A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Sport' Camp/On the program: 5 full days of horseback riding between 800 m and 1700 m above sea level through viewpoints with nights in a tent + 1 visit to the village of La Chappelle-en-Vercors.
Thanks to this equestrian hike, children will go on an adventure on horseback. It is therefore necessary to be able to ride and control the horse over long stages of one day.
The ideal opportunity to get out of your usual comfort by participating in the tasks of life while roaming and to live an immersive experience as close as possible to fauna and flora.
This equestrian hike allows you to discover the Ambel plateau, the Font d'Urle plateau, the Font d'Urle plateau, the Vassieux-en-Vercors plateau, the butter plateau, then the mythical Highlands Nature Reserve (the largest nature reserve in France), dominated by the Grand Veymont which culminates at more than 2400 m.
For graduates of the French Equestrian Federation: possibility of taking the bronze rider hiking diploma free of charge.
For non-licensees: possibility of taking the annual federal license on site (annual license cost: 25 euros).
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Sport' Camp/ This itinerant trip is offered by one of our partners for riders aged 13 to 17 who wish to discover the Vercors Regional Natural Park on horseback for a week (4 to 6 hours of equestrian roaming per day).On the program: 5 full days of horseback riding between 800 m and 1700 m above sea level through viewpoints with nights in a tent + 1 visit to the village of La Chappelle-en-Vercors.
Thanks to this equestrian hike, children will go on an adventure on horseback. It is therefore necessary to be able to ride and control the horse over long stages of one day. The ideal opportunity to get out of your usual comfort by participating in the tasks of life while roaming and to live an immersive experience as close as possible to fauna and flora.
This equestrian hike allows you to discover the Ambel plateau, the Font d'Urle plateau, the Font d'Urle plateau, the Vassieux-en-Vercors plateau, the butter plateau, then the mythical Highlands Nature Reserve (the largest nature reserve in France), dominated by the Grand Veymont which culminates at more than 2400 m.
For graduates of the French Equestrian Federation: possibility of taking the bronze rider hiking diploma free of charge.
For non-licensees: possibility of taking the annual federal license on site (annual license cost: 25 euros).
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Partenaire UCPA- The discovery of horseback riding, supervised by qualified and experienced instructors
- Immersion in nature throughout the stay (large spaces, transhumance herds, horses in freedom, local flora and fauna...)
- The possibility of taking the bronze rider diploma free of charge for FFE licensees
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Partenaire UCPA
- The discovery of horseback riding, supervised by qualified and experienced instructors
- Immersion in nature throughout the stay (large spaces, transhumance herds, horses in freedom, local flora and fauna...)
- The possibility of taking the bronze rider diploma free of charge for FFE licensees
Included
- All inclusive accommodation and catering
- The activities mentioned in the program
- Framing
- Collective and sports equipment
Not Included
- Transport
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1:
Arrival between 17:30 and 18:30 at the equestrian center Le Vercors à Cheval - Les Drevets - 26420 La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Arrival between 17:30 and 18:30 at the equestrian center Le Vercors à Cheval - Les Drevets - 26420 La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Possibility of reception at the Valence TGV station.
Reception, installation and night in a tent at the center.
Reception, installation and night in a tent at the center.
During your stay
Day 2: La Chapelle-en-Vercors/Lente
Departure for a horse ride with passage through the Révoulat farm and a viewpoint on the Grands Goulets.
Departure for a horse ride with passage through the Révoulat farm and a viewpoint on the Grands Goulets.
