ACA Guide to Camps and Outdoor Activity Providers (Vic) by Don MacDowall

A U S T R A L I A N C A M P S A S S O C I AT I O N ’ S

GUIDE TO CAMPS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS

Memorable experiences, brilliant locations…

2009-2010 ISSUE 1

FREE BOOKING SERVICE I Phone 1300 734 187 Web www.auscamps.asn.au

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| NEW SOUTH WALES 020 Camps 025 Outdoor Activity Providers & Services

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Australian Camps Association Discover Camp From the President

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Choosing a Camp Activities without the risk Keeping the mind healthy Play, trust and learn The ACA Accreditation Program

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Australian Camps Association PO Box 580, Eltham Victoria Australia 3095 Ph: 1300 734 187 camping@auscamps.asn.au www.auscamps.asn.au

PUBLISHER GSDM Pty Ltd PO Box 4136, Geelong, Victoria Australia 3220 Ph: (61 3) 5223 2918 Fax: (61 3) 5222 1806 e: sales@gsdm.com.au COVER Wombat Corner, Emerald Victoria

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Phillip Island Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s High Country Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges Outdoor Activity Providers & Services

| WESTERN AUSTRALIA 155 Camps 156 Outdoor Activity Providers

| VICTORIA 054 064 078 086 092 102

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| INDEX 157 Easy Finder Index 160 Small Groups Guide

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AUSTRALIAN CAMPS ASSOCIATION

Australian Camps Association (ACA)

Free Booking and Information Service

PO Box 580, Eltham VIC 3095 Ph: 1300 734 187 Email: camping@auscamps.asn.au Web page: www.auscamps.asn.au

• Our knowledge can save you time and phone calls. Visit www.auscamps.asn.au and click on the Booking Service link or call 1300 734 187.

About the Australian Camps Association (ACA)

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ACA is a national professional association that promotes safe and meaningful camp experiences for all. To this end, ACA provides an accreditation program and education to facilitate professional practices in camp operations and outdoor activity provision and encourages high standards among the following businesses, organisations and individuals:

• Simply tell us what you need and we will arrange for operators who can meet your requirements to contact you directly. Small groups can take advantage of a special listing in this Guide, see pages 160-162. The ACA officially became a national organisation in May 2005 when the various state camping associations amalgamated to have a national voice for camping and to expand services to a wider range of camps.

• Residential campsite owners and operators

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• Outdoor education and recreation providers

• The ACA website provides plenty of free information, resources and assistance to user groups. Features include an online books and resource store, camp/service provider search, booking enquiry facility, holiday camp information and plenty more....Visit us at: www.auscamps.asn.au

• School/community owned campsites • Group accommodation providers • Retreats and conference centres • Adventure learning centres and providers • Training and service providers to the outdoor profession • Schools, community organisations and other users of camps and outdoor education and recreation providers • Individuals with a keen interest in the outdoor profession. ACA also strives to assist the community in gaining access to high quality camp and outdoor activity programs. More information about membership and our services may be found on our website at: www.auscamps.asn.au

Adventure Education Bookshop Specialist Books and Resources • Our specialist titles support outdoor education, programs, activities, catering, training, standards, accreditation, legal liability, safety guidelines, ropes course construction, disability needs and regional guide books. • We provide prompt mail order service including phone, fax and credit card sales. Significant discounts are available to members. • Ring 1300 734 187 and ask for a copy of our resources catalogue “Adventure Education” or browse it on the web at: www.auscamps.asn.au

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ACA Accreditation

Conference and Professional Development

• This industry operated program for camp and outdoor activity accreditation has been developed by the ACA in conjunction with the Victorian Department of Education and is endorsed by Tourism Accreditation Australia Ltd.

• Public workshops, training days and conferences provide an excellent and inexpensive opportunity to increase your knowledge. The ACA is committed to holding professional development events in all regions. The conferences introduce new ideas and skills to challenge our thinking and practices.

• Accredited organisations have demonstrated to independent consultants that they meet the core standards for the safe and reasonable operation of the site and program.

People Outdoors - A Division of the ACA

People Outdoors

• Accredited organisations, at the time of printing, are marked; a list of currently accredited members can be obtained by visiting: www.auscamps.asn.au

• People Outdoors is a community based non-profit organisation, and a division of ACA, established in 1989. Our vision is “Adventure for All.”

Member Benefits

• People Outdoors receives funding from various health, recreation and disability agencies, individual donations, trusts and funds. Services offered are dependent on continued, adequate funding, donations and sponsorship.

• All members receive discounts on books, conferences and professional development programs. • ACA member brokers possess expertise and knowledge of our industry, offering a wide range of options and a wealth of understanding that can take the stress out of business insurance. • Our Preferred Supplier Buying Scheme, allows members to purchase products and services at special discounted rates.

News Bulletins • “CampingNews” is a regular e-newsletter delivered electronically to members across the country.

Holiday Programs • Many members offer holiday programs, mainly for young people, including activities, supervision and accommodation. • The ACA produces a complimentary leaflet with a list of members that are running programs during the school holidays. If you would like to receive this regular update please call 1300 734 187 or email: camping@auscamps.asn.au to subscribe.

• We provide services for children, teenagers and adults with a disability. Services include information, assistance and practical support and a variety of programs including linking and supporting children and teenagers with a disability into mainstream holiday camps. • We provide training, advice, resources and knowledge to assist government or non-government agencies or staff in the development of a camp or outdoor adventure program for people who have a disability. • People Outdoors relies on the support of volunteers for the ongoing operation of their camping and recreation programs. • Programs may be tailored to meet your requirements and may include weekend camps, single or a series of day activities, etc. • People Outdoors also provides resource material, adaptive equipment, training, workshops and community education.

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Ph: 1300 734 187 Email: peopleoutdoors@auscamps.asn.au Web page: www.peopleoutdoors.org.au

• Government schools in Victoria are expected to use the “Camping with Confidence - Australian Campsite and Outdoor Activity Provider Accreditation Program” as the preferred means of assessing program and site safety.

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DISCOVER CAMP

Horseriding lesson

Discover Camp program

There are many benefits of camping and spending time in the outdoors:

By Toni Thatcher, Australian Camps Association

• Develop interpersonal skills

The Discover Camp program is a Victorian State Government initiative in partnership with the Australian Camps Association connecting people with camps. Discover Camp aims to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities for diverse community groups to enjoy the facilities of residential (or indoor accommodation) camps and to provide assistance in program planning.

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It also supplies camp operators and outdoor activity providers with resources for working with groups from diverse communities.

The aim of the Discover Camp project is: • To develop the awareness of the benefits of camp • To develop resources including camp planning materials for diverse community groups • To develop resources and conduct training for camp operators and outdoor activity providers in working with diverse communities

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• Growth and development • Develop friendship • Develop leadership skills • Experience team building, personal development, leadership, challenge, cooperation and build self esteem

If you want to plan a camp and don’t know where to start, we have many resources available to help make your camp experience a successful one. For more information If you would like to find out more please go to the Australian Camps Association website: www.auscamps.asn.au or contact Toni Thatcher for a resource CD on 1300 734 187 or email: discovercamp@auscamps.asn.au

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FROM THE PRESIDENT Where do 13 years go? By John Woods

A studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience during an outdoor education program is not designed to change their life; however it is designed to show them that change is possible and illustrate both the positive and negative consequences that follow specific decisions and choices, as well as promoting awareness and respect for the environment. Having these experiences processed by experienced facilitators and allowing time for personal reflection is a very important part of this process. This allows comparisons and transference of learning to real life experiences and situations. A one off outdoor educational experience can be life changing for some people; however in my experience these are the exception rather than the rule. This is due mainly to the small amount of time spent in the outdoor environment and the lack of reinforcement and follow up. Providing students with several experiences over a number of years in a sequenced program is an effective way of developing extensive outdoor skills, but, more importantly, developing the whole person. What I love most about outdoor education is the fact that when students arrive for an experience, all of the social and many of the physical "cliques" that have developed throughout their school life are wiped away and they all have to start at the beginning again, together. This experience allows students to shine in many different areas that are either unseen or undiscovered in the everyday school environment.

Through these experiences, new found respect and understanding of the differences that exist between group members and the separate but equally valuable contributions that can be made by individuals is often the result; thus creating self worth, membership and understanding in a different but very memorable environment. A sequential outdoor educational program that builds on previous skills and experiences in different environments is an ideal way to develop the "whole person". Each year the skills and experiences from the previous program are extended, and different focus areas promoted. These culminate in a "Peak Experience", in which all that has been learned and experienced in the past is put to the test in a realistic but extremely challenging program or journey. The results of sequential programming in outdoor education can be seen very quickly in some cases through student behaviour, interaction, independence and problem solving skills. However in many cases the more profound and sometimes life changing individual experiences may not be evident for weeks, months or many years after the event. We hope that every group leaves with a new understanding of their place in the world and the positive effect they can have on others and the environment. There are many positive but commonly subconscious influences that Outdoor Education programs can have on participants. All of us here at Edmund Park firmly believe that we can, and in fact, should, make these experiences meaningful and long lasting. Just like smiling in the dark, we know that we are having positive influences, but that may not be so obvious to the participant, even though they are having fun and are learning all the way. We look forward to many more years at Edmund Park, and we trust that our programming will continue to provide these positive influences.

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That's a question I have been asking myself recently, due to the 13th anniversary of my time here at Edmund Park. Looking back, I certainly have seen a lot of action. I remember our first day moving into the house, the tentative feeling waiting for our first group to arrive, the first meal we cooked for over 100 hungry year 11 boys, the first time we dived into the new swimming pool, the day we achieved national accreditation, the arrival of two of our three sons, and the eventual retirement of the two camp dogs, Cleo and Gizmo to a new home in Laidley. The Edmund Park family, as we like to call it, has touched the lives of thousands of students, hundreds of teachers and parents, and of course many wonderful staff over those years. No matter who arrives at, or uses the services of, Edmund Park, I know that we are going to touch their lives in some way. I also know that many of them don't necessarily see it as a positive experience at the time! Outdoor Experiential Education, by its very definition, is about experiences. And experiences may not be understood for many years to come. The 10 to 15 year olds who arrived on our doorstep all those years ago are now moving into adult life, looking to careers and families of their own. I wonder how their experiences at Edmund Park may have affected their lives? Was there just one small snippet of information that they unknowingly absorbed that may continue to influence them?

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CHOOSING A CAMP Questions to ask when choosing a camp By Don MacDowall A vital element in your conference, workshop, camp or weekend away is the site. You need to select it with care and ensure it matches your needs. The questions below will help you make the appropriate choice. In addition to using these questions, the Australian Camps Association offers two services that can be of immense help to you. First, there is a free booking service that can help you locate a camp that meets your needs, for your particular date and within your locality and price range. A second service is that of accreditation. Accredited camps will have answered many of these questions as part of the accreditation process. The free booking service and camp accreditation are described elsewhere in this Guide. A key resource at the planning stage is the camp operator - they’ll be happy to discuss your group’s requirements and how the camps may be best utilised. Plan to meet the manager well ahead of your camp so adequate arrangements can be made. A visit to the site well before the camp and preferably before making a final booking will ensure things go smoothly.

Accommodation Do we know: • how many people the camp can accommodate? • how many people are likely to attend? • if the site has a minimum number or minimum fee for booking?

Catering Do we know: • if we want catering provided or if we want to do our own? • if skills or training are needed to do our own catering? • if there will be morning and afternoon tea and supper? • if there will there be a continuous drink supply?

• if we need to share with another group?

• if the meal times suit our program or if they can be changed?

• if the site will meet our special needs?

• if the storage and cooking facilities are available if we do our own catering (e.g. fridges or cool room)?

• if the site has many cabins or one large lodge, perhaps under one roof? • how many people will share a room?

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• what bedding is provided (e.g. doonas, blankets, pillows)? • what bedding we’ll need to bring (e.g. sheets, pillow cases, pillows, sleeping bag)? • what type of heating/cooling is available and in which buildings? • what facilities help accessibility (e.g. single beds, plenty of floor space)? • if the buildings and surrounds are suitable for people with disabilities?

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• if there is a BBQ area? • if the campers are required to set tables, collect dishes, help with the washing up? • if meals can be provided off-site, if required?

Duties of campers Do we know: • if the campers have duties during the camp (e.g. cleaning, dishwashing, table setting and clearing)? • if the responsibilities and duties of campers are provided in writing? • what are the clean up procedures for the end of camp?

Activities

• how many toilet and shower areas there are?

Do we know:

• if there are any en suite facilities?

• what activities are available on-site?

• if the toilets and shower areas are adjacent to the accommodation or in separate buildings?

• which activities our staff can conduct?

• if the toilets and showers meet our special needs (e.g. wheelchair accessible)?

• if the camp will brief our staff on the conduct of certain activities?

• if there are clothes washing or drying facilities?

• if any activities require us to use camp staff?

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• what training we need to conduct activities?

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• if there is an additional charge for camp staff?

Manager

• if camp staff are available for other assistance?

Do we know:

• what activity equipment is available for our use?

• if the manager resides on-site?

• if there is a handbook which describes this information?

• the telephone number for booking?

• if the camp has information about nearby attractions and resources?

• our special dietary needs and when we must tell the manager? • our special program needs and when we must tell the manager?

• if we need to train some staff before the camp? • if the activities are outsourced by the camp?

Emergencies Do we know: • if there is a public telephone available for emergency use?

Do we know: • the total cost per person?

• if the emergency numbers are displayed next to the telephone?

• if there are any concessions (e.g. 1 in 10 free for schools)?

• that emergency procedures are displayed at the camp?

• what additional charges (if any) apply?

• if there are any fire or water restrictions?

• how much the deposit is and by when it must be paid?

• the telephone number of the camp for camper use?

• when we need to make our final payment?

• if the camp has public liability insurance?

• if we pay a bond? • the timing of payments, confirmations or cancellation, and deposit payments? • under what circumstances we get our deposit refunded? • if the conditions of hire are provided in writing?

Getting There Do we know: • the travel time to the camp by coach?

ACA Accreditation Australian Camps Association

• do we know if the camp is accredited? If the answer to this is ‘yes’, an independent check will have been carried out at the camp in twenty-three areas. You should discuss accreditation with the camp operator. The requirements that must be met to attain accreditation are available from the Australian Camps Association at: www.auscamps.asn.au.

• if the camp can organise transport? • if we need a coach while we’re at the camp? • if there is a local coach company for local use? • precise directions to find the camp?

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ACTIVITIES WITHOUT THE RISK By Clare Dallat Director of Programs and Risk Management The Outdoor Education Group Many of us can look back with some pleasure at our youth when it seemed normal to be outside for hours on end, to climb trees and do numerous one-wheeled stunts on our bikes; all this even if the trade-off sometimes included cuts, bruises, and the occasional broken bone. When the discussion surrounding why today’s young people are not as active, why they don’t ride bikes to school or climb trees in the park, the reference to litigation and fear of being sued is generally not far behind. We are living in an increasingly ‘blamist’ society and when an incident does occur, the calls for blame and retribution ensue.

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We may well ask ourselves as camping professionals and activity providers if it is still all worth it. Do the benefits of participating in a camping experience outweigh the risks? Perhaps to truly answer this question, we need to understand what we mean by the term ‘risk’. Historically our field has relied on the definition of this term coming from the insurance and legal fields, risk as the “potential for loss”. Yet, as practitioners, this seems to place us in an untenable position as we are one of the few professions to use risk as a “legitimate educational tool” (Miles and Priest, 1990). Perhaps then a more appropriate definition of the term would view risk as the “Potential for loss or gain” (Williamson, 1997). Defining risk for ourselves is important as we must be able to articulate why we offer the programs and activities we do. We must be able to articulate that the benefits to the participants generally outweigh the potential hazards, if they are appropriately managed. This is even more relevant in today’s

society where it is now well accepted in educational circles that the technology which children learn in primary school today, will likely be obsolete by the time they reach adulthood. Our society is changing at a rate never before experienced and with that change, comes the need for our youth to be armed with the tools and strategies necessary to adapt with that change and to navigate the uncertainty it brings with it. Participating in a camp and the challenges that this entails, whether in a physical (the height of the high ropes course or the weight of the pack) or emotional setting (sleeping in a strange place for the first time, eating different food or resolving differences constructively with classmates), are of immense importance in equipping our young people to not just cope with, but fully embrace our fast changing world. Camps can consciously provide opportunities for our participants to be gently and respectfully challenged beyond their ‘comfort zone’, whether this be on a climbing wall, sharing a canoe with someone new or cleaning up after a meal. It is of course, obvious that this must be done in a manner that ensures the welfare of the participants is held in the highest regard; society and professionalism expects nothing less. Whilst the potential will always exist for injury or harm to occur in the outdoors or camps setting, it is also the case that the potential for injury or harm will continue to exist in everyday life. By continuing to expose young people to the magnificent benefits that can result from participating in a well managed camping program, we will also be assisting them develop the strategies and skills necessary to embrace and contribute to creating positive relationships in a rapidly changing world.

KEEPING THE MIND HEALTHY Use camping as a tool for mental health benefits By Liz Leorke, YMCA Victoria The widespread rise of mental illness in Australia is enough to make you feel… well, depressed. This combined with most Australians failing to meet recommended physical activity levels, can make difficult the task of maintaining good health. Therefore schools and service providers, concerned with the wellbeing of children and community members should take up the opportunity to expose those in their care, to a variety of physical activity options. Camping and outdoor adventure programs are a unique way for people to be physically active whilst learning and developing social and personal skills. Research supports improved mental health with an increase in physical activity, and when using appropriately designed outdoor adventure programs, the benefits can extend to social, community and environmental health and well-being.

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YMCA Victoria, supported by the Victorian Government Department of Planning and Community Development, and in partnership with mental health services across the state, provide camps for people who experience mental illness all year round. Camps are provided for all ages: • Phoenix (under 18yrs) • Steps (18 – 25yrs) • Horizons (26yrs+) Camp programs are designed with mental health service staff and the participants that will be attending. Programs run from 3 - 4 days at any of the YMCA campsites across Victoria. For more information about the mental health camps or mental health benefits derived from outdoor adventure programs, please contact Liz Leorke at YMCA Victoria. Phone: (03) 9403 5046 Email: liz.leorke@ymca.org.au Website: www.victoria.ymca.org.au/mentalhealthcamps

PLAY, TRUST & LEARN By Mark Collard

Sure-Fire Activities You Can Play Right Now

“You can learn more about someone from an hour of play, than you will from a year of conversation.” - Chinese proverb

Now, here’s three activities that have been drawn from my topselling publication “No Props: Great Games with No Equipment”. They have universal appeal, require no equipment whatsoever, and best of all - can be integrated into any camping program. Play ‘em, and have fun.

Camping programs are one of the most exciting experiences of a young person’s life. They get to sleep away from home, participate in a wide variety of new, fun and adventurous activities and – most importantly of all – grow and mature. Being “at camp” provides wonderful opportunities for young people (or indeed, any participant) to learn, but in their eyes camp is all about ‘play.’ By this, I mean really play, in the truest sense of the word. Sure, they play organised sport, play the odd board game, put on a play, or dare I say, play up, but none of these really capture the essence of play’s true personality or worth. There is seldom any freedom, or true self-expression in what are in effect ‘adult’ forms of play. Sadly, when adults are ‘at play,’ we too often feel compelled to set a few rules, throw in high level skills, and smother it with goals. There’s nothing necessarily wrong with this but I believe there’s more to play than meets the eye. Play works so well to build trust and communication because the participants don’t see it coming. You simply invite them to play, they share, you facilitate their interaction and they slowly begin to trust themselves and one another. And, because it’s fun, it’s infectious and hard to stand away from. There is something magnetic and awfully special about play that when properly framed, brings out the best in folks. And, better still, when it’s conducted in an atmosphere that is fun and supportive, people learn stuff too. So, how do you create a fun and supportive atmosphere in your program? You must plan for it – don’t expect it just to happen on its own. Follow this simple yet very powerful sequencing model and you will give yourself the best chance of achieving your most ambitious goals. Ice-breakers: Start with a series of interactive, nonthreatening and full-on fun activities. This will allow people to get to know one another, break down barriers and foster a positive learning environment.

De-inhibitizers: As people “warm-up”, introduce a series of activities which invite your group to assume greater physical and emotional risks. Do it gradually, and, with each incremental challenge, help to facilitate the group’s awareness of the trust being developed.

Heads & Tails Tag Instruct your group to spread themselves randomly about the playing area. Explain that there are two ‘teams’ - Heads and Tails (or Butts) - and everybody gets to choose to which team they (initially) want to belong. To be on the ‘Heads’ team, a participant must place both of their hands on top of their head, while everyone belonging to the ‘Butts’ team will place their hands on their bottom. From the centre of the field, you announce that you will count to three quickly, at which point everyone must have demonstrated an affiliation with either the Heads or Butts team. On three, the chase begins. Heads chase Butts, and Butts chase Heads. When a tag is made of a member on an opposing team by removing one hand from a head or butt to touch another - the person who is tagged automatically becomes a member of the team that just ‘caught’ them. Loyalties may swap many times in a game. Continue play until everyone belongs to the same team, or it seems that everyone is pooped!

Skill Development: Only when the group has developed a healthy level of trust, respect and communication do I suggest you move onto your ‘main event,’ which might be canoeing, bush-walking, Challenge Ropes Course activities or simply living in a group.

Everybody Up Ask your group to split into pairs, preferably with partners of approximately the same size. Each pair sits facing one another balls of their feet touching, knees bent and hands tightly grasped. From the sitting position ask each duo to try and pull themselves into an upright standing position. If successful, ask them to add another duo to embark on a four-person exercise, and then another, and then another and so on.

Sequencing is all about using the right activity at the right time, to prepare your group for whatever challenge you may be planning for them. For more details and a comprehensive discussion about program sequencing, go to: www.playtrustlearn.com and download the FREE article.

Want More? Would you like to get your hands on more of these types of activities? For more information about these and hundreds of other great camping games and activities, contact Mark Collard at info@InspireYourGroup.com or call him on 0413 075 123.

‘No Props: Great Games with No Equipment’ published by Project Adventure Inc 2005 is distributed through the Australian Camps Association: www.auscamps.asn.au or call 1300 734 187.

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Finger Fencing Ask your group to split into pairs, and invite a volunteer to help you quickly demonstrate this exercise. Your zany over-the-top impression of an Olympic fencer will impress everyone to give it a go. First, you need to dress for the part, so slip into your fencing suit, put on your mask, and "swish-swish" your foil. Bow to your partner, and then extend your right hands forward to join in a handshake. From this position, you each extend your pointer finger out as if you were pointing down the arm of your partner. Announce that this finger is your foil. Place your other hand elegantly in the air behind you, turn side-on and you're ready to duel. With a call of "Touché," the match begins. Feet shuffle and foils swish everywhere. The first person to touch the other with their finger (foil) somewhere on the body below their shoulders (and beyond their wrist) is declared the ‘winner.’

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ACA ACCREDITATION PROGRAM “CAMPING WITH CONFIDENCE” Australian Camps Association

Australian Campsite and Outdoor Activity Provider Accreditation Program

If you choose an accredited camp, you can be confident that the camp is working hard to meet its duty of care and to provide you and your group with an experience that is consistent with the high standards of the camping profession.

By Don MacDowall

The ACA’s “Camping with Confidence” program will be merging with Australian Tourism Accreditation Program (ATAP) in 2009. For further information about the new ATAP scheme, go to the ACA’s website at: www.auscamps.asn.au or ATAP’s website: www.atap.net.au.

‘Camping with Confidence’ is a national accreditation program designed to ensure that the camping or outdoor experience is conducted in a manner where the safety of participants and staff is paramount. The great variety of camps and outdoor experiences means that different groups - large or small, children or adult, school, special interest or community - can enjoy diverse experiences. Accreditation recognises the diversity and indicates that, regardless of the type of experience, your safety has been considered first.

ACA Accredited Camps and Outdoor Activity Providers The list of ACA accredited camps and outdoor activity providers is constantly growing; for further information about accreditation or to view an updated list, visit: www.auscamps.asn.au

Keys to the Camping Experience • My teacher friend wants a place with plenty of activities - some she can conduct but also some specialised activities that camp staff will need to supervise. A large under-one-roof lodge is preferred. • My wife, on the other hand, wants to take away a group of adults for a small conference and the group would prefer ensuites and only two or three to a room.

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Blue Gum Lodge

Springwood

Camp Longbeach

Bateman's Bay

• My son is going away with a young theatre group and they need rehearsal space.

Camp Yarramundi

Richmond

Challenge Ranch

Gosford

Four Post Camp

Deniliquin

• My daughter's sporting group needs to be able to use lots of open space, doesn't care about the style of accommodation.

Kianinny Outdoor Education Centre

Merimbula

Mangrove Mountain Retreat

Gosford

Vision Valley

Dural

Wymah Valley Retreat

Albury

• My neighbour has a group who think they want to 'rough it' and are focused on the fish they think they'll catch!

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Some of these people have accommodation as a key, for others it's activities or program or location - this is the camping experience. What do they have in common? They're all groups and they can all find an accredited camp to suit.

So what’s special about ACA accredited camps? ACA accredited camps have met the requirements of 23 standards, with detailed checklist items spelling out the qualifications for safe and professional practice in camping and outdoor activity provision. The camp has also been visited by an ACA Accreditation Consultant to review the practices with the camp directors.

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Coast Life Adventures

People Outdoors

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QUEENSLAND 5

Edmund Park Adventure Education

Laidley

Kindilan Outdoor Education and Conference Centre

Cleveland

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA 1 Adare Camping & Conference Centre 4 Arbury Park Outdoor School 7 Crystal Lake Camp 8 Douglas Scrub - Girl Guides SA 11 Latvian Camp "Dzintari" 13 Nunyara Conference Centre 16 Tarooki Campsite 17 Wirraway Homestead Youth Centre 18 Woodhouse Activity Centre 19 YMCA Glenhaven Park SOUTH AUSTRALIA - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS 20 Active Education Aust Pty Ltd. 21 Noorla Yo-Long Blue Light Outdoor Adventure 22 People Outdoors

People Outdoors - “Adventure for All”

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Victor Harbor Bridgewater Mount Barker McLaren Vale Victor Harbour Adelaide Robe Strathalbyn Stirling Hamley Bridge

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VIC - DAYLESFORD 1 Blackwood Special School Outdoor Education Centre 2 Boomerang Holiday Ranch 4 Doxa Malmsbury Camp 5 Lady Northcote Recreation Camp 6 Rowallan Recreation & Adventure Camp 7 Rowallan Rotary Sheila Cameron Camp 9 Sunnystones Country Retreat 11 Weekaway Recreational Camp

Blackwood Daylesford Malmsbury Bacchus Marsh Riddells Creek Riddells Creek Bacchus Marsh Lancefield

VIC - MORNINGTON PENINSULA 88 Ace Hi Ranch 90 Briars Outdoor Ed. Camp 91 Camp Manyung 92 Don Bosco Camp 93 Golden Valleys Lodge 94 Iluka Campsite 95 Lord Somers Camp 96 Merricks Lodge 97 The Portsea Camp

Rosebud Mornington Mornington Dromana Rosebud Balnarring Village Hastings Hastings Portsea

VIC - GIPPSLAND 12 A'Beckett Park 13 Allambee Camp 14 Camp Balook - Westall Secondary College 16 Camp Coolamatong 17 Camp Coorong 18 Camp Rumbug at Foster North 19 Camp Waratah Bay 20 Catherines Creek Camp 22 Coonawarra Farm Resort 23 Forest Edge CYC 24 Forest Lodge Farm 26 Jumbuk Park 27 Karoonda Park 29 Lakewood Park 30 Licola Wilderness Village 31 Rawson Village 32 Tisdall Lodge 33 Wollangarra Outdoor Education Centre 34 Woorabinda School Camp Inc. 35 Wootton Lodge Educational Centre - Yarra Valley Grammar

Paynesville Warragul Yarram Bairnsdale Bairnsdale Foster Foster Warragul Bairnsdale Neerim South Yarram Morwell Buchan Paynesville Heyfield Moe Walhalla Heyfield Yallourn North Heyfield

VIC - MURRAY 98 Billabong Ranch 99 Camp Curumbene 100 Lake Cullulleraine RSL Holiday Park 102 Pental Island Caravan Park 103 River Village Motel & Holiday Units

Echuca Rochester Mildura Swan Hill Echuca

VIC - PHILLIP ISLAND 105 CYC "The Island" 106 Glen Forbes School Camp 107 Grantville Lodge 108 Koala Park Resort 109 Phillip Island Adventure Resort 110 Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp

Cowes Grantville Grantville Cowes Cowes Cowes

VIC - GOLDFIELDS 36 Adekate Forest Lodge 37 Baanya Biami 40 Camp Yumbunga 41 Cave Hill Creek 43 Eastern Hill Camp Creswick 46 Log Cabin Christian Camp 47 Narmbool Environmental Discovery Camps 48 Pax Hill Scout Camp (Scout Assoc of Ballarat) 49 Sovereign Hill Lodge 51 Wesley Point Camp & Conference Centre

Ballarat Anakie Bendigo Beaufort Creswick Ballarat Ballarat Ballarat Ballarat Bendigo

VIC - VICTORIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HIGH COUNTRY 111 15 Mile Creek Camp 115 Howmans Gap Alpine Centre 116 Karingal Park Secondary College - Camp Mahaikah 117 Lake Nillahcootie Camp 119 Mountain View Holiday Retreat 120 Snowy River Camp 121 The Old Priory 122 Valley Homestead

Benalla Falls Creek Mansfield Mansfield Bright Albury/Wodonga Beechworth Myrtleford

VIC - GRAMPIANS 52 Brauer College - Dunkeld Camp 53 Camp Acacia 54 Grampians Retreat 55 Little Desert Nature Lodge 56 Norval Lodge and House 57 Rose's Gap Recreation Centre 58 Tandara Lutheran Camp

Dunkeld Stawell Hamilton Nhill Stawell Stawell Halls Gap

VIC - GREAT OCEAN ROAD 59 Angahook Holiday Camp 60 Anglesea Recreation Camp 63 Burnside Camp 64 Camp Cooriemungle 65 Camp Wilkin 67 Cape Otway Ocean Lodge 68 Club Lorne Outdoor Education Camp 69 Coastal Forest Lodge 70 Cottage by the Sea 71 Kangaroobie 72 Mirrabooka Brownie Cottage 73 Portland Bay Lodge

Aireys Inlet Anglesea Anglesea Port Campbell Anglesea Apollo Bay Lorne Angelsea Queenscliff Port Campbell Geelong Portland

VIC - YARRA VALLEY & DANDENONG RANGES 123 Adanac CYC 124 Alpine Ash Mountain Retreat & Conference Centre 125 Arrabri Lodge Educational Camp 126 Britannia Park 127 Camp Narbethong 128 Camp Xavier @ Buxton 129 Candlebark Farm 131 Cooinda Lodge 132 Crystal Creek Christian Camp 133 Douglas Donald Recreation Centre 135 Ferngully Lodge 136 Gilwell Park 137 Gundiwindi Lodge 139 Lyrebird Park 140 Millgrove Outdoor Education Centre - Melbourne High School 142 Mt Evelyn Recreation Camp YMCA 143 Mt Morton Conference Centre 148 Stringybark Lodge 149 The Jungai Centre 150 The Log Cabin Ranch 151 Wombat Corner

Lilydale Healesville Warburton Yarra Junction Marysville Marysville Healesville Gembrook Alexandra Yarra Junction Healesville Gembrook Lilydale Lilydale Warburton Lilydale Belgrave Gembrook Thornton Monbulk Emerald

VIC - MELBOURNE 76 Adventure Melbourne YHA 77 Claremont Guest House 78 Edmund Rice Centre - Amberley 82 Melbourne Metro YHA 83 Melbourne Oasis YHA 84 Miami Hotel 86 Urban Camp Melbourne Co-operative Ltd

Melbourne Melbourne Lower Plenty Melbourne Melbourne Melbourne Melbourne

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

CAMPING WITH CONFIDENCE

VIC - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS 155 Auscamp 157 Evolve at Typo Station 162 People Outdoors

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS 6 People Outdoors

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MOR N I N G T O N P E N I NSUL A I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AND I VIC T ORIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Booligal

Wentworth

Renmark

Loxton

Merbein

Cullulleraine

Mildura

Werrimull

Red Cliffs

Goolgowi

Meringur

Paruna

Yen

Murray - Sunset National Park

Hay

Robinvale Balranald Boundary Bend

Hattah

Peebinga

A79

Underbool Walpeup

SOUTH AUSTRALIA VICTORIA

Patchewollock

Woomelang

Brim

Jeparit

Nhill

Kaniva

Wycheproof

Warracknabeal

Leitchville Gunbower

Pyramid Hill

Charlton

Donald

Little Desert National Park Frances Goroke

Dimboola Pimpinio Natimuk

A79

Minyip Murtoa

Boort

Korong Vale Wedderburn

Strathmerton

Marnoo

Dadswells Bridge

Apsley Edenhope

Halls Gap

Harrow

Balmoral Grampians National Park

Penola

Great Western

Dunkeld

Merino

Willaura Glenthompson

Skipton

Hamilton

Digby Dartmoor

Ballarat

Derrinallum Lismore Rokewood

Koroit

Cape Bridgewater

VICTORIA

Portland

Port Fairy

Terang

Camperdown

Allansford

Colac

Warrnambool

Cobden

Kilmore

Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek

Gisborne

Bacchus Melton Marsh Anakie Werribee MELBOURNE Lara

Torquay

Port Campbell Port Campbell Princetown Nat Park

Great Otway Lorne Nat Park

Dandenong

Cranbourne Queenscliff

Mansfield

Mo Eildon Lake Eildon Howqua Nat Park Buxton Marysville Yarra Ranges Woods Point HealesvilleNat Pk

Yarra Junction

Ocean Flinders

Walhalla

Gembrook

Neerim South

Warragul Mornington Cowes San Remo

Korumburra

Wonthaggi Inverloch

Cape Otway

Heyfie

Moe

Morwell

Mirboo North Leongatha Foster

Toora

Tidal River

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Yallourn

Trafalgar

Rosebud

Apollo Bay

BASS

Geelong A1

Whitfield

Seymour

Anglesea Grove Aireys Inlet

Lavers Hill

050

Violet Town

Avenel

Harcourt

Blackwood

Cressy Inverleigh

Mortlake

Benalla

Euroa

Yarra Glen

Macarthur

Heywood

A39

Heathcote

A79

Lake Bolac

Penshurst Milltown

Lower Glenelg Nat Park

Creswick

Beaufort

M31

Malmsbury Tallarook Broadford Alexandra Kyneton Lancefield Yea M31 Daylesford

Lexton Clunes

Maroona

Casterton Cavendish Coleraine

Glenrowa Rushworth Murchison

Castlemaine Talbot

Elmhurst

Ararat

Shepparton Wangaratta

Tatura

Nagambie

Avoca

R Chilte

Mooroopna Corop

Dunolly

Maryborough Maldon

Stawell

Corowa

Yarrawonga

Numurkah

Kyabram

Bendigo Navarre

Cobram A39

Moama

Rochester

Inglewood Bridgewater

St Arnaud

Horsham

Lockington

Tocumwal

Barmah

Echuca

Naracoorte

Mount Gambier

Berrigan Mathoura

Watchem

Bordertown

Nangwarry Tarpeena

Finley

Kerang

Quambatook

Birchip

Ura

Deniliquin

Barham

Culgoa

Jerilderie

Wakool

Murrabit

Cohuna

Beulah

Netherby

Conargo

Lake Boga

Berriwillock

Rainbow

Wanganella

Swan Hill

Ultima

Sea Lake Hopetoun

Yanac

Moulamein

Nyah West Woorinen

Wyperfeld National Park

Narrand Morundah

Chinkapook

Pinnaroo

Coleambally

Kyalite

Manangatang

Ouyen

Parilla

Nelson

Griffith

Maude

Hattah Kulkyne Euston Nat Pk

Wilsons Promontory

Ya Po

VIC

Bathurst Canowindra

Rankins Springs

Carcoar

West Wyalong

Grenfell

Cowra

Trunkey

da Barellan Ardlethan

Leeton

Young Temora Boorowa Murrumburrah

Wallendbeen

Cootamundra

Grong Grong

dera

Crookwell

Binalong

Coolamon

Bowning

Jugiong

Junee

Goulburn

Yass

Wagga Wagga

Murrumbateman

Gundagai Lockhart Tarcutta

ana Yerong Creek

CANBERRA

Queanbeyan Talbingo

A.C.T.

