kanderactive winter 17/18

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1 kanderactive winter 17/18

2 2 kanderactivewinter17/18 welcome index KISC - The World Scout Centre Lord Baden Powell believed the best way to achieve happiness was to bring happiness to others. He also believed that by exploring nature, working in the patrol system and learning by doing, young people would be able to develop themselves and become active citizens of the World. KISC is B-P s dream come to life. We live true to his beliefs and, through our programme, we encourage Scouts to develop and be agents of peace and positive change throughout the World. Welcome to the World Scout Centre! Felipe Marqueis (BR) Director Information About Us 3 Stay at KISC 4 Catering Options 5 General Information 6 Travel Information 7 Programme Information 8 Suggested Winter Weeks 9 Legend International Friendship Age limit Group size Awards & Badges 10 Evening Activities 11 Activity duration Winter Programme Price Child price (15 and under) Winter Activities 12 Adult price (16 and over) Ski Resorts 14 Departing from KISC Guided Skiing & Snowboarding 16 Equipment Rental 17 Arrival back at KISC Discover Switzerland Day of the Week Difficulty Easy More Activities 18 Discover Switzerland 19 Medium Hard Scout Section Recommendation Cubs Scouts Explorers Rovers Kanderactive Winter 2017/18 credits Production: Andrew Pridding, Katarina Mitrikova, Oscar Holmsten Photos: Lukáš Podolský, KISC Archive, BLS AG Cover photo: Lukáš Podolský Design: Andrew Pridding, Oscar Holmsten, Katarina Mitrikova Printer: Onlineprinters Please note: All information in this booklet was correct at the time of going to press (July 2017). All prices include VAT and are subject to change without prior notice.

3 3 kanderactivewinter17/ about us Kandersteg in winter is a magical experience. From mid December until late March, the snow descends and the Alps become a winter wonderland. Kandersteg is located right in the middle of the action, in the perfect position to enjoy a wide variety of winter activities. The village has two small, quiet downhill ski areas the perfect place to learn to ski or snowboard. With over 70km of marked tracks, it is also one of the leading Swiss resorts for cross country skiing. These cross country ski tracks, as well as winter hiking and snowshoe trails, pass right by our front door. Kandersteg also has a 3.5 km sled run, plus you can try ice skating at the local ice rink. You can even simply relax in our traditional Finnish wood-fired sauna. In winter there are many special events going on in Kandersteg, including the Dog Sled World Championships and the Belle Epoque week, where Kandersteg turns the clock back 100 years, with a costume party, wooden skis and much more. Contact Hours Our Reception is the main place for you to contact to make a booking, or to ask questions about an existing booking. The Programme team also works in Reception, so please contact us if you have any questions about activities. We can be reached in person, on the phone, or on Skype during the following times; if you have a lot to discuss, please call earlier in the day: Monday Saturday 08:15 12:00 14:00 18:00 Sunday 09:15 12:00 14:00 18:00 During the Winter season, the Chalet Shop can be opened daily upon request. This also applies in the Spring and Autumn seasons. Get all the latest fb.me/kandersteg Contact us Kandersteg International Scout Centre Wagetiweg 7, CH-3718, Kandersteg Switzerland Tel: Fax: reception@kisc.ch

4 4 kanderactivewinter17/18 stay at kisc As the World Scout Centre, we have all the facilities you need to make yourself at home; from twin rooms to self contained group houses, we have accommodation to suit all budgets and group sizes. KISC s general facilities are open to all of our guests; these include a souvenir shop, a guest laundry, drying rooms, campsite shelters and different sized campfire circles. To get a flavour of the different options check out the pictures on our website. The Old Chalet The original KISC building dates back to 1906, although it has had many renovations since! The Old Chalet has 180 beds spread over 23 rooms. Room sizes are from 3 to 22 beds; most rooms have bunk beds, tables and chairs and some storage space. Full bedding is provided. The Chalet s facilities include several meeting and common rooms, central heating, modern showers and toilets, and Wi-Fi. Several of the rooms have disabled access. The New Chalet Connected to the Old Chalet, this building has 9 rooms of a higher standard, with 3 single beds in each room. Full bedding is included. The New Chalet is not available from late May until mid September. Shared showers and toilets are provided, alongside meeting rooms. Wi-Fi is available. Kander-Lodge The Kander-Lodge is our newest building, built in The accommodation consists of 18 twin bedrooms, with a bathroom shared between 2 rooms. There is also one twin bedroom and one 6 bed room, each with a private bathroom. Full bedding is included. Facilities include a kitchen, lounge and Wi-Fi. Perfect for families, conferences, seminars and groups looking for a higher standard of accomodation. The Tower This group house consists of 2 buildings on our Campsite that can accommodate up to 57 people, along with a large hall perfect for running activities or dining. The Tower itself has 9 beds, a fully equipped kitchen and the hall, whilst next door the Bunkhouse has 48 beds in 4 rooms, and 2 bathrooms. Bedding is not provided. The Tower is ideal for larger groups who would like privacy while also being close to the Campsite. This facility is ideal for a weekend celebration or special event. The Sunneblick The Sunneblick is a traditional group house close to the Chalet. It sleeps 47 people in 10 bedrooms (3 twin bunk rooms, 3 four bedded rooms and the rest in larger dorms). It has a fully equipped kitchen, dining hall, common room, and it s own garden area, along with free Wi-Fi. The ideal building for group use. Accommodation Prices Accommodation Infants Scouts (6-16) Scouts (17+) Non-Scouts (6-16) Non-Scouts (17+) Old Chalet CHF 9.00 CHF CHF CHF CHF New Chalet CHF CHF CHF CHF CHF Kander-Lodge CHF CHF CHF CHF CHF Tower* CHF 9.00 CHF CHF CHF CHF Sunneblick** CHF 9.00 CHF CHF CHF CHF Campsite CHF 5.00 CHF 8.00 CHF CHF 8.00 CHF All prices includes tourist tax of; under 6 years CHF 0.-, years CHF 1.-, 17+ years CHF 3.- Infants are children aged 5 years and under and are only charged if they require their own bed. * The minimum occupancy charge for the Tower is 30 people. ** The minimum occupancy charge for the Sunneblick is 20 people. For groups with fewer particpants, please contact us to discuss possibilities. Non-Scout groups of more than 30 people will receive the Scout price.