Crossing the Loscence plain, then the Lente national forest. At the Col de la Machine, panorama of the Combe Laval circus.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 3: Lente/Ambel
Continuation of the equestrian hike in the Lente forest. Discover the Bronze Fir, the most majestic spruce on the Vercors plateau. Passage through the Planotte forest track and the alpine pasture of the Ambel plateau. Picnic in the middle of pastures and herds.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 4: Ambel/Vassieux-en-Vercors
A day of horseback riding to the plateau and the Font d'Urle mountain pasture, between herds of horses and sheep, via the Pas de l'Infernet (1650 m). Possible observation of marmot, chamois and mouflons. Descent to the Vassieux-en-Vercors plateau.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 5: Vassieux-en-Vercors/Pre-Grandu
A day of horseback riding through the Vercors Highlands Reserve, the largest nature reserve in France. Passage through the Queyrie plain and its Roman quarries, then Mont Aiguille and Grand Veymont, the highest point of the Vercors Plateau at 2341 m.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 6: Pre-Grandu/La Chapelle-en-Vercors
Horseback riding on the Vernaison Valley via forest paths. Ascend to La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 3: Lente/Ambel
Continuation of the equestrian hike in the Lente forest. Discover the Bronze Fir, the most majestic spruce on the Vercors plateau. Passage through the Planotte forest track and the alpine pasture of the Ambel plateau. Picnic in the middle of pastures and herds.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 4: Ambel/Vassieux-en-Vercors
A day of horseback riding to the plateau and the Font d'Urle mountain pasture, between herds of horses and sheep, via the Pas de l'Infernet (1650 m). Possible observation of marmot, chamois and mouflons. Descent to the Vassieux-en-Vercors plateau.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 5: Vassieux-en-Vercors/Pre-Grandu
A day of horseback riding through the Vercors Highlands Reserve, the largest nature reserve in France. Passage through the Queyrie plain and its Roman quarries, then Mont Aiguille and Grand Veymont, the highest point of the Vercors Plateau at 2341 m.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 6: Pre-Grandu/La Chapelle-en-Vercors
Horseback riding on the Vernaison Valley via forest paths. Ascend to La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Last day
Day 7:
Visit the village of La Chapelle-en-Vercors. Horse care. Equipment storage and upholstery maintenance.
End of stay on Saturday at 1 pm.
Visit the village of La Chapelle-en-Vercors. Horse care. Equipment storage and upholstery maintenance.
End of stay on Saturday at 1 pm.
Departure by coach at 13:30 for Valence-TGV station (arrival at the station at 15:00).
Possibility to advance your departure by notifying the center 48 hours in advance.
Possibility of combining two stays with care offered between the two courses (accommodation, catering and supervision).
This program is for information purposes only. It may be modified or adapted according to technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
Possibility to advance your departure by notifying the center 48 hours in advance.
Possibility of combining two stays with care offered between the two courses (accommodation, catering and supervision).
This program is for information purposes only. It may be modified or adapted according to technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
SPOT
The Vassieux-en-Vercors plateau
Vast plain of southern Vercors
The large plateau of Vassieux-en-Vercors is a vast plain located in the southern part of the Vercors National Natural Park, in Drôme. It is bordered by ridges including the But of Nève, the But Saint-Genix, the Puy de la Gagère or the Col de la Chau. The huge “lawns” invite you to go on long horseback rides in summer or long cross-country skiing trips in winter. Many hikes are offered to lovers of wild fauna and flora. Marmots, vultures and chamois have taken up residence in these magnificent landscapes.
Hosting
Accommodation Relais Les Drevets
The first and the last day: comfortable tent with beds, mattresses and bottom sheet.
During the itinerant equestrian hike: refuge, cottage, converted barn or tent.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Collective and sports equipment including upholstery and grooming equipment. The helmet is provided, but you can bring your personal bomb.
Equipment Included
Collective and sports equipment including upholstery and grooming equipment. The helmet is provided, but you can bring your personal bomb.
Equipment not included
You must equip yourself with luggage such as a sports bag or suitcase, which will follow you in the housekeeping and security vehicle.
Recommended personal effects:
- normal clothing for riding or comfortable pants (such as joggers)
- sufficient underwear
- plan your personal bomb
- 1 metal or insulated bottle of at least 1 L
- 1 comfortable and waterproof windbreaker jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses with cord
- 1 sun cream
- 1 toilet bag
- 1 foam floor mattress (Karimat type)
- 1 sleeping bag t° comfort 10° minimum
- warm wool sweaters
- 1 flashlight
- 1 pair of boots and mini-chaps (gaiters for calf protection) or boots
- sneakers
- 1 bathroom kit
- 2 hand towels
- 1 nail brush
Mobile phones are accepted (possibility of recording it during the day).
For small personal expenses, allow 30 euros.
