PLIMMERTON SCHOOL TAUPO SURVIVOR CAMP 2018 INFORMATION - @ Catchpool/Orongorongo Valleys Rimutaka Forest Park, Wainuiomata
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PLIMMERTON SCHOOL TAUPO SURVIVOR CAMP 2018 INFORMATION @ Catchpool/Orongorongo Valleys Rimutaka Forest Park, Wainuiomata
Plimmerton School
School Road, Plimmerton
Tel: 233-8677 Fax: 233-8657
TAUPO SURVIVOR CAMP 2018
Camp 1 - 19th - 21st February 2018 Rm 17 and 18
Camp 2 - 21st - 23rd February 2018 Rm 15 and 16
7th February 2018
Dear Parents,
In week three of this term we are holding two class camps in the Catchpool/Orongorongo Valleys
in the Rimutaka Forest Park. Each class will participate in a three day camp and spend both nights
in tents in the Catchpool Valley Campsite. On the final day of each camp we will attend the H20
Xtream Pools in Upper Hutt before heading back to school.
The major objectives of the camps are to:
● provide a positive experience in the outdoors;
● develop class unity and team spirit;
● enjoy a variety of new and different experiences;
● continue the development of outdoor skills;
● give children some responsibility and independence in catering for their own needs
Children will:
● pack appropriate clothing and equipment;
● pitch and sleep in tents;
● plan, provide and cook meals in groups;
● participate in outdoor activities;
● tramp in groups with an adult to/from the Orongorongo Valley
Children and adults meet at school at 8.40am on morning of departure.
In order to hold the camps we need parents to provide transport to and from camp. At the end of
each camp we will need to help transport students to H20 Xtream Pools before returning to school.
● Camp 1 (21st February, Rm 17 and 18) Return pick up is 11am from Catchpool Valley and
then to H20 Xtream Pools (Corner of Brown & Blenheim Streets, Upper Hutt.) Leave pools
by 2pm to be back at school by 3pm.
● Camp 2 (23rd February, Rm 15 and 16) Return pick up is 11am from Catchpool Valley and
then to H20 Xtream Pools (Corner of Brown & Blenheim Streets, Upper Hutt.) Leave pools
by 2pm to be back at school by 3pm.
If you are attending camp as a parent helper your child’s teacher will give you a (in Week 2) Medical
Information slip to complete and return to school.
Thank you,
The Taupō Team ;)
Taupō Survivor Camp 2018
PUPIL PRE-CAMP PLANNING ACTIVITIES
Pupils will cover the following modules prior to departure.
Lost - What to do?
Hypothermia - Prevention, recognition, treatment
Equipment and Clothing
Tent Pitching
Safety Rules
Packing a Pack
Food - Types and Menus
GENERAL INFORMATION
Permission: Most families completed a trip permission form at the end of 2017. Another is
attached in case this wasn’t filled out last year.
Supervision: Adult to child ratio - Minimum 1 : 6
Cost: $60.00 - The cost covers Park Camp Fees, Camp Fund/Incidentals/Consumables/Pools
Equipment: School camp equipment and barbecue will be utilised. The school has:
1 x twin gas cookers
6 x single cookers
15 x 2/3/4-person tents
14 x packs
aluminium billies
an assortment of aluminium fry pans
large BBQ
Food: * Children prepare menus, supply food and cook in groups.
* Menus, food and equipment will be thoroughly checked before departure.
* Cooking facilities - gas cookers/BBQ.
Weather: Children will be prepared for poor weather but programmes will not proceed in
extreme weather conditions. We will put a message on the school website and class
Seesaw pag if there are any changes to the programme
Information: Details of each camp will be supplied to: D.O.C. Ranger - Park Headquarters
ASSISTING PARENTS INFORMATION - Parents will be expected to:
● assist with supervising group activities;
● assist with camp tasks - equipment/first aid etc.;
● function as part of the adult group;
● supervise a tramping group;
● check pupils equipment;
● be positive role models to students;
● liaise with teachers leading with camp;
● support teachers in supervising activities;
● encourage children to actively participate;
● encourage independence;
● enjoy themselves!
