Archery and Aerial runway

The children were amazing, considering the very damp conditions. After a challenging competition, the boys finally won. Good fun was had by all. Then on to the runway. Everyone was very excited to have a turn and nobody declined to have a go. In Samuel's words, "It was awesome!!!!"

Rain drops keep falling on my head!

We didn't think we could get any wetter but East Harling have managed to achieve this.....It has rained non stop this morning however it has now stopped and the outlook is good for the afternoon.  The children have been outstanding in their resilience in over coming difficult conditions.  They have a real credit our school and have persevered with the challenges that they faced.

Bushcraft - B

We had the opportunity to try out our survival skills and we were amazing.....The children had to make a shelter and light a fire using only limited resources.  Mr C was involved in making one of the shelters and rather pleased with himself as it looked rather good.  The children were fantastic at trying to think about what was needed to keep them dry.  Each child also had the opportunity to light a fire using a steel and a flint.  The highlight for some of them was eating dough balls made from the camp fire. 

Day four

The children all slept well again last night - lots had to be woken up this morning. This was our view briefly yesterday afternoon, it's not quite as good today but we're not going to let a spot of rain dampen our spirits! First breakfast - then it's time for bushcraft, archery and climbing. 

Raft building

Yesterday we all put our pioneering skills to the test when we set out to build our own raft. The instructors taught us how to lash two poles together and then we designed our own rafts using the equipment. Groups B and C made very sturdy rafts which they could paddle around the edge of Windemere on, Group A started confidently enough but then their raft started to experience some technical difficulties...they had to be rescued by the instructors who helped them back to shore! A great time was had by all and we especially enjoyed our hot showers afterwards.

 

Rock climbing and abseiling champions!

Group A were ace today rock climbing and abseiling. We lived up to our school motto and really endeavoured to overcome our fears, enjoyed trying something new, achieved our goals by reaching the top and worked together to encourage and support each other. We have renamed Macy spider woman as she was so speedy climbing up the rock face! Everyone showed real courage and determination. 

Archie's Adventures continue...

Good morning Class 2

Well I am having a fantastic time at Lakeside with Class Six (well after I recovered from my very scary experience yesterday at the archery). The obstacle course was brill, we had to get a bucket of water across as a team and all without talking! A bit tricky for some but we did not spill a drop! It was hard work paddling our canoe out to Grubbin's Point yesterday afternoon so we sang lots of songs to keep us going. It was worth the effort though. 

I've just enjoyed a delicious cooked breakfast with my mates and then we're off to do some rock climbing! 

Lots of love Archie x