Jingellic Walwa

Albury Wodonga

ern M31

Cabramurra

Berridale

Jindabyne

Mitta Mitta

Dalgety

Thredbo Village

Bright Mount

Mount Buffalo Beauty Falls Creek Nat Park

ount Buller

Cooma

Perisher Valley

Tawonga Mt Bogong

Porepunkah

Bredbo

Corryong

Eskdale

Myrtleford

Michelago

Adaminaby

Kiewa Beechworth

Braidwood

Holbrook Tumbarumba

Rutherglen

Bungendore

Batlow

Culcairn Walla Walla

Tumut

Adelong

Cobargo Nimmitabel Bemboka

Alpine National Park

Omeo

SO VI UTH CT OR WA LE IA S

Bega

Candelo

Bombala

Merimbula

Delegate Swifts Creek

Alpine National Park

Dargo

Buchan

Snowy River National Park

Eden Errinundra National B23 Park Club Terrace

Briagolong

eld

Maffra

Sale

Bairnsdale Marlo Lakes Entrance

Paynesville Loch Sport

Ninety Mile Beach Seaspray

arram ort Albert

Cann River Bemm River

Mallacoota

Point Hicks

Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is famous for its art galleries, its museums and its zoo, just a short tram ride from the city centre. And of course, there’s always the sport - the Boxing Day cricket Test match, the AFL grand final or the Melbourne Cup, the race that stops the nation. Regional cities like Geelong - the Gateway to the Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool, Bendigo and Ballarat offer both natural and developed delights. Victoria has some of Australia’s best beaches. Bells Beach, also on the Great Ocean Road, is the venue for the world’s longest running professional surfing tournament, the Rip Curl Pro. The Victorian High Country offers plenty of excitement in both winter and summer. When the snow is thick on the ground, the Victorian Alps provide some of the best skiing in Australia. In the warmer months, the mountains are great for bush walking or just enjoying the views that stretch way into the distance. Whether you want to ride a surfboard or a snowboard, take in a gallery or just take in the view, Victoria has it all. Grampians NP Boroka Lookout,

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ictoria is Australia’s most compact mainland State. That makes it easy to get to see all that’s on offer, and what’s on offer includes one of the world’s most famous tourist attractions - The Great Ocean Road. The road, inter alia the world’s biggest war memorial, takes you past lighthouses, national parks and the iconic Twelve Apostles.

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A range of venues throughout Victoria. Highest standards in accommodation, activity programming and camper safety. We make camps hassle-free. A wide range of fully programmed adventure, team building, coastal and environmental activities.

www.uccamping.org.au Adekate Lodge Creswick Goldfields Phone 1300 304 560 adekate@uccamping.org.au Merricks Lodge Mornington Peninsula Phone 03 5989 8422 merricks@uccamping.org.au

Acacia Halls Gap Grampians Phone 03 5356 4241 acacia@uccamping.org.au Norval Halls Gap Grampians Phone 03 5356 4241 norval@uccamping.org.au

Grantville Lodge Western Port Phone 03 5678 8370 grantville@uccamping.org.au Portland Bay Lodge South West Victoria Phone 1300 304 560 portlandbay@uccamping.org.au

Interactive EdVentures Experiential Programs Phone 03 9251 5261 edventures@uccamping.org.au Lake Tyers Camp and Caravan Park East Gippsland Phone 03 5156 5530 laketyers@uccamping.org.au

VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MOR N I N G T O N P E N I N SUL A I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AND I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Rainbow Netherby

Quambatook

Birchip

Brim

Jeparit

Berrigan

Cohuna

Beulah

Wycheproof

Mathoura

Leitchville Gunbower

Pyramid Hill

Warracknabeal

Charlton

Donald Dimboola

rt rk e

Pimpinio Natimuk

Murtoa

Balmoral Grampians National Park

Great Western

Dunkeld

Willaura Glenthompson

Skipton

Hamilton

Creswick

Beaufort

Ballarat

Cressy Inverleigh

Mortlake

Camperdown

Terang

Koroit

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Malmsbury Tallarook 3 Broadford Alexandra Kyneton Lancefield Yea 11 M31 Daylesford A79

Kilmore

Gisborne Wallan Riddels Whittlesea 6 7 Creek Yarra Glen

Bacchus Melton Marsh Anakie Werribee MELBOURNE

Derrinallum Lismore Rokewood

Port Fairy

Avenel

10 9

Macarthur

Allansford

Cobden

Warrnambool

Colac

Lara

Dandenong

Cranbourne

Torquay

Port Campbell Port Campbell Princetown Nat Park

Eildon Lake Eildon Howqua Nat Park Buxton Marysville Yarra Ranges Woods P HealesvilleNat Pk

Yarra Junction

Queenscliff

Ocean Anglesea Grove

Great Otway Lorne

Neerim South

Mornington Cowes San Remo

Moe

Yall

Morwe

Korumburra

Wonthaggi Inverloch

Apollo Bay

Trafalgar

Rosebud

Flinders

Nat Park

Walh

Gembrook A1

Warragul

Aireys Inlet Lavers Hill

Mansfield

Geelong A1

Whitfield

Seymour

Penshurst

Benalla

Violet Town

Euroa

Harcourt

Blackwood

Lake Bolac

M31

A39

Heathcote 4

Lexton Clunes

Maroona

rton Cavendish Coleraine

Glen

Castlemaine

Talbot

Elmhurst

Ararat

Tatura

Corop

Rushworth Murchison

Dunolly

Avoca

Shepparton Wangaratta

Mooroopna

Nagambie

Maryborough Maldon

Stawell

Halls Gap

Harrow

Kyabram

Bendigo Navarre

Corowa

Yarrawonga

Numurkah

Rochester

Inglewood Bridgewater

Marnoo

Lockington

A39

Moama

Echuca

Korong Vale Wedderburn

St Arnaud

Horsham

Dadswells Bridge

Milltown

A79

Minyip

Boort

Cobram

Barmah

Watchem

Nhill

Tocumwal Strathmerton

Cape Otway

Mirboo Nort Leongatha Toora

Foster

Daylesford

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NAME

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

Blackwood Special School Outdoor Education Centre

Boomerang Holiday Ranch

Blackwood

Daylesford

Campaspe Downs Country Resort

Kyneton

Doxa Malmsbury Camp

Malmsbury

Lady Northcote Recreation Camp

Rowallan Recreation & Adventure Camp

7 8 9

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400

Yes

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Yes

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Bacchus Marsh

250

Yes

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Riddells Creek

Yes

Rowallan Rotary Sheila Cameron Camp

Riddells Creek

Rutherford Park Country Retreat

Daylesford

Sunnystones Country Retreat

Bacchus Marsh

Underbank Stud

Bacchus Marsh

Weekaway Recreational Camp

Lancefield

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Yes

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162

Yes

•

Yes

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128

Yes

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Lavender, Daylesford

So there’s hardly a better place to relax, recuperate and as they say, “take to the waters” as generations of Victorians have been doing for more than three centuries. That’s not surprising. The benefits of bathing in these mineral waters are well known: • bicarbonate balances the pH in your bloodstream • calcium and silica are good for your bones • magnesium helps keep your kidneys healthy • potassium is good for your mind and your muscles • sodium helps prevent stomach disorders • sulphate purifies your liver. Pretty as an oil-painting, Daylesford is 108 kilometres from Melbourne and has a population of around 3,000. Early Swiss-Italian immigrants influenced the gardens and architecture, giving the town a European feel in the middle of the Australian bush. Over the years, along with Hepburn, it has developed a reputation as a great place to retreat for that much needed break away from the round eternal of the cheque book and the journal.

As well as enjoying the spas of Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, other activities include: • a visit to the local botanic gardens for a panoramic view over Daylesford from the top of Wombat Hill • shopping for local craft • taking the Tipperary Walking Track and exploring Hepburn Regional Park and its natural springs • on Sundays, vintage railway trips operate from Daylesford Station and travel through the Wombat State Forest. Major events include the Chill Out Festival in March, the Highland Gathering in December and Food, Wine and All That Jazz in April. Gold featured heavily in the region’s early European history. Now there’s a new gold, wine. Visitors can purchase excellent reds and whites from the cellar door. Many wineries also have restaurants, further enriching the whole experience. Daylesford is approximately one-and-a-half hour’s drive from Melbourne on the Western Freeway or the Calder Freeway. V/Line operates regular, scheduled coach services to Daylesford. The springs are clearly signposted if you just want to drive around and see what you can spot for yourself. Most important of all, don’t forget to take an empty bottle to take a sample of your favourite, revitalising drop back to camp. So make sure you include Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges in your itinerary. Your muscles - and mind - will thank you.

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quick fact: about 80 percent of the naturally-occurring mineral springs in Australia are found in the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region.

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Lakeside Accommodation

Catering

Accommodation is provided in bunkhouses varying from 6 beds up to 12 beds with separate toilet blocks. Leaders rooms have their own ensuite facilities. In total the bunkhouses can accommodate up to 266 people.

Our hearty home cooked meals give that extra touch which is a delight for young and old.

Cabin Accommodation Cabin rooms are of a higher standard and have their own ensuite and lounge. These cabins have from 2 to 10 beds and in total can accommodate up to 108 people. All bed linen, pillows, doonas and sheets are provided. All bedrooms and meeting rooms are heated during winter.

Either full board or self catering is possible. Menus can be varied for any special requirements with prior notice, e.g. vegetarian, vegan, religious etc.

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Campaspe Downs Country Resort is a group accommodation facility located on the outskirts of the Macedon Ranges and only an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive from Melbourne and 45 minutes from Tullamarine Airport. Set amidst 160 acres of natural bushland and surrounded by fresh country air. Providing the perfect atmosphere for School Camps, Special Interest Groups, Church Groups, Conference, Music, Drama or even Training Camps.

Recreation Campaspe Downs has been developed to cater for recreational activities suitable for any group or purpose. Includes Horseriding, Canoeing and Absailing.

1302 Trentham Road, Kyneton PO Box 123, Kyneton Victoria 3444 Tel: (03) 5424 8383 Fax: (03) 5424 8371 www.campaspedowns.com.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by BSSOEC Committee of Management LOCATION School & tent shelter accommodation sites: 1015 Greendale-Trentham Road, Blackwood VIC 3458. Residence accommodation site: 4 Terrill Street, Blackwood VIC 3458. Blackwood 0.1 km, Melbourne 100 km. Melway 909 E11 (2008 edition). SETTING 4 ha bush setting in state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, toilet/shower facilities, some pathways. ACCOMMODATION 64. School accommodation site: 1 cabin accommodating 20 people. Residence accommodation site: 1 cabin accommodating 22 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one

roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. Tent shelter accommodation site: 10 Safari style tents accommodating 22 people. Includes 2 toilets, 2 showers & kitchenette - all cooking on open fire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, lounge room, laundries, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, campfire area. OTHER INFORMATION Smoking not permitted. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Daylesford, Bendigo Mining Museum.

CONTACT Tony Bellette or Harley Dalgleish ADDRESS Post Office, Blackwood Vic 3458 PH 03 5368 6768 FAX 03 5368 6835 EMAIL bssoec@yahoo.com.au WEB www.blackwoodssoec.vic.edu.au

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Australian Camps Association

CAMPASPE DOWNS COUNTRY RESORT

Privately owned. LOCATION 1302 Trentham Road, Kyneton VIC 3444. Kyneton 7 km, Melbourne 85 km. Melway 609 F9, VicRoads Country Directory 59 H6. SETTING 64 ha bushland setting with river frontage, adjacent to farmland. ACCOMMODATION 400. 24 ensuited cabins each accommodating 2-10 people, 34 rooms in 5 bunkhouses each accommodating 4-12 people. Leaders rooms in bunkhouses have ensuites, bunks, linen supplied, beds, pillows, doonas, heating, fridge. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 50. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES 2 dining rooms, indoor stadium, 7 conference and recreation rooms, chapel, 25m indoor heated pool, 2 leader lounges, public telephones, open fire, piano, stage, table tennis, indoor sports and games, VCR, DVD, CD, OHP, white board. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoes, archery, volleyball, tennis courts, low ropes course, initiative activities, trampolines, horse riding, abseiling, cricket, flying foxes, outdoor chess, orienteering, raft building. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Hanging Rock, Organ Pipes, Daylesford Railway.

CONTACT David Radtke ADDRESS PO Box 123, Kyneton VIC 3444 PH 03 5424 8383 FAX 03 5424 8371 EMAIL info@campaspedowns.com.au WEB www.campaspedowns.com.au

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BOOMERANG HOLIDAY RANCH

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 10 Ranch Road off Tipperary Springs Road, Daylesford VIC 3460. Daylesford 3 km, Melbourne 110 km. Melway 609 C9, VicRoads Country Directory 289 M8. SETTING 11 ha bush setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom., some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 80. 11 rooms in 1 lodge sleeping 46 people, 2 dorms each sleeping 14 people. Separate S/C room for staff. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, beds, bunks, pillows, blankets. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, table tennis, open fire, wood heater, VCR, DVD, whiteboard, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Campfire area, volleyball, archery, horse riding. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for water based activities, horse riding, archery, bushwalking. Alcohol by prior arrangement, smoking permitted outdoors. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Tangled Maze, Creswick, Ballarat Wildlife Park.

CONTACT Theresa Cook ADDRESS 10 Ranch Road, Daylesford VIC 3460 PH 03 5348 2525 FAX 03 5348 2525 EMAIL info@boomerangranch.com.au WEB www.boomerangranch.com.au

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DOXA MALMSBURY CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Doxa Youth Foundation. LOCATION 1000 Vaughan Springs Road, Malmsbury VIC 3446. Malmsbury 14 km, Melbourne 95 km. Please ring for directions. SETTING 1.7 ha bush setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, some pathways. ACCOMMODATION 71. Accommodated in 20 bedrooms. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room with stage/open fire/home theatre /cordless microphones/data projector, games room with pool and

table tennis, basketball court, public telephone. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Low ropes, team building/initiative activities, playground, trampolines, oval, undercover seating. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Doxa is a philanthropic organisation which provides young people from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to participate in an innovative and enriching camp experience. The cost of all camps is heavily subsidised by Doxa. The camp is only available to primary schools who fit the criteria of 'disadvantaged'. If you believe that your primary school may qualify, please contact camp management. School staff are required to implement their own program. Eligible schools are notified by mail in October every year. Restricted smoking. Alcohol & drugs not permitted. No mobile phone coverage.

CONTACT Camp Manager ADDRESS PO Box 197, Malmsbury VIC 3446 PH 03 5473 4310 FAX 03 5473 4230 EMAIL malmsburycamp@doxa.org.au WEB www.doxa.org.au

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LADY NORTHCOTE RECREATION CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Victorian YMCA. LOCATION 1273 Glenmore Road, Rowsley VIC 3340. Bacchus Marsh 18 km, Melbourne 53 km. SETTING 26 ha rural setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities. ACCOMMODATION 250. 4 lodges each accommodating 40-80 people, 1 dormitory accommodating 20 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, art/craft room, 3 meeting rooms, conference room, environmental landcare centre, public phone, piano, stage, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, DVD, OHP, screen, whiteboard, AV equip, games room. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, tennis court, low and high ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, giant swing, archery, pool, bicycles, canoes. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Smoking not permitted in buildings. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Brisbane Ranges, Lerderderg, Anakie, Werribee Gorges, You Yangs Regional Park, Ballarat, Sovereign Hill.

CONTACT Greg Mason ADDRESS 1273 Glenmore Rd, Rowsley VIC 3340 PH 03 5369 2224 FAX 03 5369 2254 EMAIL ladynorthcote@ymca.org.au WEB www.camps.ymca.org.au

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Kent Road, Riddells Creek VIC 3431. Riddells Creek 7 km, Melbourne 60 km. Melway 609 H10, VicRoads Country Directory 60 D8. SETTING 4 ha open bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 50. 10 rooms accommodating 4-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, public telephone, wood heater, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, campfire area, playing area. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Smoking and alcohol not permitted. RESOURCES NEARBY Wildlife Park, national park, wineries, Hanging Rock, horse riding, Macedon Ranges.

CONTACT Julie Dawson ADDRESS PO Box 2048, Greenvale VIC 3059 PH 03 9333 2201 FAX 03 9333 1763 EMAIL spwoodhams@ozemail.com.au WEB www.guidesaus.org.au/vic Australian Camps Association Accredited

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Scouts Association VIC. LOCATION 6 Kent Road, Riddells Creek VIC 3431. Riddells Creek 7 km, Melbourne 60 km. Melway 609 H10, VicRoads Country Directory 60 D8. SETTING 70 ha bush setting adjacent to creek. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 74. 1 dormitory accommodating 40 people, 1 dormitory accommodating 24, 4 rooms accommodating 10 people. Bunks.

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MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, table tennis, public telephone, chapel, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, low ropes course, initiative activities, orienteering, amphitheatre, nature trail. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. RESOURCES NEARBY Hanging Rock, Dromkeen Historical Library, Cherokee Macedon Ranges, Baringa Wildlife Park, Woodend Riddell Airfield, wineries.

CONTACT Helen and Rob Arends ADDRESS PO Box 60, Riddells Creek VIC 3431 PH 0416 470 057 or 03 5428 6509 FAX 03 9337 3621 EMAIL info@rowallan.org.au WEB www.rowallan.org.au

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RUTHERFORD PARK COUNTRY RETREAT

Privately owned. LOCATION 290 Kangaroo Hills Road, Blampied VIC 3364. Daylesford 12 km, Melbourne 120 km. Melway 627 C2, VicRoads Country Directory 59 B7. SETTING 36 ha rural setting overlooking countryside. ACCOMMODATION 162+. 37 rooms each accommodating 1-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), beds, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, 4 separate conference/rehearsal rooms, 4 syndicate rooms, table tennis, public telephone, open fire, wood heater, pianos, stage, VCRs, DVDs, TVs, OHPs, PA, clavinova, screens, whiteboards, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Undercover areas, campfire area, tennis, netball, volleyball, basketball, open playing areas. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, mountain biking, initiative activities, water based activities, yoga, tai chi, personal development. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Mineral springs, lavender farm, Sovereign Hill, wildlife/reptile park, ten pin bowling, go-karting, maze, historical buildings.

CONTACT Adam Jackson ADDRESS 290 Kangaroo Hills Road, Blampied VIC 3364 PH 03 5345 7457 FAX 03 5345 7459 EMAIL enquiries@rutherfordpark.org.au WEB www.rutherfordpark.org.au

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SUNNYSTONES COUNTRY RETREAT

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 365 Bences Road, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340. Bacchus Marsh 10 km, Melbourne 50 km. Melway 334 K1. SETTING 20 ha farmland adjacent to state park and creek. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 70. 10 rooms in 1 building accommodating 2-12 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, linen (charge), heating, sole occupancy. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, 2 lounge rooms, sun room, TV, VCR, DVD, screen, whiteboard, open fire, wood heater, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, board games, pool table, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Initiative activities, canoes, BBQ and campfire area, playground, bush hut building, volleyball, survival game, low ropes course, extensive bushwalking in state park. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff provided to school groups for all activities. Resident manager. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Scienceworks, Lerderderg and Werribee State Parks.

CONTACT Leanne Christie ADDRESS PO Box 404, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340 PH 03 5367 1984 FAX 03 5367 1984 EMAIL sunnystones@iprimus.com.au WEB www.sunnystones.com

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UNDERBANK STUD

Privately owned. LOCATION Randwick Avenue, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3185. Bacchus Marsh 1 km, Melbourne 56 km. Melway 333 C7, VicRoads Country Directory 77 H4. SETTING 200 ha farm setting adjacent to river, near national park. ACCOMMODATION 76. 12 rooms in 3 cabins each accommodating 6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, pillows, doonas, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering can be provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Original dairy refurbished with self contained kitchen and common area, games room, pool table, table tennis, board games, barns for undercover recreation, open fire, electric organ, adventure games equipment. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, volleyball, basketball ring, low ropes course, initiative activities, archery, trampolines, swimming pool. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for canoeing and other adventure activities. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Ballarat, Daylesford, Anakie, wineries.

CONTACT Maree Wray and family ADDRESS PO Box 898, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340 PH 03 5367 5300 FAX 03 5367 2562 EMAIL info@underbankstud.com.au WEB www.underbankstud.com.au

WEEKAWAY RECREATIONAL CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 186 Kitchenhams Road, Benloch VIC 3435. Lancefield 15 km, Melbourne 82 km. Melway 609 H8, VicRoads Country Directory 60 C5. SETTING 30 ha bushland and open grassland setting, adjacent to state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 128. 24 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each accommodating 2-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, bunks, beds, pillows, heating, doonas (fee). MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 50. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, basketball, heated concert room, stage, lounge, wood heater, public telephone, TV, VCR, DVD, drying room. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, campfire, volleyball, canoeing, mountain biking, flying fox, low ropes, initiative course, archery, rogaining, orienteering, hut building, golf, swimming, bush activities, glow trails. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident managers. Comprehensive teachers handbook & CD ROM. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY State forest, Hanging Rock, Organ Pipes, wineries, golf course.

CONTACT Charlotte Burns ADDRESS 186 Kitchenhams Road, Benloch VIC 3435 PH 03 5429 1503 FAX 03 5429 2196 EMAIL info@weekaway.com.au WEB www.weekaway.com.au

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MOR N I N G T O N P E N I N SUL A I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AN D I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Rochester

Shepparton Wangaratta

Mooroopna Corop

Tatura

Kiewa Beechworth

Glenrowan Rushworth Murchison

digo

Nagambie athcote almsbury Tallarook Lancefield Kilmore

Whitfield

Bright Mount

Mount Buller Eildon Lake Eildon Howqua Nat Park Buxton Alpine National Marysville Park Yarra Ranges Woods Point HealesvilleNat Pk

s Melton

Yarra Glen

Dandenong

Cranbourne Queenscliff

cean rove

Gembrook A1

Warragul Mornington

20 13 Trafalgar

Rosebud Cowes

Flinders

Neerim South 31

San Remo

32 Walhalla

Moe 26

SO VI UTH CT OR WA LE IA S

Alpine National Park

Omeo

Swifts Creek Dargo Buchan

Snowy River National Park

Korumburra

Inverloch

Lindenow

Sale

Merimbula

Ede Errinundra National B23 Park Genoa A1

Orbost

15 16 17 21 22

Mallacoota

Cann River Bemm River

Point Hicks

Loch Sport

Ninety Mile Beach

Morwell

Mirboo North Leongatha 14 24 25 18 19 Yarram Toora Foster Port Albert

Wonthaggi

Bombala

Club Terrace

Bairnsdale 28 Marlo Maffra A1 29 12 Heyfield Lakes Entrance Stratford 35 33 30 Paynesville

Yallourn Nth

Candelo

Delegate

Briagolong

Bega

Yarra Junction

MELBOURNE

Cobargo Nimmitabel Bemboka

Mansfield

Yea

Dalgety

Thredbo Village

Broadford Alexandra

M31

Berridale

Jindabyne

Mitta Mitta Tawonga Mt Bogong

Porepunkah

Mount Buffalo Beauty Falls Creek Nat Park

Seymour

Gisborne Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek

bee

Myrtleford

Avenel

emaine

A79

Benalla

Cooma

Perisher Valley

Eskdale

Violet Town

Euroa

ourt

M31

A39

Corryong

Seaspray

Tidal River

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Wilsons Promontory

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NAME

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

A’Beckett Park

Paynesville

Yes

•

Allambee Camp

Warragul

100

Yes

•

Camp Balook - Westall Secondary College

Yarram

Camp Cooinda

Bairnsdale

Camp Coolamatong

Bairnsdale

100

Yes

•

Camp Coorong

Bairnsdale

Yes

•

Camp Rumbug at Foster North

Foster

220

Yes

•

Camp Waratah Bay

Foster

150

Yes

Catherines Creek Camp

Warragul

140

Coolamatong Lake Camp

Bairnsdale

•

Coonawarra Farm Resort

Bairnsdale

302

Yes

•

Forest Edge CYC

Neerim South

208

Yes

•

Forest Lodge Farm

Yarram

124

•

Illawong Lodge By the Sea

Yarram

Jumbuk Park

Morwell

•

Karoonda Park

Buchan

100

Yes

Lake Tyers Camp and Caravan Park

Lakes Entrance

Yes

Lakewood Park

Paynesville

120

Yes

Licola Wilderness Village

Heyfield

Rawson Village

Moe

Tisdall Lodge

Walhalla

Wollangarra Outdoor Education Centre

CATERING FC SC

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•

Yes

• • • •

•

250

•

272

•

Heyfield

Woorabinda School Camp Inc.

Yallourn North

Wootton Lodge Educational Centre - Yarra Valley Grammar

Heyfield

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MINIMUM GROUP SIZE

Yes Yes

• •

•

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Wilsons Promontory NP

ippsland has a rich array of natural and man-made attractions, including snow fields, wilderness, rainforests, beaches and farm land.

Day trips throughout the region offer all sorts of enticements the Gippsland Lakes, Ninety Mile Beach, Wilsons Promontory and Phillip Island for the delights of the little penguin parade and the raw excitement of the motor bikes. The Gippsland Lakes system is one of the most extensive in Australia, made up of three superb lakes, covering a distance of 60 kilometres. It starts at the Western End with Lake Wellington that connects via McLennans Strait to Lake Victoria, then on to Lake King and finally, through a constructed entrance at the popular tourist resort of Lakes Entrance, to Bass Strait.

There are many islands in the Gippsland Lakes. One of these, Rotamah Island, abounds with bird life. Many bird hides have been constructed to help visitors get close to nature. Another unique feature of the Gippsland Lakes is the Mitchell River silt jetties. They are among the longest in the world and run far out into the lakes. They are believed to be formed by silt washed down the Mitchell River over a million years ago. The Lakes are close to two parks, the Lakes National Park taking in Sperm Whale Head and the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park. Another irresistible part of the region is Wilsons Promontory, or “the Prom”, a national park that has some of the wildest scenery in Victoria and is great for bush walking.

It is also home to over 30 species of native mammals. These include populations of the Long-nosed Potoroo, Swamp Antechinus, White-footed Dunnart, Broad-toothed Rat, Feathertailed Glider and Eastern Pygmy-possum as well as kangaroos, koalas and wombats. A trip into mountain country is also a feature of a visit to Gippsland. Like so many other places in Victoria, gold is part of the region’s history and, in the hills, you can still fossick for the precious metal, maybe even strike it rich. Make the time to visit some of the delightful towns like Erica, Rawson and the famed Walhalla which exists somewhere between the 19th and 21st Century. The town has only just been added to the national electricity grid. Other activities include fishing, canoeing, rafting, horse riding, bushwalking, historical walks, bike riding, gold panning, snow skiing, river swimming, carriage rides and heritage train rides. As well as its world famous penguin parade - the return at sunset of the little penguins to their nests that draws visitors from all over the world - Phillip Island is also known around the globe as a motor racing venue. It was here that Wayne Gardner, Mick Doohan and Casey Stoner have carved their names into Australian, and world, sporting history. The race track, like many other places around “The Island” has stunning ocean views that these days provide an amazing backdrop for major motor bike racing events, including the Australian MotoGP. So, fast or slow, high or low, whatever you want to do, Gippsland has it all.

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The lakes are fed by a number of rivers including the Latrobe, Thompson, Avon, Mitchell, Nicholson and Tambo. Another river in the region is the Snowy River, made famous in the Banjo Paterson poem, The Man From Snowy River.

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A PREMIER GIPPSLAND CAMPSITE • GIPPSLAND TOURISM AWARD WINNER Catering for all groups, both large and small: • Schools • Churches • Families • Weekenders

arraresor t.com.au oonaw c @ nfo esort.com.au le-Dargo Rd, Stratfor ail: i w.coonawarrar irnsda d m a E V B I w 5 C 4 w 3862 35 eb: 6200 W Ph: 03 7 5 1 5 515 7 6315 Fax: 03 • Catering for all groups and families, both large and small. • For fun, excitement and adventure, experience a quality well maintained campsite in a magnificent bush setting enhanced by large lawn areas. • Experienced activity program staff to assist with activities. • Separate dining, conference and meeting rooms. • Excellent sound system with PA inside and out. • Close to Mitchell River National Park and Den of Nargun. Day trips to Buchan Caves and Lakes Entrance. Transport can be arranged. • Catered and self-catered groups welcome.

