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Remove Camp
In Autumn term the Removes visited Lagganlia Outdoor Centre, near Feshiebridge on their Outdoor Education camp. The week aims to challenge the girls physically, socially and mentally, from developing teamwork and creativity to challenging fear and building resilience. The girls undertook activities such as canoeing, mountain biking, abseiling and, due to the week being blessed with great weather, more demanding activities such as canyoning and rafting were added. The girls' positive attitude to take on these challenges was a joy to witness and the benefits were numerous, but here are the girls to tell you themselves: Mr Fowles
“I really enjoyed myself. I learned that ticks live in heather! I also learned that I am braver than I think. I would never have thought going in cold water would be so much fun!“ Sofia B RQ
“‘Live for the moment!’ which means enjoy where you are right now and don’t worry about the past or the future. One day we climbed up a mountain and all we said was, “Are we nearly there yet?” Once we got to the top, our instructor said, “Stop and have a look around.” That was when I realised we were on top of a mountain with amazing views. So, for the rest of camp instead of asking silly questions, I just lived for the moment. “ Poppy RX
“I learnt that you don’t always have to come first. This camp really allowed me to learn that it’s not all about winning, no matter how nice it feels. My activity group navigated our way up and down the mountain as a team and we would not have been able to complete that challenge if we didn’t work together. I am very glad to have learned this valuable lesson and I will take this skill with me throughout future everyday challenges.” Reene RQ
“I was quite scared of abseiling and I really didn’t want to do it, but I knew if I didn’t I would really regret it. I had a lot of support from my friends, teachers and instructor to encourage me to have a go... It may have looked high when I was up there but, once I was down, I wished it was double the height. It was the best bit of camp!!” Alex RX
“Abseiling and gorge walking were the toughest things I have ever had to do... I was scared that I would not manage to grab the rope and that the weight of all my wet clothes would pull me down into the freezing water and stop me coming up to the surface. I do not think I would have done it if I had not had so much encouragement from my friends.” Annabel RP
“I have just come back from Remove camp, extremely proud of myself. With some support in place I agreed to go but I was still a bit nervous. I’m so happy that I went because I have made so many wonderful memories and had great fun. Before we went away, I spoke to a girl in Lower 6, Amy, who had also felt anxious about Remove camp. She gave me some top tips and advice on how to distract myself and cope with feeling homesick. I now hope to be that girl who can offer the support to others. I’m now really looking forward to all the camps that are still to come.” Zara H RX