5 5 catering options Catering at KISC At KISC there are a wide variety of catering options available to you. If you want catered meals you can choose whichever meals you would like; meals are canteen style, with a set menu every day. You can also be self-catered. Fill in your catering order form, and send it to Reception at least 48 hours before arrival. Groups of 10+ need to book meals no later than 7 days in advance. For a special treat, why not try the traditional Swiss speciality meal of Fondue a perfect winter warmer! y Dietary Requirements We do our best to cater for guests with dietary requirements, however it is not possible to cover every request. We can cook for vegetarians, vegans and gluten-, lactose- and nut-free diets. We cook all food in the same kitchen and with the same equipment so, if you have a severe allergy, we recommend cooking for yourself. Certain diets, such as food allergies, need to be booked at least 7 days in advance. Guest Kitchens If you are staying with us, you can rent a guest kitchen for CHF 10.- per day and self cater. If your group is small you may need to share the kitchen. Must be booked in advanced, as we have limited availability. Catering Prices Meal Price (per person) Breakfast CHF 7.- Packed Lunch CHF 11.- Lunch CHF 13.- Dinner CHF 13.- All meals should be booked as soon as possible and at least 48 hours in advance. Under 6 years old charged half normal price. Swiss Speciality Fondue CHF Fondue is the perfect ending of a day spent out in the snow. Enjoy breadcubes dipped in delicious melted Swiss cheese together with your group. Food Orders You can make basic food orders through the Centre, saving you the hassle of going down into the village to get your catering supplies. Simply Reception or collect the order form from Reception and bring the completed sheet to the dining hall in the Chalet. You can collect your food from the same place in the morning. More details and prices can be found on our website. Self-Catering options* Accommodation Chalet & Campsite Kander-Lodge Tower Sunneblick Self-Catering Guest Kitchens Kander-Lodge Kitchen Tower Kitchen Sunneblick Kitchen *KISC Catering and food orders are available for all accommodation options, subject to availability.

6 6 kanderactivewinter17/18 general information Booking and Conditions Booking requests can be made on our website. After receiving your request for accommodation, we will check availability and make a provisional booking. If your request is unavailable we may offer you alternative dates or alternative accommodation. Once a booking is made, you will be asked to make a prepayment by a specified date to secure your reservation. This prepayment is due a month after your booking request, or a year before arrival for longer term bookings. You can only make programme, catering and equipment bookings after we have received your prepayment. Scouts and Guides will be given priority during our high season. Booking Cancellation Fees Take care with reservations: every wasted space is a disappointed Scout. If you cancel more than 90 days before arrival, half the prepayment will be reimbursed. If you cancel within 90 days of arrival, the prepayment will be kept. If you reduce the amount of participants within 90 days of arrival, an admin fee of CHF 25.- per person will be charged. Reductions in the amount of overnights within 90 days of arrival are also subject to a cancellation fee; the maximum fee is equivalent to the total cancelled overnights at full price. If you cancel or make changes to catering, meals will be charged in full with less than 24 hours of notice. For full details see our General Terms and Conditions. Website - Our website contains information about the Centre and has many useful tools to help you plan your visit here. Check out the photos to see our various accommodation layouts, read about our exciting winter activities, look at the different ski runs at the resorts around Kandersteg, or check out what the Staff have been up to. It also contains our online booking form - you can use this to book your stay with us. The website has more information on catering, accommodation and activities as well as information on how to become a member of Staff working here at our Scout Centre, details of upcoming events and all the latest news from the Centre. Insurance Please remember that the Alps, and mountain activities, can be dangerous. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and your group are fully prepared for all the activities that you intend to undertake, both in terms of fitness and equipment. The Centre s insurance does not cover you or your group against accidents that may occur during your stay. Emergency rescue in the Alps is often made by helicopter, so please check your insurance policy carefully and make sure that it covers all rescue and medical costs. Weather in Kandersteg Wintery weather can be expected in Kandersteg from any time in November through to May. Most ski resorts and Gondolas are open from mid-december to mid-march, depending on snowfall. If you are travelling with your own transport, then vehicles need to be prepared with winter tyres. See our kit list on page 8 to prepare for any kind of weather.

