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• Frank Chapman- Day 4

  Thu 16 Mar 2023

  For our final full day at Frank Chapman, we got stuck in and enjoyed every second!

  In the dinner hall, cereal and toast awaited us. After announcing the winning table, we headed to the boot room to get ready for the day ahead.

  Across the day, we worked within our teams to learn new skills and complete the activities:

  Bush Craft: we worked in teams of 4 to build a shelter and explore different techniques to build a camp fire.

  Archery: in groups of 3, we learnt how to place the arrow into the hold and create the correct stance to shoot the arrow holding the bow.

  Farm: in two teams, we walked to the farm and visited Stu (the owner) and his working farm animals. We got to see lots of animals and learnt all about `a life in the day of a farmer`.

  Earth Art: in small groups, we went on a scavenger hunt and used the natural materials to create a piece of forest art work.

   

  We ended a very muddy yet fun day with a warm shower, hot chocolate and biscuits.  We have had a fantastic time but we can’t wait to get home and tell you all about it!

   

  See you very soon!

  Year 3, Year 4 and All Saints Staff

   

   

   

  

• Frank Chapman- Day 3

  Wed 15 Mar 2023

  Well, we didn’t think we could top yesterday but we have had an awesome day!

  Our day began bright and early as we headed down to the dinner hall for pancakes- yum!

  We had another fun-filled day ahead so we set off in our groups to complete more challenging activities:

  Geocaching: we began with a tech session explaining how to use the GPS. After that, we set off in threes and began to locate the hidden geocaches to crack the code.

   

  Farm: in two groups, we set off leaving the Frank Chapman Centre behind us. We followed the trail through the forest that led to the beautiful fields surrounding the farm. Stu, the owner, gave us a tour of his own family farm- it was so cool!

   

  Earth Art: we were given the task to go on a scavenger hunt to find a range of adjectives.  Once we had matched the words and the colours, we were able to place it in our nature picture frame. Take a look below to see some of our fantastic art work!

   

  After a busy day, we completed our daily tasks to keep the centre site clean. 

   

  We finished the day with another scrumptious meal, followed by an evening activity and hot chocolate with biscuits.

   

  We can’t wait to see you to tell you all about it.

   

  Speak soon,

  Year 3, Year 4 and All Saints Staff

   

  

• Frank Chapman- Day 2

  Tue 14 Mar 2023

  What a fantastic day! Today has been jam-packed from start to finish. 

  We woke up bright and early, brushed our teeth, dressed in our winter woollies and headed down to breakfast. After we’d munched on cereal and toast, we headed out to our morning activities.

  Across the day there were four challenging activities:

  Mining: in our groups, we were extremely brave and entered the mines. We followed two tracks, crawling on our bellies like an Action Hero. It was pitch black, narrow and extremely tight. 

  Rock climbing: we worked together to attach our harnesses and began tackling the first of the three walls. We were so brave as it was higher than it looked! In true All Saints style, we persevered and worked together.

  Blind lines: we walked deep into the forest to find a set of blind folds and lines of ropes.  In pairs, we followed the lines that led us around an obstacle course. As we carefully navigated our way, one wore a blind fold and the other led. It was really trick!

  Archery: we learnt how to attach our arm-guard, perfect the correct stance and improve accuracy and power. We each had 5 arrows and first began practicing the new skills that we had been taught. After that, the pressure was on! In our teams, we had to see who could shoot with perfect accuracy and power to achieve the highest total.

  After a day of fun and experiences that will last forever, we ate our evening meal (as it began to snow), completed our diaries and settled down with a biscuit and a hot chocolate to watch a film.

   

  We are having the best time! 

  Speak soon,

  Year 3, Year 4 and All Saints Staff

   

   

    

  

• Frank Chapman- Day 1

  Mon 13 Mar 2023

  We've had such a busy day so far, we haven't had a moment to stop!

   

  As we drove up the path towards Frank Chapman, a tree had fallen and blocked the road but luckily it was Team All Saints to the rescue!

   

  Once we had arrived, we unpacked our suitcases, made our beds and then headed down to lunch- we were starving!  After lunch, we headed out for an afternoon of team building.  Together, we persevered to complete a range of challenging tasks- it was great fun!

   

  To complete our first day, we filled our bellies (once more) and then wrapped up to venture out into the forest for a night walk.  To end the walk, we stood under the stars and made a wish under The Magic Tree.

   

  We can't wait to find out what tomorrow has in store for us!

   

  Speak soon

  Year 3, Year 4 and All Saints Staff