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The programme is based around the Narrow Boat "Dream Catcher" on the inland waterways, learning about the unique canal system of the UK. "Dream Catcher" is a purpose built 70ft craft, fully fitted with modern amenities such as: a microwave and electrics wired to enable portable CD's and computers to be connected

A qualified volunteer helmsman from the Warwickshire Association of Youth Clubs who own "Dream Catcher" will skipper the boat

The programme is self-catering and a leader and/or a Rotarian from the sponsoring Rotary Club or the carers organisation will be aboard to take charge of the group, arrange for the shopping trips and purchase provisions along the route.

Young Carers on the trip during 2009

The length of the trip for the young carers will vary between 2 - 4 days (1 to 3 nights) aboard "Dream Catcher" and to enhance this unique experience all the young carers will receive a certificate from Rotary.

Young Carers trips for 2010 booking now: 

6th to 9th April (fully booked Rotary Club of Royal Leamington Spa and Rotary Club of Alcester Alauna): 9th - 12th April (fully booked Rotary Club of Royal Leamington Spa and Rotary Club of Alcester Alauna): 29th - 4th June (fully booked ): 9th -12th August (fully booked - Rotary Club of Coventry Breakfast): 12th -15th August (fully booked the Rotary Clubs of Rygby and the Rotary Club of Coventry Jubilee): 31st August (fully booked) - 3rd - 6th September (places available):

The Rotary D1060 Narrow Boat experience for Young Carers 3 NIGHTS aboard "Dream Catcher: a fun holiday for young carers whilst learning new skills, operating locks, boat handling and enjoying themselves. Suitable for the 12 - 17 age group.

1 NIGHT aboard "Dream Catcher: as for the 3 night trip but more suitable for the very young (8 - 12).

A DAY TRIP FOR ROTARIANS: A cruise from Rugby through the Hill Morton Locks and return, stopping at the Old Royal Oak in Hill Morton for a pub lunch or a longer cruise if lunch is served on board "Dream Catcher"

Previous experience is not necessary as all safety, life saving and buoyancy aids will be provided. The carers will be expected to bring their own sleeping bags, towels and personal items. Arrangements should also be made for adequate insurance cover for personal possessions, illness and accidents.

How it works: Rotary Clubs may sponsor any number of young carers from a single carer to a whole group, they may wish to book the boat for a carer's organisation or simply donate an amount to sponor part of a trip.

Download a list of Young Carers Organisations from HERE

The Rotary Club completes the sponsor form from the brochure (available for download below) with the number of carers to be sponsored and the name of the contact person in the club, then sends the completed form and cheque to the programme organisers.

Download the 2010 Information Brochure for Young Carers from Here

For information on how the programme has been received, see Latest News.

Application for the Young Carers Program (PDF) 

Send the form together with a passport or recent photograph to the address below. The initial form can be emailed to confirm acceptance on the programme prior to sending the original hard copy by snail mail. Rtn John Hughes, Rotary Young Carers administrator, Robindale, 49 The Ridgeway, Astwood Bank, Worcestershire, B96 6LU. Email address: youthweek@btinternet.com

Confused? Don't be! Just call Lorna Beedham or John Hughes to help or ask us to come and talk to your club about the programme. Should any of the above links not open we will send the forms by email on request