7 7 travel information Travelling Kandersteg is centrally located in Switzerland and is well connected by road and by Switzerland s world famous train network. By Train Easily located from most European countries with routes via Bern, Basel, Geneva or Brig. For timetables and prices visit Swiss trains are fast, clean and efficient, and often the cheapest way to get to KISC. The Centre is about 25 minutes walk from the village train station. A local bus runs hourly during the high season from the station to the Centre and is free when wearing a Scout scarf. The Centre can provide luggage transfers from the station during office hours, if booked in advance, for CHF 30.- per run. By Plane The nearest international airports are located in Geneva, Zurich, Basel, Bern and Milan. Zurich and Geneva airports have their own train stations and the Swiss train system is punctual and easy to use. By Coach The Centre works with a local coach company that can provide good prices for coach trips in Switzerland. Whether it is a return transfer from an airport, or a day trip to a city, coach transfers offer peace of mind and convenience. For large groups, the price can often be cheaper than the train. Contact the programme department with details of the transfer (flight numbers, dates, group size) to arrange a quote. By Road The European motorway network reaches Spiez 30 minutes drive north of the Centre. From the south, take the car train from Goppenstein to Kandersteg. Please note there are limited car and coach parking facilities at the Centre. If you will travel by Swiss motorway you must purchase a vignette for CHF Scout Transfer Ticket Discounted rail tickets are available to Scouts visiting KISC. These can be purchased from the Switzerland Travel Centre (STC) in London, and can either be posted to you, or collected upon arrival at Basel, Geneva or Zurich airports. These tickets can offer up to 44% off standard priced tickets. For more information, and to purchase these and other international tickets, please visit

8 8 kanderactivewinter17/18 programme information The Programme Staff The Programme Staff work year-round in the Reception at KISC. We have tried and tested our activities and know about many of the possibilities in and around Kandersteg. You can contact us at Get in touch if you have any questions about specific activities or about our activities in general as well as sending us your activity bookings. Please use your booking number in all correspondence. Whether you want to come alone or as part of a group, if you want a full programme or just a little advice, we are here to help! Activity Cancellation Charges We have lots of groups wishing to do activities; once an activity is booked, we have to turn other Scouts away. Occasionally groups do not let us know of changes or cancellations; this leaves empty spaces, and is unfair to other groups. To avoid this and encourage realistic activity bookings, we charge a fee for changes & cancellations with less than 7 days notice. This fee is CHF 5.- or 50% of the cost of the activity per person, whichever is larger. Changes or cancellations within 48 hours of the start of the activity will not be refunded. This applies to all KISC activities advertised in this brochure. If the activity is run by an external company, different cancellation policies will apply and you may have to pay in full. Let us know of any changes about your activities well in advance of arrival. Be Prepared We want to give our guests the best possible experience here at KISC. Preparing yourself and all your Scouts for your visit to Switzerland is an imporant part of this, and so we have designed some Pre-Arrival activities that can be run by you during your regular Scout meeting! To access the material required, please visit: winter kit list Hiking / Skiing Equipment Our activities will take you outside into the Alpine winter which can be unforgiving. It is therefore essential that you and your entire group have correct equipment. If you do not have what we consider to be suitable equipment for one of our activities, then you will be unable to participate. Waterproof winter trousers & jacket Thermal underwear & warm clothes UV/sun protection cream Sun glasses or ski goggles Warm hat and gloves Full water bottle - minimum 1 ltr Re-usable lunchbox Waterproof hiking boots Good hiking / skiing socks Helmet if skiing or sledding Booking Activities Once you have paid your booking fee, you will receive a programme order form. Winter activity bookings open September 1st, 10:00 CET. Our activities are booked on a first come, first served basis, so please start planning your activities as soon as possible, and before September 1st. If you do not book in advance, we may not have staff available to run your desired activities. Please note the minimum ages and group sizes for activities. We require a leader or responsible adult over the age of 18 to be present for all activities. This leader is counted towards the total group size.

