High Ropes Pictures

Last Day

What a great last day of an awesome camp. Tihoi is just stunning for those who have never been. The students amazed me with their risk taking, bravery and support for one another on the high ropes course. All students went on the flying kiwi and also got up on several other obstacles.
After that we split into two groups for abseiling and mountain biking - another great afternoon.

Overnight

Another fantastic day! Just got on the bus to return to camp to go rafting. What an amazing night though. All of us survived, everyone had a fantastic night, and everyone managed to cook there meal to eat for dinner. I tried most meals and I can tell you some were impressive but others - well let's just say interesting. The swimming hole was chilly but we quickly warmed up singing and telling stories around the camp fire. Hopefully today will go as smoothly.

Conquered

What an amazing day! Today every member of 8GMc powered their way over the Tongariro Crossing today making me pretty proud. It was tough at times, pretty chilly at times, but that didn't stop us from completing the 19.4km trek. Everyone should be stoked with their effort and achievement. Afterwards we managed to get to the pools for a half hour soak before heading back to camp for dinner and an early night. Another busy day tomorrow as we venture into the Waipakahi Valley for our overnight - my favourite day of camp.

Nearly There

Half way up and going strong. Stunning day - weather is great - just a little cloud cover now which is great as it is pretty warm. Everyone going strong.

Penny Stoves

Last year the students of 8GMc made penny stoves in technology. With the theme of camp at the moment they had the opportunity to try them out in a controlled environment. Sausages and bacon were on the menu which turned out pretty tasty. No one got burnt so a great session all round! Looking forward to camp next week - it is going to be amazing!

Buddy Class

On Fridays of even weeks we will be working with the year 2s. Today we just got to know them and find out what they like. It is awesome seeing the year 8s interact with the year 2s and how the little kids take everything in. Should be a fun year!

Rain Shadow Effect

Camp Skits

Over the last couple of weeks we have been busy learning about river crossings, giardia, hypo and hyperthermia and the rain shadow effect (plus other things also). Today we had to get in groups and perform a short skit showing the main points of one of these topics. All groups did a fantastic job and enjoyed performing on in the auditorium. Sorry about the quality of some of the pics. 

Making Damper

On Friday in technology we learnt how to use the camp cookers and make damper. This is something we will make in the Waipakahi Valley. All of 8GMc managed to make something edible - although some took a little longer than others. In a weeks time we will be able to put our skills to the test on camp - can't wait!!!

Team Building

Today we carried on with some team building games. It took a while to get the hang of it but eventually we made progress. What are the most important things to think of when working with others? Comment below.

Hypothermia and Hyperthermia

Camp - 2016

What are you looking forward to most on camp?

In Week 5 we will be heading to Turangi to enjoy the best camp ever! We will take on many challenges and make many memories that will stick with us for our entire lives. Below in the comments write what you are looking forward to the most at camp. This only needs to be a sentence or two.

Library Time

Today 8GMc had their first session in the library for 2016. We learnt about book care - the dos and don'ts - and also heard about some new books and other new books that will be making their way into the library throughout the year. This year each class will also be having 4 librarians. This is to free up the adults to ensure the students get plenty of time to pick their brains about what they might want to read. All students who are interested in being a librarian need to write a letter to Mrs Huggins and Mr McKay stating why they would make the perfect class librarian.