Sleeping Bag (it may be quite cold at night, so a "3 seasons" one) Pillow Nightclothes (onesies are good) Bath towel / hand towel (several) Casual clothes for evening Disposable camera/films (I think they still exist!) Insect repellent Old T-shirts/shorts (many) Rash vests (recommended as they dry very fast) Jumper(s) and/or fleece(s) Bin bag(s) for dirty/wet clothes Socks Sunglasses Sun hat Swimming gear Tie-on for glasses/sunglasses Toiletries Torch and spare batteries Tracksuit bottoms Trousers/jeans/shorts Underwear Waterproof sun cream Waterproofs (top & bottoms) for activities if it rains Shoes (not open toed) for wet activities At least one pair of dry footwear (not open toed) It would be advisable to bring school polo shirt and shorts as backup A small amount of money changed into euros (there is a tuckshop)..
Please do not bring expensive electronics such as iPods, cameras, games consoles, mobile phones or jewellery, as these will not be covered by our insurance. Tents are not very secure, and if you choose to bring valuables we cannot be held responsible for their loss. There will also not be facilities for charging things up and pupils will not be allowed to use mobiles on-site.
I would stress that at least half the activities are likely to involve a dunking in the lake (or at least a significant splashing), so plenty of shorts and T-shirts will be required so that you have dry clothes to change into whilst the wet ones are drying. There may be 2 wet activities per day.
If you have your own "shortie" wetsuit, you might want to wear it for some of the activities (although wetsuits may be provided if it's cold). If you bring yours, be prepared to take it home wet!
Please pack a soft bag rather than a rigid suitcase as luggage space on the coach will be at a premium and soft bags are more efficient and easier to stow. Acorn request no larger than 30x45x70cm.