9 kisc tip Make sure to book some evening activities. They are a great way to mix with the other Scout groups staying with us, and give an international flavour to your week. See page 11 for more info. 9 suggested winter weeks If you are finding it hard to plan a week of winter activities here at KISC, or are simply looking for ideas, look no further than our suggested Winter weeks. On these pages you will see some examples of how to fill your stay at KISC with activities. These should give you some inspiration of what activities to book. As you can see, it is possible to do a week of just skiing, a week of activities, or a mix of both of these. Winter Activity Week Below you ll find a collection of the best winter activities we offer at KISC. These activities guarantee that you ll have a fun and educational week, while you experience the Swiss Alps in winter time! As being out in the snow all day can be tiring, we recommend a day trip to Bern as a rest day. Winter Activity Adult Child Snow Adventure Day CHF 50.- CHF 40.- Cross Country Skiing CHF 45.- CHF 30.- Gemmi Hike n Sled CHF 40.- CHF 25.- Winter Survival Experience CHF 20.- CHF 20.- More Activities Bern Day Trip CHF 45.- CHF 23.- Unguided Bern Trail FREE FREE Ski Week If your goal is to learn how to ski, or develop your existing skills, we recommend a similar week to the one below. Our KISC Guides will help you throughout the week to improve your technique and to ski safely on the slopes, as well as organising lunches and travel. As our Guides are not professionals, first time skiers or boarders must have lessons with the village ski school on the first two days. Skiing and Rental Adult Child Ski Guiding Kandersteg, 3 days CHF 36.- CHF 36.- Ski Pass Kandersteg, 3 days CHF CHF 67.- Ski Guiding Adelboden, 2 days CHF 50.- CHF 50.- Snow n Rail Pass CHF CHF 98.- Adelboden, 2 days Ski Equipment, 5 days CHF CHF Helmet rental, 5 days CHF 23.- CHF 18.- Group Ski / Snowboard CHF 64.- CHF 64.- lessons, 2 days Activity and Ski Week Get the best of both worlds, and combine winter activities with skiing. Spend some days in the snow sledding and snowshoeing, and finish the week with a few days skiing at Oeschinensee - a perfect resort for beginners! This is the ideal opportunity to try all the different activities on offer here at KISC. Winter Activity Adult Child Winter Survival Experience CHF 20.- CHF 20.- Gemmi Hike n Sled CHF 40.- CHF 25.- Skiing and Rental Adult Child Ski Guiding Kandersteg, 3 days CHF 36.- CHF 36.- Ski Pass Kandersteg, 3 days CHF CHF 67.- Ski Equipment, 3 days CHF 97.- CHF 74.- Helmet rental, 4 days CHF 19.- CHF 19.-

10 10 kanderactivewinter17/18 awards & badges Our Winter Awards and Badges allow you to plan a programme that gives your scouts a varied and exciting week. Whether you want to have a ski focused week, or try your hand at a wide variety of new winter sports, we have a badge that you can work towards.you can also work towards some of our other popular awards with a winter twist. Winter Activity Award CHF 3.- All badge requirements can be found on our website. Please remember that not all activities are always available and you might need to alter the requirements for your individual group. If you are looking to introduce your Scouts to the winter wonderland that is Kandersteg, then this award will provide great suggestions of activities to include in your programme. Swiss Explorer Award Ski Award CHF 3.- This award is ideal for younger Scouts or groups only staying here for a few days. It will help you appreciate Swiss culture and discover Kandersteg and our International Scout Centre. KISC Challenge For those groups that want a full week of skiing, then this award will encourage you to learn more about the popular sport and improve your skills. The Winter Activity Award and Ski Award are both also available as a metal pin badge. The pin badges cost CHF 6.-. CHF 3.- DS HIP FREU E友 情親善 AFT SCH N D MICIZIA A Encourage your Scouts to be challenged during their stay at KISC. To gain this badge you will have to master all 3 areas of our programme - International Friendship, Eco and Winter Activities. F CHF 3.- RI A MI E N TI Eco Award CHF 3.- This award focuses on exploring our unique alpine environment, educating you about current environmental issues and encouraging you to take action. natur nge e kisc c re adve ntu This award focuses on our Mini-Jamboree feeling, and encourages you to explore and develop your interest in other cultures and ways of life. A great way to meet other Scouts from around the world. dship CHF 3.- frien halle International Friendship Award

