34th Nottingham Scouts

Norway 2009, Photo Update 4

34thnottinghamscouts — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:49:56 +0000

Finished! Tomorrow we will be heading back towards Bergen for another nights camping before the flight home, thus this will be the last photo update from Norway 2009. The past few days have seen groups move ever quickly up the highest peaks with all completing Skala – 1800+m and some new routes in a neighbouring valley.

Some photos are displayed below but click on the link for all 50images since photo update 3…

Photo Update 4

Norway 2009, Video Update 4

34thnottinghamscouts — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:29:29 +0000

The final day of walking was a success, and we’ve also indulged in a fjord cruise and touristy drive on one of the days here at Sande Camping. The Explorer Scouts have also taken it in turns to hold the camera so watch out for the more varied content.

Below is a link to the last video from our second base camp…

34th Nottingham Scouts, Norway 2009 Expedition – Update 4 [30 07 09]

Norway 2009, Photo Update 3

34thnottinghamscouts — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 21:49:20 +0000

Tomorrow is a big day – all 3 groups will be attempting Lodalskappa (2000+m), the highest peak in western Norway. However, so far the groups have had two quality mountain days and a lovely day sightseeing - a Fjord cruise on the Geiranger Fjord and a drive up to 1500m to a spectacular viewpoint.

Some photos are displayed below but click on the link for all 58 images since photo update 2…

Photo Update 3

Norway 2009, Video Update 3

34thnottinghamscouts — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 07:10:05 +0000

The group is now at base camp 2, Sande Camping near Loen. Arrival was sunny and all the groups had a pleasurable day out on Arheimsfjellet on Friday. Unfortunately the weather didn’t play along for the attempts on Lodalskappa yesterday, the highest peak in western Norway, however the rest day today promises sun for the Fjord cruise and otherwise scenic tour.

Below is a link to the last video from our first base camp in Fjaerland.

34th Nottingham Scouts, Norway 2009 Expedition – Update 3 [26 07 09]

Norway 2009, Photo Update 2

34thnottinghamscouts — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:35:44 +0000

Tomorrow we’re moving camp to Sande Camping! Today the weather was fairer still (?) with all groups experiencing some element of sunshine. The third and final glacier training group had some lovely views from the ice and the other groups completed their routes faster and further.

In the evening it rained (for a change!) again, however, fingers crossed for a fantastic week 2!

Some photos are displayed below but click on the link for all 49 images since photo update 1…

Photo Update 2

Norway 2009, Video Update 2

34thnottinghamscouts — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 18:35:26 +0000

It’s rained a fair deal so far, however, it hasn’t stopped the groups achieving their daily goals…

Most importantly, all the groups have completed their glacier training day in order that they may successfully attempt the highest peak in western Norway, ‘Lodalskappa’, next week.

Another video update below… enjoy!

34th Nottingham Scouts, Norway 2009 Expedition – Update 2 [21 07 09]

Norway 2009, Photo Update 1

34thnottinghamscouts — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:33:14 +0000

The first week’s walks are well and truly underway with groups overnighting at the Flattbreen Hutte, navigating steep ridges, and crossing snowy/glacier terrain. Some photos are displayed below but click on the link for all 28 images so far…

Photo Update 1

Norway 2009, Video Update 1

34thnottinghamscouts — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 19:30:43 +0000

Hi! We are currently in Norway, 3 days in to our Norway 2009 expedition! The journey here took from leaving Nottingham at 13:00 to the following day at 8am! Camp 1 is now however full in flow.

Today was the first days walking, the rain stayed away and all groups had thoroughly decent view of the fjords and glaciers around us.

We hope to bring you more updates throughout the expedition (wi-fi dependent!) – below is our first video webcast…

34th Nottingham Scouts, Norway 2009 Expedition – Update 1 [18 07 09]

Year 10 Gold D of E Qualifiers

34thnottinghamscouts — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 22:01:44 +0000

Some photos have been posted in our gallery of one of the D of E groups out on the July 2008 expeditions…

Click on the images below for more photos…

Thanks to the leaders and helpers who took part.

Year 9 Training Expedition

34thnottinghamscouts — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:32:09 +0000

Saturday 21st June, the longest day of the year. Two groups each with five members set off on their ~15km routes in, to quote Pete, somewhat “moist” weather. With both groups making good time, they arrived at the Castle Inn campsite to dry off in their tents and prepare their evening meals: pasta and dolmio sauce followed by chocolate roll and custard.

Sunday 22nd June began considerably warmer, yet uncommonly windy for the time of year. The groups left camp around 9.30am to make good progress throughout the day, stopping for an occasional photo…

Click on the images below for more photos…

Thanks to leaders and helpers Ben, Pete, Lizzy, Declan, Steve and Jen