22-26 June 2015

Acorn Adventure is a well-established, fully accredited Adventure travel specialist for schools, groups and families Acorn offers a range of enviable Adventure Camp locations in France, Italy, Spain and Wales, all chosen for their close proximity to rivers, lakes, mountains, beaches, crags and caves. Acorn ensures a professional and dedicated team of qualified/assessed instructors to deliver an action-packed adventurous activity programme There are a great selection of activities available with Acorn, many of which take place in natural outdoor environments Acorn are passionate about camping and the great outdoors and are focused on inspiring young people to enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle Acorn offers great value. Once at the camp, everything is included in the price, making this an easy trip to budget for

Tranquil lakeside location Six water sports on offer! Campfire by the lake Close proximity to the UK

Ardres, Pas d’Calais, Northern France This small and friendly camp is set on the outskirts of the medieval town of Ardres, a pretty French location just a short drive from Calais. The area has great local markets and seaside towns and is near to the popular town of Boulogne-sur-Mer

Delivered by our qualified/assessed team of instructors MorningAfternoonEvening MondayDepartArrive / Mission impossibleAcorn Olympics TuesdayHigh ropes (Leap of Faith)Kata kanuCampfire WednesdayClimbing wall/archeryVisit to Nausicaa Aquarium & Boulogne sur Mer or Kayaking Acorn’s Got Talent ThursdayPaddle boardingCanoeingTown trail FridayDepart /optional visit to supermarket Return home

The camping village is your own private living space within the camp A village typically consists of 16 tents, set in a horseshoe shape with a central marquee for dining/socialising Each standing-height tent contains four beds and hard flooring Each village is assigned a Village Manager to support your group throughout your stay Meals are prepared by Acorn’s catering team and served in the marquee Acorn’s staff are on hand 24 hours a day and will keep everyone active and entertained all day and into the evening

Fuel for adventure! Acorn Adventure promotes healthy and nutritious meals, which will keep children and adults fuelled for the day. A well balanced diet is essential which is why meals must consist of fruit, vegetables, starchy foods, dairy products and protein. No food is deep fried, we prefer to grill, roast, poach or bake it Meals are produced using fresh ingredients and minimal salt All dietary and allergen requirements can be catered for, if we are advised in advance of your visit Fresh fruit is always available Happy to provide birthday cakes- just let us know

Professional and dedicated team of qualified/assessed instructors Trained to bring out the best in young people All Acorn staff are DBS checked (Disclosure Barring Service) Focused on delivering a safe, enjoyable and educational experience, in line with each group’s learning objectives Acorn’s aim is to inspire young people to enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle Acorn’s on-site catering team will cook and serve all of your meals A dedicated Village Manager will be on hand to take care of our group Two members of staff are on duty throughout the night

Fully Accredited Adventure travel company Over thirty years of experience (established since 1982) A Founding Member of the School Travel Forum (STF) ABTA and ATOL bonded (for your financial protection) AALS Licensed (UK) Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC Quality Badge) British Canoe Union (BCU) Institute of Outdoor Learning accredited (IOL) Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Association Training Centre

Sleeping bag / duvet Small rucksack or bag Wallet/purse (spending money) Toiletries Sun hat/cap Change of clothes for evenings Fleece/warm jumper in case of cold weather Two pairs of trainers (one for getting wet & one for keeping dry- no crocs or jelly shoes) High factor suncream (50+) Light waterproof jacket for warmer wet weather (Decathlon offers these at good value) Torch & spare batteries Passport T-shirt (must cover to elbow-no vests Shorts (to the knees) Full toe protection- wet shoes or old trainers Long sleeved t-shirt (must cover to elbow-no vests) Water/sports bottle or wet/dirty clothes Light waterproof jacket for warmer wet weather (Decathlon offers these at good value) EHIC Card Socks (At least 2 pairs for each day) Plastic bags for wet/dirty clothe Trousers/Tracksuits/Long Shorts Underwear Pillow Nightclothes Tie on for glasses are necessary for activities Insect repellent (just in case) Please do NOT take expensive items such as iPods, cameras, PSPs, mobile phones or jewellery – as these may not be insured.