On the penultimate day the group ventured across the Arran to the island's capital of Lamlash. Here they observed the non-native species which were taking over the land and choking the life out of Arran's humble plants. They spent the day measuring the invasive species, contributing to the aim of controlling their spread.
The tired conservationists rewarded themselves with a sunny trip to the pier with the local delicacy- ice cream.
After returning to Brodick the residential leaders decided these young explorers needed a new challenge- to make it across the bay to Shore Lodge, all alone. They forged new routes across the beach and terrifying golf course- careful not to annoy the locals.
Finally, having successful navigated back to Shore Lodge, the general consensus was that a dip into the sea was a suitable reward. Despite the icy cold scottish waters they waded bravely into crystal clear waves. Slowly they got used to the chilly water (or perhaps their legs just went numb) and they showed off their prowess in swimming and a slightly dangerous game of catch the rock.
Returning back to the lodge the soggy adventures enjoyed steaming showers and finally prepared the feast for the last night- homemade pizza followed by jelly and ice cream, a perfect conclusion.
So now, as they gather and discuss all the information they have gleaned over the past 5 days, they reflect on their shared experiences. Another section of the Gold DofE complete- one step closer to the final goal.
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