Summer Camp 2013 - The Feedback

On Friday 26^th until Sunday the 28^th July eight young people aged 14-17 from around the UK came to an Adventure Centre in Northamptonshire to join us for a full and fun packed weekend. They were supported by staff from the Member Involvement and Volunteer Team along with three very kind volunteers, two of whom sit on our youth panel and one consultant gastroenterologist from Alder Hay Children’s hospital. 

The aim was simple...

   ...to provide young people between 14 and 17 with IBD, the opportunity to meet each other, to share experiences and to have as much fun as possible in the process

Both the participants and even some of the adult volunteers risked life and limb abseiling, kayaking, mountain biking, and going over assault courses. There was also some time just to socialise with the odd kick about with a football and some volleyball, and even an impromptu hill rolling session. 

Some of the more structured activities included team work and problem solving games. In the evenings there was a film night complete with popcorn and a camp fire that included games, a piñata, chocolate bananas and a sudden down pour of rain.

On Sunday we said goodbye and with numbers and emails exchanged, everyone returned home but not without the opportunity for some feedback, so here is some of what they had to say about the weekend

• ‘I was relaxed and had fun’
• ‘I will see you next year’
• ‘Everyone was friendly and made the weekend fun and relaxed’

When asked what they would like to change about the event the response was encouraging with one attendee saying,

• ‘An extra day maybe?’

So if any of this sounds like something you might like to try then keep your eye out on here for next year's events.

Aged 14-17 with IBD? Come to Summer Camp 2013!!

When: 26th - 28th July 2013
Where: Rock UK, Northamptonshire

This year Crohn's and Colitis UK will be holding its first Summer Camp. We have 30 places available for young people, aged between 14 and 17, who have IBD. Held at Rock UK, the weekend will give you the opportunity to meet other young people with IBD.

Can you attend?  

To be eligible, you must:

be between 14 and 17 years old

have IBD

have a parent who is a member of Crohn's and Colitis UK, or be a member in your own right.

To register your interest in attending the summer camp, complete the registration form.

Full flyer here.

Further Information and small print stuff:

Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis

There will be a charge of £20 per person, payable once a place has been confirmed

You will need to make your own travel arrangements to and from the venue, and will be expected to meet your own travel costs

In certain circumstances Crohn's and Colitis UK may be able to help with travel costs - please contact elliot.james@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk to discuss

Meals will be provided

Accommodation will be provided, and will consist of a shared room with en suite facilities. Additional toilet facilities are available nearby

Participants will be expected to arrive on Friday afternoon after 4pm and leave after lunch on Sunday

Crohn’s and Colitis UK does not accept responsibility for the property and valuables of participants, and attendees are advised to take out personal effects insurance