Accommodating up to 300 people over two excellent sites: IGUANA CREEK RESORT: 190 beds in 24 rooms and 5 self-contained cabins. LAKESIDE RESORT: 112 beds, 11 ensuite rooms and 3 bunkrooms. All rooms carpeted and heated.

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Rawson Village, Gippsland, Victoria

You will love the beautiful and serene environment on the banks of Lake Victoria in Gippsland We offer a wide range of activities at competitive prices including: Giant Swing, Flying Fox, Climbing Wall,Canoeing, Raft Building, Hut Building, Bush Cooking, Bush Walking, Fishing, Ropes, Initiatives, Archery, Orienteering & Taekwondo

Phone 03 5156 6644 Mobile 0427 005 694 or email: info@campcoorong.com.au

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Looking for a great camp with great facilities? Then come to Rawson Village Group Accommodation & Conference Centre.

…. Ideal for school, youth, church & family groups

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• Ensuite lodgerooms set on 17 acres of native bushland • Separate dining room • 300 seat recreational room • Motel upgrades • Indoor & outdoor activities • Commercial kitchen for self cater groups • Any size group welcome • Program assistance • Accommodation for 270 - 300 guests • All meals prepared onsite by qualified chefs

No Duty Groups - We do it all for you Kevin & Trish Reardon Resident Owners Phone: 03 5165 3200 Fax: 03 5165 3377 Email: sales@rawsonvillage.com Web: www.rawsonvillage.com

Croajingolong National Park

A'BECKETT PARK

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Halls Outdoor Education. LOCATION First Avenue, Raymond Island VIC 3880. Paynesville 1 km, Melbourne 300 km. VicRoads Country Directory 84 D8. SETTING Open bushland setting with lake frontage, near beach. ACCOMMODATION 88. 20 rooms, (9 rooms with ensuites). Bunks, beds. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 3 separate recreation rooms, chapel, TV, DVD, indoor games equipment including pool table, table tennis table, air hockey, foosball table, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Grassed oval, gas BBQ, campfire, volleyball, initiative activities, orienteering, mountain bikes, canoes, swimming, water skiing, fishing, water safety, environmental programs, raft building, high and low ropes course, sailing, flying fox, chapel. OTHER INFORMATION Activities meet many of the VELS. Restricted smoking. Off site camping expeditions available including Duke of Edinburgh expedition. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Gippsland Lakes and rivers, Ninety Mile Beach, Buchan Caves, Den of Nargun, Aboriginal Cultural Trail, bushwalking, Art Galleries, Powerworks.

CONTACT Halls Outdoor Education ADDRESS PO Box 328, Gembrook VIC 3783 PH 03 5968 1739 FAX 03 5968 1743 EMAIL info@hallsoutdoored.com.au WEB www.abeckettpark.com.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 390 Mirboo-Yarragon Road, Allambee Reserve VIC 3871. Warragul 20 km, Melbourne 130 km. Melway 928 B8, VicRoads Country Directory 97 B6. SETTING 3 ha farmland setting adjacent to forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom., some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities. ACCOMMODATION 100. 14 rooms in 3 lodges each sleeps 3-12 people. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, lounge, TV, VCR, DVD, AV equip., data projector, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Pool, giant swing, flying fox, abseil tree, vertical climbing challenge, billy carts, low ropes course, initiative activities, volleyball, BBQ, bushwalking, basketball, archery, orienteering, campfire, trampoline. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire for mountain biking, canoeing, abseiling, bushwalking. Transport can be arranged. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Coal Creek Heritage Village Korumburra, Moe Historical Village, Mt Worth SP, Strzelecki Ranges.

CONTACT Imelda & Roman Cathoman ADDRESS 390 Mirboo-Yarragon Road, Allambee Reserve VIC 3871 PH 03 5634 4221 FAX 03 5634 4221 EMAIL info@allambeecamp.com WEB www.allambeecamp.com

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OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, over 40 boats - canoes, kayaks, Pacer sailing boats, 3 powerboats - archery, volleyball, lake swimming, fishing, campfire area. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff. Activities are in school summer holidays for 12-18 year olds who enroll individually. Camp Cooinda is a water based activity camp and requires ability to swim at least 100m. Activities combine fun with social and physical challenges. Camp Cooinda does not accept group bookings as the site is fully used through the year by a school. Programs are run by volunteers. Camp Cooinda has been providing camps on the Gippsland Lakes for 45 years. RESOURCES NEARBY Gippsland Lakes, national parks, Ninety Mile Beach.

CONTACT David Merritt ADDRESS 6 Ravenswood Court, Nunawading VIC 3131 PH 03 9013 9465 EMAIL office@campcooinda.asn.au WEB www.campcooinda.asn.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, emergency phone, open fire, table tennis, billiard table, screen, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Covered gas BBQ, separate open BBQ pit with octagonal surround seating, oval, basketball/volleyball area. RESOURCES NEARBY Tarra Bulga National Park, Balook Visitor Centre, Wilsons Promontory National Park, 90 Mile beach.

CONTACT Graham Cahill ADDRESS Rosebank Avenue, Clayton South VIC 3169 PH 03 9546 3233 FAX 03 9547 5785 EMAIL gca@westallsc.vic.edu.au WEB www.westallsc.vic.edu.au

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CAMP COOLAMATONG

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 38 Creswick Road, Bairnsdale VIC 3875. Bairnsdale 14 km, Melbourne 300 km. SETTING 70 ha Natural bushland and farming pastures with lake frontage. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 100. 3 cabins each sleeping 10 people, 8 bunkrooms sleeping 6-8 people, 3 leaders rooms sleeping 6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, open fire, piano, table tennis, pool table, whiteboard, craft room, TV, VCR, DVD, data projector, PA, large screen, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Abseiling/rock climbing tower, bouldering wall, archery, bush cooking, canoeing, horse riding, kayaking, low ropes course, sailing and water skiing, mountain bikes, orienteering, basketball, rafting, 49 seat passenger launch, nature trail, beach volleyball, unicycle training court, picnic facilities with BBQ rotundah. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. RESOURCES NEARBY Lakes National Park, Lakes Entrance, Buchan Caves, Metung.

CONTACT Graham Webb ADDRESS RMB 7390, Bairnsdale VIC 3875 PH 03 5156 6511 FAX 03 5156 0471 EMAIL coolamatong@bigpond.com WEB www.campcoolamatong.com

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Managed by Camp Cooinda Inc. LOCATION Banksia Peninsula, via Bairnsdale VIC 3875. Bairnsdale 20 km, Melbourne 300 km. Melway 628 K6, VicRoads Country Directory 84 C9. SETTING 6.4 ha bushland with beach frontage. ACCOMMODATION 45. Total capacity is 70 including tent accommodation and 7 cabins accommodating 45 people. CATERING Full catering is provided for Camp Cooinda programs. There are no group facilities for hire. INDOOR FACILITIES Kitchen, dining hall, recreation room, games equipment.

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Westall Secondary College. LOCATION Bulga Park Road, Balook VIC 3971. Yarram 27 km, Melbourne 210 km. Melway 628 D8, VicRoads Country Directory 98 B8. SETTING 1 ha bush setting adjacent to national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 42. 8 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each accommodating 3-12 people. Bunks, beds, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION RMB 7420 Lake Victoria Road, Bairnsdale VIC 3875. Bairnsdale 15 km, Melbourne 280 km. Melway 629 A6, VicRoads Country Directory 84 C9. SETTING 2.25 ha lakeside setting surrounded by bushland. ACCOMMODATION 90. 8 cabins accommodating 75 people, 1 house accommodating 7 people, 1 ensuited unit accommodating 8 people. Fitted sheets, pillows and pillow cases. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, table tennis, pool table, soccer table, TV,

VCR, open fire, piano, whiteboard, disco lights. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, sailing, private jetty, volleyball, basketball, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, giant swing, swimming area, canoes, raft building, environmental and cultural activities, hut building, climbing wall. OTHER INFORMATION Qualified program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for water skiing, tube riding, lake cruise, 100 passenger catamaran, bus trips. Program information and camp booklets available. Sole occupancy guaranteed. Transport can be arranged to nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Raymond Island, Buchan Caves, Ocean Grange, Gippsland Lakes, national parks, Mitchell River, Lakes Entrance, Ninety Mile Beach.

CONTACT Ana ADDRESS RMB 7420 Lake Victoria Road, Bairnsdale VIC 3875 PH 03 5156 6644 EMAIL info@campcoorong.com.au WEB www.campcoorong.com.au

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GIPPSLAND

Privately owned. LOCATION 30 Gale Street, Waratah Bay VIC 3959. Foster 24.1 km, Melbourne 190 km. Melway 528 B10. SETTING 0.93 ha coastal setting adjacent to beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom., some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 150. 17 rooms in 1 lodge accommodating 6-12 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, ensuites in all bunkrooms, bunks, pillows, blankets. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES 2 dining rooms, 2 recreation rooms, craft/technology room, table tennis, DVD, VCR, OHP, PA system, stereo, public telephone, indoor sports/ games equipment, whiteboard, blackboard, drying room. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Direct beach access, science/ adventure programs including: surfing, rock pooling, low ropes, initiative courses, giant swing, pool, beach volleyball, kite making, model boat making, campfire and more. OTHER INFORMATION Qualified leaders, adventure programs, resident manager. Transport can be arranged with seatbelted coaches to and from camp and Wilsons Promontory. Commercial activity providers available for surfing. RESOURCES NEARBY Waratah Bay beach, Wilsons Promontory NP, Walkerville Limestone Kilns, Toora Wind Turbines, Great Southern Rail Trail.

CONTACT Barry Sauer ADDRESS 30 Gale Street, Waratah Bay VIC 3959 PH 03 5684 1426 FAX 03 5684 1193 EMAIL campwaratahbay@bigpond.com WEB www.campwaratahbay.com.au

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CAMP RUMBUG AT FOSTER NORTH

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 90 Dollar Woorarra West Road, Foster North VIC 3960. 170 km (2 hrs) from Melbourneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CBD. Close to the township of Foster and emergency services. SETTING 14.8 ha overlooking Wilsons Promontory National Park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. All areas accessible. Easy access in and around buildings, difficult access to adventure activities. ACCOMMODATION 220. Large lodge with 17 rooms, 4 bedrooms with ensuites. All accommodation under one roofline. We offer the option of a night in our purpose built safari tents (on raised platforms) or extra 2 person tents available if required. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE By negotiation.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Self catering available. INDOOR FACILITIES Large dining room, 2 large recreation rooms, PA system with CD & MP3, large projector with DVD, VHS, laptop & MP3. Indoor games and leader run programs available. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Over 30 fun and engaging activities such as abseiling, canoeing, giant swing, initiatives, archery, rock wall, swimming pool, many wet/dry low ropes and much more. OTHER INFORMATION Qualified staff running the program for you from 7.30am to 10.30pm. Resident Manager. Return transfers on modern coaches with seatbelts fitted can be arranged. RESOURCES NEARBY Wilsons Promontory National Park, Waratah Bay, Walkerville Limestone Kilns, Toora Wind Turbines, Great Southern Rail Trail.

CONTACT Ben or Matt Wallis ADDRESS 90 Dollar Woorarra West Road, Foster North VIC 3960 PH 03 5664 6524 FAX 03 5664 6542 EMAIL rumbug@sympac.com.au WEB www.rumbug.com

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CATHERINES CREEK CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 43 Bartons Outlet Road, Allambee VIC 3871. Warragul 25 km, Melbourne 135 km. Melway 528 B8, VicRoads Country Directory 97 B6. SETTING 69 ha farm and bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 140 plus. 18 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 2-14 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, heating. Tent sites are avail.for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Min charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, public telephone, open fire, piano. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Flying fox, waterslide, swimming pool, climbing wall, canoes, archery, low elements ropes course, raft building, orienteering, tennis court, mini golf, campfire, bushwalking, fishing, volleyball, farm activities, basketball, trampolines. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Owners available 24/7. Transport can be arranged to and from campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Gumbuya Park, Tynong, Walhalla, Coal Creek Heritage Village, Korumburra, Powerworks Energy Technology Centre, Yarragon Village, Gippsland Gourmet Trail.

CONTACT Nick Flanagan ADDRESS 43 Bartons Outlet Road, Allambee VIC 3871 PH 03 5634 4279 FAX 03 5634 4280 EMAIL catherinescreek@bigpond.com WEB www.catherinescreekcamp.com.au

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COOLAMATONG LAKE CAMP

Managed by Scripture Union Victoria. LOCATION Cranswick Road, Banksia Peninsula VIC 3875. Bairnsdale 16 km, Melbourne 300 km. Melway 426 J6, VicRoads Country Directory 84 C9. SETTING 4 ha coastal bushland setting, adjacent to lake. ACCOMMODATION 50 accommodated by Tebins (raised off the ground). Also a 3 bedroom dwelling and 2 cabins. CATERING Fully catered with self catering option. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Core activities include canoeing, raft building, geo caching, bike riding. Optional activities at extra cost include sailing, horse riding, water skiing and an overnight raft trip. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff may be available if requested. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, kite surfing, water skiing, canoeing, wind surfing. Alcohol not permitted. New School Program: July 1st 2009 - June 30th 2010. RESOURCES NEARBY National parks, Gippsland Lakes, Buchan Caves.

CONTACT Peter O’Brien ADDRESS 157 Heidelberg Road, Northcote VIC 3070 PH 03 9482 5700 ext 146 FAX 03 9482 7499 EMAIL petero@suvic.org.au WEB www.suvic.org.au/coolamatong

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate function room, 2 dining rooms, 3 separate recreation rooms, public telephone, wood heaters, table tennis, TV, DVD/projector, billiard table, indoor games equipment, whiteboards, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Lake, fishing, canoes, raft-making, archery, tennis/basketball courts, initiative activities, high and low ropes course, heated swimming pools, volleyball, horse rides (charge), orienteering, campfires, flying foxes, giant swing, team rescue, hut building. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding. Smoking not permitted. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities.

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FOREST LODGE FARM

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 52 Forest Lodge Road, Jack River VIC 3971. Yarram 10 km, Melbourne 209 km. Melway 528 E9. SETTING 16.2 ha country property, overlooking Strzelecki Ranges and neighbouring dairy farms. Adjacent to Alberton State Forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining, accommodation, toilet/shower facilities, pathways. ACCOMMODATION 124. 15 rooms in 1 lodge sleeping 90 people, 3 cabin rooms sleeping 18 people. Self contained cottage sleeping 16 people. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, commercial size kitchen, lounge, open fire, audio/ visual system, projector screen, piano, A/C/heaters, recreation room, stage, washing machine, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoes, giant swing, flying fox, fishing, orienteering, low ropes, oval, basketball, volleyball, campfire, BBQ, swimming pool. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. On-site owners. Feed and handle farm animals. Transport can be arranged to nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Tarra Bulga, Wilsons Promontory, Toora Windfarm, Coal Creek, Agnes Falls, Ninety Mile Beach, Port Welshpool, Wildlife Wonderland, Powerworks, Port Albert.

CONTACT Kathryn or Paul ADDRESS 52 Forest Lodge Road, Jack River VIC 3971 PH 03 5184 1264 FAX 03 5184 1266 EMAIL info@forestlodgefarm.com.au WEB www.forestlodgefarm.com.au

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GIPPSLAND

stadium (basketball, volleyball, air hockey, pool table, netball, high climbing wall), 2 conference rooms, teachers’ lounge, stage, public telephone, open fire, piano, VCR, DVD, OHP, PA, whiteboard, data projector screen, WiFi internet access on request, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Flying fox, high/low ropes course, oval, volleyball, BBQ, trampoline, initiative, archery, river tubing, forest walk, campfire area, bicycles, frisbee golf, mini golf. OTHER INFORMATION Comprehensive V.E.L.S. support material available for all activities. Qualified staff available for all specialised program activities. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available. Transport can be arranged to and from campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Gourmet Deli Country, Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort, Snowfields, Tooronga waterfalls, Noojee Tressle Bridge.

CONTACT John Krause ADDRESS 405 McKenzie Rd, Neerim East VIC 3831 PH 03 5628 4224 or 1800 TO STAY FAX 03 5628 4445 EMAIL forestedge@cyc.org.au WEB www.forestedge.cyc.org.au

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 3545 Bairnsdale-Dargo Road, Glenaladale VIC 3864. Bairnsdale 35 km, Melbourne 285 km. Melway 628 H4, VicRoads Country Directory 83 F5. SETTING 340 ha bush setting with two campsites. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom., toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, most activities, single beds avail. ACCOMMODATION 302. 5 S/C cabins each sleeping 68 people, 40 rooms over 2 camps sleeping 6-8 people. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, doonas. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CONTACT Peter McEldrew ADDRESS 3545 Bairnsdale-Dargo Rd, Stratford VIC 3862 PH 03 5157 6315 FAX 03 5157 6200 EMAIL info@coonawarraresort.com.au WEB www.coonawarraresort.com.au

FOREST EDGE CYC

Managed by CYC Limited. LOCATION 405 McKenzie Road, Neerim East VIC 3831. Neerim South 12 km, Melbourne 120 km. Melway 612 V5. SETTING 50 ha river valley setting adjacent to state forest. ACCOMMODATION 208. McKerlie Creek Cabins 7 accommodating 68 guests, Latrobe Lodge - 27 ensuited rooms each accommodating 5 max guests. Double and single beds, bunks, pillows, heating, supplementary bedding available. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES 200 person A/C auditorium, dining room, recreation room, sports

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ILLAWONG LODGE BY THE SEA

Privately owned. LOCATION 105 Langs Road, Robertson Beach VIC 3971. Yarram 16 km, Melbourne 230 km. Melway 628 E9, VicRoads Country Directory 104 E4. SETTING 3 ha bay setting with beach frontage. ACCOMMODATION 60. 10 rooms in 1 lodge each accommodating 4 people, 2 dormitories each accommodating 10 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, conference/ function room, table tennis, billiard, public telephone (incoming calls + 000 only), wood heater, piano, electronic organ, 2 x TV, 2 x VCR, 2 x DVD, 2 separate floors, whiteboard, stereo, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, picnic area, campfire area (on request), volleyball, basketball, beach swimming. OTHER INFORMATION Bus hire available, smoking permitted outdoors. RESOURCES NEARBY Wilsons Promontory National Park, Tarra Bulga National Park, Coal Creek Heritage Village, boat hire, historical sites, Port Albert, Tarra River, Yarram golf course.

CONTACT Janet Atkins ADDRESS 37 Ridge Road, Kallista VIC 3791 PH 03 9752 0533 or 0427 778 200 FAX 03 9752 0010 WEB www.illawonglodge.com.au

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GIPPSLAND

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OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoeing, BBQ, tennis, low ropes course, initiative activities, horse riding, swimming pool, abseiling, caving, overnight camps and rafting on the Snowy River, yabby dam, farm activities, orienteering, bushwalking, flying fox, rock climbing and buchan, basketball half court, nature walks. RESOURCES NEARBY Alpine National Park, Buchan Caves, Snowy River, Little River Falls and Gorge, High Country.

CONTACT Paul & Judi Sykes ADDRESS Gelantipy Road, Gelantipy VIC 3885 PH 03 5155 0220 FAX 03 5155 0308 EMAIL enquiries@karoondapark.com WEB www.karoondapark.com

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Jumbuk Road, Jumbuk VIC 3869. Morwell 25 km, Melbourne 175 km. Melway 628 D8, VicRoads Country Directory 97 J8. SETTING 129 ha native bush setting on a hilltop, with panoramic views of the Strzelecki Ranges. ACCOMMODATION 67. 6 ensuited cabins sleeping 10 each, teachers cabin sleeping 3, bedroom adjacent to dining room sleeping 4. Bunks, heating. Campout option available. Quality 2 and 3 person four season hiking tents supplied. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 15m recreation marquee, circus games equipment, craft and multipurpose buildings, large shed for bush dances, wood heater. OUTDOOR FACILITIES 15 sit-on kayaks, archery, playing field, beach volleyball, high and low ropes courses, bouldering wall, initiative course, swimming, raft making, bushwalking, orienteering, campfire area, BBQ, trampolines, bush hut building, separate camping areas - remote, lakeside, cabinside (tents supplied), mini golf, the maze, the swings. OTHER INFORMATION Special 3 day activity camp with program staff and 3 day Gippsland tour package available for schools. Relax, enjoy the view, explore the bush and look at local wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, lyrebirds and echidnas. RESOURCES NEARBY Powerworks.

CONTACT Ron Ellis or Angela ADDRESS 60 Twyford Street, Williamstown VIC 3016 PH 0427 691 568 or 03 5169 1568 FAX 03 5169 1768 EMAIL jumbukpark@gmail.com WEB www.jumbukpark.com.au

KAROONDA PARK

Privately owned. LOCATION Gelantipy Road, Gelantipy VIC 3885. Buchan 37 km, Melbourne 400 km. SETTING 850 ha farm setting near national park and river. ACCOMMODATION 100. 10 cabins. Bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 35. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room with rock climbing wall, public telephone, open fire, table tennis, laundry, drying facilities, pool, internet kiosk, badminton court.

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LAKE TYERS CAMP AND CARAVAN PARK

Managed by Uniting Church in Australia. LOCATION 558 Lake Tyers Beach Road, Lake Tyers VIC 3909. Lakes Entrance 15 km, Melbourne 310 km. Melway 629 C5, VicRoads Country Directory 85 C7. SETTING 2 ha bushland setting near beach. ACCOMMODATION 90. 22 cabins each accommodating 5-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, beds, bunks, pillows, linen (charge), heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, chapel, open fire, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, stage, volleyball, basketball. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for canoeing, fishing, sailing. Smoking not permitted in cabins, restricted use of alcohol. RESOURCES NEARBY Lake Tyers State Park, 90 Mile Beach, fishing charters.

CONTACT The Manager ADDRESS PO Box 129, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 PH 03 5156 5530 FAX 03 5156 5702 EMAIL ltcandcp@internode.on.net WEB www.laketyerscaravanpark.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 630 Lake Victoria Road, Mason Bay via Paynesville VIC 3880. Paynesville 10 km, Melbourne 280 km. Melway 628 J6, VicRoads Country Directory 84 C9. SETTING 100 ha farmland and bush setting, overlooking lakes. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom., some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 120. 20 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, linen supplied, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, small meeting rooms, piano, table tennis, pool table, open fire, TV, VCR, DVD, OHP, screen, whiteboard, PA. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Indigenous activities, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, canoes, raft making, hut building, basketball, volleyball, campfire area, BBQ area, oval, 65 passenger cruise boat, water skiing, sailing, kite making, wildlife and nature activities. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Packaged programs available. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Gippsland Lakes, 90 Mile Beach, Buchan Caves, Lakes Entrance, national parks.

CONTACT Jim & Joan Nancarrow ADDRESS PO Box 170, Paynesville VIC 3880 PH 03 5156 6395 FAX 03 5156 6436 EMAIL info@lakewoodpark.com.au WEB www.lakewoodpark.com.au

LAKEWOOD PARK

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, 2 conference rooms, 2 syndicate rooms, indoor basketball stadium and squash courts (charge), whiteboards, screen, slide projector, OHP's, TV, VCR, DVD, data projector, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, volleyball, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, basketball, trampoline, orienteering, playground, swimming pool, tennis. Offsite activities include canoeing, abseiling, white water rafting. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Walhalla, museums, Thomson Dam, bushwalking, snowfields of Mt Baw Baw and Mt St. Gwinear.

CONTACT Kevin and Trish ADDRESS 1 Pinnacle Drv, Rawson VIC 3825 PH 03 5165 3200 FAX 03 5165 3377 EMAIL sales@rawsonvillage.com WEB www.rawsonvillage.com Australian Camps Association Accredited

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Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES 3 dining rooms, recreation room, sports stadium, chapel, open fire, piano, stage, TV, VCR, DVD, data projector, screen, whiteboard, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoes, high and low ropes course, climbing wall, archery, BBQ, initiative activities, trampolines, swimming pool, mini golf, campfire, flying fox, giant swing, leap of faith, playground, liberty swing. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, four wheel driving. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY National parks.

CONTACT The Manager ADDRESS Jamieson Road, Licola VIC 3858 PH 03 5148 8791 FAX 03 5148 8790 EMAIL camping@licola.org.au WEB www.licola.org.au

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TISDALL LODGE

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Main Road, Walhalla 3825. Walhalla 45 km, Melbourne 175 km. Melway 628 D6, VicRoads Country Directory 81 J9. SETTING 3 ha flat land adjacent to forest and river valley. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 50. 2 cabins accommodating 4 people, 8 rooms in 1 lodge accommodating 4 people, 1 bunkroom accommodating 10 people. Linen (charge), bunks, beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is available. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, public telephone, TV, DVD, VCR. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, history trail, campfire area. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for ropes course, commando course, canoeing, bike rides. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Goldfields railway, long tunnel extended goldmine.

CONTACT Nic Pryke ADDRESS 103 Main Rd, Walhalla VIC 3825 PH 03 5165 6282 FAX 03 5165 6284 EMAIL equator@primus.com.au

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GIPPSLAND

Privately owned. LOCATION 1 Pinnacle Drive, Rawson VIC 3825. Moe 35 km, Melbourne 175 km. Melway 628 D6, VicRoads Country Directory 81 H9. SETTING 6 ha adjacent to national park and state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 272. 72 rooms, each sleeping 2-6, inc. 40 ensuite. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement.

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Lions Village Licola Inc. LOCATION Jamieson Road, Licola VIC 3858. Heyfield 58 km, Melbourne 250 km. Melway 280 B8. SETTING 13.76 ha bush setting near river and national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accom, some toilet/shower facilities, sealed private roadway and some pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 250. 16 cabins each accommodating 13-24 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering can be provided.

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ACA ACCREDITED Not for profit organisation. LOCATION Heyfield-Licola Road, Licola VIC 3858. Heyfield 34 km, Melbourne 300 km. SETTING 12 ha on a river flat on the Macalister River, surrounded by bushland. ACCOMMODATION 24. 2 bunkrooms each accommodating 12 people. Linen supplied, bunks, pillows, sleeping bags & inner sheets. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 18. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, open fire, laundry (1950's style). OUTDOOR FACILITIES Campfire area, flying fox.

OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. No smoking or alcohol permitted. Wollangarra is a not for profit organisation with the firm belief that young people and the mountains are natural partners. With this in mind, we run a five day program for 14-16 year olds, where we take them hiking for 2 nights in Victoria's High Country. Wollangarra itself is situated in the Macalister River Valley, where the only access is on our 'flying fox' (a platform that seats 4 people). Wollangarra is built nearly entirely out of secondhand materials using hand tools. The directors & five staff live onsite permanently enjoying a pioneer lifestyle with no electricity. This is an extremely unique camp & can offer an amazing experience for the right school/young person.

CONTACT Wollangarra ADDRESS Wollangarra, Licola VIC 3858 PH 03 5148 0492 WEB www.wollangarra.org

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WOORABINDA SCHOOL CAMP INC.

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Woorabinda School Camp Inc. LOCATION North Shore Road, Yallourn North VIC 3825. Yallourn North 5 km, Melbourne 150 km. VicRoads Country Directory 97 F4. SETTING 120 ha forest setting near lake. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities. ACCOMMODATION 80. 40 rooms in 2 lodges each accommodating 2 people. Bunks, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, public telephone, wood heater, stage, VCR, DVD, TV, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, undercover areas, campfire area, stage, volleyball, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, canoes. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Walhalla Gold Fields, Old Gippsland Heritage Park, Lake Narracan.

CONTACT Camp Teacher/Supervisor ADDRESS PO Box 418, Moe VIC 3825 PH 03 5167 1458 FAX 03 5167 1002 EMAIL woorabinda@vic.australis.com.au WEB www.vic.australis.com.au/woorabinda

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WOOTTON LODGE EDUCATIONAL CENTRE - YARRA VALLEY GRAMMAR

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WOLLANGARRA OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE

Managed by Yarra Valley Grammar. LOCATION Hodges Road, Coongulla VIC 3860. Heyfield 15 km, Melbourne 200 km. SETTING 10 ha natural bushland setting near lake. ACCOMMODATION 50. 5 cabins accommodating 40 people, 3 staff rooms accommodating 10 people. Bunks, pillows. Tent sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, cubby in campout area, open fire, indoor sports and games equipment, VCR, TV, slide projector, whiteboard.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Campout area, orienteering, volleyball court, initiative activities, bushwalking, hut building, program development (charge). OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for rafting, canoeing, mountain bike riding, rock climbing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Lake Glenmaggie, Avon Wilderness, Thompson and Macalister River, power station in La Trobe Valley, timber mill, swimming, bushwalking, farming.

CONTACT Wootton Lodge Educational Centre ADDRESS Kalinda Road, Ringwood VIC 3134 PH 03 9262 7700 FAX 03 9876 1077 EMAIL kellie.fielder@yvg.vic.edu.au WEB www.yvg.vic.edu.au

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GIPPSLAND

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MO R N I N G T O N P E N I NSUL A I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AN D I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Hopetoun

Woomelang

Rainbow

Quambatook

Birchip

Brim

Jeparit

Finley

Kerang

Berrigan

Cohuna

Beulah

Netherby

Culgoa

Wycheproof

Mathoura

Leitchville Gunbower

Pyramid Hill

Strathmerton

Warracknabeal Donald

Dimboola Natimuk

Murtoa

Horsham

Maryborough Maldon

Stawell Great Western

Balmoral Grampians National Park

Talbot Lexton Clunes

Maroona

n Cavendish Coleraine

Beaufort

Willaura

Dunkeld

Creswick

Glenthompson Skipton

Hamilton

Avoca

Elmhurst

Ararat

Koroit

GOLDFIELDS

078

M31

A39

A79

Blackwood

Cressy Inverleigh

Terang

Camperdown

Benalla

Violet Town Whitfield

Euroa Avenel

Harcourt

Seymour

Kilmore

Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek

Gisborne

Yarra Glen

Mansfield

M Eildon Lake Eildon Howqua Nat Park Buxton Marysville Yarra Ranges Woods Poin HealesvilleNat Pk

Yarra Junction

Lara

Dandenong

Cranbourne

Geelong

C l

Nagambie

Malmsbury Tallarook Broadford Alexandra Kyneton Lancefield Yea M31 Daylesford

36 42 46 48 49

Mortlake

NAME

Glenrow

Bacchus Melton 47 Marsh Rokewood Derrinallum Lismore Anakie MELBOURNE 37 Werribee

Macarthur

Shepparton Wangaratta

Rushworth Murchison

Heathcote

Ballarat

Tatura

Castlemaine

Lake Bolac

Penshurst

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Mooroopna

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Dunolly

Chil

Kyabram Corop

Bendigo Navarre

Corowa

Yarrawonga

Numurkah

Rochester

Inglewood Bridgewater

Marnoo

Halls Gap

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Lockington

A39

Moama

Echuca

Korong Vale Wedderburn

St Arnaud

Dadswells Bridge

Milltown

A79

Minyip

Pimpinio

Boort

Charlton

Cobram

Barmah

Watchem

Nhill

Tocumwal

Gembrook A1

Warragul

liff

Walhall Neerim South

Heyfie

Moe

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE

Adekate Forest Lodge

Ballarat

100

Yes

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Baanya Biami

Anakie

100

Yes

•

Camp Getaway

Bendigo

Camp Macleod Lake Eppalock

Bendigo

Camp Yumbunga

Bendigo

Cave Hill Creek

Beaufort

Crystal Lake Cabins

Ballarat

Eastern Hill Camp Creswick

Creswick

Koolamurt Park Scout Camp

Bendigo

Lake Dewar Lodge YMCA

Bacchus Marsh

120

Yes

•

Log Cabin Christian Camp

Ballarat

108

Yes

•

Narmbool Environmental Discovery Camps

Ballarat

Yes

•

Pax Hill Scout Camp (Scout Assoc of Ballarat)

Ballarat

110

Yes

Sovereign Hill Lodge

Ballarat

150

Victorian Blue Light Youth Camps Inc.

Maldon

Yes

•

Wesley Point Camp & Conference Centre

Bendigo

101

Yes

•

www.auscamps.asn.au

CATERING FC SC

• Yes

• •

•

Yes

•

Yes

•

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•

VIC I G o l d f i e l d s

‘Blood on the Southern Cross’ show, Sovereign Hill

he Goldfields region is writ large in Australia’s history, and with good reason. The beautiful city of Ballarat is regarded as the heart of the Australian goldrush and for many, the home of something even more precious than gold - Australia’s wonderful, easy-going, egalitarian version of democracy.

