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During this drop, things get serious — but fortunately not too serious. Time goes back to the Second World War and your team will end up in the middle of a secret mission. Don’t panic: all you have to do is crack the Enigma code, cross enemy territory and stop German domination in the meantime. Small job, right? Whether you are dropped in Hoek van Holland, the Soesterduinen or deep in the Veluwe: from the first moment, cooperation is crucial. Do not expect modern tools, but old-fashioned map-reading (yes, it really exists), strategic consultation and the occasional person who very confidently walks in the wrong direction. That is precisely where the real team building begins.

On the way, you put everything you have into play: communication, confidence and a touch of military acumen – or at least common sense. This drop is exciting, active and full of moments that will leave you laughing hard later. And the best part? While your main focus is survival as a team, you also save the western world in the meantime. For those who want to make the adventure complete, the dropping can optionally be expanded with transportation in an army truck, outdoor laser gaming and an impressive introduction and conclusion by real Marine Corps. One thing is certain: after this team outing you will never look at a map, a forest or your colleagues the same way again.

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What can you expect?

  • Crack the Enigma Code
  • Crossing enemy territory
  • Optional laser gaming, Marine Corps intro
INSPIRATION

Dropping team outing Soesterduinen, Veluwe or on the beach at Hoek van Holland

A dropping team outing is one of those activities where everyone thinks beforehand: "That will probably work out." And where after ten minutes everyone realizes that cooperation is just a little more important than expected. You are dropped off somewhere, are given a mission and have to figure it out together. No Google Maps, no quick fixes - just a map, a team and a lot of trust in each other. What could go wrong? Whether you end up in the vast Soesterduinen, deep in the woods of the Veluwe, or on the beach at Hoek van Holland: every location has its own charm and challenges. One thing is the same everywhere: get lost faster than planned.

From Veluwe to Soesterduinen or the beach at Hoek van Holland

The Soesterduinen seem uncluttered. Sand, trees, trails ... what could go wrong here? Well, quite a lot. Paths look suspiciously similar, directions are fanatically defended and there is always someone who "used to come here often" and therefore definitely knows where you should go. Spoiler: that's usually not true. Especially here it is all about consultation, listening and accepting that sometimes it is better to be wrong together than to be right alone. The Veluwe is grand, green and impressive. And also: perfect for discovering how well you communicate as a team. Distances seem shorter than they are, forests keep going and every intersection creates new discussions. Here you quickly learn who keeps the overview, who remains optimistic and who asks halfway through if this is really the right way. And yes, working together is not a luxury here, but a necessity. A beach drop sounds relaxing. Sea, fresh air, space... until you notice that everything looks the same. Left is sea. To the right is sea. And somewhere beyond that you have to be. The wind does not help, sand gets everywhere and communicating without shouting suddenly turns out to be a challenge. But this is precisely where the most beautiful moments occur: together against the elements, encouraging each other and discovering that teamwork also works with sand in your shoes.

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From Veluwe to Soesterduinen or the beach at Hoek van Holland

The leader, the navigator, the motivator and the one who above all says it is "a great experience."

What makes this drop in as a team building event so strong is that working together is inevitable. You have to consult, make choices and trust each other - even if deep down you think this plan is not going to work. Roles arise naturally: the leader, the navigator, the motivator and the one who, above all, says it's "a great experience." Without it feeling like training, you see exactly how a team functions under light pressure. How do you deal with uncertainty? With disagreements? And with the moment when everyone wonders if you're all right? The answer comes naturally - usually just a little later than planned. A dropping team outing in the Soesterduinen, on the Veluwe or in Hoek van Holland is exciting, active and surprisingly fun. Not a standard team outing, but an adventure in which cooperation, humor and perseverance are central. And one thing is certain: afterwards the stories are at least as valuable as the end point.

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The leader, the navigator, the motivator and the one who above all says it is "a great experience."
FAQs

Frequently asked questions

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A dropping team outing is an active team building activity in which you are dropped off at a place where no one would voluntarily know the way. Expect heated discussions about left or right, colleagues who are suddenly very confident (and often turn out not to be) and the inevitable moment when working together proves to be smarter than stubbornly carrying on. Navigation, trust and laughing hard at completely wrong turns are central.

Normal basic fitness is sufficient. There will be walking and sometimes some faster running, but it is not military training. The pace can usually be adjusted to suit the group.

Droppings are organized in different locations, such as Hoek van Holland, the Soesterduinen and the Veluwe. Each environment has its own challenges: loose sand, endless trees or paths that are suspiciously similar. Wherever you end up, one thing is certain - getting lost is just as easy everywhere.

No, experience is not necessary. Map reading and working together are part of the game. Even without experience, you will get there together - although sometimes it may be via a detour.

Yes, dropping is great as a company outing or team-building activity. It naturally shows how a team works together, communicates and makes decisions.

Yes, you can. Instead of "just" being dropped off, you get into a real army truck. That immediately makes the experience a lot more impressive (and makes for an entrance that will be talked about for a long time to come).

In addition to additional experience, it immediately creates atmosphere and excitement. As soon as you board, you know: this is not a standard team outing. Moreover, it is a lot more fun than boarding a regular bus with colleagues.

Outdoor laser gaming is an optional extension.

The activity can start with a serious but impressive briefing by real Marine Corps officers. They will take you through the story and make sure everyone is immediately "in the mission."

No, everything is optional. You can make the team outing as elaborate or compact as you like, depending on time, budget and how tough the team feels.