1. Watersports La Fosca

2. The Team
Mr Moss
Mr Caldwell
Miss Callow
Mrs Duff
Miss Kneen

3. Location
La Fosca is situated on the Costa Brava, within walking distance of Palamos

4. Outward Journey
Please meet at the Airport no later than 8:00 am on Friday 2nd June.
We will fly to London Gatwick where we will then fly on to Spain.

5. (You will find out your group leader next week)
Please report to your Group Leader as soon as you arrive at the Airport
(You will find out your group leader next week)

6. Return Journey
Friday 9th June - we will be leaving Bristol at 16:40 and arrive back at 17:35.

7. Packing your bags PACK YOUR KIT IN TWO BAGS
A larger bag or suitcase should contain most of your items but will not be accessible once checked in.
This must be no more than 20Kg. Please check this before travel as excess baggage costs will have to be paid for by the student.
Use a small rucksack for items that may be required during the journey such as:
Packed lunch and English money for journey - the first meal provided will be your evening meal on site.
Warm clothing
Book, magazine or small game to keep you occupied on the flight

8. Packing List
Clothes:-
Shorts and t-shirts
Underwear
Long sleeved cotton shirt
Warm pullover/sweatshirt
Swimwear
Sun hat and sunglasses
Trainers
Pool shoes/old trainers
Nightclothes
Lightweight coat
Evening wear
Sleeping bag and pillow
Towels – beach and bath
Camera – cheap (perhaps disposable)
Torch
Medication (Bring spares!)
Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste etc
SUN CREAM – high factor WATERPROOF!!
Drinks Bottle
iPods/iPads/mobile phones may be taken on the trip but you are reminded that these are not covered by our insurance.

9. The Weather The sun in Spain at this time of year can be much
stronger than you are used to so listen to the
instructors advice to wear sun-cream and to re-apply it
regularly.
You will also need to drink plenty of bottled water
throughout the day.
You will may want to bring with you a water bottle that can be filled up during the week.

10. Spending money
You will not need to bring an excessive amount of money but this is the guideline:
£10 in Sterling (make sure it is English not Manx) for the outward journey to pay for drinks/food.
£50-£100 in Euros
£10 sterling to pay for lunch/drinks on the return journey.

11. In Case of An Emergency
Call the school, on (01624) and they will be able to contact a member of staff.
Out of hours contact Mr T Fallon –
School mobile:
Campsite: Camping Kings, La Fosca –
Tel:

12. A few words of warning!

13. Alcohol and Cigarettes
The rules that apply in school also apply on school trips.

14. Staff and Instructors
You must listen to instructions from both CRHS and PGL staff.
A member of staff will always be around but once you arrive at La Fosca you are also under the authority of the PGL staff.

15. Behaviour
It goes without saying that behaviour must be impeccable at all times. You are ambassadors for the school and Castle Rushen has established a very good reputation with PGL.
Please note that in the unlikely event of serious misbehaviour, PGL have the right to insist that those responsible are sent home immediately at their own cost.

16. Royal Yachting Association
RYA Start sailing award stage 1:
Students will be introduced to key skills which can provide a foundation for future progress and achievement.
You will be given a log book and this will be signed by PGL instructors at the end of the holiday.

17. crhswatersports.co.uk

18. Sailing
Kayaks
Windsurfing
Two- man Kayaks

19. You can see more of the activities and the centre at La Fosca on the PGL website:

20. Finally – Remember that you will get as much out of this holiday as you are prepared to put into it – so go and enjoy yourselves!

21. Money and Passports etc.
Surnames A – N (Mr Caldwell or Mrs Duff)
Surnames O – Z (Mrs Kneen or Mr Moss)