We have arrived!

We have had an action packed, on-the-go-day.  The children have been so well behaved.  The cabin crew on Qantas praised them on their wonderful manners and positive attitudes.  We met Arthur, our guide/coach driver for the week. He has been a font of knowledge on our first drive around Canberra.So - TO BED we go...hopefully that means the children as well...

A word from the children in Group 1...

My first plane flight made me completely freak out - which was aided by 6 Mentos in my mouth - I got through my fear and it was a fantastic flight!  (Sarah)

Mt Ainsley had the best view of Canberra, we could see the War Memorial and both Parliament Houses - it was jaw-dropping. (Riley)

A sneaky crow took my biscuits when I had my back turned!  (Alex)

After Mt Ainsley we  took a tour around all the embassies.  I never thought there would be so many and many of the buildings were very attractive.  My favourite embassy was the Japanese Embassy. (Tom)

Our next stop was lunch - we had sausages on bread and a drink - we got to sit on a big hill - we could see many different famous Canberra attractions - Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin and the War Memorial. (Isabella, Hayley and Cleo)

At Questacon, which is a Science Museum, there were lots of activities, but my favourite was the Free Fall slide - I went on it about 10 times! (Alessia)

I was jealous when others went on the "360" because I wasn't the right size :-( Rachel)

My favourite activity was the earthquake room and I liked how Sarah and Cleo screamed in my ear.  (Isabella)

The automatic Air Hockey robot was amazing as it managed to follow every movement of the puc precisely (Tom)

The Free Fall and the earthquake room were a lot of fun. (Hayley)

When we finally arrived at the Carotel, we found out who our room mates were. Making the beds with flat sheets was really tricky - no fitted sheets!  It is awesome with your BFFs.  It is a great, large room with a TV.  Dinner was fantastic - we had fish, wedges and salad and ended it off with a yummy frozen yogurt!  - So what's for breakfast? (Group 1 girls)

Look out for Group 2's (Keely, Isabella P, Sophie, Andrea, Madeline, Madisson, Lydia Olivia P, Rhys and James) words of wisdom tomorrow...

Only a few sleeps to go!

Some of us have packed, and re-packed, some have not even thought of what is going in the suitcase.  Nonetheless, we are all bursting with excitement about finally receiving those iconic orange beanies and be on our way.  Read what we are looking forward to doing...

Images of St Catherine's in this first part of our blog were taken on past trips. There are links attached to places mentioned in the children's posts - click on those to find out more.

PARENTS and CAREGIVERS...please feel free to leave your comments at any time...

I am looking forward to trying to stay upright on the skis and no cooking for a week - Mrs Peasey

I am looking forward to being allowed to wear a beanie all day EVERY day!  Mr Beiers

I am most looking forward to having the best time with my friends. 

-Tish 

When we go to Canberra I can't wait to have that 5 day sleepover with my friends... and going to the snow! There's so many things I'm going to experience while I'm there! - Rachel

I'm most looking forward to have a 5 day sleepover! - Olivia S

I'm looking forward to the the Freefall at Questecon and the Snow Fields. -Riley

I'm really looking forward getting away from my sister, going to Questacon and going to the snow and throwing heaps and heaps of snowballs at Olivia and Riley. -Lydia

I am really looking forward to going to the snow and throwing snow balls at LYDIA!

-Olivia P 

I am really looking forward to the snow and having a huge sleepover with my friends. -Sarah :) 

I am really looking forward to the snow and Questacon. - Alexia.

I'm looking forward to having snow-ball fights with my friends and going to Questacon to try out the Freefall. -Kathleen   

I am really looking forward to going to Questacon, spending 5 nights with my fabulous friends and going to the snow, throwing snowballs at Hayley! - Alessia

I am really looking forward to going to the snow and going on the plane for the first time, and going to Questacon. -Britney 

I'm looking forward to going to Questacon, the snow and going on a plane.  I have not been on one for a long time.  -Hayley

I'm looking forward to go to go to Questacon and spend time with my friends and go to the snow and also go skiing and have lots of fun. - Wisal 

I'm look forward to go to the  snowfields it will  be lost of fun with my friends. -Lauren 

 I am looking forward to the 5 night sleep-over with my friends and the visit to the snow. I'm hoping for a blizzard. -Josh W

There's so many things I'm looking forward to! Where do I start? I'm looking forward to try skiing a second time. I have bad memories of crashing in the snow the last time I tried skiing. Hopefully, it's second time lucky!  -Michael

 I'm looking forward to the snowfields and throwing snow balls at people. -Emma

I am looking forward to the Australian War Memorial and the snowfields, as I am also looking to feeling snow for the first time. -Sanchia

I am looking forward to going to the snow for the first time, and also going to be stuck with friends for 6 days. :) - Jessica

I am looking forward to going to the snow because it will be fun and I have never seen real snow before! Cleo 

I am looking forward to the Australian War Memorial and the Questicon  -Rhys  

The one thing I'm looking forward to in Canberra is just having fun with my mates for 6 whole days. - Will

I cannot wait to go skiing and have a snowball fight with everyone. -Brodie

I am looking forward to the the snow because I haven't tried skiing yet, also I am going to be with friends for 6 days. - Jasmine F 

I can't wait to go to the snow and spending six days with my friends. -Grace

I'm really excited about Questacon and the snow and everything!! -Sara

I'm really looking forward to spending lots of time with my friends and I'm also exited about going to the Snow. -Spenser 

I'm really excited about the snow and going to Questacon! -Gemma

 

 Can't wait to go to the snow, Questacon and just having a 1 Week sleepover with my friends!!!!! -Andrea

 

Going to the snow and 1 week sleepover with my friends. Jasmine

I can't wait to go to Questacon and try the Free Fall!  -Sophie

I Am really looking forward to going to Questacon and going to the snow for the first time ever!!!- Gabby 

I am really excited going to Questacon and going skiing!! :) - Katy

I'm excited cause where are going to the snow and Questacon!!!-James 

 I am really excited for Questacon its seems so much fun.-Ella 

I can't wait to go to the snow I have never ever been before! :} Isabella K.

I can't wait for the Free fall at Questacon - Catherine

I am really excited for Questacon, especially the "Free Fall". Cant wait! :D- Victor

EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE AMAZING I CAN'T WAIT!     KEELY

I am so excited about Questacon and being able to go to the snow!!!!!!! Isabella P.

I'm really excited about Questacon, it will be lots of fun!!- Madeline R

 I am really going to enjoy the snow because I've never been before!!! - Elissa!!!