● P.S. if you have any concerns about a child’s welfare, behaviour or health please inform the
leading teachers immediately;
● and no smoking, drugs or alcohol allowed.
Taupō Survivor Camp 2018
Parent support for our camp is vital. We welcome and appreciate the extra skills and abilities that
parents bring to the children’s camp experience.
Camp Activities
● Liaise with teachers in leading activities
● Support and guide children in activities
Kitchen Duties
● Parent teams will be expected to help prepare meals – breakfast, lunch, evening
● Parents will assist with morning and afternoon teas
● Parents will supervise table laying/clearing/cleaning activities
Recreational Activities
● Parents will supervise the allocated group for walks, orienteering and other wide games.
● Parents will encourage all children to be active participants
● support
Sleeping Over
● Parents will sleep either in their own tent or in a parent cabin (separate male and female
cabins)
● Parents will ensure children get adequate sleep and support teachers in the pastoral care of
students.
● Parents staying overnight do not pay the camp fee
Final Clean Up
● Parents will supervise and assist with packing up camp equipment.
● Parents will assist in the cleaning of the lodge
● Each child and each group needs to be involved in the final clean up
EQUIPMENT CHECK prior to departure. Any pupil without the appropriate equipment at the time
of departure will not be taken. Points to note:
● woollen content of tops/adequate clothing;
● weather-proof coat, and
● food and clothing in plastic bags.
TRAMPING - When tramping we will tramp with smaller parties within the larger party. Each small
group will have parent supervision.
ACTIVITY GROUPS - Adults will be asked to supervise an activity group
TENTS - Pupils should be able to:
● select a tent site;
● pitch their tent, and
● stow their equipment.
FOOD - Pupils should be able to:
● plan and follow their menus;
● prepare their meals, and
● clean up.
Taupō Survivor Camp 2018CAMP EQUIPMENT LIST (Please tick off this list to indicate you have everything on the list)
Individual Equipment
o pack
o rubbish bag
o sleeping bag in a plastic bag
o torch (lightweight)
o plate & mug
o knife, fork and spoon
o tea towel x 2
o plastic bags
o toilet gear
o notebook & pencil
o first aid kit - band aids, sun cream, insect repellent
o firm walking shoes
o change of shoes or sandals (for shallow river activities, students may want to bring a pair of
reef shoes)
o socks (2 pair)
o underwear
o shorts
o t-shirts (2)
o woollen jersey / polar fleece / polypropylene
o sweatshirt / jersey
o woollen hat
o waterproof coat (oilskin / PVC / rubberised nylon)
o long trousers (not jeans)
o whistle
o toilet paper
o cord (this is handy for emergencies, in case any clasp on your pack breaks, etc.)
o sunhat
o drink bottle
o togs and towel
o snow foam
o pillow and pillow slip
o day pack
Group Equipment
o food - refer to kids menu
o cooking utensils
Taupō Survivor Camp 2018Map: Taupō Survivor Camp 2018
TAUPO SURVIVOR CAMP 2018 Camp 1 - 19th - 21st February 2018 Rm 17 and 18 Camp 2 - 21st - 23rd February 2018 Rm 15 and 16 Please state any important information on the back of the slip below that we should be aware of. e.g. bee/wasp stings, prescriptions, bedwetting, asthma and/or foods that cause allergies, or anything else we should be made aware of. Thanks, Taupo Team :) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. PLEASE PAY $60 TO THE OFFICE IN WEEK 1, TERM 1 2018 AND RETURN THIS SLIP BACK TO YOUR 2018 TEACHER :) I give permission for my child ……………………...Room………to attend the Taupo Survivor Camp at a cost of $60. Emergency Contact: ……………… Phone……………………. Mobile………………………….. My child can provide a tent for Taupo Survivor Camp (circle one) Yes No I am available to transport……. students to and from Catchpool Valley Campsite. As a parent or guardian I am available to attend Camp and can stay the entire time. (circle one) Yes No Name ........................ Signed…………………. Phone ................................. Email……………… Taupō Survivor Camp 2018
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