De Chemische Binding

The ICE camp is an introduction camp for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering first-year students, organized by the study association De Chemische Binding.

It is a fun way for the first-year students to get to know both each other and our association, in the form of various fun, themed activities. It is not mandatory but highly recommended. The cost for the camp is 55 euros, which includes everything (accomodation, transport, food) but drinks. 

The theme of this year's camp is "Midnight in VenICE"! The camp will take place from Friday, 4 September, until Sunday, 6 September. Transportation to and from the camp will be arranged by us. Make sure to bring your best Venice-inspired outfit so you can join us in style at the final party: a Masquerade Ball!

The general schedule of the camp is outlined below:

Friday, 4th of September: 

17:00 - Everyone gathers in the Nijenborgh canteen (Nijenborgh 4)

17:30 - Busses leave

19:00 - Arrival at the location (Zeilschool de Stipe, Balk)

19:15 - Introduction to the camp and ICE breaker activity

20:00 - Dinner

21:30 - Group activities

23:00 - Personal Hygiene & Time to sleep

 

Saturday, 5th of September:

08:00 - Wake up 

08:30 - Breakfast

10:00 - Introduction to the Committees 

11:30 - Activity

12:30 - Lunch

14:00 - Sports activities

18:00 - Dinner

20:00 - Evening Activities

22:30 - Party

01:30 - Personal Hygiene & Time to sleep
 

Sunday, 6th of September:

8:30 - Wake up

08:45 - Morning yoga

09:30 - Breakfast

11:00 - Activity

12:00 - Lunch 

13:30 - Clean up

15:30 - Busses leaving

 

Rules

Our Rules:

Zero tolerance policy on drugs.

1. English is the main language during the camp
2. Always listen to the supervisors, they have the last say
3. Inform the committee if something is wrong
4. The cooking crew is in charge of the food; don’t go into the kitchen yourself
5. Stick to the schedule
6. Participation is at your own risk
7. No alcohol under the age of 18
8. No smoking under the age of 18
9. It’s forbidden to give alcohol to people below 18
10. It’s forbidden to bring your own alcohol
11. No excessive drinking (otherwise you will be given an alcohol ban)
12. No weapons
13. No drugs 
14. Adhere to the house rules of the accommodation

De Stipe (Location/ House) Rules:

1. Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM on the premises and in the buildings. This means that the tenant/group must not disturb the others.   
2. Alcohol consumption leading to public drunkenness, unpredictable behavior, discrimination, threats, and/or violence is prohibited.
3. It is important you bring a fitted sheet, sleeping bag/blanket, and a pillowcase, as they are NOT provided by the accommodation. 
4. Smoking in the accommodations is prohibited.

 

Packing List

Important:

• ID card/ Passport
• Insurance card
• Medicine (if applicable)
• Bedsheets (pillow case & duvet covers)
• Sleeping bag 

Other: 

• Pyjamas
• Towels
• Teatowel
• Toiletries
• Water bottle
• Charger (+ powerbank if you have one)
• Flashlight 
• Cash or card (to buy drinks)
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses/cap
• Clothing for 2 days (underwear, socks, shirts and pants) keep in mind; your clothes could get dirty
• Long trousers (against ticks in the forest)
• Comfortable shoes, as you’ll be on your feet a lot
• Sportswear
• Theme clothing; 'Midnight in Venice' (Think fancy: dress orbutton up)
• Rain Jacket

Optional:

• Card games
   

Please keep in mind the aforementioned points, and we hope to see you there for a fun start of the academic year!

Nding message,

Board 60 & Introduction committee 2026