Hello! Yesterday I visited Salem International College (Harlen and Spetzgart), both very different to the Schoss and Hohenfels, however the school ethos is very evident. I was able to gain a full overview of all the clubs, challenges and expeditions that they provide their students, very interesting. At lunch I met with several students who are very keen outdoors people, most of whom are doing the International Award Programme (D of E) to discuss their experiences.Today, Thursday I have been with the international exchange pupils visiting the local area. First we visited a bakery and had a go at making pretzels (bit easier than croissant), then we went to Affenburg Salem which is home to lots of storks, deer, swans and carp. The main attraction though is the 200+ Barbary Macaques who live in the forest, Ben you would have loved it! You walk around inside the enclosure and the monkeys come up very close to you, especially if you have the specially prepared popcorn with which to feed them. Then it was on to the town of Meersburg, right on Lake Constance and has one of the oldest castles in Germany for a fact finding challenge. A great couple of days.
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Well done looks like a couple of great days, as you say, Ben would have loved it, can you bring one home for him? You are so lucky to have seen and done so many different things in such a short time.
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Love Mum and Dad.
You seem to be having a fantastic time. It's great being able to catch up with your adventures. Did Hadleigh Bear get to sample a pretzel? What did he think of meeting the Barbary Macaques?
ReplyDeleteWe have been busy here at school with Sports Awards yesterday, Parents evening tonight, Preprep Sports tomorrow and also learning how to salsa ready for non uniform day! Don't ask. We have also been enjoying some lovely weather. Clare
Hi Joanne
ReplyDeleteGreat to read your news and to hear all about your adventures. Looks to me as though Hadleigh has got competition for your affections! Don't think you'll be able to fit the tail in your suitcase though!
Enjoy the next few days.
love LM
I think what Mum and Dad actually mean is - can you please bring home a barbary macaque for me? (and I will give my nephews full visiting rights!)
ReplyDeleteGlad you’re having such a good time – all good here – speak next week Lots of Love
Amanda
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