Information for Groups Leaders
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If you have not been on the
Venturer before we advise that you arrange a visit to the boat before
your trip. Please ensure that you bring an appropriate number of staff/carers
to look after the needs of the individuals in your group. |
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Making Your Booking |
Telephone the office to reserve a date then complete the Booking Form and Passenger Record Form. Make copies
of them for your own records and send the original forms to the office with your
payment. On arrival at the boat, please give a copy of the Passenger Record
Form, with any last minute changes, to the Mate. |
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Preparing For Your Trip |
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During the voyage your group is likely to spend most of the day outside, please
ask everyone to wear suitable clothing - trousers, a fleece, a
windproof/waterproof jacket and flat soft soled shoes e.g. trainers. Even in the
summer the wind-chill factor on the river can be considerable. If the weather is
bad, please ensure both your clients and staff/carers bring a warm jacket, hat
and gloves - several thin layers of clothing is the best way to keep warm. When
the weather is hot and sunny, do not forget to bring suntan lotion, sunglasses
and hats. Once on board, please encourage your group to drink plenty of water to
avoid dehydration. Umbrellas can be useful for providing shade on deck, but
please do not bring very large umbrellas as they can obscure the view from the
steering position.
"I
would like to say how much we all enjoyed our day afloat. The crew were
very helpful and despite the weather it was a lovely day out for all of us."
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Kit List for Residential Voyages |
Please ensure
your group bring the following, packed in a soft bag which can be easily
stowed away:
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| Sleeping bag |
Jumper/Sweatshirt |
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| Pillow |
Fleece |
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| Pillow case |
T shirts |
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| Wash bag |
2 pairs trousers |
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| Towel |
Shorts |
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| Handkerchief/tissues |
Socks |
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| Sun tan lotion |
Underwear |
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| Torch |
2 pairs soft soled shoes |
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Waterproof jacket & trousers |
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Please note the River Thames Boat Project cannot accept responsibility
for mobile phones, MP3 players, cameras, binoculars, jewellery, money,
credit/debit cards or other valuables brought on board.
Download the kit
list |
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Equipment |
On board the Venturer
there are binoculars, books, information packs about the river and educational
toys. Your group is welcome to make use of them during your visit, but please
ensure they are left on the boat for future groups to enjoy. |
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River Safety
Code |
Staff/carers/parents bringing a group of children or young people on board
should ensure that everyone knows our
River Safety Code before the voyage. |
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