Mediterranean Watersports La Fosca, Costa Brava

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The UK’s largest provider of outdoor education for young people Over 55 years’ experience Fully risk assessed LOtC Quality Badge holder Founding member of BAPA ABTA bonded Welcome to PGL

Governing Bodies and Accreditations AALA: The Adventure Activities Licensing Service inspects activity centres and other activity providers on behalf of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). ABTA: The Association of British Travel Agents is the UK's premier trade association for tour operators and travel agents. Our ABTA bond guarantees your financial security. ATOL: ATOL is a protection scheme for flights and air holidays, managed by the CivilAviation Authority (CAA). Our ATOL number is ATOL BCU: The British Canoe Union is the governing body for the sport and recreation of canoeing and kayaking in the United Kingdom BAHA: The British Activity Holiday Association is the trade association for private sector providers of activity holidays and courses with the objective of ensuring high standards of safety, instruction and quality of activities. RYA: The Royal Yachting Association is the governing body for dinghy sailing and windsurfing in the UK. STF: The School Travel Forum is a group of leading school tour operators that promotes good practice and safety in school travel. ROSPA: The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents is actively involved in the promotion of safety and the prevention of accidents in all areas of life. Acorn is a member of RoSPA and our Safety Management System has been developed in conjunction with RoSPA. IOL: The Institute for Outdoor Learning encourages outdoor learning by developing quality, safety and opportunity to experience outdoor activity provision and by supporting and enhancing the good practice of those who work in the outdoors. BSC: The British Safety Council is one of the world’s leading health and safety organisations. Acorn Head Office is an approved BSC training centre for Health And Safety at Work and all senior staff have a level one qualification.

PGL Staff

All Staff are recruited in the UK and are CRB Checked They all go through a comprehensive induction process and specific training Programme All Lead Instructors are NGB Qualified. Whilst on centre a dedicated team of staff will be on hand to ensure that you have a thoroughly enjoyable and successful trip. PGL Staff

STAFF Mr Greaves (Party Leader) Mr Gumbley (Assistant Party Leader) Mr Hughes Mr Campbell Mrs Lord Mrs Davies RATIO OF ONE STAFF MEMBER FOR EVERY SEVEN STUDENTS

The Journey Reays Coaches Luxury Coach/European Specification Seat belts /DVD/Video/Reclining seats Drinks Machine/Toilet/2 drivers

Short Sea crossing from Dover to Calais P&O FERRIES

La Fosca, Palamós

LEARNING OUTSIDE Located within Camping Kings, an international campsite 3 beautiful beaches to enjoy watersports on the Mediterranean 13 thrilling adventure activities available Great on-site facilities including large swimming pool Accommodation and dining within exclusive PGL areas La Fosca

Sample Itinerary

Banana Boat Bodyboarding Canoeing Catamaran Sailing Dinghy Sailing Excursions Problem Solving Sit-on Kayaks Snorkelling Sports and Team Games Stand Up Paddle Surfing Swimming Windsurfing Adventure activities

Accommodation Tent Village – large tents with solid frame bases, sleep 4

Facilities Large outdoor swimming pool On-site supermarket PGL’s own catering and dining facilities Large restaurant with bar and disco

3 nutritious, balanced meals per day Self-service salad bar Vegetarian option Special diets catered for by prior arrangement Sample menus available online: Catering and dietary needs

Insurance 2015 PGL’s Travel Insurance Policy for Schools – FOGG Fully Comprehensive 24 hour Emergency Medical Assistance PLEASE READ AND CHECK YOU ARE HAPPY WITH THE LEVEL OF COVER. IF YOU ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE LEVEL OF COVER THEN YOU NEED TO TAKE YOUR OWN POLICY OUT. FULL POLICY AVAILABLE ON SCHOOL WEBSITE.

FIRST AID / MEDICAL ISSUES

Suggested Kit List PLEASE DO NOT BRING EXPENSIVE ITEMS SUCH AS IPODS, CAMERAS, PSPS, MOBILE PHONES OR JEWELLERY - AS THESE MAY NOT BE INSURED.  ✔ Suitable nightwear  ✔ Underwear  ✔ Long and short-sleeved T-shirts  ✔ 1 pair of trainers / shoes suitable for walking  ✔ 1 or 2 sets of clothes for evenings  ✔ 1 pair of old trainers / canvas or plastic shoes (may get very wet / muddy)  ✔ Old clothes – long sleeved T-shirts, leggings, sports clothing  ✔ Fleeces / sweatshirts  ✔ Swimming costume / trunks  ✔ Rash vest  ✔ Shorts - knee length, no hot pants or denim  ✔ Sun hat / Baseball hat  ✔ Waterproof jacket / cagoule  ✔ Glasses retainer, suitable for watersports (if required)  ✔ Sleeping bag, pillow and bed sheet  ✔ Torch  ✔ Wash bag  ✔ Towel for showering  ✔ Old towel for wet activities  ✔ High factor sun cream - min. SPF 30  ✔ Insect repellent & bite cream  ✔ Labelled plastic bags for wet / dirty / spare clothes  ✔ Small rucksack for days out  ✔ Drink bottle

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