The Eureka flag, first raised on Bakery Hill and then flown over the Eureka Stockade before being torn down by Trooper John King during the battle in the early morning of Sunday December 3rd, 1854, is now proudly displayed at the Ballarat Fine Art Gallery. Not surprisingly, given its rich place in the history of the nation, the story of the Eureka Stockade has provided inspiration for generations of poets, songwriters, novelists, film makers and other artists. After visiting the Art Gallery to see the flag, the next port of call should be the Eureka Stockade Centre to re-live the stories of the

The amazing Sovereign Hill is another great attraction reflecting Ballarat’s golden past. Step inside and you can be panning for gold, riding on a stagecoach or walking the streets as if it were still the 1850s. There’s also a brilliant sound and light show called Blood On The Southern Cross. Bendigo also has golden riches, something reflected in the city’s faithfully restored boom town architecture. In the 1880’s, the city had the richest goldfields in the world. Today there’s no rush but the experience is still golden. Pall Mall, named after its counterpart in London, has a most impressive Victorian era streetscape. Sidewalk cafes, art galleries and antique stores all sit splendidly among the great sandstone buildings that are a proud reminder of the days when the streets were paved with gold. Another big player in the Gold Rush, the city of Castlemaine is now the centre of a rich rural industry. Fresh produce, including apples, grapes and golden pears are all grown around Castlemaine. So no matter where you go in the Goldfields, and no matter what you choose to do, the memories will always be golden.

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Standing under their famous flag of rebellion, an oath was taken by hundreds of gold diggers at Ballarat in 1854. That led to the Eureka uprising against what the miners saw as an unjust tax. The uprising, led by Peter Lalor, was a short lived and bloody one against petty officialdom. Though the uprising failed on the day, it had a flow on effect on the lives of many Australians as the message that unfairness would not be accepted reached those in power. In time, Lalor, who lost an arm in the fighting, even became a power broker himself as a member of the Victorian parliament.

day there was blood spilt on the wattle. Make sure to check the list of miners who took part to see if one of your relatives was among them.

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Eastern Hill Camp Creswick,Vic (03) 5345 2996

Comfortable facilities Sleeping 90 in 11 rooms Adventure Course - Sports Bush Setting - Walking, fishing Unique Historic town & museum Mining relics & Battery School of Forestry Nursery State Forest Lake & Koala Park

Further Details Phone Holly Penning (03) 5345 2996 0414 834 954

Australian Camps Association

GOLDFIELDS

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Australian Camps Association Accredited

CAVE HILL CREEK Group Accommodation • Recreation • Outdoor Education

Australian Camps Association

Ropes course

Bush hut building

Canoeing

Australian Wildlife

Come and enjoy our picturesque group accommodation facility situated in a secluded creek valley, overlooking a private lake and surrounded by the mountains of Mt Cole State Forest. Our facilities include heated accommodation for 98 with separate facilities for supervisors, a spacious dining / recreation area with open fire and full catering.

Fishing

• Abseiling • Low ropes course & initiative activities • Canoeing • Swimming • Raft building • Trout fishing • Bicycle trail riding • Archery

• • • • • • • • •

Bushwalking Orienteering Nature trails Photo trails Campfire Bush cooking Bush hut building Volleyball Rotational camp outs

Archery

Picturesque lake setting

For more information please contact:

Tug of War

Tim, Angela, Ian & Julie Chandler Cave Hill Creek, 110 Glut Road, Beaufort 3373 Tel: (03) 5349 7381 Fax: (03) 5349 7379 Email: info@cavehillcreek.com.au Web: www.cavehillcreek.com.au

VIC I C a m p s ~ G o l d f i e l d s

ACA ACCREDITED Owned by Uniting Church in Australia. LOCATION Creswick Dean Road, Via Creswick VIC 3363. Ballarat 15 km, Melbourne 130 km. Melway 627 C3, VicRoads Country Directory 58 H9. SETTING 57 ha bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 100. 14 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 4-6 people. Beds, bunks, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, lounge/meeting room, public telephone, table tennis, TV, VCR, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Sports oval, ball court, BBQ area, playground, canoeing, low ropes course, climbing wall, bushwalking, archery, initiatives, campfires, bush cooking, orienteering, adventure programming. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Gold Museum, Ballarat Wildlife and Reptile Park, Eureka Stockade Centre, Lake Wendouree.

CONTACT Uniting Church Campsite Bookings Office ADDRESS PO Box 237, Creswick VIC 3363 PH 03 5356 4241 or 1300 304 560 FAX 03 5356 4522 EMAIL norval@netconnect.com.au WEB www.norval.org.au

GOLDFIELDS

082

ADEKATE FOREST LODGE

Australian Camps Association

CAMP GETAWAY

Managed by Rotary Youth Camp Inc. LOCATION 161 Eppalock Road, Axedale VIC 3551. Bendigo 20 km, Melbourne 150 km. Melway 609 G4, VicRoads Country Directory 45 A7. SETTING 23 ha bushland setting adjacent to river. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 68. 3 cabins each accommodating 4 people, 8 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each accommodating 5-7 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms for cabins and bunkhouses under one roof, beds, separate toilet blocks, no bedding or linen supplied.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering can be provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, table tennis, open fire, piano, outdoor chapel, observatory with telescope. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, basketball, tennis court, flying fox, river swimming. OTHER INFORMATION Purpose built facilities and access for people with a disability. RESOURCES NEARBY Golf course, Eppalock Lake, Bendigo Gold Themes.

CONTACT Caretaker, Camp Getaway ADDRESS C/- Post Office, Axedale VIC 3551 PH 03 5439 7228 EMAIL jaflood@impulse.net.au

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BAANYA BIAMI

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 220 Marshalls Lane, Beremboke VIC 3342. Anakie 16 km, Melbourne 80 km. Melway Key Map 11 A8, VicRoads Country Directory 77 E7. SETTING 60 ha bush setting adjacent to national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 100. 15 cabins each accommodating 4-6 people, 1 dormitory accommodating 15 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, pillows, bunks, sole occupancy.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, wood fires, stage, table tennis, TV, VCR. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Flying fox, giant slide, abseiling, rock climbing, low ropes course, initiative activities, orienteering, bushwalking, archery, campfire area, volleyball, undercover area. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for abseiling. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Fairy Park Anakie, Brisbane Ranges National Park, Sovereign Hill, wineries.

CONTACT Erica Van Nunspeet ADDRESS 220 Marshalls Lane, Beremboke VIC 3342 PH 03 5360 8284 FAX 03 5360 8295 EMAIL baanyabiami@bigpond.com

Australian Camps Association

CAMP MACLEOD LAKE EPPALOCK

Privately owned. LOCATION Low Head Road, Eppalock VIC 3551. Bendigo 32 km, Melbourne 120 km. Melway 609 F-G4. SETTING 14 ha open bushland near shore of lake, adjacent to national park. ACCOMMODATION 60. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, open fire, table tennis, billiard table, stereo, TV, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, undercover areas, campfire area, canoes, volleyball court, basketball rings, swimming area, tennis court, orienteering, overnight camping, bushwalking, fishing, bush hut building. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Smoking not permitted indoors, alcohol use with prior permission. RESOURCES NEARBY Lake Eppalock, state forest, Bendigo goldfields attractions, Chinese gardens, talking tram, Bendigo Pottery, Discovery Centre, wineries, Art gallery, golf course.

CONTACT Leanne Johnson ADDRESS C/- Axedale Post Office, Axedale VIC 3551 PH 03 5439 2558 FAX 03 5439 2543 EMAIL tralea279@hotmail.com Australian Camps Association Accredited

VIC I C a m p s ~ G o l d f i e l d s

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Recreation Camps Australia. LOCATION Site C2 Comer Road, Lake Eppalock VIC 3551. Bendigo 30 km, Melbourne 140 km. Melway 609 G4. SETTING 2.5 ha bush setting within state park, near lake. ACCOMMODATION 54. 2 dormitories each sleeping 24 people, 1 S/C flat sleeping 6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under 1 roof, bunks, pillows, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, public telephone, table tennis, pool table, laundry, drying facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoes, rowboats, sailing boats, BBQ, volleyball, low ropes course, swimming, campfire, ponding, bicycles. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for water activities, sailing, canoeing, rowing, yabbying, fishing, ponding, swimming, bike riding, low ropes course, volleyball, hiking, gold panning, environmental activities, orienteering, water craft available by arrangement. Hirers must comply with activity qualification and safety guideline requirements. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Deborah Mine, Talking Tram, Chinese Museum, Bendigo Pottery, Science Discovery Centre, ice skating, sporting and recreation facilities.

CONTACT Rob Clark ADDRESS 11 Lawrence Court, The Patch VIC 3792 PH 03 9756 6891 FAX 03 9756 6093 EMAIL rabnclark04@hotmail.com WEB www.campyumbunga.com.au

CAMP YUMBUNGA

Australian Camps Association

CRYSTAL LAKE CABINS games equipment $20 fee), open fire, piano, DVD, VCR, TV, blackboard, laundry, public telephone (incoming & emergency calls only), toilets/showers, etc. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Lake - swimming, canoeing, sailing, fishing, BBQ area with gazebo, picnic area & table, oval, clothesline, campfire area, asphalt play & assembly area. OTHER INFORMATION Resident caretaker. No animals, no smoking in buildings, consumption of alcohol by permission. Commercial activity providers available in the area for horseriding, golf. RESOURCES NEARBY Lakes, swimming pool (summer), football/cricket oval, basketball stadium, National Parks, tennis courts, rock climbing, abseiling, Ballarat (20mins) - Sovereign Hill, Kryal Castle, Reptile Park, skate park, go-karts, Adventure Playground.

CONTACT Andrew Gruntovs ADDRESS PO Box 6114, Highton VIC 3216 PH 0414 538 131 FAX 03 5243 7473 EMAIL info@crystallakecabins.com.au WEB www.crystallakecabins.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 110 Glut Road, Beaufort VIC 3373. Beaufort 19 km, Melbourne 169 km. Melway 520 G12, Melway 526 G2. SETTING 43 ha creek valley and lake setting, adjacent to state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom, most toilet/shower facilities, pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 98. 10 rooms in main building accommodating 88 people with bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof. 1 cabin accommodating 10 people with bathroom. Bunks, pillows, doonas (charge), heating. Camp outs available. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 34. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, public telephone, open fire, piano, table tennis, indoor games equipment, TV, VCR, OHP, DVD, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Abseiling, archery, bicycles, canoeing, swimming (lake), fishing, raft building, low ropes, initiative activities, hut building, orienteering, map reading, bushwalking, photo trail, nature trail, bush cooking, campfire, BBQ, volleyball, open playing area. OTHER INFORMATION Resident owner. Commercial activity providers available for hire for canoeing, abseiling. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill and Ballarat attractions, Mt Cole State Forest.

CONTACT Tim, Angela, Ian & Julie Chandler ADDRESS 110 Glut Rd, Beaufort VIC 3373 PH 03 5349 7381 FAX 03 5349 7379 EMAIL info@cavehillcreek.com.au WEB www.cavehillcreek.com.au

Australian Camps Association

EASTERN HILL CAMP CRESWICK

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Eastern Hill Camp Creswick Co-op Ltd. LOCATION St Georges Lake Road, Creswick VIC 3360. Creswick 1 km, Melbourne 123 km. SETTING 2 ha forest and bush setting. ACCOMMODATION 90. 12 rooms in 2 lodges each accommodating 4-12 people. Bunks, heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, conference/meeting/art and craft rooms, billiard room, wood heater, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, snooker, TV, VCR, DVD, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, flying fox, trampolines, adventure playground. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Smoking not permitted in buildings. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre, Ballarat Wildlife Park, golf course, art galleries, antique centre, Tangled Maze, bushwalking.

CONTACT Holly Penning ADDRESS PO Box 51, Creswick VIC 3363 PH 03 5345 2996 FAX 03 5345 2996

Australian Camps Association

GUIDE TO CAMPS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS

GOLDFIELDS

Privately owned. LOCATION 554 Linton/Carngham Road, Linton VIC 3360. Ballarat 30 km, Melbourne 150 km. Melway 626 J4, Vicroads Country Directory 76 B3. SETTING 4.4 ha open bushland adjacent to lake & state forest. ACCOMMODATION 60. 12 cabins accommodating 2 - 8 people, bunks, beds. Tent & caravan sites available. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering can be arranged for large groups & long stays. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, first aid room (must supply own first aid kits), table tennis/pool table, (indoor

CAVE HILL CREEK

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KOOLAMURT PARK SCOUT CAMP

Managed by Scouts Association VIC. LOCATION 44 Mandurang Road, Spring Gully VIC 3550. Bendigo 3 km, Melbourne 150 km. Melway 609 D3. SETTING 100 ha bush setting adjacent to state forest. ACCOMMODATION 56. 8 cabins each accommodating 2-5 people, 1 dormitory accommodating 22 people. Bunks, beds. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, training centre, table tennis, OHP, VCR, TV, screen, telephone, open fire.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, campfire, mini golf, low ropes course. OTHER INFORMATION Resident rangers. RESOURCES NEARBY Bendigo Pottery, Living Wings and Things, swimming pools, ice skating, indoor sports, Discovery Art Centre, Life Adventure Park, Ironbark Riding Centre, numerous galleries, markets, wineries.

CONTACT Iain Wilson & Colleen Hurley ADDRESS 44 Mandurang Road, Spring Gully VIC 3550 PH 03 5441 3881 EMAIL koolamurt@hotmail.com

ACA ACCREDITED

GOLDFIELDS

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining Room, telephone, open fire, combustion heater, table tennis, hookey, blockbusters, indoor sports games and equip., VCR, DVD, OHP, data projector, screen, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Archery, flying fox, initiative activities, trampolines, bungee run, canoes, swimming (lake), orienteering, campfire area, volleyball, basketball ring, open playing area, BBQ area, oval, frisbee golf, fishing, bushwalking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Alcohol restricted, formerly known as Log Cabin Lodge. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Tangled Maze, St Georges Lake, Prime Ministers Walk, Gold Museum.

CONTACT Dean Duerkop ADDRESS PO Box 353, Creswick VIC 3363 PH 03 5345 2756 FAX 03 5345 2789 EMAIL logcabincamp@bigpond.com WEB www.logcabincamp.com.au

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Owned by Victorian YMCA. LOCATION 339 Garrards Lane, Myrniong VIC 3341. Bacchus Marsh 18 km, Melbourne 71 km. SETTING 89 ha bushland setting near lake and river. ACCOMMODATION 120. 23 rooms in 3 lodges. Linen (charge), bunks, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation/auditorium, lounge area, pool table, indoor sports games equipment, carpet bowls, PA, OHP, data projector, screen, laundry, drying facilities, day visit area.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, oval, lake, swimming, bushwalking, canoes, mountain bikes, fishing, orienteering, kayaking, archery, raftbuilding, environmental activities, team building, adventure racing. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. RESOURCES NEARBY St Annes winery, Lederderg and Werribee Gorge, Wombat State Forest, Daylesford, Hepburn Springs.

CONTACT Janet Mason ADDRESS 339 Garrards Lane, Myrniong VIC 3341 PH 03 5368 7459 FAX 03 5368 7059 EMAIL lakedewarlodge@ymca.org.au WEB www.camps.ymca.org.au

LOG CABIN CHRISTIAN CAMP

Managed by Elijahs Mantle. LOCATION 270 Ascot Road, Creswick VIC 3363. Ballarat 15 km, Melbourne 113 km. Melway 609 A10. SETTING 24 ha bushland setting in state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways. ACCOMMODATION 108. 6 bunk-style heated cabins each accommodating 12-14 people with bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof. 1 dormitory accommodating 22, 1 small cabin accommodating 4. Tent and/or caravan sites also available. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Small groups by arrangement.

LAKE DEWAR LODGE YMCA

Australian Camps Association

NARMBOOL ENVIRONMENTAL DISCOVERY CAMPS

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by The Sovereign Hill Museums Association. LOCATION Horsehill Road, Elaine VIC 3334. Ballarat 50 km, Melbourne 110 km. SETTING 2000 ha pastoral and bush setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 74. 14 rooms (with ensuites) in 1 lodge, each accommodating up to 6 people. Bunks, beds, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, verandah, decked area, environmental learning centre, wood heater, conference equipment, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Paddocks for outdoor games, environmental trails, access to wetlands, farmland and native bush, scientific skills including vegetation and habitat assessment, astronomy session (pre-book and charge). OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Sessions on healthy habitats, ecosystems and indigenous perspectives available. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Gold Museum, Blood on the Southern Cross.

CONTACT Christine Handley ADDRESS Sovereign Hill Post Office, Ballarat VIC 3350 PH 03 5337 1176 FAX 03 5333 5663 EMAIL tsullivan@sovereignhill.com.au WEB www.sovereignhill.com.au/narmbool

Australian Camps Association

Australian Camps Association Accredited

VIC I C a m p s ~ G o l d f i e l d s

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Scouts Association Ballarat. LOCATION 450 Spencer Street, Ballarat VIC 3350. Ballarat 6 km, Melbourne 100 km. Melway 611 A1, VicRoads Country Directory 257 Q15. SETTING 14 ha bush setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways. ACCOMMODATION 110. 14 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each accommodating 2-12 people. Bunks. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate dining room, separate recreation room, indoor sports/games equipment, DVD, OHP, whiteboard, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Flying fox, photo trail, abseiling (charge), BBQ, volleyball, billy carts, archery, orienteering, confidence course, yabbying, commando course, bush golf, mine, gold panning, giant slide (charge). OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area including horse riding, swimming. Transport can be arranged. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife Park, Eureka Stockade, Ballarat Bird World.

CONTACT Ross Holst ADDRESS 450 Spencer Street, Ballarat VIC 3350 PH 03 5331 4956 FAX 03 5331 8085 EMAIL paxhill@netconnect.com.au WEB www.paxhill.com.au

PAX HILL SCOUT CAMP (SCOUT ASSOC OF BALLARAT)

Australian Camps Association

VICTORIAN BLUE LIGHT YOUTH CAMPS INC. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing area, BBQs, volleyball, basketball court, mini golf, cycling programs, rock climbing wall, archery. Costs involved for some activities. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. RESOURCES NEARBY Lake Cairn Curran, tennis, golf, swimming pool, museum, gold discovery tours, Goldfields steam railway, antique shops, nature walks.

CONTACT Michael & Janet Williamson (Managers) ADDRESS PO Box 127, Maldon VIC 3463 PH 03 5475 2033 FAX 03 5475 2117 EMAIL info@bluelightcamp.com WEB www.bluelightcamp.com Australian Camps Association Accredited

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Sovereign Hill Museums Association. LOCATION Magpie Street, Ballarat VIC 3350. Ballarat 2 km, Melbourne 110 km. SETTING On-site at Sovereign Hill. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 150. 22 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each accommodating 2-10 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 2 separate recreation rooms, public telephone, open fire, piano, stage, conference facilities, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, open playing area. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Blood on the Southern Cross, Narmbool, Gold Museum.

CONTACT Neil Robbins ADDRESS Sovereign Hill Post Office, Ballarat VIC 3350 PH 03 5333 1159 FAX 03 5333 5861 EMAIL lodge@sovereignhill.com.au WEB www.sovereignhill.com.au

Australian Camps Association

WESLEY POINT CAMP & CONFERENCE CENTRE

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Hazlett Drive Lake Eppalock, Axedale VIC 3551. Bendigo 35 km, Melbourne 132 km. Melway 609 95, VicRoads Country Directory 45 B8. SETTING 12 ha forest setting with lake frontage. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 101. 14 rooms in 5 bunkhouses each accommodating 4-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 10. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate dining room, separate recreation room, box heaters, table tennis, billiard table, indoor sports & games equipment, coke fridge, quoits, whiteboard, TV, VCR, OHP, screen, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoes, archery, volleyball, basketball, tennis court, swimming, open playing area, bushwalking, fishing, water activities (BYO), climbing wall, ropes course, campfire area, low ropes course. RESOURCES NEARBY Township of Bendigo, gold mine, wineries, forests, bushwalking, Lake Eppalock.

CONTACT Alicia Turner ADDRESS RSD Axedale, Axedale VIC 3551 PH 03 5439 2532 FAX 03 5439 2673 EMAIL wesleypointcamp@bigpond.com WEB www.wesleypoint.com

Australian Camps Association

GUIDE TO CAMPS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS

GOLDFIELDS

Managed by Victorian Blue Light State Council LOCATION 16 Phoenix Street, Maldon VIC 3463. Maldon 1 km, Melbourne 138 km. SETTING 6 ha open country setting. ACCOMMODATION 80-90. 9 cabins. Bring your own bedding. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, stage, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, white boards, projectors, TV, DVD facilities.

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National Park

Boundary Bend

Hattah

Peebinga

A79

Parilla

Chinkapook

SOUTH AUSTRALIA VICTORIA

Pinnaroo

Woorinen

Wyperfeld National Park

Moulamein

Nyah West

Patchewollock

Rainbow

Kerang

Nhill

Kaniva

Wycheproof

Warracknabeal

Pyramid Hill

Charlton

A8 55

Donald Dimboola

Little Desert National Park Frances Goroke

Minyip

Pimpinio Natimuk

A79

Murtoa

Boort

Korong Vale Wedderburn

Marnoo

Dadswells Bridge

Apsley Edenhope

Balmoral Grampians National Park

Penola

Great Western

Elmhurst

Ararat

Casterton Cavendish Coleraine Dunkeld

Merino 54

Digby Dartmoor

Skipton

Hamilton

Heywood

Rushworth Murchison

Heathcote

Creswick

Avenel

Harcourt

A79

Blackwood

Ballarat

A39

Seymou

Malmsbury Tallarook Broadford A Kyneton Lancefield Ye M31 Daylesford

Talbot

Kilmore

Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek

Gisborne

Yarra Glen

Lake Bolac

Penshurst Milltown

Lower Glenelg Nat Park

Glenthompson

Tatura

Castlemaine

Lexton Clunes

Beaufort

Willaura

Mooroopna Corop

Nagambie

Avoca

Maroona Nangwarry Tarpeena

Kyabram

Dunolly

Maryborough Maldon

Stawell

Halls Gap

Harrow

Moama

Rochester

Bendigo Navarre

53 56 57

Lockington

Inglewood Bridgewater

St Arnaud

Horsham

Echuca

Naracoorte

Nelson

Mathoura Leitchville Gunbower Barmah

Quambatook

Birchip Watchem

Bordertown

Mount Gambier

Deniliquin

Barham

Culgoa

Brim

Jeparit

Wakool

Murrabit

Cohuna

Beulah

Netherby

Conargo

Lake Boga

Berriwillock Woomelang

Wanganella

Swan Hill

Ultima

Sea Lake Hopetoun

Yanac

Kyalite

Manangatang

Ouyen

Underbool Walpeup

Derrinallum Lismore Rokewood

Macarthur

Bacchus Melton Marsh Anakie Werribee MELBOURNE

Cressy Inverleigh

Mortlake

Lara

Dandenong

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NAME

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

52 53

Brauer College - Dunkeld Camp

Dunkeld

Camp Acacia

Stawell

108

Yes

•

Grampians Retreat

Hamilton

Yes

•

Little Desert Nature Lodge

Nhill

110

Norval Lodge and House

Stawell

192

Yes

•

Rose's Gap Recreation Centre

Stawell

270

Yes

•

Tandara Lutheran Camp

Halls Gap

Yes

•

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MacKenzie Falls, Grampians National Park

ome of the amazing geographical features of the Grampians region donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just try to defy description, they seem to defy gravity. Twisted and gnarled by the millenia, rock formations lean precariously out over the deep valleys of the region and make great sites, and sights, for look-outs. Unable to defy gravity though are the wonderful MacKenzie Falls - and who would want them to as the waters tumble into a deep green gorge fringed by ferns, throwing up mists and mysteries.

American writer Mark Twain said of Horsham that it was set on a plain as flat as the floor. And that is true of the thriving rural city, one of the main centres for the famous Wimmera. Much work has been done over the years to beautify the banks of the Wimmera River that flows gracefully through the town. There are picnic spots, fishing and good viewing places for sunsets which set off the river and the mountains to excellent effect. The Horsham Art Gallery is one of the best regional galleries in Australia. It houses the Mack Jost collection, which includes works by Rembrandt, Sidney Nolan, Hans Heysen and George Lambert.

Five kilometres north-west of Horsham, beside the Western Highway, is a marker to denote the spot where the gold escort crossed the border in 1852 and 1853. It was intended to reverse the currency drain from South Australia during the Victorian goldrushes by bringing some of the gold back to Adelaide, a town which had been virtually deserted by hopeful prospectors. Not everywhere around Horsham is flat. Mt Arapiles is famous for rock-climbing, and rock-climbers from all over the world come to test their skills here. Brigitte Muir, the first Australian woman to climb Mt Everest - and also to walk to the South Pole - lives and works nearby. The Aboriginal history of the area goes way back into time. Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre in the Grampians National Park is home to seven ancient rock paintings, and worth a visit for that reason alone. The Grampians region is approximately three hours from Melbourne. Another way to get to the Grampians is via the Great Southern Touring Route that also takes in the Great Ocean Road and Ballarat on a loop that starts and finishes from Melbourne.

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As well as the wonderful natural attractions spread across the Grampians region, there are delightful old towns like Hamilton, Ararat and Stawell - famous as the home of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous professional foot race. Tiny Halls Gap, the only town inside the Grampians National Park, is also another must stop.

The Wimmera Wool Factory is located three kilometres southwest of the town centre and produces first-rate ultrafine wool. Guided tours to re-discover a time when Australia rode on the sheeps back are available.

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The Pinnacle, Grampians National Park

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BRAUER COLLEGE - DUNKELD CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Brauer College, Warrnambool. LOCATION Dunkeld - Halls Gap Road, Dunkeld VIC 3294. Dunkeld 3 km, Melbourne 360 km. Vic Roads Country Directory (1st Edition) 73 G3. SETTING 5 ha bush setting adjacent to Grampians National Park. ACCOMMODATION 36. 4 cabins each accommodating 8 people. 2 rooms each accommodating 2 people. Bunks, beds. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, open fire, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, picnic area, campfire area, initiative activities. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for abseiling, mountain biking, town swimming pool. RESOURCES NEARBY Grampians National Park, Halls Gap Tourist Centre, Brambuk Cultural Centre.

CONTACT David Baker ADDRESS PO Box 676, Warrnambool VIC 3280 PH 03 5560 3888 FAX 03 5560 3889 EMAIL baker.david.g@edumail.vic.gov.au WEB www.brauer.vic.edu.au

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CONTACT Maree & Dennis Willey ADDRESS PO Box 55, Dunkeld VIC 3294 PH 03 5577 2257 FAX 03 5577 2657 EMAIL grampiansretreat@bigpond.com WEB www.grampiansretreat.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, piano, table tennis, telephone, open fire, lounge, VCR, DVD, whiteboard, screen. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, picnic area, community oval across the road, campfire area, volleyball, low ropes course, archery, bush cooking, orienteering, adventure programming. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for rock climbing, abseiling, mountain biking, canoeing. Environmental and aboriginal programs available. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in assisting people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Halls Gap, Grampians NP, Clematis Falls, Fyans Valley Walk, Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre.

CONTACT Uniting Church Campsites ADDRESS 204 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 232 Grampians Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381 PH 03 5356 4241 or 1300 304 560 FAX 03 5356 4522 EMAIL norval@netconnect.com.au WEB www.uccamping.org.au

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LITTLE DESERT NATURE LODGE

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Nhill-Harrow Road, Nhill VIC 3418. Nhill 16 km, Melbourne 374 km. Melway 519 K8. SETTING 117 ha bush setting near national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 110. 16 rooms each accommodating 4 people, 24 ensuite rooms each accommodating 2 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating, cooling. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided for prebooked groups. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, public telephone, open fire, piano, TV, VCR, projector, white board. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Picnic and open playing area, BBQ. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident caretaker. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for rock climbing. Fully licensed dining room (no BYO), smoking not permitted indoors. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Little Desert National Park, walking trails.

CONTACT Ray and Maureen Reichelt ADDRESS PO Box 202, Nhill VIC 3418 PH 03 5391 5232 FAX 03 5391 5217 EMAIL info@littledesertlodge.com.au WEB www.littledesertlodge.com.au

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MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15. Min. charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation/function room, lounge, TV, VCR, DVD, stereo systems, whiteboard, screen. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, heated pool, campfire, giant swing, flying fox, low ropes, initiative activities, archery, trails, games area, orienteering, bush cooking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire, for example abseiling, mountain biking. Transport can be arranged to nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Brambuk Cultural Centre, Volcanic Discovery Centre, Halls Gap.

CAMP ACACIA

Owned by Uniting Church in Australia. LOCATION 63-67 Grampians Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381. Stawell 30 km, Melbourne 235 km. SETTING 2 ha bush setting in national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 108. 13 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 8 people. 2 rooms each accommodating 2 with ensuites. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

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Privately owned. LOCATION Lot 3 Wrights Road, Dunkeld VIC 3294. Hamilton 36 km, Melbourne 265 km. Melway 626 C4, VicRoads Country Directory 73 G3. SETTING 32 ha natural bushland, river boundary and national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: dining and recreation room, some accommodation and toilet/shower facilities, single beds available, most entrances, pathways and activities. ACCOMMODATION 86. 13 rooms in 6 bunkhouses each accommodating 2-12 people. Some bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, linen (charge), pillows, blankets. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for hire.

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ACA ACCREDITED Owned by Uniting Church in Australia. LOCATION Grampians Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381. Stawell 28 km, Melbourne 260 km. Melway 620 D11, VicRoads Country Directory 225 D6. SETTING 40 ha open bushland valley, adjacent to national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 192. 32 cabins each sleeping 6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15. Min charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, lounge, public telephone, table tennis, TV, VCR, data projector, whiteboard, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES High and low ropes course, pamper pole, abseiling, rock climbing, canoeing, mountain biking, bushwalking, initiative activities, team challenge, archery, campfires, heated pool, hut building, bush cookery, tennis court, adventure programming. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Grampians National Park, Brambuk Cultural Centre, walking trails, natural bushland.

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ROSE'S GAP RECREATION CENTRE

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 1006 Rose's Gap Road, Dadswells Bridge VIC 3385. Stawell 30 km, Melbourne 272 km. VicRoads Country Directory 40 J9. SETTING 42 ha bush setting in national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways. ACCOMMODATION 270. 29 cabins each accommodating 4-10 people, 2 cottages each accommodating 6 people. Bunks, beds. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Min number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining rooms, public telephone, open fire, piano, indoor sports/ games equipment, table tennis, laundry, drying facilities, shop. OUTDOOR FACILITIES High ropes, giant swing, pamper pole, vertical playpen, flying fox, yabbying, orienteering, abseiling, rock climbing, canoeing, hut building, bushwalking, low ropes course, archery, initiative activities, campfire, volleyball. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for night walks, environmental studies. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY National parks, bushwalking, Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Halls Gap.

CONTACT Lynda and Bob Sutherland ADDRESS PO Box 386, Stawell VIC 3380 PH 03 5359 5264 FAX 03 5359 5275 EMAIL rosesgap@wimmera.com.au WEB www.rosesgap.com.au

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TANDARA LUTHERAN CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED

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NORVAL LODGE AND HOUSE

Managed by the Lutheran Church of Australia. LOCATION 25 Tandara Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381. Halls Gap 1.5 km, Melbourne 260 km. SETTING 2.7 ha open grassed land surrounded by national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 95. 14 rooms each accommodating 3-14 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering (weekend and school holidays only). INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, stage, table tennis, hookey, piano, public telephone, open fire, PA, OHP, whiteboard, stereo, media system, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, oval, stage, undercover areas, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, low ropes course, initiative activities, archery. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for abseiling, canoeing, rockclimbing. Transport can be arranged. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Grampians National Park, Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Chinese Gold Museum, heated pool.