- normal clothing for riding or comfortable pants (such as joggers)
- sufficient underwear
- plan your personal bomb
- 1 metal or insulated bottle of at least 1 L
- 1 comfortable and waterproof windbreaker jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses with cord
- 1 sun cream
- 1 toilet bag
- 1 foam floor mattress (Karimat type)
- 1 sleeping bag t° comfort 10° minimum
- warm wool sweaters
- 1 flashlight
- 1 pair of boots and mini-chaps (gaiters for calf protection) or boots
- sneakers
- 1 bathroom kit
- 2 hand towels
- 1 nail brush
Mobile phones are accepted (possibility of recording it during the day).
For small personal expenses, allow 30 euros.
Equipment not included
You must equip yourself with luggage such as a sports bag or suitcase, which will follow you in the housekeeping and security vehicle.
Recommended personal effects:
- normal clothing for riding or comfortable pants (such as joggers)
- sufficient underwear
- plan your personal bomb
- 1 metal or insulated bottle of at least 1 L
- 1 comfortable and waterproof windbreaker jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses with cord
- 1 sun cream
- 1 toilet bag
- 1 foam floor mattress (Karimat type)
- 1 sleeping bag t° comfort 10° minimum
- warm wool sweaters
- 1 flashlight
- 1 pair of boots and mini-chaps (gaiters for calf protection) or boots
- sneakers
- 1 bathroom kit
- 2 hand towels
- 1 nail brush
Mobile phones are accepted (possibility of recording it during the day).
For small personal expenses, allow 30 euros.
Recommended personal effects:
- normal clothing for riding or comfortable pants (such as joggers)
- sufficient underwear
- plan your personal bomb
- 1 metal or insulated bottle of at least 1 L
- 1 comfortable and waterproof windbreaker jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses with cord
- 1 sun cream
- 1 toilet bag
- 1 foam floor mattress (Karimat type)
- 1 sleeping bag t° comfort 10° minimum
- warm wool sweaters
- 1 flashlight
- 1 pair of boots and mini-chaps (gaiters for calf protection) or boots
- sneakers
- 1 bathroom kit
- 2 hand towels
- 1 nail brush
Mobile phones are accepted (possibility of recording it during the day).
For small personal expenses, allow 30 euros.
formalities administratives
The following documents concerning the child must be sent at least 2 weeks before the start of the stay:
- The liaison health form (attached to the registration confirmation), fully completed and signed
- The liaison health form (attached to the registration confirmation), fully completed and signed
- A photocopy of the CMU law certificate detailing the beneficiaries (if you benefit from Universal Health Coverage)
- The photocopy of the vaccines in the health book
In the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to be welcomed during the stay.
- The photocopy of the vaccines in the health book
In the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to be welcomed during the stay.
formalities administratives
The following documents concerning the child must be sent at least 2 weeks before the start of the stay:
- The liaison health form (attached to the registration confirmation), fully completed and signed
- A photocopy of the CMU law certificate detailing the beneficiaries (if you benefit from Universal Health Coverage)
- The photocopy of the vaccines in the health book
In the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to be welcomed during the stay.
- The liaison health form (attached to the registration confirmation), fully completed and signed
- A photocopy of the CMU law certificate detailing the beneficiaries (if you benefit from Universal Health Coverage)
- The photocopy of the vaccines in the health book
In the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to be welcomed during the stay.
Address and access
You are coming by train:
The equestrian center is served by the Valence TGV Sud Rhône Alpes train station (50 km away).
For arrival: only one transfer is planned on Sunday from Valence TGV.
The equestrian center is served by the Valence TGV Sud Rhône Alpes train station (50 km away).
For arrival: only one transfer is planned on Sunday from Valence TGV.
If you want to take advantage of it, you must inform the center the week before by email (unless you are traveling with the UCPA trip departing from Paris Gare de Lyon).
For the return: departure on Saturday at the beginning of the afternoon for the Valence TGV Rhône Alpes Sud station. As these schedules may be modified, it is essential to contact the Equestrian Center by email exclusively to know the exact transfer times before buying your train ticket.
You are coming by car:
From Marseille, exit at Valence-Sud, direction Grenoble. Take the Valence/Grenoble highway.
