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Ardeche 2013

Ardeche 2013Itinerary13th July 2013 Depart MPS - Arrive Dover Sea France.

14th July Arrive at Centre Labeaume Acorn adventure, Camping La Savane.

Excursion RuomsApproximately 30 minutes walk from the centre is the historic local town of Ruoms. Here you can find an array of small shops, a cash-point and some bars and restaurants. The local market is on a Friday, which is a popular with locals and tourists. Just outside Ruoms there is large supermarket.

Vallon Pont dArcFamous for its naturally shaped arched bridge, Vallon Pont dArc is in the hub of the Ardche. With narrow streets, boutiques, cafes and a weekly market, there is plenty to see and do. Distance from centre: 9 miles

2 day descent of the Ardeche with overnight camping on the river bank under the stars.

Sat 20th July Depart Labeaume Sun 21st Arrive Calais Sea France.

return 21st July Return to MPS.

Ardeche 2013Labeaume, South of FranceCalais to Labeaume = 595 miles

Ardeche 2013About LabeaumeLabeaume is set in the magnificent Ardeche region of the South of France.

The Acorn Labeaume Centre is a delightful wooded campsite with tented villages set in spacious, shaded areas nestling between two beautiful rivers; the Ardche and Labeaume. Activities take place within an easy twenty minute walk from your village. The only exception to this rule is the Ardche river descent, which is a 15 kilometres coach ride away- definitely worth the journey!

Ardeche 2013Camp Site Tents

village marquee

Full Board

Washing up

Volleyball

Table Tennis

Basketball

Swimming pool

Tuck Shop

Excellent Wash Rooms

Ardeche 2013Benefits of camping and the Acorn VillageLots of funCamping heightens the real outdoor adventureStrong sense of community A secure environmentEasy to monitor environment (for Party Leaders)A Village Manager to look after you throughout your stayYour own exclusive area (groups of 40+)

Ardeche 2013Acorn MealsAcorns daily menus are planned to be both tasty and nutritious and we serve a variety of meals from traditional favourites to local specialities, all prepared on centreMeals are served by Acorn staff in the village marqueeSpecial dietary requirements are of course catered for-please let us know in advanceAll meals are provided whilst on centre with the first meal being lunch, and the last meal being an evening mealSnacks are available to buy on centre

Ardeche 2013MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySundayBreakfastYogurtsCerealsFruit PlatterBreadPreservesFruit JuiceBoiled EggsYogurtsCerealsFruit PlatterBreadPreservesFruit JuicePorridgeYogurtsCerealsFruit PlatterBread PreservesFruit JuiceFrench ToastYogurtsCerealsFruit PlatterBread PreservesFruit JuiceCroissantsYogurtsCerealsFruit PlatterBread PreservesFruit JuiceBaked BeansYogurtsCerealsFruit PlatterBread PreservesFruit JuiceScrambled EggsYogurtsCerealsFruit PlatterBreadPreservesFruit JuiceLocal PastriesLunchChefs Salad BarFrench BreadFruit BowlChefs Salad Bar French BreadFruit BowlChefs Salad BarFrench BreadFruit BowlChefs Salad BarFrench BreadFruit Bowl Chefs Salad BarFrench BreadFruit BowlChefs Salad BarFrench BreadFruit BowlChefs Salad BarFrench BreadFruit BowlDinnerPasta Bolognaise

Vegetable Bolognaise

Garlic Bread

Green Salad

Ice Cream BBQ Chicken Drumsticks with Sticky Sauce

Stuffed Pepper

Potato Wedges

Mixed Salad

Jam and Coconut Sponge & CreamSpicy Sausage Pasta Bake

Roast Vegetable Pasta Bake

Mixed Salad

Bread Roll

Chocolate MousseTurkey and Vegetable Curry

Vegetable Curry

Boiled Rice

Profiteroles with Chocolate SauceLasagne

Vegetable Lasagne

Mixed Salad

Garlic and Herb Bread

Lemon Sponge and Lemon SauceSweet & Sour Pork

Sweet & Sour Vegetables

Boiled Rice

Tart with CreamRoasted Chicken and Gravy

Vegetable &Goats Cheese Tartlet

New Potatoes

Seasonal Vegetables

Rice Pudding

Ardeche 2013 Whilst on centre a dedicated team of staff will be on hand to ensure that you have a thoroughly enjoyable and successful trip.

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.

Acorn Staff

Ardeche 2013Full list of activities at LabeaumeArdeche river descentArcheryAbseiling (crag) Swimming (pool)KayakingRaft BuildingOvernight bivouac River TrekCavingMission ImpossibleHigh Ropes

Highlight of the trip - 2 day canoe descent of the Ardeche River!

Ardeche 20132 day decent2 Man canoesSafety EquipmentSmall groups with leader + river leadersCarry food and clothesWater / sun cream

Ardeche 2013Blog

Daily updates.

Photos.

Linked to school website.

Loss of signal.

Ardeche 2013

Ardeche 2013Sleeping bag / duvetPillowMattress cover (sheet)NightclothesBath towel / hand towelCasual clothes for eveningDisposable camera/filmsInsect repellentOld T-shirtsJumper(s) and or fleece(s)

Plastic bag(s) for dirty clothesSocksSunglassesSun hatSwimming gearToiletriesTorch and spare batteriesTracksuit bottomsTrousers/jeans/shortsUnderwearWaterproof sun creamWaterproofs (top & bottoms)Wet ShoesPassportE11 card

PLEASE DO NOT BRING EXPENSIVE ITEMS SUCH AS IPODS, CAMERAS, PSPS, MOBILE PHONES OR JEWELLERY - AS THESE MAY NOT BE INSURED.

Suggested Kit List

Ardeche 2013ValuablesOne small safe

CamerasMP3Mobile PhonesMoney

Ardeche 2013Questions???