CONTACT David or Jon ADDRESS PO Box 50, Halls Gap VIC 3381 PH 03 5356 4253 FAX 03 5356 4220 EMAIL tandara.vic@lca.org.au WEB www.tandara.org.au

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MO R N I N G T O N P E N I NSUL A I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AN D I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA g VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Horsham

Marnoo

Dadswells Bridge

Apsley Edenhope

Balmoral Grampians National Park

Penola

Mount Gambier

Casterton Cavendish Coleraine

Dunkeld

Merino

Glenthompson Skipton

Hamilton

Digby Dartmoor

Nelson

Willaura

Milltown

A79

Derrinallum Lismore Rokewood

Koroit

Portland

Port Fairy

Camperdown

Allansford

Cobden

Warrnambool

Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek

Bacchus Melton Marsh Anakie Werribee MELBOURNE

Cressy Inverleigh

Mortlake Terang

Kilmore

Gisborne

Yarra Glen

Macarthur

Heywood Cape Bridgewater

Blackwood

Lake Bolac

Penshurst

Lower Glenelg Nat Park

Creswick

Ballarat

Seymou

Malmsbury Tallarook Broadford A Kyneton Lancefield Ye M31 Daylesford

Lexton Clunes

Beaufort

Avenel

Harcourt

Castlemaine Talbot

Elmhurst

Maroona Nangwarry Tarpeena

Avoca

A39

Heathcote

Maryborough Maldon

Great Western

Ararat

Nagambie

Dunolly

Navarre

Stawell

Halls Gap

Harrow

Rushworth Murchison

Bendigo

Naracoorte

Lara

Dandenong

Cranbourne

Geelong

Colac

Torquay

Queenscliff

60 61 63 65 69 Ocean

Anglesea Grove

62 75 64 71 Lavers

Hill Port Campbell Port Campbell Princetown 67 Nat Park

74 59 Aireys Inlet 68 Lorne Great Otway Nat Park

G A1

66 70

Flinders

Mornington Rosebud Cowes San Remo

Won Inverloc

Apollo Bay

Cape Otway

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NAME

NEARBY TOWN

Angahook Holiday Camp

Aireys Inlet

Yes

•

Anglesea Recreation Camp

Anglesea

148

Yes

•

Araluen Lutheran Camp

Anglesea

107

Yes

•

Brucknell Park Scout Camp

Warrnambool

Yes

•

Burnside Camp

Anglesea

Yes

•

Camp Cooriemungle

Port Campbell

140

Yes

•

Camp Wilkin

Anglesea

160

Yes

•

Camp Wyuna

Queenscliff

Yes

•

Cape Otway Ocean Lodge

Apollo Bay

Yes

•

Club Lorne Outdoor Education Camp

Lorne

Yes

•

Coastal Forest Lodge

Angelsea

Yes

•

Cottage by the Sea

Queenscliff

Yes

•

Kangaroobie

Port Campbell

170

Yes

•

Mirrabooka Brownie Cottage

Geelong

Portland Bay Lodge

Portland

Yes

•

Sokil

Aireys Inlet

Yes

•

Southcombe Lodge

Port Fairy

Yes

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Great Ocean Road

No trip to the Great Ocean Road is complete without a drive along the Shipwreck Coast to the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and the Bay of Islands. The scenery is spectacular, the stories of the ill-fated ships that gave that bit of the coast its name tragic. The sinking of the Loch Ard in 1878 is one of the saddest stories of them all. Of the 54 on board, only two survived, the teenagers Tom Pearce, a ships apprentice, and Eva Carmichael. A visit to Warrnambool’s Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum will tell you their remarkable story of survival - and perhaps a hint of romance - via a $1 million sound and laser show called Shipwrecked. As the spray from the giant aqua screen hits your face and your seat begins to shake, it’s easy to

think you’re right there on the deck of the Loch Ard as she sinks into the Southern Ocean. At Flagstaff Hill you will also find the other survivor of the sinking, a Minton porcelain peacock. Another Great Ocean Road region must is a visit to Port Fairy, a romantic little fishing village on the River Moyne. At nearby Tower Hill, a dormant volcano, you can enjoy bush tucker and learn about the Aboriginal history of south west Victoria. Wildlife also abounds in the crater of the volcano which last erupted around 12,000 years ago and includes emus, kangaroos and koalas. Some of Australia’s best and most famous beaches are found on the aptly named Surf Coast around Torquay, Jan Juc, Lorne and Apollo Bay. Torquay and nearby Bells Beach are the spiritual homes of surfing in Australia. Call in at Surf World to find out the full story. Torquay also has Australia’s only all surfing shopping plaza. In Apollo Bay, you can get fresh crayfish from the Fisherman’s Co-Op. Beyond the Surf Coast lies the Great Otway National Park, home to tall forests and wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies and even the elusive platypus at Lake Elizabeth. Waterfalls also abound in the Otways, yet another wonderful reason to visit the Great Ocean Road region.

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GREAT OCEAN ROAD

he Great Ocean Road is many things - the journey of a life time; one of the world’s best road trips and, the world’s biggest war memorial. It was built by soldiers returned from World War One in memory of their fallen comrades. They have created a unique memorial as well as a wonderful way to see one of the most fabulous regions not just in Victoria, but in Australia. The Great Ocean Road has everything - from bustling cities to deserted beaches. Geelong is the gateway to the road. The city on Corio Bay has a spectacular, freshly painted waterfront and great shopping. Geelong is close to Avalon Airport and an accommodating base for touring the whole region. The nearby Bellarine Peninsula has picturesque villages, sun-blessed coastal scenery and the widest range of holiday activities.

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Kangaroobie is a magnificent 2000 acre working farm and camp situated on the Great Ocean Road surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the Port Campbell and Great Otway National Parks. • Groups up to 190 people • Excellent meals

• Program staff available for activities • Fun activities for all ages

ACCOMMODATION

ENVIRONMENT

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Warm, comfortable, pine-lined bunkrooms Accommodation for up to 190 people Toilets and showers within accommodation Ensuites to leader’s room

• • • •

2000 acre working farm 700 acres bush River and wetlands Great Otway National Park: Forest, Waterfalls & Glow Worms • Port Campbell National Park Spectacular Coastal Scenery, Shipwreck History • Cape Otway Lightstation

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Geelong Simpson

Torquay

Colac

Lorne

Port Campbell Princetown

Kangaroobie is located 270km from Melbournein South-West Victoria on the Great Ocean Road

Apollo Bay

Bass Strait Twelve Apostles

Melbourne Colac

Cape Otway Lightstation

Princetown

ACTIVITIES

Farm Activities • Canoeing • Ropes Course Beach Walk • Orienteering • Initiative Activities Beach Combing • Archery • Adventure Games Bush Art & Craft • Table Tennis • Swimming Fishing • Camping • Bushwalking Also available by request: Bush Dancing • Aboriginal Activities • Surfing

Your Hosts

Matt and Sophie Bowker "Kangaroobie" Great Ocean Road Princetown Victoria 3269 Tel: (03) 5598 8151 Fax: (03) 5598 8020 Email: kangaroobie@kangaroobie.com

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At Club Lor

We all know that kids learn most effectively when they’re engaged, stimulated and challenged. At Club Lorne, we specialise in camps that promote self-esteem, teamwork and leadership skills through a whole range of water, beach and bush activities, including: Surﬁng Boogie Boarding Mini Surf Carnivals Kayaking (Flatwater & Ocean) Lifesaving Skills Bush Walks

n to Lear the surf & fun easyway

We can specially design a program to suit your needs with our friendly and highly qualiﬁed staff. In this active and challenging environment, personal development has never been so much fun! So give your students the experience of a lifetime. Visit our website for more information.

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Sokil

www.sokil.com.au PH: 0400 980 960

Arts Eco Retreat

• CAMPS • RETREATS • RECEPTIONS

GREAT OCEAN ROAD

...now there is a difference! GREAT location

NEW CAMPSITE CAMPSITE NEW

Accommodation and camping facilities located in a tranquil bush setting adjoining the spectacular Great Ocean Road

• Just off the Great Ocean Road, Anglesea 5kms

GREAT facilities

• New campsite, ideal for schools,

PURPOSE DESIGNED DESIGNED & & BUILT BUILT PURPOSE

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clubs and church groups etc. Accommodation for 80 • Ensuite Cabins

WEST COAST / AIREYS INLET

GREAT activities

• Challenge, adventure, environment, fun

GREAT service

• Friendly, experienced, flexible

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GREAT value

• Quality catering, competitive prices

...to experience the difference...

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Ph: (03) 5263 1300 Fax: (03) 5263 1561 Cnr Forest and Gundrys Rd, Anglesea PO Box 133, Anglesea 3230 VIC Email: info@coastalforestlodge.com.au www.coastalforestlodge.com.au Australian Camps Association

COASTAL FOREST LODGE IS ACA ACCREDITED

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ANGAHOOK HOLIDAY CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 10 Distillery Creek Road, Aireys Inlet VIC 3231. Aireys Inlet 2.7 km, Melbourne 125 km. SETTING 4.5 ha bush setting adjacent to national park, near beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, some pathways. ACCOMMODATION 75. 6 rooms in 3 bunkhouses each accommodating 8-12. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets (some), heating (some). MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, open fire, recreation room, stage, table tennis, sports equipment, TV, VCR, DVD, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Archery, open playing area, outdoor chess, initiative activities, campfire area, BBQ, low ropes course, bushcraft, orienteering courses, basketball and volleyball courts. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, mountain biking, canoeing, surfing, lighthouse tour, bush dancing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Light house, Great Ocean Road, surf beach, national park, Torquay.

CONTACT John & Julie O'Donnell ADDRESS PO Box 123, Aireys Inlet VIC 3231 PH 03 5289 6774 FAX 03 5289 6774 EMAIL angahook@bigpond.com WEB www.angahook.com.au

ANGLESEA RECREATION CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED

CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, wood heater, VCR, DVD, OHP, screen, whiteboard, sports stadium, climbing wall, bouldering room, table tennis. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Oval, campfire, volleyball, basketball, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, giant swing, archery, bicycles, canoes, skateboarding, fishing. Some additional charges apply. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for surfing. Packaged programs available. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Surfing Museum, Lighthouse tours, Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road.

CONTACT Vicki Chrzanowski ADDRESS PO Box 51, Anglesea VIC 3230 PH 03 5263 1512 FAX 03 5263 2001 EMAIL anglesea@ymca.org.au WEB www.camps.ymca.org.au

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GREAT OCEAN ROAD

Managed by Victorian YMCA. LOCATION Corner Great Ocean Road and Inverlochy Street, Anglesea VIC 3230. Anglesea 0.5 km, Melbourne 112 km. Melway 196 H5. SETTING 11 ha open coastal bushland adjacent to beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom., most toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, most activities. ACCOMMODATION 148. 8 cabins each accommodating 4-6 people, 28 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 2-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Min number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

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ARALUEN LUTHERAN CAMP

Managed by Lutheran Church of Victoria. LOCATION 24 McDougall Road, Anglesea VIC 3230. Anglesea 0.5 km, Melbourne 109 km. Melway 196 G4. SETTING 2.5 ha bush setting, walk to town shopping strip and beach. ACCESSIBILITY Accessible areas: some dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 107. 12 ensuited rooms each sleeping 6-8 people, 4 standard rooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under 1 roof, linen (charge), bunks, queen beds, pillows, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30-40. Minimum charge applies. Smaller groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, public telephone, keyboard, table tennis, pool table, indoor sports equipment, wood fire, TV, DVD/CD, VCR, OHP, whiteboard, laundry, separate meeting rooms. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Low ropes, playground, campfire area, initiative activities, archery, beach volleyball, basketball, oval, outdoor chapel, bush tracks, BBQ. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire: beach swimming, surfing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboats, sailing, fishing, cycling, mountain biking, golf, bowls, tennis, high ropes, giant swing, ecological programmes, bushwalks, horse riding, surf museum. RESOURCES NEARBY Great Ocean Road, Otway National Park, Angahook/Lorne Park, Bells Beach, Geelong 34km.

CONTACT Ben or Errol ADDRESS 24 McDougall Road, Anglesea VIC 3230 PH 03 5263 3337 FAX 03 5263 3566 EMAIL araluen.vic@lca.org.au WEB www.araluenlutherancamp.com.au

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GREAT OCEAN ROAD

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Leaders lounge, recreation & dining room, table tennis, pool table, air hockey, telephone, data projector, audio & sound equip, wood heater, piano, VCR, DVD, OHP, TV, screen, whiteboard, laundry, dryer, bath. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, campfire area, volleyball, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, trampolines, basketball. OTHER INFORMATION Program support available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for surfing, horse riding, snorkelling, canoeing, biking, environmental activities. Alcohol not permitted. Transport can be arranged. Staff have experience working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Lighthouse, Torquay, Great Ocean Road, Lorne, Queenscliff, Geelong.

CONTACT Camp Staff ADDRESS PO Box 153, Anglesea VIC 3230 PH 03 5263 1600 FAX 03 5263 1854 EMAIL burnside@campwilkin.com.au WEB www.abcamping.com.au

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Managed by Scouts Australia. LOCATION 1215 Timboon - Nullawarre Road, Brucknell VIC 3268. Warrnambool 40 km, Melbourne 250 km. Melway 626 F9, VicRoads Country Directory 90 F9. SETTING 54 ha bush setting, with sml creek. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 80. 13 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each sleeping 2-8. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, heating, cooling, bunks, beds. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate conference/training centre, open fire, wood heater, piano, table tennis, indoor equipment, OHP, VCR, DVD, karaoke, screens, whiteboards, photocopier, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Walking tracks, BBQ area, picnic area, oval, outdoor chapel, open playing areas, initiative courses, trampolines, jungle statues. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for horse riding, water based activities, abseiling. Transport can be arranged. RESOURCES NEARBY 12 Apostles, lakes, volcanoes, Tower Hill, Warrnambool, cheese tasting, fishing, Port Campbell.

CONTACT Sheryl & Bob Thomas ADDRESS 1215 Timboon - Nullawarre Road, Brucknell VIC 3268 PH 03 5566 5205 FAX 03 5566 5205 EMAIL phao@bigpond.com WEB www.brucknell.netfirms.com

BURNSIDE CAMP

Managed by Baptist Union of Victoria. LOCATION 60 Ellimatta Road, Anglesea VIC 3230. Anglesea 1 km, Melbourne 110 km. Melway 196 K5. SETTING 3 ha bush setting surrounded by national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, some toilet/shower facilities, pathways, activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 88+. 16 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 2-8 people (10 rooms with ensuites). Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

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CAMP COORIEMUNGLE

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 30 Bornong Road, Cooriemungle VIC 3268. Port Campbell 12 km, Melbourne 200 km. Melway 626 G9, VicRoads Country Directory 100 C2. SETTING 20 ha open bushland. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 140. 7 cabins each sleeping 4-8, 16 rooms in 3 bunkhouses each sleeping 4-6. Linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating, cooling (in some rooms). MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. Min charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, chapel (theatre), open fire, wood heater, hall with stage, VCR, DVD, data projector, screens, whiteboard, disco and karaoke equipment. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, oval, campfire, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, giant swing, archery, canoes. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Port Campbell National Park, Twelve Apostles, Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum.

CONTACT John, Karen or Matthew Knee ADDRESS 30 Bornong Rd, Cooriemungle VIC 3268 PH 03 5598 7254 FAX 03 5598 7250 EMAIL jk@campcooriemungle.com.au WEB www.campcooriemungle.com.au

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CAMP WILKIN

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by the Baptist Union of Victoria. LOCATION 57 Noble Street, Anglesea VIC 3230. Anglesea 1 km, Melbourne 114 km. Melway 196 C6. SETTING 6 ha bush setting near beach. ACCOMMODATION 160. 35 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 3-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms, in cluster ensuites, bunks, beds, double beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number and charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, 2 lounge areas, meeting room/hall, new hall facility can be divided into

2 meeting rooms, staff area, table tennis, pool tables, air hockey, soccer table, public telephone, piano, VCR, DVD, OHP, PA system, data projector, screen, whiteboard, laundry, dryer, bath. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, playground, picnic area, oval, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, tennis court, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, trampolines, bicycles. OTHER INFORMATION Our exciting internship program provides program staff to assist your camp. Resident staff. Commercial providers available for surfing, canoeing, horse riding, bikes and environmental activities. Alcohol not permitted. Transport can be arranged during camp. RESOURCES NEARBY Torquay Surfworld, Split Point Lighthouse, Lorne, Great Ocean Road, Queenscliff.

CONTACT Camp Staff ADDRESS PO Box 125, Anglesea VIC 3458 PH 03 5263 3222 FAX 03 5263 1854 EMAIL info@campwilkin.com.au WEB www.abcamping.com.au

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, pool table room, public telephone, wood heater, TV, VCR, whiteboard, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, campfire area, open playing area, football and cricket gear, swimming, fishing, bushwalking. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for canoeing, snorkelling, kayaking, fishing, horse riding, shipwreck tours. Alcohol permitted with management approval, smoking permitted outdoors. Transport can be arranged to and from campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY 12 Apostles, Great Ocean walk, lighthouse tours, glow worms, Otway National Park, Koori tours.

CONTACT Malcolm Brack ADDRESS PO Box 101, Apollo Bay VIC 3233 PH 03 5237 9272 EMAIL cool@harboursat.com.au WEB www.capeotwayoceanlodge.com Australian Camps Association Accredited

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OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Historical sites, lighthouses, fishing trips, ferries, Marine Discovery Centre, steam train, historic centres, museums, Fort of Queenscliff.

CONTACT Andrew Kidd ADDRESS PO Box 200, Queenscliff VIC 3225 PH 03 5258 1656 FAX 03 5258 1656 EMAIL andrew.kidd@ymca.org.au WEB www.geelong.ymca.org.au

CLUB LORNE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Lorne Surf Lifesaving Club, Mount Joy Parade, Lorne VIC 3232. Melbourne 138 km. Melway 511 B11, VicRoads Country Directory 265 N5. SETTING 0.8 ha beach frontage with grassed setting on foreshore reserve. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom., some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, most activities. ACCOMMODATION 76. 7 bunkrooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Carpeted dining room, recreation room, patrol room, first aid and recovery rooms, board and ski storage room, radio room, table tennis, pool table, indoor sports/games equipment, TV, VCR, DVD, karaoke, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Ocean kayaks, G-Boards for standup surfing, boogie boards, wetsuits provided, beach volleyball, cricket, soccer, BBQ area, mini surf carnival, charges apply for all surf related activities. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for horse riding, mountain biking, rock pool ramble, environmental programs. Restricted alcohol licence, smoking not permitted. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Surf World Museum, Torquay.

CONTACT Philip Sutton ADDRESS PO Box 300, Aireys Inlet VIC 3231 PH 03 5289 6831 FAX 03 5289 6813 EMAIL philipsutton@iprimus.com.au WEB www.clublorne.com.au

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GREAT OCEAN ROAD

Privately owned. LOCATION 150 Bracks Access, Cape Otway VIC 3233. Apollo Bay 30 km, Melbourne 220 km. Melway 626 J10, VicRoads Country Directory 101 A7. SETTING 33 ha coastal and bush setting near national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways. ACCOMMODATION 46. 2 dormitories each sleeping 20 people, 3 rooms each sleeping 2-4 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 12. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

Owned by Geelong YMCA. LOCATION 71 Flinders Street, VIC Queenscliff 1 km, Melbourne 105 km. SETTING 3.2 ha set on the coastal dune amongst the coastal tea tree. ACCOMMODATION 96. Each bunkroom accommodates four people. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, art/craft room, first aid room, public telephone, table tennis, billiard table. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing areas, beach, bushwalking, swimming, beach 50m, safe swimming, initiative course, volleyball, basketball, sports equipment.

CAPE OTWAY OCEAN LODGE

CAMP WYUNA

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VIC I C a m p s ~ G r e a t O c e a n R o a d

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. New Management. LOCATION Corner Forest and Gundrys Roads, Anglesea VIC 3230. Angelsea 5 km, Melbourne 108 km. Melway 196 K1, VicRoads Country Directory 296 G1. SETTING 80 ha coastal forest bushland setting with valleys and open pasture, opposite national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. ACCOMMODATION 80. 8 cabins each accommodating 8-10, 2 rooms in main building each accommodating 4-6. Ensuites to all cabins/rooms. Bunks. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, meeting room, stage, TV, VCR, DVD, whiteboard, laundry, drying facilities, indoor mini golf and archery range. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Archery, BBQ, basketball court, low ropes course, orienteering, photo trail, initiative activities, campfire, open playing areas, bushwalking, picnic area, small dam, farm activities, yabbying, fishing. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available (charge). Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for environmental and aquatic activities, mountain biking, horse riding, bush dancing. Restricted smoking and alcohol. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Great Ocean Road, Torquay, Surf Coast beaches, Great Otway National Park.

CONTACT The Manager ADDRESS PO Box 133, Anglesea VIC 3230 PH 03 5263 1300 FAX 03 5263 1561 EMAIL info@coastalforestlodge.com.au WEB www.coastalforestlodge.com.au

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GREAT OCEAN ROAD

Privately owned. LOCATION Great Ocean Road, Princetown VIC 3269. Port Campbell 18 km, Melbourne 225 km. Melway 526 G10. SETTING 850 ha farm setting adjacent to beach, river and national parks. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, most activities. ACCOMMODATION 170. 18 rooms in 3 bunkhouses each accommodating 4 or 12. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, seminar room, recreation areas, 4 sided fireplace and conversation pit, DVD, TV, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoeing, BBQ, swimming, archery, low ropes course, initiative activities, nature trails, farm activities, bush craft, bushwalking, fishing, Aboriginal interpretation. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for surfing, horse riding, bush dancing. Transport can be arranged. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Port Campbell NP, Great Otway NP, Melba Gully State Park (glow worms), Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, Cape Otway Lightstation.

CONTACT Matt and Sophie Bowker ADDRESS Old Ocean Road, Princetown VIC 3269 PH 03 5598 8151 FAX 03 5598 8020 EMAIL kangaroobie@kangaroobie.com WEB www.kangaroobie.com

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COTTAGE BY THE SEA

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 29 Flinders Street, Queenscliff VIC 3225. Queenscliff 2 km, Melbourne 100 km. Melway 499 C11, VicRoads Country Directory 299 P3. SETTING 1 ha seaside setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 60. 2 dormitories each accommodating 30 people. Bunks, beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, art/craft room, TV area, stage, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, undercover areas, stage, basketball, volleyball, low ropes course. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Aquatic and Education facilities, Marine Science Centre, local historical and maritime landmarks.

CONTACT Damian Bennett ADDRESS 29 Flinders St, Queenscliff VIC 3225 PH 03 5258 1663 FAX 03 5258 4347 EMAIL cottagequeenscliff@bigpond.com WEB www.cottagebythesea.com.au

KANGAROOBIE

ACA ACCREDITED

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COASTAL FOREST LODGE

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MIRRABOOKA BROWNIE COTTAGE

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Guides Victoria. LOCATION Kingston Park, Ocean Grove VIC 3227. Geelong 20 km, Melbourne 93 km. Melway 484 B9. SETTING 1 ha bush setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 30. 6 rooms in 1 lodge accommodating 2-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, sitting room, public telephone. RESOURCES NEARBY Ocean Grove Nature Reserve, Adventure Park, many historical centres within driving distance, maze, golf.

CONTACT Heather Condie ADDRESS PO Box 55, Ocean Grove VIC 3226 PH 03 5253 1628 EMAIL watchman@netlink.com.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Owned by Uniting Church in Australia. LOCATION 120 Camp Road, Allestree via Portland VIC 3305. Portland 10 km, Melbourne 348 km. Melway 625 K8, VicRoads Country Directory 88 C6. SETTING 3 ha bay setting near beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accom., some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 88. 32 cabins each accommodating 2-3 people, tent sites and 12 caravan sites. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, chapel, games room, public telephone, wood heater, piano, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing area, BBQ, volleyball, basketball ring, cricket, archery, campfire, initiative activities, bush cooking, adventure programming, coastal education programs. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for fishing, surfing, abseiling, canoeing, sea kayaking. RESOURCES NEARBY Seal tours, Great South West Walk, historic sites, national park, bushwalking, Maritime Museum, swimming, lakes.

CONTACT Uniting Church Campsites Bookings Office ADDRESS PO Box 420, Portland VIC 3305 PH 03 5356 4241 or 1300 304 560 FAX 03 5356 4522 EMAIL norval@netconnect.com.au WEB www.uccamping.org.au

PORTLAND BAY LODGE

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SOKIL

Privately owned. LOCATION 425 Breakfast Creek Road, Wensleydale VIC 3241. Aireys Inlet 10 km, Melbourne 118 km. Melway 611 C10. SETTING 60 ha bush setting in creek valley surrounded by national park, near beach. ACCOMMODATION 80. 2 bunkhouses divided into 5 rooms sleeping 8 max per room. 1 cabin with 4 rooms sleeping 2 per room with bathroom under same roof. Linen supplied on request, beds, double beds, bunks, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/lounge, wood and gas heater, recreational hall, stage, chapel, open fire, music equipment, video projector, screen, VCR, DVD, TV, PA system, outdoor cinema. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open recreation areas, BBQ, 50m swimming pool, campfires, volleyball, 1-3 hr walking tracks, bicycles, raft building. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Onsite activities: 2-3 day hikes, theatre sports, indigenous talks and boomerang throwing, mosaic and more. Local commercial activity providers offer environmental and educational tours, horse riding, surfing, canoeing, mountain biking and more. RESOURCES NEARBY Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road, Otway Fly Rainforest.

CONTACT John Kotowsky ADDRESS Suite 4 2nd Floor 902 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon VIC 3040 PH 03 5288 7393 or 0400 980 960 FAX 03 9375 4463 EMAIL sokil@sokil.com.au WEB www.sokil.com.au

SOUTHCOMBE LODGE OUTDOOR FACILITIES Volleyball, cricket, tennis equipment, tennis courts (charges), squash courts (charges), swimming (ocean 200 m), open areas. OTHER INFORMATION Program information. Public transport is available to Port Fairy twice daily. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Griffith Island, adjacent mutton bird rookery, fishing, National Park at Tower Hill (10kms), Mt Eccles National Park (50kms), 12 Apostles (90kms).

GREAT OCEAN ROAD

Managed by Moyne Shire Council. LOCATION James Street, Port Fairy VIC 3284. Warrnambool 30 km, Melbourne 300 km. Melway 526 C8, VicRoads Country Directory 243 P5. SETTING 6 ha parkland setting 200 m from town centre. ACCOMMODATION 66. 16 rooms. Bunks, beds, some rooms with ensuites. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, public telephone, open fire, table tennis, indoor sports and games equipment (hookey), wide screen TV, whiteboard, laundry, drying facilities, male/female toilet and shower facilities.

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CONTACT Southcombe Lodge ADDRESS PO Box 175, Port Fairy VIC 3284 PH 03 5568 2572 FAX 03 5568 2706 EMAIL southcombe@portfairycaravanparks.com WEB www.portfairycaravanparks.com Australian Camps Association Accredited

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MOR N I N G T O N P E N I NSUL A I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AND I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Wycheproof

eparit

Pyramid Hill

cknabeal

Charlton Donald

A79

Minyip Murtoa Marnoo

Dadswells Bridge

Navarre

Great Western

vendish nkeld

Glenthompson Skipton

milton

Creswick

Ballarat

rthur

Koroit

Terang

Camperdown

Allansford

Colac

Cobden

Warrnambool

Port Campbell Port Campbell Princetown Nat Park

Bright

Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek

76 77 79 81 82 83 86 78 87

MELBOURNE

Lara

Torquay

Mansfield

Mount Buller Eildon Lake Eildon Howqua Nat Park Buxton Alpine National Marysville Park Yarra Ranges Woods Point HealesvilleNat Pk

Gisborne

Porepunkah Mount Buffalo Nat Park

Seymour

Cranbourne Queenscliff

Ocean

Great Otway Lorne

Neerim South

Warragul

Yallourn Nth

Morwell

Korumburra

Wonthaggi Inverloch

Apollo Bay

Maffra

Trafalgar

Cowes San Remo

Nat Park

Briagolong

Heyfield

Moe

Mornington Rosebud

Flinders

Walhalla

Gembrook

Dandenong

Anglesea Grove Aireys Inlet

Lavers Hill

Whitfield

Avenel

Kilmore

Geelong A1

Myrtlef

Violet Town

Euroa

Harcourt

Melton Bacchus Marsh 85 Werribee 80

Cressy Inverleigh

Mortlake

Benalla

M31

A39

Heathcote

Blackwood

Derrinallum Lismore Rokewood

Beechwo

Glenrowan

A79

Lake Bolac

rst

Tatura

Malmsbury Tallarook Broadford Alexandra Kyneton Lancefield Yea M31 Daylesford

Lexton Clunes

Beaufort

Willaura

Corop

Castlemaine Talbot

Maroona

Shepparton Wangaratta

Rushworth Murchison

Nagambie

Avoca

Rutherglen Chiltern M31

Mooroopna

Dunolly

Elmhurst

Ararat

Rochester

Maryborough Maldon

Corowa

Yarrawonga

Numurkah

Kyabram

Bendigo

Stawell

Halls Gap

Lockington

A39

Moama

Echuca

Inglewood Bridgewater

St Arnaud

Horsham

Grampians National Park

Boort

Korong Vale Wedderburn

Cobram

Barmah

Watchem

Cape Otway

Mirboo North Leongatha Foster

Toora

Yarram Port Albert

Tidal River

MELBOURNE

102

Melbourne Aquarium

INDEX NO.

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE

Adventure Melbourne YHA

Claremont Guest House

CATERING FC SC

Melbourne

124

Yes

Melbourne

135

Yes

Edmund Rice Centre - Amberley

Lower Plenty

100

Yes

•

Hotel UniLodge on Flinders

Melbourne

110

Kimgara Park Equestrian Centre

Werribee

Yes

•

Melbourne Discovery

Melbourne

725

Yes

•

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Melbourne Metro YHA

Melbourne

130

Yes

•

Melbourne Oasis YHA

Melbourne

Yes

•

Miami Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne

158

Scienceworks Museum

Melbourne

Urban Camp Melbourne Co-operative Ltd

Melbourne

Whitley College (The Baptist College of Victoria)

Melbourne

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•

112

Yes

•

130

Yes

•

VIC I M e l b o u r n e

Docklands, Melbourne

arvellous Melbourne, that’s what they called Victoria’s capital city in the 19th Century, and there are plenty of reasons to keep that description going in the 21st Century. The city stretches out either side of the Yarra River, revelling in its status as the cultural, café and sporting capital of Australia.

You can take a guided tour of the MCG and hear all the stories of famous names like Don Bradman, Betty Cuthbert, Ron Clarke and Ron Barassi. The Formula One Grand Prix annually runs through the nearby streets at Albert Park. The Melbourne Cup, the race that stops the nation on the first Tuesday of November, is held at the Flemington Race Course just out of the city centre. Melbourne, though is more than just sport. It has many fine art galleries and museums, some of them conveniently close to Southbank, the shopping and eating centre just across the river from the lovely old Flinders Street Station, which is also just

Crowds regularly gather in Federation Square, winter or summer, rain or shine, to watch major sporting events beamed in from overseas and played on a giant screen, or for other community celebrations. At Southbank you can hop on board a boat for a cruise up the Yarra, or down river to a seal colony and a science museum. As well as having some of Australia’s best museums and art galleries, Melbourne is also a city of parks. In Fitzroy Park, behind Parliament House, you will find the home of Captain James Cook. This building was brought out from England and re-erected in Melbourne. Don’t miss the Melbourne Zoo, a short train ride from the CBD. When feeding time at the zoo is over, Melbourne is the best placed city in Australia to get a feed, bursting with restaurants of every size, shape and cuisine. A true city of four seasons, and not always in one day, Melbourne has a charm that other destinations can only marvel at. That’s why they call it Marvellous Melbourne.

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MELBOURNE

Let’s start with the sport. The sporting precinct around east Melbourne includes the Rod Laver Arena, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, a brand new rectangular football ground and much more in the way of top-class sporting facilities. It plays host to the Australian Tennis Open, the Boxing Day Test cricket match and the AFL grand final, as well as providing a home for the Melbourne Storm rugby league club.

across the road from the modern Melbourne village green, Federation Square.

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MELBOURNE

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Eureka Tower, Melbourne

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OVER 1000 SCHOOL GROUP BOOKINGS STAY WITH CONFIDENCE IN 2009 AT MELBOURNE’S POPULAR ACCREDITED CLAREMONT GUEST HOUSE South Yarra

OW KN BOO VOID NT A TO INTME O P P A DIS

$42* subject to alteration

per student per night (based on group share accommodation) includes breakfast, GST and 1 teacher at no cost for every 10 students.

