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TAYLORIAN 2024 TR I PS

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Ski Trip to Canada

D uring the February half-term we travelled to Jasper, which is often referred to as the most striking place in &anada from the Yery first morning it was clear why. It was a brutally cold start to the day at minus twenty degrees, but this was immediately overshadowed by an epic sunrise over the snowy mountains which enclosed the town. Throughout the week we enjoyed full days of skiing. My group had the privilege of having Mr Firestone with us, which allowed us to witness many minor wipeouts. A large amount of our time was spent learning how to do jumps, and on the Friday afternoon we were lucky enough to be given an area of a slope that we could race on (thanks to Mr Firestone completing an immense amount of paperwork). The highlight of the race was most certainly James Jackson’s skilful navigation on only one ski. We are very grateful for all the teachers who helped to make it such a good trip, and a very special thanks to Mr Shirley and Mr Firestone for organising it. Simon Peart (L6th)

Surf Trip to Fuerteventura

“The surf trip was an action packed week, with up to three hours of surfing per day and plenty of other activities such as yoga pool or football to fill the afternoons.” Xander Mardle (Divs)

“The surf trip to Fuerteventura was an incredible experience, allowing me to try a sport which is not so freely on offer in the UK.” Joshua Rhodes (Divs)

“We conquered the waves, ventured to pristine shores, and etched memories into our hearts.” Haroon Shareef (Divs)