11 kisc tip Evening activities are available to be booked all throughout the Winter season, not just in the two busy weeks below. Please ask us if you are interested in booking any of these activities outside these dates evening activities Our Winter Evening Programme is designed to allow you to meet Scouts from all over the world and get that real Jamboree feeling. Our activities will run on a weekly schedule during the following dates: 26 th December to the 29 th December, then 11 th February to the 16 th February. Flag Break and Leader`s Gathering Glaciers, Alps & Avalanches Sunday Thursday FREE Begin your international experience at KISC with an official Scout welcome. Wear your Scout uniform, and prepare a song or chant to exchange with your fellow Scouts! Afterwards, Leaders are invited to join us for an informal meeting to give you a bit more info to help you get the most out of your stay at KISC. Winter Olympics Monday FREE Take part in a number of fun races and team activities with Scouts from all over the world. Don t miss this opportunity to beat the rest of the world in different snowsports. You might even get the chance to throw a snowball at a Pinkie! Evening Sledding / Snowshoeing Tuesday CHF 5.- Choose one of these fun winter sports for an exciting Tuesday evening. Why not go sledding on Kandersteg s illuminated sled run? This is a favourite with many Scouts, and suitable for beginners. Or try snowshoeing, a fun activity for Scouts of all ages. Light Trail Wednesday FREE Learn about our exciting Alpine environment in this interactive presentation, finding out many new and interesting facts along the way. Swiss Après Ski Dinner Friday New Year's Eve Celebration December 31 st CHF 15.- Celebrate the end of a fun week of activities with a special Swiss dinner of Cheese Fondue or Rösti. International Campfire Friday FREE A KISC evening classic - a Scouting tradition and an unforgettable night of any stay here in Kandersteg. We invite each group to share a skit, song or dance. 19:00 00:00 CHF 30.- Join the Pinkies, and celebrate New Year s Eve in style, enjoying some hot Glühwein outside at our ice bar, and then a special buffet dinner. Other surprises will follow before seeing in the New Year under the stars. A night not to be missed! CHF 5.- Follow a torch trail through our campsite, stopping to hear inspiring messages along the way, ending with a cozy campfire where you can share Scouting stories. At the campfire, you are invited for hot drinks and a traditional campfire snack.

12 12 kanderactivewinter17/18 winter activities kisc tip All of our KISC Guided activities have group size minimums and maximums. At least one of the group must be over 18 years old and willing to take responsibility for the groups behaviour. Our Winter activities are a great way to get out into the winter wonderland around Kandersteg and try out a variety of winter sports. The main theme for all of our winter activities is fun in the snow! Igloo Building hour CHF 3.- With help from our Staff, learn the age old skill of building a shelter from snow. Depending on the snow conditions you could construct an igloo or dig a snow cave. Can you make one to fit your whole group in? Alpine Animal Explorers 4-15 Valley Snowshoeing New Half day CHF 1.- Learn about the local alpine animals in our newest eco workshop. Together with a staff member, you will explore how different animals survives the winter through interactive and fun games. This activity is designed for younger scouts. +10 years 4-15 Half day CHF 10.- Explore the forests around Kandersteg in this great intro to the popular sport of snowshoeing. Our KISC guides will teach you the basics, and also some fun games along the way. Enjoy a scenic trip up to the Höh viewpoint, or to our magical campsite during winter! Winter Survival Experience +10 years day CHF 20.- On this activity, you will have the chance to learn some skills and techniques that are vital for survival in winter environments. Your KISC guide will take you through snowy forests on snowshoes to a viewpoint above Kandersteg. Along the way they will teach you some winter shelter building, how to find your friends in an avalanche, and some survival first aid. It s a great outdoor wilderness course that KISC offers - empowering and challenging. Bear Grylls - Chief Scout, UK Scout Association Cross Country Skiing +10 years day CHF 45.- CHF 30.- Glide gracefully along the valley floor in this Nordic form of skiing. Kandersteg is world famous for cross country skiing, offering nearly 75km of well maintained tracks that cater for all abilities. This full day activity includes your ski pass, equipment rental and a KISC Guide. Some children close to adult age might need adult skis, and so will be charged adult price. Oeschinen Sledding +10 years 4-15 Half day CHF 25.- CHF 16.- Take the Oeschinensee gondola up to 1682m, then slide down the exhilarating descent on your sled 5km back towards the village. Speed, fun and thrills guaranteed! Perfect to combine with a half day off in the village. The cost of the gondola, staff guide and sled hire is included in the price. Helmets compulsory.

13 13 kanderactivewinter17/ winter activities Snow Adventure Day +10 years day CHF 50.- CHF 40.- Take the gondola to Oeschinensee where you will use snowshoes through the untracked forest in this UNESCO world heritage site. Shoot down the sled run back to Kandersteg where you spend the afternoon trying the unique sport of curling. A great chance to try 3 winter sports. Helmets compulsory. Gemmi Hike`n`Sled +12 years day CHF 40.- CHF 25.- The classic KISC winter adventure taking you along the historic Gemmipass. In the morning, you will hike towards Gemmi, crossing the frozen Daubensee. After lunch, we hike and sled back to KISC. Price includes the return cable car and sled rental. Helmets compulsory. Good level of fitness required. Snowshoeing during Snow Adventure Day Tatelishorn Snowshoe Tour +14 years day CHF 110 CHF Take the Sunnbüel cable car up to 1,934m, before you start the hike towards Tatelishorn (2,500m). Together with a certificed Swiss mountain guide, you will receive practical education in avalanche rescue, how to read avalanche terrain and much more! Reaching the top of Tatelishorn gives fantastic views of the surrounding area, and the tour is a great introduction to winter alpine hiking. The price includes rental of snowshoes, cable car tickets and the mountain guide.

