The Vercors is a region of France famed for its adventure sports and spectacular scenery. For many of the students on the trip it was an ideal opportunity to not only visit France for the first time, but to also try out many different outdoor activities.
The group consisted of 11 students and 3 staff. The first activity was a fairly gentle 10 km walk through breathtaking scenery. The activities quickly became more intense, diverse and 'different'. The caving was challenging as it involved using inflatable dinghies to cross a 30 m lake at the entrance to the cave. Other activities included rock climbing and an unforgettable mountain bike trip. Probably the most unusual day was when the group went dog-trekking, a method of walking, especially up hill, made much easier by being harnessed to a dog. First the group met their chosen dog, and having made friends and exchanged names the group walked through forests, over hills and through beautiful valleys. By the end of the day both dog and companion were inseparable.
On the return journey was an overnight stay in Paris. The week was such a great success.
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