Only 10 minutes from the CBD your group will enjoy how close the Claremont Guest House is to all Melbourne’s not to be missed attractions. School groups from all over Australia and other countries have found the Claremont an ideal base from which to explore Melbourne. TESTIMONIALS “For over 6 years I have chosen to send our students to Hotel Claremont for overnight sporting trips. Their price, location and service cannot be matched.”

Breakfast Included No alcohol served on premises 24hr Reception

Karyn Cross Sports Co-ordinator St. Joseph’s College Mildura

Tram, train 100 metres

“Staying at Hotel Claremont has been a highlight of the city week for our year 9 program since 2003. We have found the location, cost and student friendly services to be well suited to our needs.”

CBD 10 minutes

Geoff Bell, Mornington Secondary College

77 rooms (Groups up to 100)

Famous Chapel St 100 metres Linen and bedding provided clean towels daily Sprinkler system and fire alarms installed Free baggage storage Security entry doors 23 bathrooms close to rooms Evening meals and lunches easily arranged at nearby establishments

“I have been bringing student groups to the Claremont Guest house for the past 4 years and am always very impressed by the level of service, cleanliness, and general atmosphere.” Peta McFadzean, King Island District High School “The Claremont Guesthouse offered our Year 10 students comfortable accommodation in an excellent environment, close to shops, cinemas, public transport and bike paths. The staff are outstanding. They understand the interests and needs of school age children very well; they made us feel welcome. The Claremont enabled us to get on with our programme without needing to worry about accommodation.” Rowan Swaney Head of Otway House, Geelong Grammar School

Hotel Claremont Guest House 189 Toorak Road, South Yarra 3141 1300 301 630 info@hotelclaremont.com www.hotelclaremont.com.au www.accommodationforstudents.com.au

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Miami Hotel

Affordable accommodation -tailored to either group or individual bookings

! Freecall now on 1800 132 333 13 Hawke Street, West Melbourne 3003 www.themiami.com.au

Phone +61 3 9321 2444 Fax: +61 3 9328 1820 Email: desk@themiami.com.au

Managed by YHA Victoria. LOCATION Corner of Queensberry and Chetwynd Streets, North Melbourne VIC 3051. Melbourne 2 km, Melway 2A U10. SETTING 0.25 ha urban setting. ACCOMMODATION 124 people. 34 rooms accommodating 2-4 people, 2 apartments for group coordinators. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, pillows, blankets, doonas, bunk beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Breakfast is provided. Lunch and dinner by arrangement. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, 3 separate recreation rooms, public telephone, piano, DVD, TV, laundry, dryer.

CONTACT Group Bookings Coordinator ADDRESS GPO Box 4793, Melbourne VIC 3001 PH 03 9642 5417 FAX 03 9670 9840 EMAIL marilynl@yhavic.org.au WEB www.yha.com

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INDOOR FACILITIES Dining area, lounge, internet, laundry, public phones, 24 hr reception, pharmacy, TV, desk and light, clothes rack, luggage storage, indoor meeting room. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activities available in the area include tennis courts, bike riding, squash, swimming pool, volleyball, cricket, netball. Smoking and alcohol not permitted. Safety briefing on arrival. RESOURCES NEARBY Chapel Street (100 m), Melbourne CBD (10 min), Yarra River, cinemas, cafes, restaurants, shops, parks, ovals, BBQ areas, gardens, gym, train/tram (100 m from front door).

CONTACT Milton Everett or Geoff Ellis ADDRESS 189 Toorak Road, South Yarra VIC 3141 PH 03 9826 8000 FAX 03 9827 8652 EMAIL info@hotelclaremont.com WEB www.hotelclaremont.com

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CLAREMONT GUEST HOUSE

Privately owned. LOCATION 189 Toorak Road, South Yarra VIC 3141. Melbourne 3 km, Melway 58 E3. SETTING 0.2 ha urban setting. ACCOMMODATION 135. 77 rooms in 1 building. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen & bedding supplied, bunks, clean towels daily, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 10. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Kitchen available to prepare sandwiches and light meals. Breakfast + GST included in rates. Evening meals easily arranged nearby.

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OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, parking for mini buses. OTHER INFORMATION Smoking not permitted indoors, alcohol policy applies. Public transport available to and from the hostel and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Melbourne Zoo, Aquarium, Art Gallery, Melbourne Gaol, Queen Victoria Market, IMAX, Parliament House, Melbourne Observation Deck.

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EDMUND RICE CENTRE - AMBERLEY

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 7 Amberley Way, Lower Plenty VIC 3093. Lower Plenty 1 km, Melbourne 22 km. Melway 21 C12. SETTING 10 ha open bushland overlooking river. ACCOMMODATION 100. 30 rooms accommodating 2-5 people, 2 flats each accommodating 2-3 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (extra charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heated. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, 2 large conference rooms, prayer space, small meeting rooms, table tennis, billiards, public telephone, open fire, piano, state of the art audio visual equipment includes data projectors, whiteboards, flip charts, laundry facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, racquetball court, picnic area, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, 2 tennis courts, low ropes course, initiative activities, swimming pool, 2 river walks, balcony overlooking Yarra, alfresco dining area. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Smoking not permitted, limited alcohol license. RESOURCES NEARBY Yarra Valley, Eltham, 20-30 mins from Melbourne CBD, Montmorency train station, Montsalvat, opposite Westerfolds Park, Eltham/Lower Plenty Miniature Railway.

CONTACT The Booking Officer ADDRESS 7 Amberley Way, Lower Plenty VIC 3093 PH 03 9439 8282 FAX 03 9439 6969 EMAIL peter@amberley.org.au WEB www.amberley.org.au

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KIMGARA PARK EQUESTRIAN CENTRE OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Nature walks, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Werribee South Beach, You Yang Ranges, Fairy Park, Sovereign Hill, Werribee 10 Pin Bowling, Melton Wave Pool.

CONTACT Michelle Musarra ADDRESS 1830 Dohertys Road, Mt Cottrell VIC 3024 PH 03 9748 1219 FAX 03 9748 1215 EMAIL kimgarapark@bigpond.com WEB www.kimgarapark.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

HOTEL UNILODGE ON FLINDERS

Privately owned. LOCATION 238 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. Melways Map 1B 9M. SETTING City location, room accommodation only. ACCOMMODATION 110. 70 room hotel. Single, twin, triple and quad rooms available. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, pillows, beds, blankets, doonas, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate recreation room, table tennis, pool table (HC), coin operated laundry & dryer.

OTHER INFORMATION Hotel UniLodge On Flinders Serviced Apartments is a three 1/2 star property located in the heart of Melbourne City, opposite the Flinders Street Train Station and Federation Square. Hotel UniLodge On Flinders is perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of Melbourne’s cultural and entertainment facilities, while providing fully self-contained apartments with full kitchenettes. The hotel has won the Hotel Motel Association (Vic) award for excellence in standard accommodation for 2007 & 2008. RESOURCES NEARBY Everything in Melbourne is accessible from Hotel Unilodge on Flinders.

CONTACT Osman Duman ADDRESS 238 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 PH 03 9224 1500 FAX 03 9224 1530 EMAIL bookings.flinders@unilodge.com.au WEB www.unilodgehotel.com.au

MELBOURNE DISCOVERY

Privately owned. LOCATION 167 Franklin Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. Melbourne 0.1 km. Melway 2F C1. SETTING 1 ha urban settings. ACCOMMODATION 725. 40 rooms each accommodating 4-16 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen, pillows and doonas supplied, bunks, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 10. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 2 recreation rooms, inhouse cinema, café, bar, public telephone, table tennis, pool tables, DVD, laundry and dryer, conference/function room, wireless Broadband, latest audio visual

equipment, integrated sound system, whiteboard, projector, screen. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, rooftop with open play area. OTHER INFORMATION Free planning and booking service. Smoking not permitted indoors. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Free luggage pick up from Southern Cross Station. RESOURCES NEARBY Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne Museum, Nepean cruises, State Library, IMAX, Parliament House, National Gallery, Magistrate's Court, Melbourne Observation Deck, Immigration Museum, Federation Square, Aquarium, AFL World.

CONTACT Group Booking Coordinator ADDRESS 167 Franklin Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 PH 1800 447 687 FAX 03 9326 9739 EMAIL melbournediscovery@melbournediscovery.com.au WEB www.melbournediscovery.com

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Privately owned. LOCATION 1830 Dohertys Road, Mt Cottrell VIC 3024. Werribee 4 km, Melbourne 30 km. SETTING 48 ha open land, farm and bush setting, near river. ACCOMMODATION 80. 3 cabins. Bunks, beds. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 4. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, open fire, indoor sports/games equipment for hire. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Archery, beach volleyball, BBQ, basketball, horse riding, T-ball, soccer, team building, obstacle course, low ropes course, farm management, fluro rock hunt, fluro night archery, lantern hunt.

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by YHA Victoria. LOCATION 78 Howard Street, North Melbourne VIC 3051. Melbourne 2 km, Melway 2B A9. SETTING 0.25 ha urban setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, pathways, single bunk beds available. ACCOMMODATION 130 people accommodated in 2-8 share rooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, pillows, blankets, doonas, bunk beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 10.

CATERING Breakfast is provided. Full catering by arrangement. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, TV lounges, reading lounge, public telephone, pool table, indoor games equipment, laundry, drying facilities, internet facility, luggage storage. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Rooftop BBQ, bus parking. OTHER INFORMATION 24 hr reception. Smoking not permitted indoors, alcohol policy applies. Public transport available to and from the hostel and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Melbourne Zoo, Aquarium, Art Gallery, Melbourne Gaol, Queen Victoria Market, IMAX, Parliament House, Melbourne Observation Deck, Immigration Museum, Federation Square.

CONTACT Group Bookings Coordinator ADDRESS GPO Box 4793, Melbourne VIC 3001 PH 03 9642 5417 FAX 03 9670 9840 EMAIL marilynl@yhavic.org.au WEB www.yha.com.au

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MELBOURNE

Privately owned. LOCATION 13 Hawke Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003. Melbourne 1 km. Melway 2A H11. SETTING City fringe urban setting. ACCOMMODATION 158. 79 rooms (double, twin, quad and family) each accommodating 2-4 people. Linen and towels supplied, 38 rooms with shared bathroom facilities, 41 rooms with private bathroom facilities. All with reverse cycle air conditioning. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. CATERING Breakfast served daily (light and cooked), packed lunches and dinners available. INDOOR FACILITIES 24 hour reception, dining room/meeting room with plasma & foxtel, guest lounge with foxtel,

vending machine, internet kiosk, guest laundry and ironing facilities and luggage storage available. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Off-street parking, coach parking adjacent to reception. OTHER INFORMATION Itinerary planning assistance available. Winner 2007 Victorian Tourism Award Hall of Fame for standard accommodation. Waste Wise certified. RESOURCES NEARBY Walk in minutes to public transport, Queen Victoria Markets, Telstra Dome, cafĂŠs, supermarket, banks, pharmacy, bakery, take away and post office. 10 Mins to Melbourne CBD. Parks and BBQ facilities close by. Melbourne Zoo, Scienceworks, IMAX, Museum, Sports Museum, Aquarium, Melbourne River Cruises, Old Melbourne Gaol, Arts Centre, National Gallery, Botanical Gardens, Albert Park, MSAC, Luna Park, St Kilda Beach, many universities and hospital.

CONTACT Kelly Somerville ADDRESS 13 Hawke Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003 PH 03 9321 2444 FAX 03 9328 1820 EMAIL bdm@themiami.com.au WEB www.themiami.com.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by YHA Victoria. LOCATION 76 Chapman Street, North Melbourne VIC 3051. Melbourne 3 km. Melway 2A H5. SETTING 0.25 ha urban setting. ACCOMMODATION 80 people accommodated in twin share rooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, pillows, blankets, doonas, beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 10. CATERING Breakfast is provided. Full catering by arrangement. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate dining room, separate recreation room, public telephone, laundry, dryer, locker room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, undercover areas. OTHER INFORMATION Smoking not permitted indoors, alcohol policy applies. Nearby public transport available to and from the hostel and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Melbourne Zoo, Aquarium, Art Gallery, Melbourne Gaol, Queen Victoria Market, IMAX, Parliament House, Melbourne Observation Deck.

CONTACT Group Bookings Coordinator ADDRESS GPO Box 4793, Melbourne VIC 3001 PH 03 9642 5417 FAX 03 9670 9840 EMAIL marilynl@yhavic.org.au WEB www.yha.com.au

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SCIENCEWORKS MUSEUM

Managed by Scienceworks Campus Museum Victoria. LOCATION 2 Booker Street, Spotswood VIC 3015. Melbourne 8 km. SETTING On the site of Melbourne's historic Sewage Pumping Station. ACCOMMODATION 30. 2 rooms in 1 building accommodating 30 people. Inflatable mattresses provided, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Museum space, access to exhibitions, auditorium, dining room, public telephone, stage, AV equipment, VCR, OHP.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Grassed area, 2 children's playgrounds. OTHER INFORMATION Scienceworks offers a sleepover program where groups see a Planetarium show, have access to exhibition galleries and are catered for on-site. Trained program officers deliver organised programs in comfortable, safe indoor areas. Public transport is available to the site. Train station is 0.5km. No smoking, alcohol or food in exhibition spaces. RESOURCES NEARBY Williamstown beach, parks.

CONTACT Scienceworks ADDRESS 2 Booker Street, Spotswood VIC 3015 PH 03 9392 4800 FAX 03 9391 0100 EMAIL pstoyles@museum.vic.gov.au WEB www.scienceworks.museum.vic.gov.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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URBAN CAMP MELBOURNE CO-OPERATIVE LTD

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Urban Camp Melbourne Co-operative Ltd. LOCATION Brens Drive, Parkville VIC 3052. Melbourne 3 km, Melway 2A G1. SETTING 0.4 ha urban setting in parklands. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 112. 20 rooms each accommodating 4-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided weekdays, weekend catering quotes available on request. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate meeting rooms, stage, VCR, DVD, TV, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area. OTHER INFORMATION Transport of luggage can be arranged to and from the campsite to Southern Cross Station. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY City of Melbourne.

CONTACT Patrick O'Sullivan ADDRESS PO Box 51, Parkville VIC 3052 PH 03 9328 2818 FAX 03 9329 7344 EMAIL enquiries@urbancamp.org.au WEB www.urbancamp.org.au

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WHITLEY COLLEGE (THE BAPTIST COLLEGE OF VICTORIA)

LOCATION 271 Royal Parade, Parkville VIC 3052. Melbourne 4 km. Melway 2B C1. SETTING 0.75 ha nestled between Royal and Princes Parks, near CBD attractions. ACCOMMODATION 130. 130 rooms each accommodating 1 person. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 10. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, conference and meeting rooms, chapel, TV room, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, piano, VCR, DVD, OHP, data projector, screen, whiteboard, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area (charge). OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for golf course, tennis courts, swimming pools. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Zoological Gardens, Melbourne University, markets, sporting venues, museums, galleries, theatres, parks, restaurants.

CONTACT Ian Prentice ADDRESS 271 Royal Parade, Parkville VIC 3052 PH 03 9340 8015 FAX 03 9347 8052 EMAIL conference@whitley.unimelb.edu.au WEB www.whitley.unimelb.edu.au

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MORNINGTON PENINSULA I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AN D I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Tallarook

Talbot

Malmsbury Lexton

Kyneton

Clunes

Broadford

Lancefield

Alexandra Yea

M31

Kilmore

Daylesford

Creswick

Lake Eild Nat Pa

A79

Wallan

Gisborne

Blackwood

Buxton

Riddels Creek

Ballarat

Whittlesea

Melton Bacchus Marsh

Yarra Glen Campbellfield

Healesville

Rockbank Lilydale

Rokewood

Werribee Cressy

Upper Ferntree Gully

Springvale

Lara

Geelong

Cranbourne

Portarlington Drysdale Queenscliff

Winchelsea

Birregurra

Torquay

Gembrook

Dandenong

Inverleigh

Ocean Grove

Drouin

Warragul

Safety Beach 92

96 95

94 88 93

Cape Schanck

Koo-wee-rup

90 91

97 89

Lorne

N S

Pakenham

Mornington

Sorrento

Anglesea Aireys Inlet

Somers

Shoreham

Cowes

Grantville

Korumburra

Flinders San Remo

Great Otway Nat Park

Leo

Wonthaggi

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Yarra Junction

MELBOURNE

Anakie

Colac

Marysville

Apollo Bay

Inverloch

Horse tour INDEX NO.

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE

Ace Hi Ranch

Rosebud

188

Yes

Bayplay Lodge & Adventure Tours

Sorrento

Briars Outdoor Ed. Camp

Mornington

Camp Manyung

Mornington

Don Bosco Camp

Dromana

Golden Valleys Lodge

Rosebud

Iluka Campsite

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Yes

•

150

Yes

•

148

Yes

•

110

Yes

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Balnarring Village

Yes

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Lord Somers Camp

Hastings

190

Yes

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Merricks Lodge

Hastings

160

Yes

•

The Portsea Camp

Portsea

400

Yes

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Golfing on the Peninsula

gardens. Australian plants, ones that survive in our country’s harsh environment, are a feature of these gardens.

There are also golf courses with views to die for, cliff-top mansions, bustling local markets, grand historic gardens and galleries full of art and antiques.

Helping as the drought continues in Victoria and around Australia, visitors can learn about how to use native plants at home by talking to one of the Volunteer Master Gardeners, or by joining a tour with a knowledgeable guide.

The beaches and waters either side of the peninsula offer every type of water sport you could wish for - from sailing to scuba diving, fishing to sea kayaking, swimming to sunbathing. The shoreline along Port Phillip Bay has lots of busy seaside villages, plenty of water sports and adventures and, of course, those brightly coloured bathing boxes. The Bass Strait coastline is known for its wild, windswept beaches with plenty of space for solitary strolls. You can walk for quiet miles along coastal trails, through national parks and on peaceful country lanes, breathing in ocean-fresh air that's an instant balm for the weary mind and body. Gardens both small and large are also a feature of the Peninsula. The Australian Garden, located at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Cranbourne, features approximately 100,000 plants, including 1,000 trees, in 15 different landscape displays and exhibition

The Australian Garden is open every day except Christmas Day, from 9am to 5pm. The Mornington Peninsula has also become a place for artists and their art. High among them, a magnificent four metre high bronze male nude sculpture 'THUS SPAKE'. More than three years in the making, ‘THUS SPAKE’ is one of the largest and most imposing bronze figures in Australia and can be found at the McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park. The McClelland Gallery was established in 1971 under the terms of the will of Annie May (Nan) McClelland in honour of her brother Harry McClelland, an artist and philanthropist who owned the property and played an instrumental role in the development of the arts community in Victoria. Harry's studio is still to be found in the grounds. You can turn a visit to the Mornington Peninsula into your own personal artform.

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he iconic, brightly coloured bathing boxes along the bayside beaches of the Mornington Peninsula are just one of the many attractions that make this region special.

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PORTSEA CAMP SIMPLY FANTASTIC 3704 POINT NEPEAN RD. PORTSEA VICTORIA 3944 (03) 5984 2333 INFO@THEPORTSEACAMP.COM.AU THEPORTSEACAMP.COM.AU CANOEING GIANT SWING DUAL FLYING FOX HIGH & LOW ROPES COURSES SAFE SWIMMING OFF THE CAMP SNORKELLING PIER FISHING BEACH GAMES GALORE FULL SIZE OVAL BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL & NETBALL COURTS DISCO MOUNTAIN & BMX BIKES INITIATIVE GAMES ORIENTEERING SHORT TO FULL DAY WALKS & MUCH, MUCH MORE EXQUISITE VIEWS & SURROUNDS PROGRAMS TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS UNIQUE & AFFORDABLE ACCLAIMED FRESH PRODUCE MEALS SENSATIONAL ACTIVITIES & RECREATION MULTIPURPOSE WELL EQUIPPED COMMUNAL AREAS SEVEN ACRES OF BEACH FRONTAGE EN-SUITE & GROUP ACCOMMODATION 3 DISCRETE AREAS TO SLEEP 50-400 PEOPLE

The Portsea Camp is a not for profit children’s charity with all funds being directed toward sponsoring disadvantaged & special needs children to school holiday camps.

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Booking enquiries: phone 03 5988 6262 or email ride@ace-hi.com.au Ace Hi strives to give you a memorable time. www.ace-hi.com.au

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ACE HI RANCH

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 810 Boneo Road, Cape Schanck VIC 3939. Rosebud 7 km, Melbourne 80 km. Melway 253 A9. SETTING 85 ha rural setting in the hills of Cape Schanck. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 188. 13 cabins each accommodating 8 people, 9 wagons accommodating 4 people, 3 dormitories accommodating 16 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 2 recreation rooms, open fire, stage, video room, pool table, TV, DVD, VCR. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Low ropes course, flying fox, giant swing, orienteering, golf, animal nursery, playground, horses, BBQ, campfires, volleyball court, archery, BMX bikes, initiative course, rock climbing, canoes. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for rock climbing, horse riding. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Cape Schanck Light Station, Arthurs Seat, Point Nepean National Park.

CONTACT Tony or Jayne Marks ADDRESS 810 Boneo Road, Cape Schanck VIC 3939 PH 03 5988 6262 FAX 03 5988 6698 EMAIL ride@ace-hi.com.au WEB www.ace-hi.com.au

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, undercover deck areas, wood heater, public telephone, table tennis, piano, TV, VCR, DVD, whiteboard, stereo, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoes, raft making, initiative course, low ropes, archery, flying fox, giant swing, pamper pole, orienteering, photo trail, bush cooking, flying glider possum, woodland walks, bird hides. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Point Nepean NP, wineries, golf clubs, dolphin watching.

CONTACT Paul Roth and John Pearman ADDRESS PO Box 64, Mt Martha VIC 3934 PH 03 5974 8333 FAX 03 5974 8444 EMAIL info@briarscamp.com.au WEB www.briarscamp.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, gas log fire, whiteboard, OHP, TV, VCR, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, picnic area, swimming pool, high and low ropes course (charge), initiative activities (charge), sea kayaking, snorkel and scuba dive equipment, tours and training facilities. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for scuba diving, snorkelling, marine education programs. Winner 2005, 2006, 2007 Victoria Tourism Awards (Adventure Tours). Winner 2005 Environmentally Sustainable Business. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Mornington Peninsula National Park, Hot Springs, Point Nepean National Park, Marine Parks.

CONTACT Amanda Crestani ADDRESS PO Box 6, Blairgowrie VIC 3942 PH 03 5984 0888 FAX 03 5984 0111 EMAIL bookings@bayplay.com.au WEB www.bayplay.com.au

CAMP MANYUNG

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Victorian YMCA. LOCATION Sunnyside Road, Mt Eliza VIC 3930. Mornington 10 km, Melbourne 50 km. Melway 105 A6. SETTING 5.4 ha bushland setting, adj to bay. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways. ACCOMMODATION 150. 8 cottages (16 rooms) each sleeps 6-8 people, leaders accom (4 rooms) sleeps 12 people. Small separate accomm sleeps 36 total. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room/lounge, separate recreation room, leaders room, conference centre/stage, AV equipment, table tennis, indoor games equipment. TV, DVD, screen, whiteboard, video camera, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Tennis, basketball, volleyball, oval, archery, surf lifesaver games, orienteering, initiative activities, high and low ropes course, giant swing, flying fox, vertical challenge, canoeing, surf skis, boogie boarding, snorkelling, sea kayaking, fishing, bike education. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for sailing, horse riding. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY National parks, museums, beaches, coastal parks, golf, craft markets.

CONTACT Maree Feutrill ADDRESS Sunnyside Rd, Mt Eliza VIC 3930 PH 03 9788 1100 FAX 03 9787 3543 EMAIL campmanyung@ymca.org.au WEB www.camps.ymca.org.au

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MORNINGTON PENINSULA

Privately owned. LOCATION Nepean Highway, Mt Martha VIC 3934. Mornington 5 km, Melbourne 65 km. Melway 151 E1, VicRoads Country Directory 94 J6. SETTING 5 ha open bushland setting near beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 92. 10 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each accommodating 8 people, 2 rooms accommodating 6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 50. Minimum charge applies.

Privately owned. LOCATION 46 Canterbury Jetty Road, Blairgowrie VIC 3942. Sorrento 5 km, Melbourne 100 km. Melway 167 H3. SETTING 0.4 ha coastal bushland setting, 500m beach, 1km national park. ACCOMMODATION 33. 9 rooms in 1 lodge each accommodating 2-7 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, queen beds, double and single bunks, pillows, doonas, heating. Separate smaller retreat also available. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is available. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

BRIARS OUTDOOR ED. CAMP

BAYPLAY LODGE & ADVENTURE TOURS

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Salesians of Don Bosco (Salesian Society Inc. VIC). LOCATION 52-62 Dromana Parade, Safety Beach VIC 3936. Dromana 2 km, Melbourne 70 km. Melway 160 C3, VicRoads Country Directory 95 A7. SETTING 5 ha beach setting with open grassy parklands. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, all dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways. ACCOMMODATION 148. 16 rooms in 4 homesteads each accommodating 8 people, 1 beach house accommodating 20 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 35 in camp. 5-20 in beach house. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering groups less than 40. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 3 recreation halls, theatre stage & screen, DVD, data projector, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES The beach, BBQ area, 2 ovals, campfire, volleyball, basketball, archery, trampolines. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for surfing, horse riding, fishing, boat charters, swimming. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Port Phillip Bay, beaches, Arthur's Seat, Point Nepean, surf beaches, mini golf, fishing, horseriding.

CONTACT Ashley Trethowan ADDRESS 52-62 Dromana Parade, Safety Beach VIC 3936 PH 03 5987 2692 FAX 03 5987 2100 EMAIL dbc@donboscocamp.org WEB www.donboscocamp.org

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MORNINGTON PENINSULA

Owned by Girl Guides Victoria. LOCATION 20 Shoreham Road, Shoreham VIC 3916. Balnarring Village 15 km, Melbourne 88 km. Melway 256 D5. SETTING 10 ha rural setting near beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 80. 17 rooms in 2 cabins each accommodating 2-9 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets. Tent sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate recreation room, table tennis, dining/lounge room, open fire, laundry, dryer, public telephone, AV equipment (charge). OUTDOOR FACILITIES Archery, canoes, BBQ area, picnic area, campfire area, volleyball, pipe henge, camping sites. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, kite making, surfing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Ashcombe Maze, wineries, breweries, golf, beach.

CONTACT Angela & Howard Snelson ADDRESS 20 Shoreham Road, Shoreham VIC 3916 PH 03 5989 8505 FAX 03 5989 9013 EMAIL ilukacampsite@guidesvic.org.au WEB www.guidesvic.org.au

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GOLDEN VALLEYS LODGE

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 151 Baldrys Road, Flinders VIC 3929. Rosebud 10 km, Melbourne 80 km. Melway 254 G7. SETTING 30 ha bush setting adjacent to national park, near beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accom, all pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 110. 6 dormitory style bunkrooms with ensuites. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, inner spring mattress, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES A/C and heated dining room and

conference room, table tennis room, indoor recreation room, open fire, TV, VCR, DVD, whiteboard, disco lights. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Swimming pool, mountain bike circuit, archery, flying fox, low ropes course, initiative activities, hut building, sensory trail, giant chess, orienteering, photo trail, creek studies, trampoline, volleyball, basketball ring, campfire, BBQ, reflector trail. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, kite making, marine biology instructors. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Mornington Peninsula National Park, bay and surf beaches, wineries, mazes, golf courses.

CONTACT Andrea Brown ADDRESS 151 Baldrys Road, Flinders VIC 3929 PH 03 5989 6213 FAX 03 5989 6213 EMAIL gvlodge@goldenvalleyslodge.com.au WEB www.goldenvalleyslodge.com.au

ILUKA CAMPSITE

ACA ACCREDITED

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DON BOSCO CAMP

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LORD SOMERS CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Lord Somers Camp and Powerhouse. LOCATION Parklands Avenue, Somers VIC 3927. Hastings 10 km, Melbourne 75 km. Melway 193 H10, VicRoads Country Directory 95 D8. SETTING 4.8 ha open coastal and bushland setting, adjacent to beach. ACCOMMODATION 190. 5 bunkhouses each accommodating 20 people and 20 rooms each accommodating 4 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 50. (80 in high season). Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering (weekends only).

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate recreation room, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, public telephone, open fire, wood heater, stage, VCR, DVD, data projector, screen, whiteboard, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Volleyball, playing fields, beach cricket, covered amphitheatre, bush chapel, initiative activities, bicycles (charge). OTHER INFORMATION Resident assistant manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for surfing, horse riding, abseiling. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Phillip Island, Arthur's Seat, Cape Schanck Park, surf beaches, Coolart Wetlands.

CONTACT Greg Holledge - Camp Manager ADDRESS Parklands Avenue, Somers VIC 3927 PH 03 5983 5502 FAX 03 8612 3648 EMAIL campmanager@lordsomerscamp.org.au WEB www.lordsomerscamp.org.au

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MERRICKS LODGE

ACA ACCREDITED LOCATION 3670 Frankston-Flinders Road, Merricks VIC 3916. Hastings 10 km, Melbourne 78 km. Melway 257 B1. SETTING 6 ha coastal and rural setting. ACCOMMODATION 160. 41 rooms in 2 lodges most accommodating 4 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, classroom, lounge, piano, TV, VCR, DVD, OHP, laundry, data projector, sound system.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, tennis court, swimming pool, bicycles, canoes, kayaks, row boats. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for surfing, horse riding, sailing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY National parks, wineries, mazes, beaches, golf courses.

CONTACT Colin Pollard - Manager ADDRESS 3670 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Merricks VIC 3916 PH 03 5989 8422 FAX 03 5989 8488 EMAIL merricks@uccamping.org.au WEB www.victas.uca.org.au/main.php?id=991

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THE PORTSEA CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by The Portsea Camp. LOCATION 3704 Point Nepean Road, Portsea VIC 3944. Portsea 1 km, Melbourne 95 km. Melway 156 F2. SETTING 3 ha beach setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 400. 25 rooms each accommodating 3-8 people, 9 dormitories each accommodating 26-42 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, conference centre, art room, meeting rooms, stage, TV, OHPs, DVD, whiteboard, screens, data projector, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Giant swing, flying fox, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, mountain bikes, rollerblades, abseiling, oval, orienteering, basketball courts, campfire, snorkelling, canoeing. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, surfing, scuba diving, dolphin swims. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Point Nepean NP, Queenscliff Ferry and attractions, surf beaches.

CONTACT Alex Crawford or Stephen Eastop ADDRESS 3704 Point Nepean Road, Portsea VIC 3944 PH 03 5984 2333 FAX 03 5984 1676 EMAIL info@theportseacamp.com.au WEB www.theportseacamp.com.au

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MORNINGTON PENINSULA

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MORNINGTON PENINSULA I MUR R AY I PHI L L I P I SL AN D I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OU N T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Booligal

Wentworth

Renmark

Mildura

Werrimull

Red Cliffs

100

Loxton

Merbein

Cullulleraine

Meringur

Paruna

Maude

Hattah Kulkyne Euston Nat Pk

Murray - Sunset National Park

Balranald Boundary Bend

Hattah

Peebinga

Hay

Robinvale

A79

Parilla

Chinkapook

SOUTH AUSTRALIA VICTORIA

Pinnaroo

Sea Lake

Rainbow

Woomelang

Nhill

Kaniva

Kerang

Wycheproof

Pyramid Hill

Warracknabeal

Charlton Donald

Dimboola Pimpinio Natimuk

A79

Minyip Murtoa

Boort

Korong Vale Wedderburn

Marnoo

Dadswells Bridge

Apsley Edenhope

Stawell

Halls Gap

Harrow

Great Western

Corop

101 Rushworth Murchison A39

Heathcote

Avenel

Harcourt

Castlemaine Malmsbury Tallarook

Talbot

Shepp

Tatura

Nagambie

Avoca

Balmoral Grampians

Mooroopna

Dunolly

Maryborough Maldon

Kyabram

Bendigo Navarre

A39

Numu

Rochester

Inglewood Bridgewater

St Arnaud

Horsham

Lockington

T Strath

Moama

Echuca

Naracoorte

MURRAY

118

Mathoura Leitchville Gunbower Barmah 98 103

Quambatook

Birchip

Little Desert National Park Frances Goroke

Deniliquin

Barham

Watchem

Bordertown

Wakool

Murrabit

Culgoa

Brim

Jeparit

Conargo

Lake Boga

Cohuna

Beulah

Netherby

Wanganella

Swan Hill

Berriwillock Hopetoun

Yanac

Moulamein

Nyah West Woorinen 102 Ultima

Patchewollock Wyperfeld National Park

Kyalite

Manangatang

Ouyen

Underbool Walpeup

Seymour

Murray River

INDEX NO.

