Chamonix, Summer 2015
Training Sessions Training Sessions - This is a NYAA expedition 17th May - Dover Campus Route planning and Menu Planning Assigned groups 31st May Finish Route planning 6th June Mc Richie walk - Test all your kit
Planning and Procedures Support on Expedition • IPAL • First Aid • Medical Provision • ISOS Support • UWCSEA Duty Manager • Insurance • Communications
iPAL
Support on Expedition.. • Outdoor Education Specialists • Third Party Provider • Local knowledge and ISOS support • Detailed plans and a proven route
ISOS – Service Contract • Evacuations included • Highest level of coverage • $7 per student / day • Daily support
International SOS & UWCSEA Duty Manager • Before, during and after expeditions (SOP’s) • ISOS and the UWC Duty Manager have IPAL • ISOS flag us up at their morning briefings – security and medical. • ISOS – ERPs Emergency Response Plans • With prior knowledge of our movements they can pre-empt an incident
Communication with Parents during the trip • What communications can you expect as a parent? • Updates by email • If you need to know anything we will inform you Dover Duty Manager +65 67740335 East Duty Manager +65 97215344
Pick up and drop off Point Geneva Airport or meet directly at Chalet Beaumont Chamonix Online transport option form - Please fill out if haven't done so already
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Equipment For Expedition Chamonix
The New Kit List
Key Pieces of Kit
Boots
3 Season Trekking Boot • Ankle support • Waterproof • Suitable trekking socks to go with them
Pack • 50-60ltrs – fit all your kit for 3 days’ trekking • Fits you • Has hip and chest straps
Waterproofs A void ….ponchos ski clothing anything too thick
What to look for in a waterproof Fabric • Coated vs Membrane • Examples of membrane fabric - Gortex and event Features • Hood • zips - water resistant, covered, waterproof
Sleeping Bag ● Rated at 0- 10 comfort level ● 2 seasons +
Layers
Where to Buy Cotswold Discount Code AF-UWCSEA-D7
Reduce the amount of stuff !!! • Can you share shampoo? • Your camping bowl can be a sealed box container which can be used for lunches too! • Bring only what’s on the kit list … do not over pack!
First training session May 17th Thank you
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