Lagganlia
Hey all! Miss Porter here reporting the news back from Lagganlia. Unfortunately, there have been a few problems with the computers and the kids are unable to blog or upload any pics! Nightmare, but I must say nobody has even asked (sorry) there has been so much going on and everyone getting so involved that not one child has even mentioned home!!! Each and every one of them has been getting stuck into the challenges put their way. Fantastic to see, and as their teachers, we are very proud!!
I returned from Lagganlia this evening and was sorry to leave everyone behind as so much fun was being had.
Monday…………
After arriving safely the kids had to make their beds (very entertaining!)and after settling into their bedrooms everyone met in the common room for the first group brief. The kids got into their groups and met their instructors for the week. Each group went off on their first adventure. Some kids were walking, some problem solving and some went to the rope course. The team challenges had begun. Group 3 were the first to try out the Rope course or to get tangled in the rope course as Matthew C demonstrated. He got in a right tangle, but credit where credit’s due –untangled himself just as quickly. Don’t think we’ve ever laughed so much.
In the evening we all enjoyed yummy lentil soup and pasta bolognaise before all taking part in some circus skills. Yes, circus skills! Plate spinning, juggling and more. Great fun!
After some banana cake and hot chocolate the kids went off to their rooms and lodges. Most totally exhausted and fighting even the thought of sleep. They did all go to sleep eventually (honest)
Tuesday………………
Happy Birthday to Eilidh!!
Some were up earlier than others but eventually everyone got moving. Breakfast was at 8 then there was free time for all. Each of the activity groups met with their instructors and briefed on their activities for the day. The fun was about to begin. Here are just a few of today’s amazing events……..apart from the persistent pouring rain of course
There were some spectacular scenes on the gorge –the river was moving extremely fast and was a good 10 inches above the normal height at this time of year but the kids and staff got stuck in (literally). There were 4 groups out on the gorge today (1,4,5&6)and all braced the cold and got UNDER, yes under, the water. Jumping into the ‘witches cauldron’, sliding down rapids and walking under waterfalls were all highlights. Brrrrrrrrrr it was cold! But fabulous!
Groups 2&7 enjoyed some archery with Aaron C being the champ so far –a massive116points. Well done. It was mighty cold so they then lit and sat a round a fire in the teepee. Nice!
Groups1 & 7 went climbing and enjoyed some abseiling. Scary but a great feeling.
Group 3 went skiing on the dry slope, Connor announced at the end he had mastered ‘skiing backwards’. I don’t know if it was intentional but brilliant just the same!
Groups 5&7 attempted a 60ft tree climb. Natalie, Seth, Ethan and Jade all doing an amazing job!! Wow!
Groups 2,3&4 got familiar with the great mountain biking trails around Lagganlia, the pouring rain made conditions tricky but all gave their best and most managed to stay on their bikes. Nick’s group(4) managed to find themselves in a field with a rather unimpressed Highland cow. Hilarious, (if you weren’t there) but they all managed to get out safely, phew. It always helps when you have a wonderful cyclist like RobbieG on board.
After the days activities everyone settled for showers, dinner and relaxation then the waterproofs and wet shoes were back on for MORE! The groups were blinded folded and had to make their way through the forest, together, helping one another along a ‘nightline’ or rope. They had to work closely as a team ensuring everyone tackled the obstacles successfully. By the end they were all head to toe in mud and grinning from ear to ear –AMAZING!!
Well folks this is where I sadly left them all. I’m sure they will all be sleeping soundly
I was going to blog this in the morning (as i promised the kids and the staff i would) but when I saw how many comments there were I couldn’t leave you all waiting. So I apologise for the rush in writing and any errors as - aah it is now 12.40 and my bed is calling. Night night.
Just picked up a very happy boy from the bus. I would like to thank the staff, so thanks. Lloyd has had a wonderful time and glad to have him home. I’m sure over the next few days more stories will roll out as they seem to have done so much.
Hi Ellie
Sounds like you are having a fab time!! Can’t wait to hear all the goss when you get back. Josh has been remembering all the things he got up to last year! Looking forward to seeing you when you get back.
Lots of hugs and kisses, Auntie Ang, Uncle Will, Abbie and Josh
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hi georgie
auntie mags again !!!!! my last message should have read girls and not firls sorry. lol at my stupidity xxx
hi georgie
hope you’re all still having loads of fun. no doubt all the firls will be very busy right now getting ready for your disco tonight !!!
have a brill time
lots of love
auntie mags and murphy
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Hi,
Hope all is going well at camp. Are you having a good time?
I have heard from the report that the weather has been very bad but that has not stopped you having FUN
Miss you,
Lara
What a great update from Miss Porter - sounds like you didn’t want to come home and leave the fun!
Jamie trying to climb into your bed Gemma and is looking to swap rooms! It’s ok - we won’t let him.
See you on Friday and enjoy the disco tomorrow night. Enjoy the Midnight feasts.
Love
Mum, Dad and Jamie xxxxxxxxxx
It’s good to hear you’re all enjoying your self despite the weather.
Circus Skills sounds fun, Inever got to to that when I went to camp. Can’t wait to hear back from Matthew to find out what his score in archery was. I was a little dissapointed to find out he never got the highest score like I did when I went. I can’t really remembar my score but I’m sure mrs Baellie will be more than delighted to say.
Hope you all enjoy the rest of the week.
Hi Matthew
Thanks for keeping us well informed Miss Porter. It sounds like you are all having a great time with lots of activities,laughs and fun.
From what I’ve read on this blog the food sounds fantastic, I’m sure it beats your daily packed lunch back at Campie school.
Missing you lots. Can’t wait till your home and also to hear all your stories see your photos.
