DUNDEE KZN: Dundee High School at Drakensville camp
On the last day, exhaustion was evident in the prefects' eyes, but they were determined to get the most out of their tour.
Dundee High School’s prefects left for their Prefect Camp in high spirits on January 15. Excitement was evident in their voices as they sang along to various songs and caught up on all the news after the December holiday. After giving the buses a little ‘rinse’ through Ladysmith and taking an alternate route, the impatient teenagers made it to Drakensville safe and sound.
Upon arrival, the prefects were required to change and get ready for their first activity, which was zip-lining over a body of water.
The weather did not allow them to do more outdoor activities and they had to take shelter indoors instead. First, they swam in the indoor pool. Later, in a hall, they were split up into two groups.
The prefects had to work as teams to complete a challenging task.
The task at hand was to move crates with just a rope. What made the task challenging was the rules of the game, which included not stepping into the square that the crates were on. After lots of screaming, determination and extensive teamwork, both teams were able to complete the challenge.
January 16 began bright and early for the prefects. After a filling breakfast, they were escorted to do archery, which was a success and a great way to start the day. The weather was against them yet again, however, and they took part in various team-building activities that focused on developing listening skills and following instructions, as well as developing trust within the group.
On the last day, exhaustion was evident in the prefects’ eyes, but they were determined to get the most out of their tour.
They had to complete an obstacle course and were divided into two groups once again. They had to choose a team leader, a team name and a team spirit-building chant in five minutes. Among the many lessons the prefects learnt on the trip, the main lesson had to be that working together as a team is the best and most effective way to keep the school at its greatest.
The trip created unity in the group and also assisted them with improving their already great leadership skills.
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