The "Antlers Stadium Camp" is a special event where participants can pitch tents on the Kashima Stadium pitch and stay overnight.
This year, with the cooperation of "JA Kyosai Federation Ibaraki," we were able to provide vegetables and rice for meals, and also offer experiences such as an earthquake simulation vehicle and Vegicheck (vegetable intake measurement). In addition, we held various hands-on activities that even adults could enjoy, and 47 groups, totaling 158 people, had a great time.
Although the daytime temperatures were high for both days, we implemented heatstroke countermeasures by installing mist fans and water stations inside the venue. Participants were also able to use the shower rooms in the locker room, which are usually used by players during matches, making it a fulfilling two-day, one-night experience at Kashima Stadium.
DAY1: Saturday, July 27th
■Opening Ceremony and Orientation
After participants gathered and set up their tents with staff, an opening ceremony and orientation were held. The precautions and schedule for the camp were explained to the audience in the stands.
■Summer Vacation Hands-on Activities
The first day's "Summer Vacation Hands-on Activities" began, divided into three programs.
(1) Stadium Tour
Participants were divided into several groups for a special stadium camp tour. Antlers staff guided them through facilities not usually open to the public, such as the press conference room, locker rooms, VIP rooms, and broadcasting booths, which everyone enjoyed.
(2) Suntory Mizuiku (Water Education)
A class was held to learn about the mechanisms and importance of nature, and to consider what can be done for the future of "water." Participants listened attentively to the instructor's talk.
(3) Drone Piloting Experience
The popular drone piloting experience was held again.
■Earthquake Simulation Vehicle
A vehicle that allows participants to actually experience the shaking of an earthquake was set up.
■Vegicheck
A booth was set up to measure vegetable intake. It was a good opportunity to review daily eating habits.
■Dinner
We enjoyed delicious meals including vegetables made with local produce and rice, as well as pizza and yogurt. PET bottle collection points were set up in various locations, and everyone cooperated with sorting.
■Evening Activity: "Enjoy the Starry Sky and Space!"
We invited Professor Fuse from the National Astronomical Observatory to talk about space and conduct stargazing from the upper tier of the stadium. This time, we also made handmade telescopes, and although the weather was unfortunately bad, we were able to actually experience how to use a telescope.
■Evening Activity: "Sky Balloon"
The first night concluded with a sky balloon event for all participants, watching the light from the balloons.
DAY2: Sunday, July 28th
■Morning Yoga
Morning yoga was held. Everyone relaxed while feeling the breeze.
■Soccer School
A soccer school was held on the stadium pitch. Everyone participated with earnest expressions.
■Closing Ceremony
The camp concluded with a greeting from the operating staff at the closing ceremony. Participants were awarded an "Antlers Stadium Camp 2024 Certificate."
Finally, souvenirs were handed out by the mascot character Shikao.
Finally, we would like to introduce the companies and organizations that sponsored the Stadium Camp. Thank you very much for endorsing the purpose of the event and for your tremendous support.
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