Yesterday our Summer Activity programme began with a Mini Medics First Aid Training session where a group of Young Carers learnt basic first aid skills and what to do in an emergency.
We have loads more coming up over the holidays:
What: Horse Riding – FULLY BOOKED
When: Tuesday 2nd August 10am-12.30pm
Where: Parkers Equestrian, Cockermouth
Who: All Young Carers
This will be a 30 minute trek with a 30 minute stable Management, learning about grooming and looking after the horses, plus tack cleaning and plaiting
What: Inflatables pool hire - places still available
When: Tuesday 9th August 11.30am – 12.30pm
Where: Workington Leisure Centre
Who: This is strictly only available to young carers who can swim confidently and are 8 years old or above. Parents will need to sign a consent for to confirm this.
Staff will not be in the pool with children but will be observing at all times. Please do not put your name down for this if you cannot swim.
What: Forest school - 1 place left
When: Wednesday 17th August 10am -3pm
Where: Stocks wood Rosley, Wigton
Who: All Young Carers
Lots of fun activities in the woods, may include:
Learning to tie knots that can be used to make construction ideas come alive, making
dens, safely using a range of tools such as peelers and knives to whittle wood,
billhooks to cleave wood and bow saws. Making fire without using matches and
cooking food like toasted marshmallows, garlic bread or dropped scones. Investigating
local flora and fauna.
Making crafts from natural resources.
A packed lunch will be needed and suitable clothing for all weathers as we will be outdoors even if it is raining.
What: Fire Station Visit - places still available
When: Tuesday 23rd August, afternoon time 1.30pm-4pm
Where: Workington
Who: Young Carers aged 5-10years
Learn about the fire engines and fire safety, fun and informative visit to the Fire Station where firefighters will show us around and teach us about fire safety.
What: Fire Station Visit - places still available
When: Tuesday 30th August, afternoon time 1.30pm-4pm
Where: Workington
Who: Young Carers aged 11- 18 years
Learn about the fire engines and fire safety, fun and informative visit to the Fire Station where firefighters will show us around and teach us about fire safety.
If you are interesting in booking a place on any of these activities please text or phone the young carers mobile on 07531 476 161.
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