14 14 kanderactivewinter17/18 ski resorts kisc tip For all ski passes, trains or gondola tickets, the following ages apply: Child: 6-15 (under 6 is free) Youth: Adult: 20+ (Kandersteg Adult: 16+) Ski Passes For guests staying at KISC, we offer discounted ski passes for the Kandersteg area, as well as the nearby resorts of Adelboden, Lauchernalp and Elsigenalp. We can also arrange Snow and Rail passes tickets which include both a day s skiing and return public transport from Kandersteg to the resort. Many more options and variations of different ski passes and tickets are available. Contact the programme staff or visit our website for full details and prices. All of the resorts use hands-free keycard lift passes, so please allow a refundable CHF 5.- deposit for each ski pass. Kandersteg Kandersteg has 2 small ski areas which are perfect for those taking their first steps on skis, learning to ski or getting back on skis after a year or more. Oeschinensee is the bigger ski area, with a gondola lift, 2 T-Bar lifts, nursery slopes served by rope tows and 12km of ski runs including a long red piste back to the base of the main gondola good preparation for longer runs at the bigger ski areas. Sunnbüel has 1 T-bar lift and some short, often very quiet pistes at the top of the Sunnbüel cable car. Snowstorm ski school is based at Oeschinensee. Both areas are included in the Kandersteg ski pass. Ski Pass Adult Child 1 day ski pass CHF 38.- CHF day ski pass CHF 75.- CHF day ski pass CHF CHF 67.- Elsigenalp Elsigenalp is a compact ski resort with handy transport links from Kandersteg rail station.this traditional resort has slopes to suit any level of skiing and is often quieter than the larger resorts. The 2 small ski areas of Elsigen and Metsch, reaching a top height of 2288m, range from steep black pistes to wide open mountain sides and an easy blue pisted 600 vertical metre descent through forests to the bottom. Ski Pass Adult Youth Child Snow and Rail CHF 80.- CHF 70.- CHF Kandersteg is ideally located in the heart of the Swiss Alps. If you are looking to travel to some larger ski resorts, KISC is the perfect place to stay. The large world-cup resort of Grindelwald - Wengen and the slopes of Schilthorn, from the James Bond film, On her Majesty s Secret Service, are both accessible within an hour of Kandersteg by car. Adelboden Adelboden is located 50 minutes from Kandersteg by public transport and is one of the biggest ski areas in Switzerland. It has slopes to suit all levels from beginners to advanced skiers, a fast modern lift system, and takes several days to fully explore. We sell both ski passes and 1 day Snow and Rail passes (which include return travel costs by train and bus). Reduced price tickets are available for groups of more than 10 and for families. For a full list of prices, including winter hiking passes, please visit our website. If you are a group of 20 or more people, we can organise coach transport to and from the resort which can work out cheaper and more convenient than the Snow and Rail option. Ski Pass Adult Youth Child 1 day ski pass CHF 63.- CHF 52.- CHF day ski pass CHF CHF 98.- CHF day ski pass CHF CHF CHF 94.- Snow and Rail CHF CHF CHF 49.- Lauchernalp Lauchernalp is located in the Valais region, through the Lötschberg tunnel - 35 minutes from Kandersteg by public transport. With 55km of ski runs between 1419m and 3111m, including long runs starting just under the peak of Hockenhorn. The resort is a hidden gem of Swiss skiing, offering superb views across the Valais alps. We recommend Lauchenalp for more advanced skiers who are looking for steeper and longer slopes. Ski Pass Adult Youth Child Snow and Rail CHF CHF CHF *All prices shown correct at time of printing but subject to change

