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Gruppen News
Kandersteg Gruppen USA 2012
Volume 6
 
Kandersteg Expedition 2012

Kandersteg Gruppen is sponsoring another great expedition to Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC) in Kandersteg, Switzerland for Summer 2012. If you missed the 2010 expedition or wish to go again, NOW IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY! Your deposit of $375 reserves your place on the expedition roster. We will be depart Houston on July 9, 2012 and return July 19, 2012.

Kandersteg International Scout Centre –is the dream of Lord Baden Powell and welcomes over 11,000 Scouts and Guides each year from all over the world. We invite you to come and enjoy a 10-day unique International Scouting experience. Be part of an eighty-eight year old tradition of Scouting in the Swiss Alps ... A priceless experience for Scouts and Venturers.

The centre is located in the scenic Bernese Oberland of Kandersteg, Switzerland. The facility is composed of an entirely international staff and welcomes Scouts from all ages, male and female from throughout the world come to it's facilities.

 
How Much Does It Cost To Go?

Approximately $2500 per participant. Adjustments to the cost per person will be made once the final airfare cost is known.  There is no discount for adult participation. Everyone pays the same price.

 

Is there a payment schedule?

We have created a convenient schedule with payments every other month beginning in October. Your initial payment of $375 due October 1st is your deposit. This reserves your place on the Expedition roster. See table below for payment due dates.

 
Pymt Due Date Amount Balance
1 October 1st $375 $2,175
2 December 1st $425 $1,700
3 February 1st $425 $1,275
4 April 1st $425 $850
5 June 1st $425 $425
6 July 1st $425 $0
 
Where should I send my payments?

Send your payments (check or money order) to: Armando Aguirre, c/o Kandersteg Gruppen 2012, 13107 Parkbrook Way Lane, Sugarland Tx 77498. Write the name of the person(s) who the payment is for on the check's subject or note line..

 
Where will be staying?
In Geneva, we will be staying at Geneva Youth Hostel. The remainder of our stay will be on property at Kandersteg International Scout Centre's Chalet. NO TENTS, NO COTS, NO BUGS! Both facilities are hotel style accommodations.
 
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
To download an FAQ and more information, click on this link - FAQ 2012.
 
Kandersteg Gruppen Application 2012
All participants are required to complete an KG2012 application form. After completing the form, mail the form to: Armando Aguirre, c/o Kandersteg Gruppen 2012, 13107 Parkbrook Way Lane, Sugarland Tx 77498. You can also scan the document and email to: Armando Aguirre - aaat620@gmail.com.
 
Itinerary
To download a schedule, click on this link - KISC 2012 Calendar.
 
Day# Wkday Date Activity Location
1 Mon 7/9/2012 Departure - Houston to Geneva Houston, Tx
2 Tue 7/10/2012 Tour Geneva
Stay overnight in Geneva
Geneva, Switzerland
3 Wed 7/11/2012

Depart Geneva for Kandersteg via train (AM)
Arrive Kandersteg (PM) / Check-In

Geneva, Switzerland
Kandersteg, Switzerland
4 Thu 7/12/2012 Free Day / Relax
Tour the Village of Kandersteg
Wet N' Wild Activity
Kandersteg, Switzerland
5 Fri 7/13/2012 Lake Oeschinesee Day Trip + Lunch at Lake
Boblsed Run Activity
International Campfire
Kandersteg, Switzerland
6 Sat 7/14/2012 Stresa, Italy Excursion / Day Trip Stresa, Italy
7 Sun 7/15/2012 Bern Day Trip + Lunch + Dinner Bern, Switzerland
8 Mon 7/16/2012 Flag Break & Welcome
Gasterntal Valley Day Hike + Lunch
International Night & BBQ
Kandersteg, Switzerland
9 Tue 7/17/2012 Aare River Float Trip Interlaken, Switzerland
10 Wed 7/18/2012

Almenalp Cable Car + Lunch @ Almenalp
Free Time - Afternoon + Evening
Pack for Home

Kandersteg, Switzerland
11 Thu 7/19/2012

Depart Kandersteg for Geneva via coach @ 5AM
Arrive Geneva Airport 9AM / Airport Check-In
Depart Geneva for Houston @ 12noon local time

Kandersteg, Switzerland
Geneva, Switzerland
 
How can I stay informed of the Gruppen's activities?
Search facebook.com for Kandersteg Gruppen.
 
Who Should I Contact for More Information?
  Ron Thomas at (713) 205-2425, Email: txsuperscout@gmail.com
  Armando Aguirre at (281) 723-9620, Email: aaat620@gmail.com