Have fun and we’ll see you soon.
Love Dad, Mum & Ryan.
To Seth - are you having a good time at Lagganlia? I heard you have been tree climbing. I am pleased you got to the top, just like Maya did! Daddy is back home. There were hailstones here this afternoon when I was coming back home. Love you Livvy x x x
Thanks to Miss Porter who stayed up so late to give us parents a good detailed report on the goings on so far.
Sounds like your all have having so much fun - despite the weather. I hope it improves tomorrow for you.
Can’t wait to hear all the stories & see the photos when you get back.
We are all missing you Ellie but I am sure you are too busy to be thinking about us.
Lots of love,
Mum, Dad, & Freya xxxxxx
Hi thanks so much for a great update we all look forward to hearing how everyone is getting on sounds like you are all having a lovely time. Can’t wait to see you on friday Amy and hear all your news, we have all missed you lew says hi and hopes you are having a lovely time love you lots mum dad and lewis x x x x
It sounds like you’re all having a fab time. I’m sure you’ll have lots to tell us on Friday. Enjoy the time you have left and all the lovely food and messy activities!! We’re all missing you Jennie but glad you’re having so much fun.
See you soon, love
Mum, Dad & Matthew (& Molly & Percy of course)
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This sounds brill cant wait for when its my turn at camp Georgia am missing you lots and cant wait to hear all about the fun things you are doing. miss u loads Mum,Dad and Kieran
great update Ms Porter thanks for taking the time to let us all know whats happening.
Great update Ms Porter sounds amazing.
Hi Jack, hope your having a great time,I wish I was there.
Can,t wait to see you on Friday.
LOL DAD XXX.
Great update Ms Porter sounds fab.
Hi Jack, hope your having a great time I wish I was there.
Can,t wait to see you on Friday.
LOL, DAD XXX.
Thanks for a great report it all sounds like you having a great time.
Hi Connor glad to hear your having a fab time it all sounds great fun. House is so quiet without you ,missing you lots see you on friday cant wait to hear all about it .
LOVE FROM MUM AND ABI XXXX
Thanks for a great update sounds like you are all having a great time .Cant wait to hear all about it on friday .
Missing you lots Amber house is so quiet without you and playroom is so tidy.Ben is missing you too.
LOVE YOU LOTS MUM ,DAD,BEN AND CHARLIE XXXXXXXXX
Thanks for a great report, sound like excellent fun.
Charlie - bet you are having a great time, it sounds so good that we are now thinking about paying a visit to Lagganlia at Easter now so you will have a chance to do it all again!!!!
Looking forward to seeing you Friday
Mum & Dad
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Hi Miss Porter
Thanks for keeping us informed. It sounds like you are all having a fantastic time with lots of laughs and fun.
Missing you lots Niamh glad you are having so much fun.
Mum Dad and Eilidh
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Thank you Miss Porter for that fantastic update. It all sounds amazing - hope you all enjoy the rest of the week just as much.
Thanks very much for the report, we really appreciate it. I cannot believe how much the children are doing! It is great that the weather has not stopped the fun.
Jamie, it all sounds brilliant, I am sure that you are having a fantastic time. I would like to have seen you after the night expedition, that must have been quite a sight, all muddy and wet.
The weather is pretty wild here in Edinburgh, windy and wet, so we are all thinking about you out there… when I told my work colleagues where you are this week they all said that “you are a brave lad!”
We all miss you lots and are looking forward to seeing you on Friday and listening to all your adventures.
Besos,
Mum
Thank you Miss Porter for a great update.
Sounds as if everyone are having a very entertaining week.
Miss you loads Chloe and looking forward to seeing you on Friday, and enjoy the rest of the week.
Lots of Love Mum, Dad, Stephen, Tia and Cassie xxx
I cant believe how much you guys have done already , i dont remember my time at Lagganlia as exciting as that( many moons ago mind you !!!) Nat i am so proud of you for climbing that tree OMG 60 feet !!! Well done you ! Just hope the weather eases off a bit for you all . Keep having fun and see you all Friday .
Miss you Nat, Leah says hi and she missing you loads too.
Love Mum, Dad & Leah xxxxx
Trip for the parents sounds great! Thanks Miss Porter for the very detailed info, we all really appreciate it!
It all sounds like so much fun, and good to hear the weather isn’t stopping anyone - get those thermals on.
This is such a woonderful experience for the kids. Thank you so much to Lagganlia Centre and Campie for making it all possible.
Can’t wait to see you all on Friday. And never mind football Paul, don’t forget the school fair on Saturday!
Thank you Miss Porter for keeping us up to date with all the fab things the children (and no doubt the teachers) have been doing at Lagganlia. It sound great(maybe Ms Laing could organise a trip for the parents!)
Hi Emma & Vicky missing you both loads - it sounds like you are having a fantastic time. See you on Friday……
Love Mum, Dad, Millie & Daisy xxxxxxxxxx
Thanks so much for the marvellous update Miss Porter - I can’t believe you all did so much in 2 days - it’s amazing. I think everyone will sleep soundly after action packed days like that. I’m loving the sound of pasta bolognaise and banana cake - school lunches will never be the same!
Euan - still missing you, but [almost] wish we were there as well becuase it sounds so much fun
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Great fun to read. Sounds fab.
Can’t wait to get all the muddy clothes home on Friday.
miss you lots mum.xx
P.s Look forward to you coming back as well Matthew
Wow, Ms Porter, thank you so much for staying up so late and setting everyone’s minds at rest. I am sure the parents will appreciate this enormously. What brave children - and staff. I am quaking at the thought of all that but full of admiration for you all. Look forward to welcoming you back into snuggly, warm, dry, if a bit boring Campie!