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE

Billabong Ranch

Camp Curumbene

100

Echuca

120

Yes

•

Rochester

130

Yes

•

Lake Cullulleraine RSL Holiday Park

Mildura

118

Yes

•

101

Lake Waranga Caravan Park and Holiday Camp

Shepparton

102

Pental Island Caravan Park

Swan Hill

102

103

River Village Motel & Holiday Units

Echuca

104

Strathbogie Campsite (St Albans Secondary College)

Euroa

www.auscamps.asn.au

Yes

CATERING FC SC

•

• •

VIC I M u r r a y

Canowindra

Rankins Springs

Carcoar Goolgowi

West Wyalong

Grenfell

Cowra

Trunkey

Yenda

Griffith

Barellan Ardlethan

Leeton

Young Temora Boorowa Murrumburrah

Wallendbeen Coleambally

Cootamundra

Grong Grong

Narrandera

Binalong

Coolamon Morundah

Crookwell

Bowning

Jugiong

Junee

Goulburn

Yass

Wagga Wagga

Murrumbateman

Gundagai Lockhart

Jerilderie

Tarcutta

Urana Yerong Creek

Tumut

Adelong

CANBERRA

Finley Berrigan

Tocumwal Walla Walla

Strathmerton

Talbingo

Yarrawonga

Tumbarumba

Corowa Rutherglen

Numurkah

Chiltern M31

Shepparton Wangaratta Glenrowan M31

Benalla

venel

mour

Whitfield

Jingellic Walwa

Albury Wodonga

Cabramurra

Perisher Valley Thredbo Village

Tawonga Mt Bogong

Mount Buffalo Beauty Falls Creek Nat Park

Mansfield

From Mildura in the far north-west of Victoria, down to AlburyWodonga, the region is a playground for a vast range of watersports - boating, water-skiing, fishing and swimming. The larger population centres are Mildura, Robinvale, Swan Hill, Echuca, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Albury-Wodonga and Shepparton. The city of Mildura is at the heart of a huge fruit-growing region, and centre of a range of exciting holiday activities. There are sandy river beaches where you can relax and grand old paddle steamers to take you on a leisurely cruise. Mildura is also the gateway to an amazing Australian outback

Cobargo Nimmitabel Bemboka

Al i

Dalgety

Bega

Candelo

experience that includes Lake Mungo, across the border into New South Wales, that contains evidence of Aboriginal life going back 40,000 years. A guided tour with an accredited guide is the best way to get the full appreciation of the ancient Aboriginal lifestyle. The modern, vibrant and exciting twin border cities of Albury and Wodonga are set in a magnificent unspoiled landscape amid rolling valleys, mountains and parklands. There are heritage buildings, established parks and gardens and tree-lined streets of the quality and style you would expect from what was once a rich inland port. Echuca is at the heart of one of the Murray River’s most popular holiday destinations. Regarded as the paddle steamer capital of Australia, it was once the country’s largest inland port. The Port of Echuca, with its massive red gum wharf, recreates the old riverboat feel of the late 1800s. Swan Hill and a visit to its pioneer village is another highlight of a journey along Australia’s great river, the Murray.

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he Murray region takes its name from Australia’s most famous river. It is a region of diverse attractions, steeped in the history of both the original Aboriginal inhabitants and the Europeans who came after them. Modern visitors to the region can enjoy the laid back lifestyle with its emphasis on fun and having a good time.

Cooma Berridale

Jindabyne

Mitta Mitta

Bright Mount

104

Bredbo

Corryong

Eskdale

Myrtleford Porepunkah

Braidwood

Michelago

Adaminaby

Kiewa Beechworth

Violet Town

Euroa

A.C.T.

Holbrook

Cobram A39

Queanbeyan

Batlow

Culcairn

Bungendore

119

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Contact: Ian & Roz Clark Camp Curumbene Darrigans Road COROP 3559 Tel (03) 5484 8236 Fax (03) 5484 8226 e-mail: campcurumbene@bigpond.com Australian Camps Association

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 2831 Tehan Road, Echuca VIC 3564. Echuca 12 km, Melbourne 207 km. VicRoads Country Directory 31 F3. SETTING 125 ha country farm and bush setting. ACCOMMODATION 120. 19 rooms in 5 bunkhouses each accommodating 4-12 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, wood heater, piano, foosball, indoor sports/games equip, billiard, dart board, indoor archery (charge), bouldering wall (charge), mini golf (charge), conference room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Horse riding (charge), wagon rides (charge), bush golf course, fishing, beach volleyball, yabbying, farm activities, open playing area, bush chapel, campfire area, animal feeding, bushwalking, aboriginal demonstration (charge), archery (charge), bicycles (charge), peddle boats (charge) low ropes course (charge), tricycles (charge), orienteering (charge), swimming pool. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Onsite chefs. Licensed premise. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Paddle steamers, Port of Echuca, winery tours, Kyabram Fauna Park, Holden Museum, Historical Society.

CONTACT Kerri Acquisto ADDRESS PO Box 1110, Echuca VIC 3564 PH 03 5483 5122 FAX 03 5483 5049 EMAIL billabong@justhorses.com.au WEB www.billabongranch.com.au

100

BILLABONG RANCH

Australian Camps Association

ACA ACCREDITED

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate dining room, piano, art and craft room, ensuite room, whiteboard, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, volleyball, tennis court, fishing. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for Park Ranger talks. Smoking not permitted. RESOURCES NEARBY Pioneer plantation tour, National Parks, Lock 9 tour.

CONTACT Rhonda Hards ADDRESS Post Office, Cullulleraine VIC 3496 PH 03 5028 2226 FAX 03 5028 2265 EMAIL grhards@bigpond.com WEB www.lakecullulleraine.com.au/index.html Australian Camps Association Accredited

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Air conditioned dining room, recreation room, telephone, open fire, table tennis, pool table, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoeing, archery, open playing area, BBQ, campfire area, volleyball, tennis, low ropes course, initiative activities, bicycles, solarheated swimming pool, flying fox, abseiling, climbing walls, orienteering, raft building, farm animals, frisbee, golf, bush cooking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers avail for hire in the area for astronomy. Staff have experience working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Historical Port of Echuca, Central Deborah Gold Mine, Discovery Centre, Mooalong Dairy, Kyabram Fauna Park.

CONTACT Ian & Roz Clark ADDRESS 138 Darrigans Road, Corop VIC 3559 PH 03 5484 8236 FAX 03 5484 8226 EMAIL campcurumbene@bigpond.com WEB www.campcurumbene.com.au

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LAKE WARANGA CARAVAN PARK AND HOLIDAY CAMP

Privately owned. LOCATION 98 Waranga Basin Road, Rushworth VIC 3612. Shepparton 38 km, Melbourne 165 km. Melway 621 G8, VicRoads Country Directory 45 J2. SETTING 4 ha open setting near farmland, with lake frontage. ACCOMMODATION 65. 12 rooms (2 ensuited) accommodating 3-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, fitted sheets, pillows with pillow case. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. Additional accommodation in Caravan Park with three 2 bedroom cabins, 5 caravans with aluminum annexes. 35 powered sites and 80 unpowered sites. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, open fire, table tennis, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, open playing area, swimming pool, volleyball, public telephone, sporting equipment. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Sole use of site guaranteed. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY State forest, Whroo, Kidstown, Ardmona, Kyabram Fauna Park, Rushworth Museum, central to Shepparton, Bendigo, Echuca, Seymour.

CONTACT Rosemary Tate ADDRESS PO Box 76, Rushworth VIC 3612 PH 03 5856 1243 FAX 03 5856 1243 EMAIL info@lakewaranga.com WEB www.lakewaranga.com

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MURRAY

Privately owned. LOCATION Lakeside Drive, Cullulleraine VIC 3496. Mildura 58 km, Melbourne 571 km. SETTING Bush setting near lake. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, all activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 118. 3 cabins each accommodating 6 people, 2 dormitories each accommodating 50 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, heating, cooling. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 138 Darrigans Road, Corop VIC 3559. Rochester 20 km, Melbourne 160 km. Melway 621 F7, VicRoads Country Directory 31 F10. SETTING 60 ha rural bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 130. 11 rooms in 1 lodge accommodating 4-6 people, 3 leaders rooms accommodating 4-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Minimum charge applies.

101

LAKE CULLULLERAINE RSL HOLIDAY PARK

CAMP CURUMBENE

121

VIC I C a m p s ~ M u r r a y

102

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 519 Pental Island Road, Swan Hill VIC 3585. Swan Hill 5 km, Melbourne 360 km. SETTING 3 ha open land with river frontage. ACCOMMODATION 102. 7 cabins, 3 rooms, 6 dormitories. Bunks, beds, pillows, heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, open fire, piano, stage, TV, VCR, DVD, whiteboard, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing area, playground, yabbying in season, fishing, open fire, basketball ring, fun and fitness trail. OTHER INFORMATION Resident staff. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Lake Boga, swimming, fishing, jet ski, tennis, squash, golf, bowls, Pioneer Settlement.

CONTACT Alan or Mary ADDRESS 519 Pental Island Road, Swan Hill VIC 3585 PH 03 5032 2071 FAX 03 5033 2208 EMAIL pentalislandholpark@bigpond.com

104

MURRAY

122

103

PENTAL ISLAND CARAVAN PARK

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RIVER VILLAGE MOTEL & HOLIDAY UNITS

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 310 Bangerang Road, Echuca VIC 3564. Echuca 5 km, Melbourne 201 km. Melway 621 F6, VicRoads Country Directory 31 F3. SETTING 2 ha bush setting, overlooking river. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 90. 17 cabins each accommodating 4-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), beds, pillows, blankets, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, wood heater, laundry, dryer, VCR, DVD, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, campfire area, undercover areas, basketball, tennis court, swimming pool, archery. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Historical Port of Echuca.

CONTACT Josie & Ray Kubeil ADDRESS 310 Bangerang Rd, Echuca VIC 3564 PH 03 5480 6039 FAX 03 5483 5333 EMAIL village@iinet.net.au WEB www.rivervillage.com.au

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STRATHBOGIE CAMPSITE (ST ALBANS SECONDARY COLLEGE)

Managed by St Albans Secondary College. LOCATION Watkins Road, Strathbogie VIC 3666. Euroa 20 km, Melbourne 160 km. Melway 622 A9, VicRoads Country Directory 47 E7. SETTING 1 ha bush setting. ACCOMMODATION 40. 10 rooms in 1 bunkhouse accommodating 4 people. Bunks. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, old schoolhouse/meeting room, heater, blackboard, public phone, open fire, table tennis.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Campfire area, volleyball, basketball, canoes, open playing area, BBQ area, initiative activities. RESOURCES NEARBY Polly McQuinns Weir, Mt Wombat, Gooram Falls, Pine Forest.

CONTACT Robert Lai ADDRESS Main Road East, St. Albans VIC 3021 PH 03 9366 2555 FAX 03 9367 9361 EMAIL st.albans.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au

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Australian Camps Association Accredited

VIC I C a m p s ~ M u r r a y

MURRAY

123

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VICTORIA D AY L E S F O R D & M A C E D O N R A N G E S I G I P P S L A N D I G O L D F I E L D S I G R A M P I A N S I G R E AT O C E A N R O A D I M E L B O U R N E I MORNINGTON PENINSULA I MURRAY I PHILLIP ISLAND I VIC T ORIA’S H IGH C OUyN T RY I YARRA VALLEY & DAN DEN ON G R A N G ES

Tallarook

Talbot

Malmsbury Kyneton

Clunes

Broadford

Lancefield

Alexandra Yea Eildon

M31

Kilmore

Daylesford

Creswick

Lake Eildon Nat Park

A79

Wallan

Gisborne

Blackwood

Buxton

Riddels Creek

larat

Whittlesea

Melton Bacchus Marsh

Yarra Glen Campbellfield

Healesville

Rockbank

Yarra Ranges Nat Pk

Lilydale

wood

Yarra Junction

MELBOURNE

Anakie

Werribee

Upper Ferntree Gully

Springvale

Lara

Geelong

Portarlington Drysdale Queenscliff

Winchelsea

Birregurra

Torquay

Gembrook

Dandenong

Inverleigh

Marysville

Ocean Grove

Sorrento

Anglesea Aireys Inlet

Lorne

Cranbourne

Neerim South

Pakenham Drouin

Mornington Koo-wee-rup

Warragul

Safety Beach

Mo Trafalgar

Somers 106 107

Shoreham Cape Schanck

Flinders

Grantville

Cowes

Korumburra

Mirbo

105 108 109

way rk

110

San Remo

Leongatha

Wonthaggi ay

Meeniyan

Inverloch

Foster

PHILLIP ISLAND

124 Phillip Island

INDEX NO.

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

105

CYC "The Island"

106

Glen Forbes School Camp

107 108

Cowes

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

Cowes

200

Grantville

Grantville Lodge

Grantville

112

Yes

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Koala Park Resort

Cowes

120

Yes

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109

Phillip Island Adventure Resort

Cowes

450

Yes

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110

Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp

Cowes

Yes

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Penguins, Phillip Island

hillip Island is proof of the adage that good things come in small packages. There is just so much crammed into the island.

The protected northern beaches nestle into Westernport Bay and are excellent for swimming, sailing, boating and fishing. Bushwalkers, rock climbers, fishing people, surfers, fossickers, natural historians and bird watchers are all drawn to the coast and the adjacent wetlands. Koalas live in the trees around the island and can be seen at the Koala Conservation Centre where their behaviour can also be studied. Stroll among the koalas on a treetop boardwalk where visitors are able to meet the sleepy marsupials “face to face” or search for them in the tall gum trees along scenic bushland pathways. While getting up close and personal with a cuddly koala is a

As the sun drops below Bass Strait and the evening sets in, penguins come ashore at the delightfully named Summerland Beach to return to their burrows in the dunes. Each year over half a million people travel to see the penguins, who, seemingly unaware of the lights and admiring crowds, continue to come ashore as their ancestors have done for thousands of years. Phillip Island is also home to one of Australia’s largest colony of seals, located just off The Nobbies, themselves a sight worth seeing. As many as 12, 000 seals gather during the breeding season and their presence attracts large predators. Visit Phillip Island in spring and hear the roar of the worldrenowned Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix; this major event certainly gets the island buzzing as world champions like Valentino Rossi and Casey Stoner follow in the tyre marks of the Australian legend, Mick Doohan.

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PHILLIP ISLAND

Just 26 kilometres long and nine kilometres wide and joined to the mainland by a short bridge, Phillip Island has a raw southern coastline facing Bass Strait, offering some of Victoria’s best surf beaches.

memorable moment, undoubtedly it is the Penguin Parade that is the highlight of any visit to Phillip Island.

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CYC "THE ISLAND"

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by CYC Limited. LOCATION 41-53 Church Street, Cowes VIC 3922. Cowes 1 km, Melbourne 135 km. Melway 634 D2. SETTING 2 ha landscaped grounds 600m beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 200. 37 ensuited rooms. Linen (charge), double/single beds and bunks, pillows, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

Your Hosts: Steve & Robyn Kemp Koala Park Resort is a great place to stay with family, friends or as a large group. We are centrally located on 5.5 acres of peaceful, natural bushland. Whether you want to relax and take it easy, or be more energetic, we've got the options for you. Play tennis, basketball or volleyball on our 6 plexipave courts, have a dip in the pool, or sit around the campfire and talk about the day, tell stories or take in the stars. Cook up a storm in our new undercover camp kitchen/BBQ area, which is complete with gas cook top and sink. We are close to all of the attractions the Island has to offer and only a short drive to many restaurants, the RSL and golf clubs, and the many beaches on offer.

PHILLIP ISLAND

Groups stay in our ensuite motel units, or in “The bunkhouse”. As a group, you also have the use of our large recreation/dining facility which comprises a large lounge area with pool table, table tennis table & soccer ball table, large TV with DVD, VCR and an open fire place, and our dining room seats up to 110 people. Australian Camps Association

We can fully cater for groups of 25 or more, or self catering is also an option. Overall, Koala Park Resort offers most people, a holiday option that will suit their needs.

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INDOOR FACILITIES 2 dining rooms, 3 function rooms, 5 breakout rooms, indoor basketball stadium, climbing wall, open fire, pianos, stage, VCR, DVD, PA, conferencing facilities, whiteboard, free WIFI, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, playground, oval, campfire, circatron, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, giant swing, archery, trampolines, solar heated swimming pool, bicycles. OTHER INFORMATION Comprehensive V.E.L.S. support material available for all activities. Staff available to facilitate programs. Resident caretaker. Commercial activity providers available for surfing lessons, sea kayaking, eco programs. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Churchill Island, Amaze-N-Things, penguins, koala wildlife park, beaches, tourist attractions.

CONTACT Jenny Lang or Paul Fry ADDRESS 41-53 Church Street, Cowes VIC 3922 PH 03 5952 2201 or 1300 4 CAMPS FAX 03 5952 5800 EMAIL cyc@cyc.org.au WEB www.theisland.cyc.org.au

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GLEN FORBES SCHOOL CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Spensley Street Primary School. LOCATION 319 Almurta Rd, Glen Forbes VIC 3990. Grantville 11 km, Melbourne 110 km. SETTING 0.64 ha rural setting of rolling hills. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities. ACCOMMODATION 6. 1 cabin accommodating 6 people in bunks. Campers supply own tents. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, open fire. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Campfire area. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for water based activities on Phillip Island. RESOURCES NEARBY Maru Koala and Fauna Park, Churchill Island, Penguin Parade, Phillip Island Wildlife Park.

CONTACT Glenda Pellew, Spensley Street Primary School ADDRESS 193 Spensley Street, Clifton Hill VIC 3068 PH 03 9481 4666 FAX 03 5368 6835 EMAIL molan.gerard.m@edumail.vic.gov.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Owned by Uniting Church Australia. LOCATION 200 Grantville-Glen Alvie Road, Grantville VIC 3984. Grantville 2 km, Melbourne 83 km. Melway 612 R10, VicRoads Country Directory 96 A8. SETTING 50.6 ha bushland setting with open pastures. ACCOMMODATION 112. 13 cabins each accommodating 4-10 people, 4 rooms in 1 bunkhouse accommodating 4 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, chapel, lounge room, open fire, piano, table tennis, billiards, variety of games, video projector, PA system, DVD, OHP, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Oval, campfire area, volleyball, low ropes course, initiative activities, archery, swimming pool, bicycles, canoes, bushwalking, orienteering, frisbee golf. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. RESOURCES NEARBY Seal Rock, Philip Island Penguins, Coal Creek Heritage Village, Maru Fauna Park, mini golf, Amaze-NThings.

CONTACT Grantville Lodge ADDRESS PO Box 47, Grantville VIC 3984 PH 03 5678 8370 FAX 03 5678 8333 EMAIL grantville@uccamping.org.au WEB www.uccamping.org.au

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GRANTVILLE LODGE

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PHILLIP ISLAND ADVENTURE RESORT

ACA ACCREDITED

CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Conferencing facilities, free WiFi, 4 dining rooms, 3 function rooms, 13 breakout rooms, auditorium, drying facilities, laundry, stage, piano. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Solar heated pools, hot tubs, ovals, lakes, tennis/basketball courts, canoes, archery, giant swings, flying foxes, high and low ropes courses, initiative courses, campfires, BBQs, mountain biking, bushwalking, eco programs/activities. OTHER INFORMATION Comprehensive V.E.L.S. support material available for all activities. Program staff. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for surfing, sea kayaking, eco tours. Transport can be arranged. RESOURCES NEARBY Beach, surfing, bushwalking, indoor heated pool, tourist attractions, athletic track.

CONTACT Mark or Chris Rowe or Linda Fry ADDRESS 1775 Phillip Island Road, Cowes VIC 3922 PH 03 5952 2417 or 1800 006 399 FAX 03 5952 1627 EMAIL piar@cyc.org.au WEB www.piar.cyc.org.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 1825 Phillip Island Tourist Road, Cowes VIC 3922. Cowes 5 km, Melbourne 131 km. Melway 632 B5. SETTING 2.25 ha bush setting near beach. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accom, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 120. 18 cabins each accommodating 4-8 people, 1 dormitory accommodating 22 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Min number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/conference meeting area, open fire, air-conditioning, TV, VCR, DVD, table tennis, billiard table, soccer ball, juke box, whiteboards, karaoke. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Undercover BBQ area and outdoor kitchen, playground, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, 6 tennis courts, swimming pool. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for surfing, snorkeling, cycling, juggling, ranger talks, conservation activities. Smoking permitted outdoors. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Amaze 'N' Things, Koala Centre, Penguin Parade, Churchill Island, Seal Rocks, Rhyll trout farm.

CONTACT Steve & Robyn Kemp ADDRESS PO Box 29, Cowes VIC 3922 PH 03 5952 2176 FAX 03 5952 2298 EMAIL koalaparkresort@waterfront.net.au WEB www.koalaparkresort.com.au

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PHILLIP ISLAND COASTAL DISCOVERY CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Victorian YMCA. LOCATION 73-77 Marlin Street, Smiths Beach VIC 3922. Cowes 8 km, Melbourne 133 km. Melway 531 A6 and 527 H8. SETTING 5 ha beach frontage surrounded by state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 62. 8 rooms in 2 buildings each accommodating 2-14 people, tents available. Bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering (May-August). INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, open fire, table tennis, TV, DVD, OHP, screen, laundry, drying facilities, public telephone. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, undercover areas, campfire area, surfing, bicycles, beach swimming, fishing, oval, volleyball, orienteering, archery, initiative activities, snorkelling. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for surfing, sea kayaking. Transport can be arranged. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Bass Coast Rail Walk, penguins, wetland reserve, Amaze-N-Things, wineries, Rhyll Fishing Park.

CONTACT Greg Phillips ADDRESS PO Box 104, Cowes VIC 3922 PH 03 5952 2467 FAX 03 5952 5778 EMAIL discoverycamp@ymca.org.au WEB www.camps.ymca.org.au

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PHILLIP ISLAND

Managed by CYC Limited. LOCATION 1775 Phillip Island Road, Cowes VIC 3922. Cowes 4 km, Melbourne 130 km. Melway 632 B5, Melway 633 B7. SETTING 42 ha coastal setting 900m beach, landscaped grounds incl. lakes. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 450. 77 ensuited rooms plus 16 two bedroom suites (ensuited). Linen (charge), double and single beds, bunks, pillows, supplimentary bedding/doonas available, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20.

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Ultima

Lake Boga

Quambatook

Berrigan

A79

Mathoura

Leitchville Gunbower

Pyramid Hill

Charlton

Boort

Lockington

Lexton Clunes Creswick

Blackwood

Cressy Inverleigh

erdown

Colac

Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek

Gisborne

VICTORIA’S HIGH COUNTRY

128

Dandenong

Cranbourne

Torquay

Ocean

119

Corryong

Mitta Mitta Tawonga Mt Bogong

Bright Mount Mount Buffalo Beauty Nat Park

115

Falls Creek Alpin Nation Park

Omeo

Swifts Creek Dargo Buchan

Yarra Junction Gembrook

Walhalla Neerim South

Moe

Briagolong

Heyfield

Maffra

Yallourn Nth

Lindenow

Stratford

Sale

Paynesville Loch Sport

Trafalgar

b d

Bairnsdale Lakes

Ni t Mil B

Skiing, Mt Hotham

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NAME

111

15 Mile Creek Camp

Benalla

112

Barjarg Lodge

Mansfield

113

Camp Boho South - Northcote High School

Strathbogie

114

Charnwood Outdoor Education Centre

Benalla

Yes

•

NEARBY TOWN

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

BED CAPACITY

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE

Yes

•

Yes

•

115

Howmans Gap Alpine Centre

Falls Creek

158

116

Karingal Park Secondary College - Camp Mahaikah

Mansfield

117

Lake Nillahcootie Camp

Mansfield

118

Merrijig Lodge and High Country Horses

Mansfield

119

Mountain View Holiday Retreat

Bright

110

120

Snowy River Camp

Albury/Wodonga

121

The Old Priory

Beechworth

180

122

Valley Homestead

Myrtleford

134

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Eskdale

Myrtleford

Mount Buller Eildon Lake Eildon Howqua Nat Park Buxton Alpine National Marysville Park Yarra Ranges Woods Point HealesvilleNat Pk

Mornington R

Kiewa Beechworth

Mansfield

Warragul

Queenscliff

Albury Wodonga 120

Porepunkah

Lara

Geelong A1

112 116 117 118

Seymour

Bacchus Melton Marsh Anakie Werribee MELBOURNE

Rokewood

113

Malmsbury Tallarook Broadford Alexandra Kyneton Lancefield Yea M31 Daylesford

Yarra Glen

Lismore

Whitfield

Euroa

Kilmore

122

Violet Town 111 114

Avenel

Harcourt

A79

Ballarat

121

Benalla

M31

A39

Heathcote

Castlemaine Talbot

Shepparton Wangaratta

Rushworth Murchison

Nagambie

Avoca

urst

Chiltern M31

Tatura

Jingellic Walwa

Rutherglen

Numurkah

Mooroopna

Dunolly

Maryborough Maldon

Corowa

Yarrawonga

Glenrowan

Bendigo arre

A39

Moama

Corop

Holbrook

Cobram

Kyabram

Inglewood Bridgewater

St Arnaud

Walla Walla

Strathmerton

Rochester

Culcairn

Tocumwal

Barmah

Echuca

Korong Vale Wedderburn

Adelo

Finley

Cohuna

Yerong Creek

Kerang

Wycheproof

Tarcutta

Urana

Deniliquin

Barham

Culgoa

Lockhart

Jerilderie

Wakool

Murrabit

willock

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VIC I V i c t o r i a ’s H i g h C o u n t r y

Trekking, Victoria’s High Country

The widespread region also includes the upper reaches of Australia’s mighty Murray River as well as the alpine country with its snow-capped mountains, deep forest-clad valleys, rushing river streams and the sweeping high country plains. The high country is popular for a host of outdoor activities, from four-wheel driving, mountain-biking and horse riding to hiking on the high plains. Spring and summer also bring out the wildflowers, a magical carpet. You can experience much of this magical country on the Great Alpine Road, one of Australia’s greatest touring routes. It runs across the “roof ” of Victoria, providing an astounding scenic route that links Omeo, Dinner Plain, Mount Hotham, Harrietville, Bright, Porepunkah, Myrtleford and Wangaratta. When it comes to legends, some of Australia’s best known ones have had their beginnings in the crisp mountain air of Victoria’s North East.

The notorious Ned Kelly and his gang rode through much of this country. Kelly, who shot and killed a policeman, was eventually hung in Melbourne, but his ghost still hangs over his old stamping ground. He was however, not the only bushranger who provided a headache for police. Harry Power and “Mad Dog” Morgan also roamed the countryside. Museums and attractions related to this legacy are evident throughout the region which also inspired renowned Australian poet A. B. “Banjo” Paterson to pen his famous work “The Man from Snowy River”. The poem tells the story of a valuable horse, the Colt from Old Regret, who escapes. All the riders in the area gather to pursue the wild bush brumbies and cut the valuable horse from the mob. But the country defeats them all - except for The Man from Snowy River. It is thought that Paterson based the character on Jack Riley, a much-loved local from Corryong, although this is often disputed, with the argument put that Paterson created a composite character from a number of people he met while travelling through the North East. Regardless of the origins of the fabled bush ballad, it remains a defining story in this part of Victoria such that every April, The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival is held at Corryong.

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VICTORIA’S HIGH COUNTRY

ictoria’s absolutely glorious North East is home to the state’s spectacular alpine country. Needless to say it is sky-high with scenic beauty, mountain adventure, and stories about legendary bushrangers and horse men. If that’s not enough, in winter, snow brings another huge attraction - skiing on Victoria’s best and most accessible snowfields, such as Mount Buller, Mount Hotham and Falls Creek.

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8 Priory Lane, Beechworth VIC 3747 Ph: 03 5728 1024 Fax: 03 5728 2035 Email: info@oldpriory.com.au Web: www.oldpriory.com.au Australian Camps Association

Let us organise your entire camp! The Old Priory has been conducting School Camp Programs for over 20 years. We are a fully accredited School Camp situated in Victoria’s best preserved gold town, Beechworth. • students and staff are accommodated within a comfortable, safe environment • extremely adaptable venue located only 500m from town centre • accommodates up to 180 people in various styles under one roof • package prices available - we tailor make your itinerary and take care of all your bookings including transport • perfect for corporate gatherings and functions

While you’re here visit: The Beechworth Historic & Cultural Precinct and the Goldfields

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Co-operative of Schools. LOCATION 692 Benalla-Whitfield Road, Greta South VIC 3675. Benalla 32 km, Melbourne 235 km. VicRoads Country Directory 48 F4. SETTING 110 ha bushland setting in river valley. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 50. 2 cabins each accommodating 21 people, 2 rooms in 1 bunkhouse accommodating 4 people. Bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 14. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering can be arranged. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, table tennis, wood heater, laundry, dryer, VCR, DVD, OHP, screen, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, basketball, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, bicycles, canoes. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for white water rafting. Smoking not permitted indoors. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Ned Kelly Exhibits (Glenrowan), Benalla Regional Art Gallery and Botanical Gardens, wineries of the King Valley.

CONTACT David Cavicchiolo ADDRESS 692 Benalla - Whitfield Road, Greta South VIC 3675 PH 03 5766 6247 FAX 03 5766 6432 EMAIL fifteenmilecreekcamp@westnet.com.au WEB www.15milecreek.org.au

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15 MILE CREEK CAMP

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CAMP BOHO SOUTH - NORTHCOTE HIGH SCHOOL INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate recreation room, table tennis, open fire, TV, DVD, VCR, CD, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, campfire area. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding and canoeing. RESOURCES NEARBY Golf course, tennis courts, Mt Separation, Tallangalook- Dry Creek historical area (gold mine).

CONTACT Rohan Griffiths - Northcote High School ADDRESS St Georges Road, Northcote VIC 3070 PH 03 9488 2300 FAX 03 9488 2399 EMAIL rg@nhs.vic.edu.au WEB www.nhs.vic.edu.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

Privately owned. LOCATION Harpers Road, Barjarg via Mansfield VIC 3722. Mansfield 17 km, Melbourne 185 km. Melway 610 V5. SETTING 2.4 ha rural setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 54. 10 rooms in 1 lodge each accommodating 4-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, dining/recreation room, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, wood heater. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, mountain biking, skiing, water skiing, walking. RESOURCES NEARBY Lakes, mountains, museums, golf, wineries.

CONTACT Tony Henderson ADDRESS PO Box 256, Greensborough VIC 3088 PH 0433 569 136 FAX 03 9471 0252 EMAIL tonyhenderson@iinet.net.au

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Privately owned. LOCATION RMB 1450 Lima East Road, Lima East VIC 3673. Benalla 35 km, Melbourne 210 km. Melway 510 V4. SETTING 68 ha valley in state forest. ACCOMMODATION 90. Lower block accommodates 26, middle house accommodates 10, top block accommodates 70. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining areas, kitchens, classroom, undercover area, OHP, whiteboards, video, TV, DVD, data projector, laundry, dryer, outdoor chapel, lounge and small group rooms, open fires, wood heater. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Playing field, swimming lake, canoes, nature trails, undercover areas, campfire area, initiative activities, bicycles, challenge course, sailing, rock climbing, abseiling. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for bike riding, abseiling, climbing, sailing, canoeing, rafting, bushwalking, horse riding, skiing, rogaining. Transport can be arranged. RESOURCES NEARBY Wineries, ski resorts, sight seeing.

