The sun shone

Well, it has been a full day and it has been a fun day here at Higher Ground!  The sun shone for us and kept us warm during the day and this evening we had to rely on the fires in the hall to do the same!

After breakfast we had our Connect time with lots of fun singing action songs which were followed by the volunteers doing a re-enactment of the Good Samaritan (South African version!)

It was time for a hike next, up into the hills to enjoy the beautiful view and then back to camp for a juice break followed by our late morning activity of Music and Parachute Games.

A busy morning deserved a good lunch and then a rest time before hitting afternoon activities.

First on the afternoon schedule was the Obstacle Course.  Everyone did so well and was so brave, especially Tim who was nervous but determined and completed the entire set of balancing beams.  He was so proud of himself and so were we.

After a juice break it was time for drama where all kinds of improv was done and games played.

Guys and girls time came next.  The guys chatted around the braai while the meat was cooked while the girls bonded in the lounge and were pampered with manicures and pedicures.

A delicious braai for dinner filled everybody’s tummies and then it was into the hall for the evening programme – a Game Show.  Team work was the name of the game and each person in each team had a chance to answer questions. 

After another busy day camp has gone quiet as campers tuck up into their warm beds to recharge again for another exciting day at Higher Ground.

The Beginning

Day 1 of our camp for young adults with an intellectual impairment has been incredible. It's a simple equation - your sons and daughters are some of the most incredible people we've had the honor of meeting. Add to that a group of dedicated, loving, fun volunteers. It's a recipe for success!

Fires burning in the hall welcomed campers this chilly Monday afternoon. Those who didn't join in the impromptu soccer warmed themselves around the fire and caught up with friends, new and old.

At 4pm it was time for a Scavenger Hunt. Everyone joined in and enjoyed the challenge of trying to be the first team to finish. A great way to learn the layout of camp and get to know new people.

After that it was time for "Getting to know you" games. Fun and creative ways of learning everyone's names. 

From there it was time for our daily guys time and girls time. The girls huddled around the fire in the hall and chatted while the guys went out to gather firewood for the campfire.

 

 

Dinner tonight was delicious roast beef, roast potatoes and veggies followed by 'cookies and cream' ice cream. Yum yum!

Walking out of the dining room campers were welcomed by a roaring campfire. Songs were sung and games were played. Michael enjoyed staring into the fire and Ross joined in every song enthusiastically!

What a great day!

As you can imagine, after such a fun-filled and busy afternoon, lights are out now and campers are in their warm beds charging their batteries for a day of fun, friends and adventure.

If we can't post photos tonight they'll be included in tomorrows blog. 

Tune in tomorrow for more Higher Ground happenings!