Icelandic Horse
Connection
FEIF Youth Camp
In 2001 the official FEIF Youth Camp will take place in
Canada. It will be held at Vindsdalur Icelandic Horse Farme. Hosts are
Vindsdalur Icelandic Horse Farm and the Canadian Icelandic Horse Association
(I hope this is the correct name). The farm is situated near Fort St. James
in West-Canada, right at Lake Stuart, the biggest lake in British Columbia.
There are 15-20 Icelandics at the farm (there will be more during the camp)
and 20 - 30 sled dogs. The youngsters will accommodated in tents. There is
no electricity, but nature pure. Young persons from 12 - 18 can participate.
As for once the venue is very close to your Americans and Canadians, I
thought you should be informed as soon as possible, so you can take the
necessary steps to ensure your kids get a place in the camp.
I'm sure this will be a great experience for the youngsters. Usually there
are young people from all FEIF countries participating in these camps. It is
a wonderful opportunity to get into contact with Icelandic maniacs from
other countries, have a lot of fun together and make friends.
Information submitted by Jasmin
The next FEIF Youth Camp will take place July 18-28, 2001, in West Canada.
The place is the Vindsdalur Icelandic horse farm near Fort St. James, which
is situated at the third largest lake of British Columbia, the Stuart Lake.
Next big town is Prince George, 1 ½ hours drive from Fort St. James.
The
farm is placed directly at the Stuart River and covers about 80 hectars. The
farmhouse is a loghouse and the participants of the camp will be lodged in
big tents. Life will be simple, as there is a generator, but no power and
washing will be more in the river "running in the backyard," as Lisi Ohm
says.
At the farm are about 15 Icelandic horses (more will be there when the
camp takes place) and 20 to 30 sled dogs. The wilderness starts out the
front door. Camp activities will include a four-day canoe tour down the
Stuart River into the Nechako River, trailrides, a visit to Fort St. James,
beach days on the riverside, and fishing.
Interested youngsters from 12 to
18 can take part in the camp. They can apply in their country by contacting
the Board or the youth representative. Cost will be approximately 950 DM (or
$450; but check the current rate of exchange for the actual dollar value),
which includes transfers, the nine days at the camp with full board,
excursions, and all activities. Applicants are responsible for their own
transportation to and from the youth camp.
The USIHC will sponsor two children to the amount of $250 each, which will
be awarded in the form of a credit towards the cost of the camp. Each
FEIFcountry can send a maximum of two applicants. Any unfilled applicant
spots will be given away to the other countries. All applicants need to
submit a letter stating they want to attend Youth Camp. One applicant per
letter. This letter is to be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Winners
will be decided with a drawing on New Year's day 2001. Karin Segal and The
United States Icelandic Horse Congress accept no
liability involving accident, injury, loss of life, property loss or damage.
For more information, contact: Karin Segal, 427 W. Spazier Ave., Burbank, CA
91506; 818-569-7460.
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