Camp Video

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.

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!!!

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.