From Paris, exit the highway at Valence Nord, direction Grenoble, take the Valence/Grenoble highway. On the Valence/Grenoble highway, exit at Hostun. Direction Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Laurent-en-Royans, Sainte-Eulalie-en-Royans, Route des Grands Goulets, Les Barraques-en-Vercors then La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Coming from Valence or Grenoble by the D518: about 1.5 km before the village of La Chapelle-en-Vercors, take the direction of Loscence. The equestrian center and the relay Les Drevets are located 200 m after this junction.
For the return: departure on Saturday at the beginning of the afternoon for the Valence TGV Rhône Alpes Sud station. As these schedules may be modified, it is essential to contact the Equestrian Center by email exclusively to know the exact transfer times before buying your train ticket.
You are coming by car:
From Marseille, exit at Valence-Sud, direction Grenoble. Take the Valence/Grenoble highway.
From Paris, exit the highway at Valence Nord, direction Grenoble, take the Valence/Grenoble highway. On the Valence/Grenoble highway, exit at Hostun. Direction Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Laurent-en-Royans, Sainte-Eulalie-en-Royans, Route des Grands Goulets, Les Barraques-en-Vercors then La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Coming from Valence or Grenoble by the D518: about 1.5 km before the village of La Chapelle-en-Vercors, take the direction of Loscence. The equestrian center and the relay Les Drevets are located 200 m after this junction.
Address and access
You are coming by train:
The equestrian center is served by the Valence TGV Sud Rhône Alpes train station (50 km away).
For arrival: only one transfer is planned on Sunday from Valence TGV. If you want to take advantage of it, you must inform the center the week before by email (unless you are traveling with the UCPA trip departing from Paris Gare de Lyon).
For the return: departure on Saturday at the beginning of the afternoon for the Valence TGV Rhône Alpes Sud station. As these schedules may be modified, it is essential to contact the Equestrian Center by email exclusively to know the exact transfer times before buying your train ticket.
You are coming by car:
From Marseille, exit at Valence-Sud, direction Grenoble. Take the Valence/Grenoble highway.
From Paris, exit the highway at Valence Nord, direction Grenoble, take the Valence/Grenoble highway. On the Valence/Grenoble highway, exit at Hostun. Direction Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Laurent-en-Royans, Sainte-Eulalie-en-Royans, Route des Grands Goulets, Les Barraques-en-Vercors then La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Coming from Valence or Grenoble by the D518: about 1.5 km before the village of La Chapelle-en-Vercors, take the direction of Loscence. The equestrian center and the relay Les Drevets are located 200 m after this junction.
The equestrian center is served by the Valence TGV Sud Rhône Alpes train station (50 km away).
For arrival: only one transfer is planned on Sunday from Valence TGV. If you want to take advantage of it, you must inform the center the week before by email (unless you are traveling with the UCPA trip departing from Paris Gare de Lyon).
For the return: departure on Saturday at the beginning of the afternoon for the Valence TGV Rhône Alpes Sud station. As these schedules may be modified, it is essential to contact the Equestrian Center by email exclusively to know the exact transfer times before buying your train ticket.
You are coming by car:
From Marseille, exit at Valence-Sud, direction Grenoble. Take the Valence/Grenoble highway.
From Paris, exit the highway at Valence Nord, direction Grenoble, take the Valence/Grenoble highway. On the Valence/Grenoble highway, exit at Hostun. Direction Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Thomas-en-Royans, Saint-Laurent-en-Royans, Sainte-Eulalie-en-Royans, Route des Grands Goulets, Les Barraques-en-Vercors then La Chapelle-en-Vercors.
Coming from Valence or Grenoble by the D518: about 1.5 km before the village of La Chapelle-en-Vercors, take the direction of Loscence. The equestrian center and the relay Les Drevets are located 200 m after this junction.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
Horseback riding - Already practiced
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 1-2)
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 1-2)
Know how to restrain, saddle, trot freely. Do not have apprehension.
Level of expertise
Horseback riding - Already practiced
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 1-2)
Know how to restrain, saddle, trot freely. Do not have apprehension.
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 1-2)
Know how to restrain, saddle, trot freely. Do not have apprehension.
Restauration
Meals are prepared by the central kitchen of the partner UCPA and delivered to the bivouac site.
Midday: mixed salads.
Evening: hot meals.
