy on AlcoholIn Summary No alcohol permitted on camp, youth or
adult Adult leaders may leave site for a social
evening and are ‘off-duty’ Sufficent leaders will be on-duty at all
times Full policy is attached to your handout.
For your notice board or fridge!
Flight details GOING OUT - Thursday 12th Feb 2009
Dublin (DUB) to Karlsruhe-Baden (FKB) FR1915 Depart DUB at 12:55 and arrive FKB at 16:00 Leaving from Slip Hall at 10:30am on 12th Feb
COMING BACK – Thursday 19th Feb 2009 Karlsruhe-Baden (FKB) to Dublin (DUB) FR1916 Depart FKB at 16:25 and arrive DUB at 17:35 Collect from Slip Hall at 6:30pm on 19th Feb
Address of Chalet Hausnr. 28, A-6600 Vorderhornbach, Austria
Time difference: Austria is one hour ahead
Leader in Charge Eleanor Moriarty, +353-85-1333333, +353-87-1228377
Tour organiser & contact name/number Shaun Taylor, Jeka, Durrus, Bantry, Co Cork +353-27-61056
Home contact Adam Taylor, 104b Beatty Grove, Celbridge, Co Kildare, 0861647218