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16 16 kanderactivewinter17/18 guided skiing & snowboarding Guided Skiing & Snowboarding KISC guides look after you during the day, show you around the ski resorts, and take you to the best slopes to fit your ability. They look after all of the logistics for the day such as travel, navigation around the resort and a good spot for lunch, leaving you free to enjoy skiing! KISC guides can provide hints and tips to improve your skiing but they are not professional instructors and can not replace the role of the ski school. Please note that ski helmets are compulsory for guided skiing. Travel costs to Adelboden & Lauchernalp are not included in price. KISC Guided Skiing - Kandersteg Guided Skiing at Oeschinensee +10 years day CHF 12.- Oeschinensee is a great place for beginners, or to warm-up and get your ski legs back! If you have ski lessons booked, your KISC Guide will be with you all day: as an extra hand in the lesson, and helping you to perfect the skills you learned during lessons during the rest of the day. KISC Guided Skiing - Adelboden +10 years day CHF 25.- Adelboden is much larger than Kandersteg, and our guides will show you all around the resort, taking you to the best slopes for your ability. This extensive resort has over 200km of slopes for your skiing or snowboarding delight! KISC Guided Skiing - Lauchernalp +10 years day CHF 25.- Lauchernalp is best for more advanced skiiers. Our guides are able to take you all around the most exhilarating slopes at this hidden-gem of a resort. The long runs from the viewpoint at 3,111m will be a real test of your skills! Group Ski / Snowboard Lessons +5 years hours CHF 32.- If you have never skied before you must take lessons with the local Ski School, Snowstorm. Their professional ski instructors will teach you the basic skiing skills such as turning and stopping and, as you progress, will teach you more advanced techniques. Lessons are not just for beginners either: anyone can take one to further their skills and techniques. The 1.5h lessons are often split into two 45 min lessons, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. This gives you time to practice what you have learnt later, with your KISC guide. Only available in Kandersteg at Oeschinensee. Book as soon as possible because of limited availability. Private Ski / Snowboard Lessons +5 years hour CHF 70.- A one hour private lesson with a professional ski instructor can get you skiing confidently in no time, or help you to lose bad habits and further improve your technique and skills. A limited number of extra people can be added for CHF 10.- per person.

17 kisc tip Winter Equipment Rental Sled Rental CHF 10.- (per day) All of our KISC Guided activities have group size minimums and maximums. At least one of the group must be over 18 years old and willing to take responsibility for the groups behaviour. Snowshoe Rental CHF 15.- (per day) We have a limited number of sleds & snowshoes available to rent directly from us at KISC. In busy times our staff may direct you to one of the 2 rental shops in Kandersteg where the prices may be higher. Ski Helmets 17 equipment rental Ski helmets not only protect your head, they are comfortable, keep the wind out and look cool too! Helmets are required for all KISC guided skiing, snowboarding and sledding activities no helmet, no activity! We strongly recommend them for unguided skiers and snowboarders too. Oeschinensee offers long and exciting sled runs, or for beginners we recommend the local sled run in the village. Snowshoeing can be done all across the village, or even up around Oeschinensee or Sunnbüel. Ski Rental We work closely with two specialist ski-rental shops in Kandersteg; Grossen Sport and the Alpine Centre. Both shops offer good quality, modern ski equipment at a reasonable price. For large groups, our staff will send you to Grossen Sport, but the Alpine Centre can be better for smaller groups with younger Scouts or youth. Ski rental can be ordered for both shops through the Scout Centre at a discounted price. The prices are slightly different for each shop and both have various options for equipment rental for full price lists please visit our website. Please note, with ski equipment, the adult/child prices are determined by size and what equipment the shop fits to you and not necessarily by age. Please us for more details on adult and child sizes. Prices for ski sets include skis, boots and poles. Grossen Sport Grossen Sport has a wide variety of equipment and can fit skis for large groups efficiently. During busy periods, we may allocate a time for your group to go to the rental shop. Ski Set Rental 1 Day 3 Days 5 Days Ski Set Adult CHF 43.- CHF CHF Ski Set Child CHF 34.- CHF 76.- CHF Snowboard Set CHF 47.- CHF CHF X-Country Ski Set Adult CHF 30.- CHF 64.- CHF 87.- X-Country Ski Set Child CHF 16.- CHF 38.- CHF 59.- Helmet CHF 9.- CHF 15.- CHF 23.- Sleds CHF 11.- CHF 18.- CHF 26.- Snowshoes CHF 18.- CHF 39.- CHF 56.- Alpine Centre Alpine Centre is situated right next to the train station, and their selection of adult, youth and child skis can suit some groups well. Ski Set Rental 1 Day 3 Days 5 Days Ski Set Adult CHF 43.- CHF CHF Ski Set Youth CHF 35.- CHF 82.- CHF Ski Set Child CHF 22.- CHF 51.- CHF 70.- Skis Adult CHF 31.- CHF 72.- CHF 99.- Skis Youth CHF 23.- CHF 54.- CHF 76.- Skis Child CHF 15.- CHF 35.- CHF 49.- Snowboard Set Adult CHF 41.- CHF 97.- CHF Snowboard Set Youth CHF 35.- CHF 81.- CHF Snowboard Set Child CHF 24.- CHF 57.- CHF 80.- X-Country Ski Set Adult CHF23.- CHF 47.- CHF 68.- X-Country Ski Set Child CHF 16.- CHF 31.- CHF 44.- Helmet CHF 8.- CHF 13.- CHF 18.-

18 18 kanderactivewinter17/18 more activities KISC also offers many Scout activities and workshops. Most take just a few hours, so can be combined with time spent exploring Kandersteg, or done on a day you are arriving or departing. World Scout Workshop 1 hour 4 20 CHF 1.- While enjoying this activity, you will learn more about Scouting, KISC and Switzerland through a gi ant board game. Be ready to run for the answers! Juicinator 1 hour CHF 9.- Slide, slip and spin around Kandersteg s very own indoor skating rink. This can also be booked for the evening. Price includes skate rental, helmets recommended. 2 hours CHF 15.- Let the Pinkies introduce you to this unusual and exciting game. Learn the basics of the sport with a guided 1 hour session. Curling is a traditional Scottish game that dates back to the 17th century, and is fun for all ages. Sportsmanship is an integral part of curling. Price includes shoe rental. Culture Crafts 4 20 CHF 8.- Learn about cultures from all over the world. Our crafts are selected based on the five different world regions. Choose two of the five crafts we offer and discover the culture associated to each craft. Team Building All Ages hour Sauna All Ages 1 hour Half day Ice Skating 1 hour 6-36 CHF 3.- Make a delicious, nutritious smoothie using our unique pedal-powered juicing machine. Learn about sustainable, seasonal food in this hands-on workshop + 8 years 4-20 CHF 5.- Sooth away the day s aches in our very own, wood heated, Finnish sauna. Are you brave enough to cool off in the snow too? Allow 2 hours to light and set up. Try this fun activity that challenges groups mentally and physically. Scouts must use cooperation, trust and problem solving skills to successfully complete a range of challenges. Chalet Tour +16 years Campfire Shelter What could be better than a roaring campfire? The Campsite has many shelters and campfire areas to use, and we can provide wood at CHF 6.- per barrel. CHF hour 4-15 Ne w Curling CHF 2.- Interested in finding out more about how KISC operates? Join us on a tour of the chalet and learn about the inner workings of the World Scout Centre.

19 kisc tip Even if you have come to KISC for a week of winter activities, Switzerland has a lot more to offer than just the snow. Visiting a city like Bern or Thun is a great chance to enjoy some Swiss history and culture discover switzerland A full week of activities can be tiring, so we reccommend taking a rest day whilst you are here. Kandersteg is well located to explore Switzerland, whether it is a city visit, relaxing in a pool or just enjoying the beautiful alpine views. Discounted Train Tickets Thun, Brig, Interlaken CHF 38.- CHF 20.- Thun is a beautiful small city, just a short train ride away. Full of picturesque cafes and shops overlooking the river Aare, it s perfect for a relaxing visit. We also sell tickets to the castle, the top of which gives an amazing view over lake Thun. Brig is an interesting city that acts as a link to Italy, Zermatt and Brigerbad Thermal Pools. Interlaken is a shoppers paradise, full of souvenirs and the many watch shops which make it famous. Well-placed for boat trips on lakes Thun and Brienz. Oeschinen Gondola Single: CHF CHF 7.20 Return: CHF CHF This modern gondola takes you to Kandersteg s ski resort, Oeschinensee. Here you can hike around the ski resort on snowshoes, enjoy a hot drink at the café or go down the long and exciting sled runs. Sunnbüel Cable Car Return: CHF 23.- CHF Sunnbüel Cable Car takes you high up in the alps, with great views of Kandersteg and the nearby peaks. Here you ll have the opportunity to visit the local ski resort, or hike your way to Gemmipass. Adelboden Hiking Pass Full day pass: CHF 38.- CHF 21.- Going to Adelboden, but not a skier? Explore the beautiful region of Adelboden along the extensive network of pisted hiking trails and gondolas. Bern CHF 45.- CHF 23.- Kandersteg - Adelboden Bus Visit the capital of Switzerland! With sights for everyone the clock tower, Old Town, shops, museums, a cathedral, and lots more. A popular day for all ages. Our Bern Trail is an excellent way to discover the city and is available year-round. Jungfraujoch Coach Trip 20+ CHF CHF h (one way) Spend an unforgettable day on Europe s most scenic train ride, tunnelling through the Eiger to Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe at 3,454m. Take in spectacular views of the huge Aletsch glacier, visit the ice grotto and much more! Price includes return coach from Kandersteg and all train tickets. Adelboden Return: CHF 36.- CHF 18.- This bus runs from outside the train station in Kandersteg and takes you to the picturesque town of Adelboden. Use these tickets if you are going to Adelboden to use the Adelboden Hiking Pass or if you want to visit a charming Swiss town. Brigerbad 3 hours: CHF 18.-* CHF Full day: CHF 24.-** CHF 18.- *Price inc. Spa CHF 24.- **Price inc. Spa CHF 32.- These thermal pools are the perfect place to relax and enjoy snowy alpine views. A short bus from Brig, you can relax in the naturally warmed indoor and outdoor pools. For an extra cost, adults can enter the Spa, visit the saunas, steam rooms and the thermal cave.

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