Midday: mixed salads.
Evening: hot meals.
Restauration
Meals are prepared by the central kitchen of the partner UCPA and delivered to the bivouac site.
Midday: mixed salads.
Evening: hot meals.
Midday: mixed salads.
Evening: hot meals.
Management
The partner center is recruiting its management and animation team.
Supervision adapted to 13/17 year olds: 1 manager (B.A.F.D.
Supervision adapted to 13/17 year olds: 1 manager (B.A.F.D.
graduate) and animators (B.A.F.A. graduates).
1 team of equestrian tourism guides or BPJEPS equestrian tourism.
1 team of equestrian tourism guides or BPJEPS equestrian tourism.
Management
The partner center is recruiting its management and animation team.
Supervision adapted to 13/17 year olds: 1 manager (B.A.F.D. graduate) and animators (B.A.F.A. graduates).
1 team of equestrian tourism guides or BPJEPS equestrian tourism.
Supervision adapted to 13/17 year olds: 1 manager (B.A.F.D. graduate) and animators (B.A.F.A. graduates).
1 team of equestrian tourism guides or BPJEPS equestrian tourism.
Important information
This stay is offered by one of UCPA's partners, it is necessary to be comfortable at all speeds and to be able to ride long distances.
If the child does not have the adapted level, a replacement stay cannot be offered once there if the child does not have the adapted level.
Children are led to live life in community to the fullest, they may be led to participate in making meals, cleaning, etc.
Currency: allow around 30 euros in pocket money.
Children are led to live life in community to the fullest, they may be led to participate in making meals, cleaning, etc.
Currency: allow around 30 euros in pocket money.
Important information
This stay is offered by one of UCPA's partners, it is necessary to be comfortable at all speeds and to be able to ride long distances. If the child does not have the adapted level, a replacement stay cannot be offered once there if the child does not have the adapted level.
Children are led to live life in community to the fullest, they may be led to participate in making meals, cleaning, etc.
Currency: allow around 30 euros in pocket money.
Children are led to live life in community to the fullest, they may be led to participate in making meals, cleaning, etc.
Currency: allow around 30 euros in pocket money.
Hosting
The first and the last day: comfortable tent with beds, mattresses and bottom sheet.
During the itinerant equestrian hike: refuge, cottage, converted barn or tent.
During the itinerant equestrian hike: refuge, cottage, converted barn or tent.
Hosting
The first and the last day: comfortable tent with beds, mattresses and bottom sheet.
During the itinerant equestrian hike: refuge, cottage, converted barn or tent.
During the itinerant equestrian hike: refuge, cottage, converted barn or tent.
formalities
If your child is affected by a food allergy or intolerance, immediately after registering, you must complete the online questionnaire detailing their allergy (s).
The link to the allergy questionnaire is available in the first chapter of the attachment “Health Liaison Sheet”.
Go to UCPA.com or directly to the health page.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/sante
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-allergies
In the context of sports stays for minors, certain formalities are mandatory.
In the absence of the required documents, we will not be able to welcome your child.
For departures abroad, the form must be given to the guide on the day of departure.
https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf
Go to UCPA.com or directly to the health page.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/sante
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-allergies
In the context of sports stays for minors, certain formalities are mandatory.
In the absence of the required documents, we will not be able to welcome your child.
For departures abroad, the form must be given to the guide on the day of departure.
https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf
formalities
If your child is affected by a food allergy or intolerance, immediately after registering, you must complete the online questionnaire detailing their allergy (s).
The link to the allergy questionnaire is available in the first chapter of the attachment “Health Liaison Sheet”.
Go to UCPA.com or directly to the health page.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/sante
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-allergies
In the context of sports stays for minors, certain formalities are mandatory.
In the absence of the required documents, we will not be able to welcome your child.
For departures abroad, the form must be given to the guide on the day of departure.
https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf
The link to the allergy questionnaire is available in the first chapter of the attachment “Health Liaison Sheet”.
Go to UCPA.com or directly to the health page.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/sante
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-allergies
In the context of sports stays for minors, certain formalities are mandatory.
In the absence of the required documents, we will not be able to welcome your child.
For departures abroad, the form must be given to the guide on the day of departure.
https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf