The 2024 jubilee year got off to a great start with a fantastic winter camp. Snow, sun, motivated campers and leaders: all the necessary ingredients were in place for an unforgettable time in the Swiss mountains.
The New Year camp at Grächen (VS) was attended by 28 young people. They had great fun hurtling down the slopes at the Valais ski resort. For some, it was their first experience of snow, while others seized the opportunity to make their first descents of the season. There were skiing and snowboarding lessons delivered by qualified instructors for all levels from beginner to advanced, allowing everyone to get the most out of their winter adventure.
Away from the slopes, the camp leaders devised a varied programme: toasting marshmallows around a campfire, karaoke evenings and board games in the chalet. Moments filled with fun, sharing and laughter.
Campers and leaders rang in the New Year in glorious sunshine and high spirits. On 1 January, they gave their tired legs a rest and visited Zermatt. The group went for a walk and took the opportunity to admire the mighty Matterhorn. After ten days enjoying each other’s company and many memorable moments, the campers returned home with memories to last a lifetime.
Youth Service
of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad,
Alpenstrasse 26, 3006 Berne, Switzerland
Tel. +41 31 356 61 25
youth@swisscommunity.org
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