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Reservations


Facilities

  • What are the sanitary facilities like?
    At the Hut there are 2 blocks of 3 toilets and 3 showers and a seperate sink avalaible. The showers are free of charge, you can press the button 4 times and you receive 1 minute of (almost always warm) water. On the sportveld we have another toiletblock with 4 toilets and 2 sinks. At Heurkensveld are two very simplistic toilets present, you have to flush these with pomping water. At Tommesbos you have to dig your own latrine.
  • Are there refrigerators avalaible for provisions?
    There are 5 refrigerators (table model) and 1 freezer avalaible for general use for all campers. These are ment for perishable products and not for alcoholic beverages. Your (group)name must be on every product.
  • Is there electricity at the camping sites avalaible?
    In principal no electricity is avalaible. At a few camping sites we can connect electricity, but this is only avalaible for specific groups (large groups, disabled groups or for specific medical indications). When you make a reservation, mention you want to use electricity and for what purpose.
  • Is there Wi-fi at St. Walrick?
    No, there is not. In the Hut there is a computer which is connected to internet. The usage of the computer is for staff members only.
  • Can I recharge my telephone?
    Yes, in the Hut we have several charging points avalaible for staff members, free of charge. They are not meant to be used for youth members.
  • Do you do waste seperation?
    We seperate glass, paper, fuel waste and batteries, all of the other waste falls under ‘restafval’. The disposal of theme material, broken chairs or tents is your responsibility and is not allowed at St. Walrick’s. For more information about waste seperation, look here.
  • Can I make a fire at my camping site?
    Yes, provided you make it on the fire stone in the fire container (loanable at the Hut). Off course a bucket of water and a shovel need to be present also. In the event of drought, additional measures apply or a general fire prohibition.

Hikes and activities

  • Are there any hikes available?
    www.stjoristocht.nl The nature trip is about 5 kilometers including little assignments that have to do with nature and the environment.
  • Is it possible to build rope or zip lines?
    Yes, on your own terrain and provided you bring your own material. You can’t cross paths, roads and need to consult with the camp staff previous of building your lines. When your own terrain is not suited for building, you can consult with the camp staff to see if there is another terrain avalaible. The trees must be protected with jute (or something similar) so no damage is done. The use of these lines is at your own risk.
  • Are there games we can borrow?
    Yes, there are several games you can borrow. Among them are Kubb (Bowler), domino, big mikado and frisbees. Furthermore we have a large offer of nature education programs. For the full offer click here.

Pets

  • Are dogs or other pets allowed access on the terrain?
    Yes, dogs are allowed, provided they are one a leash. Of course walking the dog must be done outside the terrain and dogs are not to cause any inconvenience to other campers. Droppings must be cleaned up. Pets other than dogs are only permitted after prior consultation.

Material

  • Is there firewood?
    Yes, there is firewood. You can gather wood on your own terrain, off course leaving the wooded banks alone. Furthermore, you can buy firewood.
  • Can I use the luggage carts for everything?
    No, they are only ment for luggage or pionering wood. They are especially not ment to transport people or to use as a table or something. After usage you are to transport them back to the assembly point.
  • Can I chop down or saw a dead tree?
    No, there is no chopping or sawing in standing trees, either dead or alive. Processing the bark of a tree is not appreciated. No chainsaws may be used on the site.

Camping with disabilities

  • Is there electricity at the camping sites avalaible?
    In principal no electricity is avalaible. At a few camping sites we can connect electricity, but this is only avalaible for specific groups (large groups, disabled groups or for specific medical indications). When you make a reservation, mention you want to use electricity and for what purpose.

Parking

  • Where can I park my car?
    This is possible in the parking lot at the ‘sportsveld’. You will receive 2 parking tickets per reserved site. If there are more cars, they can park in the parking lot of the Heurkensveld. Cars for Tommesbos can park in front of Tommesbos.

ScoutShop

  • What assortment do you have?
    We have a limited range, mainly consinsting of small materials, such as flashlights, pocket knives, books, tie rings etc. We also sell the scoutfit blouses and the 100% original sweaters. If you want to order something or ask if something is available, mail with ScoutShop.
  • Can I also order things?
    Yes, this is possible, send an email to ScoutShop and they will order it for you and you can pick it up in our Scout shop. In the winter period it may take a little longer before it arrives.

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