BSumC2018 (Big Summer Camp)
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After a year out, OutdoorLads Big Summer Camp is back for 2018 and this year we are heading to West Sussex to Worthing Rugby Club, situated between Chichester and Brighton on the South coast.
Where this camp differs from most of the smaller camps we organise is that we don't just plan the outdoor activities - we also bring everything together for you in one place. So not only will there be plenty of daytime outdoor activities but also evening entertainment, food and drink.
We have exclusive use of the site so it makes it much easier to get to know other members as you can be sure that everyone you meet is a member of OutdoorLads (or Rugby Club staff).
We've a range of activities in and around our the coastline and the South Downs, for you to do as much (or as little) as you desire! We have a range of day walks and paid activities on offer, alongside our setlist of daytime activities we also offer evening entertainment plus food and drink throughout the day.
In the evening, the bar is open until the early hours with entertainment on the Saturday and Sunday evening.
EVENTS
You'll find all the events by selecting the BIG EVENTS icon on the OutdoorLads homepage or by following the links below. Events go live on the morning of Saturday 28th July 2018 at 10am for Saturday events and 11am for Sunday events.
Friday Events - Available to book from 9:45am on saturday 28th July
Caravan, Motorhome or Caravan Space £10 Book here
Saturday Events - Available to book from 10am on Saturday 28th July
Kayaking and Multi Activity Day £49
Raft Racing and Multi Activity Day £49
Go Karting £30
Sunset Paddle £25
Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson £29
Stand Up Paddleboard (Hire only - no instruction) £20
Cycle: Coasts, Rivers, Downs and Trails of Sussex
Walk / Brewery Trip: Live at Langham's
Walk: 17 mile circular with a pub stop
Fancy being an OutdoorLads Walk Leader? (leader training)
Walk: Patching to Arundel Circular - Saturday
NEW!!! Cissbury and Chanctonbury Rings Walk
Sunday Events - Available to book from 11am on Saturday 28th July
Raft Racing and Multi Activity Day £49
Quad Biking £49
Dinghy Sailing and Multi Activity Day £55
Pub Paddle £35
Road Cycle: To Brighton and Beyond!
Walk: Patching to Arundel Circular
Road Cycle to Shoreham Naturist Beach
Walk: Arundel Big Summer Circular
On Sunday afternoon, we'll also be having a "Meet the Brewer" event back at site (2pm) and late afternoon will be the BIG OutdoorLads Summer Fete - with all the fun of the fair and a silly sports day!
CAMP SITE INFORMATION
The camp is in a fantastic spot on the south coast, less than 2 miles from the sea and South Downs on the doorstep. The site is easily accessible with good public transport links both from the A23, A27 and local rail.
Camp Facilities
- Licenced Bar
- Food served every day
- Hot showers
- Toilets & wash rooms
- Changing areas
- Washing up area
- Drinking water taps
- Tent pitches
- Floodlit camping area on Friday evening
Camp Rules
- No glass policy. This is a rugby club with pitches - this rule will be strictly enforced
- You must respect other campers and their property
- Quiet camping between 23:00 and 07:00 - there are designated areas to socialise and talk away from peoples' tents
- Please pitch tents at least 6 feet / 2 metres apart. Any closer and it represents a fire risk
- Campervans, caravans or motorhomes only permitted if you have a booked and confirmed a campervan / caravan / motorhome place (available separately at additional cost here.) No awnings allowed. Maximum of 15 campervans / caravans / motorhomes, all of which must be on the designated hard standing area. You will NOT be able to arrive in such a vehicle and park it in the car park. Note - these rules are imposed by the venue.
- No dogs on site - this is a rugby club with pitches. This will be strictly enforced.
- Open fires are not allowed at all. BBQ's also are not allowed, due to the extremely dry ground this year.
- You are responsible for keeping your camping area clean and tidy - please ensure it is left in the state you found it when you leave
What to bring
If you haven’t been camping since you were in the Scouts here is what you need. If it’s your first trip you are likely to want to get away with the bare minimum.
- Tents start off relatively cheap but as they say you get what you pay for. These tend to start from £10 upwards (‘festival tents’) that are light and do the job – but only just. You may find that they leak, break or blow away.
- A thin foam ‘carry mat’ is good to sleep on (under £10) and you can use your clothes to make a pillow. Or if you have the room places like Tesco often sell air beds that cost as little as a fiver.
- Don’t forget you will need something to sleep in. You can buy a sleeping bag from as little as a tenner. This will tend to be thin but will do the job at most summer camps. At camps later in the year you will want something warmer though.
- Some places such as Argos/ASDA sell camping sets where you can buy a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat and a lamp for approx. £50-£60.
- If you have friends that camp you may find it beneficial to talk to them first and they may even lend you some kit.
- You can easily beg a cup of tea from more seasoned campers – but it helps if you have a cup, and don’t forget a plastic glass if you like your wine! If you are coming by car, a folding chair (£10) is great. As you may be sitting outside late into the evening. Some proper warm clothing always comes in handy – even in the summer. Don’t forget a torch, or you may never make it back to your tent. Finally, ear plugs are always a great idea.
Once you have been once or twice you will know what kit you need to be able to cook a full English breakfast and host a party for 8 in your tent. Until then the above basics will see you right.
The above information will help you with the camp its self, depending on the activities you choose to do you may need to bring further kit. However its worth noting that any of the activities where special kit is need it will be provided, in most cases all you will need is walking boots, clothes, and a small back-pack (bring a few changes of clothes and footwear).
Food & drink
We will be serving breakfast and dinner which is available for you to buy from the bar area, alongside a range of light snacks throughout the day. The bar (and maybe the outside bar too!) will be open throughout the day for your use. Alternatively, you can bring cooking equipment and cook for yourselves, but you must not light fires, and stoves / BBQ's must be kept off the grass to avoid damaging the pitches.