CONTACT John Lindros ADDRESS 1034 Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079 PH 03 5768 2376 or 03 9497 2899 FAX 03 9497 4299 EMAIL info@auscamp.com.au WEB www.auscamp.com.au

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Managed by Northcote High School LOCATION 467 Bonnie Doon Road, Boho South VIC 3669. Strathbogie 13 km, Melbourne 235 km. Melway 610 T3, Country Directory 47 E6. SETTING 0.4 ha farmland and bushland near a creek. ACCOMMODATION 22. 3 separate cabins each accommodating 4, 8 and 10 people. Beds, heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Victorian YMCA. LOCATION RMB 2587, Bogong High Plains Road, Falls Creek VIC 3699. Falls Creek 4 km, Melbourne 365 km. Melway 622 H10, VicRoads Country Directory 50 F7. SETTING 4.5 ha bush setting near forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 158. 34 rooms accommodating 2-7 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, lounge room, games room, indoor sports/games equipment, conference room, VCR, DVD, data projector, public telephone, open fire, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES High and low ropes course, archery, initiative activities, canoeing, wet weather gear, basketball, orienteering, camp fire, walks on Bogong High Plains (Alpine National Park), giant swing, climbing wall. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for mountain biking, horse riding, gliding. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Alpine National Park.

CONTACT Mark Weir ADDRESS RMB 2587, Bogong High Plains Road, Falls Creek VIC 3699 PH 03 5758 3228 FAX 03 5758 3527 EMAIL admin@howmans.com.au WEB www.camps.ymca.org.au

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HOWMANS GAP ALPINE CENTRE

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 3937 Midland Hwy, Barjarg VIC 3722. Mansfield 25 km, Melbourne 190 km. Melway 622 B10, VicRoads Country Directory 48 A8. SETTING 6 ha bush setting near shore of lake. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 94. 2 cabins each accommodating 5-8 people, 9 rooms in 1 bunkhouse accommodating 5-12 people. Bunks, beds. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, drying room, wood heater, open fire, indoor sports equipment, TV, VCR, DVD, blackboard, whiteboard. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Abseiling, archery, BBQ, bouldering wall, canoes, fishing, flying fox, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, orienteering, raft building, rock climbing, swimming, volleyball. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for sailing, skiing, horse riding. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Lake Nillahcootie, Strathbogie State Forest, Mt Samaria, Mt Buller, Mt Sterling, Mansfield.

CONTACT Ross and Lisa Gray ADDRESS PO Box 465, Mansfield VIC 3722 PH 03 5776 4224 FAX 03 5776 4207 EMAIL lakenill@mansfield.net.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 2975 Mansfield-Whitefield Road, Tolmie VIC 3273. Mansfield 23 km, Melbourne 275 km. Melway 622 C10. SETTING 5 ha bushland setting near dam. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. ACCOMMODATION 34. 9 rooms in 1 bunkhouse accommodating 3-6 people. Linen supplied, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, table tennis, emergency telephone, wood heater, DVD, TV, VCR, stereo, drying room.

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OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, initiative activities, canoes, kayaks, yabbying. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, whitewater rafting, skiing, snowboarding. Smoking not permitted, program ideas available. RESOURCES NEARBY Powers lookout, King Valley, wineries, Mt Buller, Mt Stirling, The Kelly Tree, Stringybark Creek.

CONTACT Business Manager ADDRESS Belar Avenue, Frankston VIC 3199 PH 03 9789 4544 FAX 03 9776 5211 EMAIL karingal.park.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au

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Privately owned. LOCATION 10 McCormacks Road, Merrijig VIC 3723. Mansfield 16 km, Melbourne 210 km. SETTING 4.1 ha farmland setting near river. ACCOMMODATION 52. 14 rooms in 1 lodge each accommodating 4 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, bunks, pillows, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is available. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, open fire, wood heater, table tennis, pool table, VCR, DVD, laundry, drying facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES Sauna, swimming pool, horse riding (charge). OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for mountain biking, abseiling, skiing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Mountains, rivers, lakes, bushwalking.

CONTACT Chris Dunlop & Fiona Goldman ADDRESS 10 McCormacks Road, Merrijig VIC 3723 PH 03 5777 5590 FAX 03 5777 5290 EMAIL info@merrijiglodge.com.au WEB www.merrijiglodge.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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MOUNTAIN VIEW HOLIDAY RETREAT

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 194 Great Alpine Road, Harrietville VIC 3741. Bright 20 km, Melbourne 340 km. SETTING 3 ha bush setting bordered by river and national park. ACCOMMODATION 110. 20 rooms in 2 lodges each accommodating 4-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, doonas, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering, some self catering max. 40 people.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining and recreation/ games room, 3 lounge rooms, 4 small group rooms, open fire, piano, stage, table tennis, TV, VCR, DVD, AV equip, movies, laundry, ski drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing areas, BBQ house, volleyball, initiative activities, rope course, flying fox, mountain bikes (charge), swimming pool, river tubing, campfire, trampolines, outdoor cinema (summer months), on site ski hire. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for canoeing, abseiling, initiative and leadership challenges. Experienced with disabled groups. Transport can be arranged to and from campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Alpine National Park, Mt Buffalo National Park, Historic Beechworth, Mt Hotham, Falls Creek.

CONTACT Hilary Morgan & Michael Cole ADDRESS 194 Great Alpine Road, Harrietville VIC 3741 PH 03 5759 2530 FAX 03 5759 2795 EMAIL info@mountainviewretreat.com.au WEB www.mountainviewretreat.com.au

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CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES 3 dining rooms, 2 recreation rooms, reading room, function room, meeting room, parlour, telephone, open fire, piano, stage, table tennis, conference facilities, whiteboard, VCR, OHP, lectern, PA system, flip chart, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, campfire area, stage, basketball, netball, open playing areas, nature park. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for bike riding, abseiling, and outdoor activities. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Historic Precinct, Museum, Courthouse, Telegraph Station, Powder Magazine, Chinese Centre, Woolshed Falls, gold panning, Lake Gambell, shops, Mt Buffalo NP.

CONTACT Pam Bell ADDRESS 8 Priory Lane, Beechworth VIC 3747 PH 03 5728 1024 FAX 03 5728 2035 EMAIL info@oldpriory.com.au WEB www.oldpriory.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, sports stadium with climbing wall, leap of faith, indoor sports equipment and props, billiard and table tennis room, telephone, whiteboard, VCR, TV, radio, music, disco/party lights, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Horseriding, flying fox, burma bridge, prusiking, abseiling/climbing walls, pool, lake, canoeing/ swimming, low ropes course, initiative course, volleyball, archery, trampoline, orienteering, fishing, pet native wildlife, campfires and hiking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Snowy River Camp is an adventure-activity based camp & working farm created for students/groups to develop motivation, teamwork and leadership qualities. RESOURCES NEARBY Snow skiing, bushwalking, Dartmouth Lake, national parks, river cruises, historic Beechworth and Yackandandah.

CONTACT Peter and Merry Jeffrey ADDRESS 768 Tallangatta Creek Road, Tallangatta Valley VIC 3700 PH 02 6072 5555 FAX 02 6072 5306 EMAIL info@snowyriverschoolcamp.com.au WEB www.snowyriverschoolcamp.com.au

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VALLEY HOMESTEAD

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 5537 Great Alpine Road, Ovens VIC 3738. Myrtleford 10 km, Melbourne 295 km. SETTING 11 ha bush setting. ACCOMMODATION 134. 26 rooms each accommodating 2-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, bunks, pillows, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate recreation room, conference rooms, meeting rooms, wood heater, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, VCR, OHP, whiteboards, drying room. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQs, spa pools, solar heated pool, tennis courts, trestle tables, volleyball, open playing area, lateral thinking course, aerial obstacle course high and low, abseiling, climbing, mountain bike hire, free fall slide, leap of faith, dual flying fox, vertical challenge, tents and packs, raft making, team building, campfire area. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for caving, hang gliding. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues.

CONTACT Garry Neville ADDRESS 5537 Great Alpine Road, Ovens VIC 3738 PH 03 5752 2187 FAX 03 5752 1408 EMAIL valley@valleyhomestead.com.au WEB www.valleyhomestead.com.au

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SNOWY RIVER CAMP

Privately owned. LOCATION 768 Tallangatta Creek Road, Tallangatta Valley VIC 3700. Albury/Wodonga 64 km, Canberra 370 km. Melways Map 622 H6 (33rd Edition), VicRoads Country Directory 36 G6. SETTING 72 ha undulating farmland in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range. ACCOMMODATION 79. 24 rooms, leaders ensuite. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

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THE OLD PRIORY

Privately owned. LOCATION 8 Priory Lane, Beechworth VIC 3747. Wangaratta 34 km, Melbourne 300 km. SETTING 1 ha three storey building overlooking gorge, with open lawn areas. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 180. Historic convent accommodation. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

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Marnoo dswells Bridge

Great Western

nthompson Skipton

Creswick

A79

Blackwood

Ballarat

Cressy Inverleigh

nsford

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Nat Park

Seymour

Lake Eildon 141

Kilmore

Lara

128 Buxton 124 134 Marysville

Yarra

Torquay

Lavers Hill

Dandenong

Cranbourne

Neerim South

131 136 148

Cowes San Remo

Heyfield

Moe

Maffra

Yallourn Nth

Lindenow A1

Stratford

Sale

Loch

Wonthaggi

Nin

Morwell

Korumburra

Mirboo North Leongatha

Inverloch NEARBY TOWN

Briagolong

Trafalgar

Rosebud

Flinders

Dargo

Woods Point

Walhalla

Gembrook

Mornington

Apollo Bay

NAME

143

150 151 Warragul

Queenscliff

Ocean Anglesea Grove

Great Otway Lorne Nat Park

Alpine National Park

152

Geelong

Colac

Falls Cre

Howqua

Nat Park

Wallan Riddels Whittlesea Creek 138 146

Gisborne

Aireys Inlet ampbell rt Campbell Pi N tP k

Bright Mount Mount Buffalo Beauty

129 135 145 127

Derrinallum Lismore Rokewood

Tawonga Mt Bo

Porepunkah

Whitfield

Yarra Glen Ranges 125 140 Bacchus Melton 137 139 142 144 HealesvilleNat Pk Marsh Yarra Junction Anakie Werribee MELBOURNE 130 123 126 133

Lake Bolac

Violet Town

Euroa

Harcourt

Eskdale

Myrtleford

Mansfield Malmsbury Tallarook Broadford Alexandra 149 Kyneton Lancefield Mount Buller 147 132 Yea M31 Eildon Daylesford

Lexton Clunes

Beaufort

Kiewa Beechworth

Benalla

M31

A39

Heathcote

Castlemaine Talbot

roona

Rushworth Murchison

Nagambie

Avoca

Elmhurst

Tatura

Glenrowan

Dunolly

Maryborough Maldon

Stawell Ararat

Corop

Bendigo Navarre

Shepparton Wangaratta

Mooroopna

Inglewood Bridgewater

St Arnaud

erang

Rochester

Wedderburn

Toora

Seaspray

Yarram

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Adanac CYC

Lilydale

120

Yes

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Alpine Ash Mountain Retreat & Conference Centre

Healesville

150

Yes

•

125

Arrabri Lodge Educational Camp

Warburton

150

Yes

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Britannia Park

Yarra Junction

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127

Camp Narbethong

Marysville

Yes

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Camp Xavier @ Buxton

Marysville

Yes

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129

Candlebark Farm

Healesville

110

Yes

•

130

CEBS Camp Bindaree

Woori Yallock

Yes

•

131

Cooinda Lodge

Gembrook

Yes

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132

Crystal Creek Christian Camp

Alexandra

110

Yes

•

133

Douglas Donald Recreation Centre

Yarra Junction

Yes

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134

E.S.A. Camping & Conference Centre

Marysville

160

Yes

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135

Ferngully Lodge

Healesville

120

Yes

•

136

Gilwell Park

Gembrook

132

•

137

Gundiwindi Lodge

Lilydale

108

Yes

138

Kinglake Ranges Wilderness Camp

Kinglake West

Yes

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139

Lyrebird Park

Lilydale

•

140

Millgrove Outdoor Ed Centre - Melbourne High School

Warburton

•

141

Mt Cathedral Lodge

Near Marysville/Alexandra

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142

Mt Evelyn Recreation Camp YMCA

Lilydale

126

Yes

•

143

Mt Morton Conference Centre

Belgrave

130

Yes

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144

Oasis Camp Inc.

Mt. Evelyn

150

Yes

•

145

Polana - Polish Association in Melbourne Inc.

Healesville

Yes

146

Ponyland Equestrian Centre

Yarra Glen

Yes

•

147

Rubicon Outdoor Centre

Alexandra

•

148

Stringybark Lodge

Gembrook

Yes

•

149

The Jungai Centre

Thornton

100

Yes

•

150

The Log Cabin Ranch

Monbulk

Yes

•

151

Wombat Corner

Emerald

Yes

•

152

Wonga Park Conference Centre

Croydon

140

Yes

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he Yarra Valley is world renowned for its fine wines, its beautiful scenery and the world famous Healesville Sanctuary with its amazing collection of Australian birds and animals.

The region, too, has some wonderful National Parks and mountain ranges as well as a wide range of other must do attractions. These include the Lavender Farm and Mont Delancey Homestead as well as the museum at Wandin. You will be amazed at the wonderful collection of items from years gone by. Check out the history of the area, listen to the information on this historic homestead, the historic church of the area, the amazing collection of machinery then sit and enjoy the refreshments from Martha's Tea Rooms. The Dandenongs with their lush mountain scenery, their craft shops and restaurants will be a place you will not wish to miss. And, no visit to the Dandenongs will be complete without a trip on Puffing Billy, the old steam train, as it winds its way through forest glades, tall treeferns and puffs its way to Emerald and back to Belgrave.

Take time to visit the Dandenong Ranges National Park and Sherbrooke Falls. Hopefully you may catch a glimpse of a lyre bird, or perhaps even hear these wonderful imitators of not just bird calls, but human ones, as well. Call in at Grant's Picnic Ground to see all the parrots coming down amongst the tourists. Enjoy the tall mountain gums and the beautiful tree ferns. Stop at the craft shops, sit and enjoy afternoon tea looking out over the panoramic views and lush mountain plants. Do call in to visit William Ricketts Sanctuary with its amazing collection of Aboriginal sculptures. It is a place of beauty, spiritually reflecting one man's remarkable philosophy. Because of its rich mountain soil the Dandenongs is known for its beautiful gardens and the numerous nurseries and market gardens as well as the lush forest walks and scenery. The National Rhododendron Gardens are set amidst great Mountain Ash. Katandra Gardens with its diverse range of Australian plants is just a short distance away, the Alfred Nicholas Gardens are renowned for their extensive water features and Tesselaars Tulip Farm attracts thousands of visitors each year during spring. All of these attractions are within an easy drive of Melbourne.

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Free booking service

Located in Belgrave. Only 45 minutes from the CBD.

Let us do all the organising for you. From just one year level to your entire camp program. What we do for you. • Book the venue (Victorian Campsites only) • Organise transport • Develop program • Establish the menu • Create a camp booklet • Arrange activity & duty groups • Follow up on all of your particular requests.

Ideal location for conferences, retreats, or primary camps. Contact us anytime for an inspection that we know will impress. Ph. 9754 2896

Email – camp@schoolcamp.net.au

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ADANAC CYC

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 47 Hoddle Street, Yarra Junction VIC 3797. Lilydale 25 km, Melbourne 65 km. Melway 288 D10. SETTING 5.27 ha parkland setting with lake and views of the Yarra Valley. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 120+. Each room accommodating 2-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, doonas, heating. Leaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ensuites. Extensive verandahs. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 45. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, meeting rooms, games/recreation room, piano, basketball stadium, table tennis, sports/games equipment, tredwall, digital projector & screen, DVD, TV, Wi-Fi, whiteboards, stage. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoeing, water slide, flying fox, nature safari, archery, trampolines, volleyball, campfire, bicycles, low ropes, frisbee/golf, fishing, sports oval, raft making, camp cooking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Activity Risk Assessment plans for all activities (downloadable), personalised programs, qualified staff conduct all adventure activities, co-ordinated travel arrangements. RESOURCES NEARBY Healesville Sanctuary, Badger Weir, Maroondah Dam, Warburton Trail, YMCA Aquatic Centre, Nature Resource Centre.

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 235 Spraggs Road, Toolangi VIC 3777. Healesville 20 km, Melbourne 75 km. Melway Keymap 10, VicRoads Country Directory 79 J2. SETTING 5 ha rainforest setting adjacent to state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 150. 14 rooms in 2 lodges each accommodating 5 people, 16 rooms in 8 units each accommodating 5 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, meeting halls, telephone, wood heating, TV, VCR, DVD, OHP, data projector, sports hall. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing areas, amphitheatre, beach volleyball, swimming, initiative activities, high and low ropes course, flying fox, possum glider, campfire, bushwalking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. RESOURCES NEARBY Healesville Sanctuary, Yarra Ranges National Park, Forest Discovery Centre, Toolangi State Forest, Mt Donna Buang and Lake Mountain, Yarra Valley wineries, King Lake National Park, waterfalls and rainforest walks.

CONTACT Steven King ADDRESS 235 Spraggs Road, Toolangi VIC 3777 PH 03 5962 9219 FAX 03 5962 9231 EMAIL info@alpineash.com WEB www.alpineash.com Australian Camps Association Accredited

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CONTACT Adanac CYC ADDRESS 47 Hoddle Street, Yarra Junction VIC 3797 PH 03 5967 1594 FAX 03 5967 2561 EMAIL adanac@cyc.org.au WEB www.adanac.cyc.org.au

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ARRABRI LODGE EDUCATIONAL CAMP

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 450 Woods Pt Road, East Warburton VIC 3799. Warburton 4.5 km, Melbourne 80 km. Melway 291 C8. SETTING 5.5 ha bush setting in the Yarra Ranges. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accom, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, most activities. ACCOMMODATION 150. 30 rooms. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING Full catering is provided.

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INDOOR FACILITIES A/C dining room, lounge, wood heater, A/C recreation room, conference room, basketball stadium with acoustic ceiling, piano, TV, VCR, DVD, PA, laundry, dryer, leaders ensuites. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Giant swing, BBQ, oval, undercover areas, campfire, volleyball, tennis, basketball, low ropes, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, pool, trampoline, gold panning, animal petting, climbing wall, 18 hole mini golf, orienteering, bushwalking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff and design available. Packages including all transport and accommodation can be arranged. Resident owners. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. Camp specialises in school/music camps & retreats. RESOURCES NEARBY Mt Donna Buang, Upper Yarra Dam, Healesville Sanctuary, Puffing Billy, fishing, snowfields.

CONTACT Dave Wappett and Tony McIntosh ADDRESS PO Box 21, Warburton VIC 3799 PH 03 5966 2202 FAX 03 5966 2290 EMAIL arrabri@arrabri.com.au WEB www.arrabri.com.au

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Hall/dining room, 3 lounge/study rooms, wood heater, piano, pool, table tennis, laundry, drying room, whiteboard, VCR, OHP, TV. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, central campfire, basketball, volleyball, open playing area, children's play area. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, mountain biking, cross country snow skiing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Marysville township, Lake Mountain National Park, Alpaca farm, berry farms.

CONTACT Sue Bradshaw ADDRESS 946 Maroondah Highway, Narbethong VIC 3778 PH 03 5963 7192 FAX 03 5963 7106 EMAIL info@campnarbethong.com.au WEB www.campnarbethong.com.au

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BRITANNIA PARK

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Guides Victoria. LOCATION Britannia Creek Road, Yarra Junction VIC 3797. Yarra Junction 5 km, Melbourne 72 km. VicRoads Country Directory 80 B6. SETTING 18 ha bush setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 87. 4 lodges each accommodating 7-31 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. Tent sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate dining room, recreation room, table tennis, open fire, laundry, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, undercover areas, campfire, stage, volleyball, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, swimming pool, canoes, abseiling tree, traverse wall. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for archery, caving, fishing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Mt Donna Buang, tree top walk, wineries.

CONTACT Judy Poulsen ADDRESS RSD 234, Yarra Junction VIC 3797 PH 03 5967 1331 FAX 03 5967 2754 EMAIL britparkcampsite@guidesvic.org.au WEB www.guidesvic.org.au

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CAMP NARBETHONG

Privately owned. LOCATION 946 Maroondah Highway, Narbethong VIC 3778. Marysville 14 km, Melbourne 87 km. Melway 627 K3. SETTING 4 ha bushland setting near river. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: Most building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 64. 3 cabins each accommodating 20 people, 1 cottage accommodating 4 people. Bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

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CAMP XAVIER @ BUXTON

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Society of Jesus in Victoria (Xavier College). LOCATION 190 Mt Margaret Road, Buxton VIC 3711. Marysville 10 km, Melbourne 105 km. Melway 510 T10, VicRoads Country Directory 62 D9. SETTING 44 ha bush setting adjacent to state forest. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 56. 3 dormitories each accommodating 16 people. Beds, bunks, heating. Staff quarters sleeps 8. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Min charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/rec room, public telephone, open fire, piano, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, screen, TV, VCR, OHP, blackboard, whiteboard, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, volleyball court, low ropes course, nature trail walk, initiative activities, campfire, climbing wall, canoeing, archery, orienteering. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for horse riding, abseiling, rockclimbing, canoeing, mountain biking, drive tours, cross country skiing, tobogganing. Transport can be arranged to/from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Cathedral Ranges, Stevensons Falls, Snobs Creek Trout Hatchery, Lake Eildon.

CONTACT Warren Nelson ADDRESS C/- Buxton Post Office, Buxton VIC 3711 PH 03 5774 7392 FAX 03 5774 7562 EMAIL buxtoncamp@xavier.vic.edu.au WEB www.xavier.vic.edu.au/Buxton

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 531 Healesville-Kooweerup Road, Healesville VIC 3777. Healesville 9 km, Melbourne 60 km. Melway 284 E6. SETTING 40 ha treed pasture on the foothills of the Yarra Valley. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways. ACCOMMODATION 110. 16 ensuited bunkrooms in 3 separate buildings each accommodating 6-8. Bunks, pillows, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Air-conditioned dining room, separate recreation hall, airconditioned and carpeted hall, rock room, art/craft/table tennis room, piano, indoor games equipment, volleyball. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoeing, flying fox, super swooper (charge), low ropes course, swimming pool, BBQ, initiative activities, bushwalking, orienteering, outdoor stage, rafting, reflector trail. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available (charge). Resident manager. RESOURCES NEARBY Healesville Sanctuary, Maroondah Dam, Hedge End Maze.

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 355 Mount Eirene Road, Gembrook VIC 3783. Gembrook 3 km, Melbourne 64 km. Melway 314 K6. SETTING 6.3 ha bush setting surrounded by bush and farmland. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 60. 5 dormitories and 2 rooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, games room, pool table, table tennis, wood heater, keyboard, TV, VCR, disco lights. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Kayaks, solar heated pool, flying fox, volleyball court, tennis court, low ropes course, trampoline, giant slide, oval, dam, campfire site, bushwalking, orienteering, photohunt. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Puffing Billy, Bunyip State Forest, Gembrook.

CONTACT Marilyn and Don Stark ADDRESS PO Box 48, Gembrook VIC 3783 PH 03 5968 1359 FAX 03 5968 1359 EMAIL cooindalodge@nex.net.au WEB www.cooindalodge.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

Managed by CEBS The Anglican Boys Society Diocese of Melbourne. LOCATION 1145 Healesville Koo Wee Rup Road, Woori Yallock VIC 3139. Woori Yallock 1.5 km, Melbourne 60 km. Melway 286 F7, Melbourne UBD Directory 235 Q8. SETTING 3 ha bushland setting adjacent to river. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways. ACCOMMODATION 36. 5 rooms in 1 bunkhouse accommodating 6-8 people. bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 6. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate meeting/recreation room, bush chapel, campfire pit, table tennis, billiard table, soccer game table, TV, DVD, VCR, whiteboards, electronic organ, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, campfire area, outdoor meeting areas, undercover areas, open playing area, swimming, bushwalking. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, archery. Restricted use of alcohol, smoking permitted outdoors. RESOURCES NEARBY Mt Donna Buang, Healesville Sanctuary, Badger Weir, Maroondah Dam, Warburton walking track, Healesville township, Yarra Valley wineries, walking areas.

CONTACT CEBS - The Anglican Boys Society ADDRESS PO Box 39, Park Orchards VIC 3114 PH 03 9879 0956 FAX 03 9879 0956 EMAIL cebs@alphalink.com.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Crystal Creek Christian Camp Inc. LOCATION 43 Murrays Road, Alexandra VIC 3714. Alexandra 7 km, Melbourne 127 km. Melway 521 K12. SETTING 14.5 ha on edge of state forest, overlooking valley. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some pathways. ACCOMMODATION 110. There are 20 rooms in 3 lodges. Lodge 1 accommodates 54 people with ensuites (7 rooms). Lodge 2 accommodates 32 people (4 rooms). Lodge 3 accommodates 30 people (9 rooms). MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 25. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, chapel, piano, table tennis, indoor sports and games equipment, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Swimming pool, canoes, BBQ, playing areas, obstacle course, volleyball, tennis, basketball, trampoline, initiative activities, cricket, football, soccer, campfire area, paddle boat, waterslide. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Fraser National Park, Lake Eildon, Goulburn River, trout farms, Cathedral Mountains, Marysville, Stephensons Falls.

CONTACT The Administrator ADDRESS PO Box 227, Alexandra VIC 3714 PH 03 5772 1409 FAX 03 5772 1046 EMAIL admin@crystalcreekcamp.org.au WEB www.crystalcreekcamp.org.au

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CONTACT Michael Hill ADDRESS 531 Healesville-Kooweerup Road, Healesville VIC 3777 PH 03 5962 4727 FAX 03 5962 3818 EMAIL info@candlebarkfarm.com.au WEB www.candlebarkfarm.com.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by St John Ambulance Australia (VIC). LOCATION 25 Madeley Drive, Wesburn VIC 3797. Yarra Junction 4 km, Melbourne 60 km. Melway 289 C12. SETTING 6.5 ha bush setting adjacent to state forest, near river. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 48. 3 cabins each accommodating 16 people. Bunks, heating, cooling. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

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CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, AV equipment, internet access, lounge room, stereo, TV, DVD, VCR, OHP, whiteboards, multi-purpose hall, training room, staff room, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing area, oval, BBQ, campfire, outdoor chapel, dam, trampoline, archery, initiative activities, sports court and equipment, tennis, high and low ropes course, flying fox, canoeing, mountain biking, orienteering. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for archery, horse riding, caving, abseiling, water based activities. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Upper Yarra Dam, snowfields, wineries, Healesville Sanctuary.

CONTACT Andrew Forrer ADDRESS PO Box 524, Yarra Junction VIC 3797 PH 03 5967 2599 FAX 03 5967 1600 EMAIL ddrec@stjohnvic.com.au WEB www.stjohnvic.com.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 269 Myers Creek Road, Healesville VIC 3777. Healesville 4 km, Melbourne 65 km. Melway 270 D3, VicRoads Country Directory 80 A3. SETTING 10 ha lawn and fern gullies, surrounded by bush and mountains. ACCOMMODATION 120. 21 rooms in 2 bunkhouses each accommodating 4-12 people. 4 ensuited rooms. Bunks, beds, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES 2 halls at 180sq m, separate dining room, recreation room, lounge, open fire, table tennis, pool table, air hockey, soccer table, TV, VCR,

DVD, data projector, 2x inhouse theatre, karaoke, disco lights, 15m x 6m indoor activity shed. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Giant swing, leap of faith, volleyball, basketball, nitro swing, high and low ropes, traverse wall, trampoline, BBQ, campfire area, nature trail walk, bushwalking, orienteering, frisbee golf, initiative activities, spider's web, archery, 3 way tug-ofwar, salt swimming pool, hut building, commando course. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident owners. Well-known music training retreat. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for canoeing, abseiling, campouts, cross country skiing. RESOURCES NEARBY Maroondah Dam, Healesville Sanctuary, Forest Discovery Centre, Donnelly's Weir, Badger Weir, Hedgend Maze, Lake Mountain.

CONTACT Toni and Peter McCracken ADDRESS PO Box 238, Healesville VIC 3777 PH 03 5962 4232 FAX 03 5962 4777 EMAIL ferngullylodge@bigpond.com

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Managed by E.S.A. Country Ministries. LOCATION 959 Buxton Road, Marysville VIC 3779. Marysville 2 km, Melbourne 100 km. Melway 610 T11, VicRoads Country Directory 80 D1. SETTING 8 ha bush setting near state forest. ACCOMMODATION 160. 5 cabins each accommodating up to 24 people, 9 rooms in “Forest Retreat” accommodating 37 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds (and double beds), pillows, blankets, doonas, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering in “Forest Retreat”. INDOOR FACILITIES Conference facilities, dining room, indoor sports stadium, VCR, DVD, OHP, data projector, PA system, whiteboard, public telephone, pianos, stage, table tennis, pool table, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, archery, open playing areas, volleyball, cricket, low ropes, campfire, orienteering, giant outdoor draughts, canoeing by arrangement. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding. Smoking not permitted in buildings, alcohol not permitted. RESOURCES NEARBY Golf club, bowls, Lake Mountain, cross country skiing, bushwalking, fishing, waterfalls, state park.

CONTACT The Manager ADDRESS PO Box 34, Marysville VIC 3779 PH 03 5963 3303 FAX 03 5963 3696 EMAIL esa@virtual.net.au WEB www.esa.org.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Scouts Association VIC. LOCATION 2555 Launching Place Road, Gembrook VIC 3783. Gembrook 5 km, Melbourne 75 km. Melway 299 E1, VicRoads Country Directory 80 B8. SETTING 185 ha bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 132. 15 rooms in 2 lodges each accommodating 2-4 people, 6 lodges and sleeping huts each accommodating 8-10 people, 2 dormitories each accommodating 16 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets,

heating. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES 2 dining rooms, 2 separate recreation rooms, public telephone, open fire, table tennis. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoeing, archery, low ropes course, swimming, orienteering, nature trail, abseiling, 3 outdoor chapels. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for abseiling, canoeing. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities.

CONTACT Russell Bradd ADDRESS PO Box 166, Gembrook VIC 3783 PH 03 5968 1284 FAX 03 5968 1879 EMAIL gilwellpark@vicscouts.asn.au WEB www.vicscouts.asn.au/GilwellPark

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 90 Lewis Road, Wandin VIC 3139. Lilydale 10 km, Melbourne 45 km. Melway 121 B6. SETTING 10 ha rural bushland setting with farming surrounds. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: Most building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 108. 17 rooms in 1 lodge accommodating 4-15 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Air-con dining room, recreation hall, leaders' lounge, air-con conference room, TV, VCR, CD, DVD, OHP, whiteboards, screen, other meeting rooms, billiard room, art and craft, table tennis, air hockey, fuse ball. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Flying fox, giant swing, low ropes course, initiative activities, campfire, orienteering course, sensory trail, bushwalking, night trail, swimming pool, trampolines, playground, picnic area, volleyball, yabbying. OTHER INFORMATION Resident owners. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Transport can be arranged to/from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Puffing Billy, Tesselaars Tulip Farm, Healesville Sanctuary, Maroondah Reservoir, Lilydale Lake, Mont DeLancey Historical Museum, Silvan Dam, Warburton Rail Trail. Australian Camps Association

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 510 Beenak Road, Yellingbo VIC 3139. Lilydale 20 km, Melbourne 60 km. Melway K10 + 1km. UBD 296 K14. SETTING 26 ha open bushland creek boundary and light forest setting, adjacent to state park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Pathways around buildings accessible. ACCOMMODATION 75. 6 rooms accommodating 2-6 people, 2 bunkrooms each accommodating 18 people, 3 new cabins (total 12 bedrooms accommodating 2-4 people) available February 2009. Full bathroom ensuites attached to all bedrooms, heating, linen (charge). MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING Full catering and dishwashing service provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Large multipurpose hall/dining, 5-6 meeting/breakout rooms, recreation area, billiards, table tennis, games equipment, TV, VCR, DVD, OHP, whiteboard, wood heater, heating. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Initiative activities, archery, high and low ropes course, ring the bell, the plank, dangleduo, indoor climbing wall, flying fox, bushwalking, campfire, basketball, volleyball, trampolines, (charges apply to specialised activities). OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Smoking and alcohol restricted. Adventure based experiential learning programs available, eg. teambuilding, leadership, corporate staff training. RESOURCES NEARBY Kurth Kiln, Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary, Hedgend Maze.

CONTACT Chenlu Williams ADDRESS 510 Beenak Rd, Yellingbo VIC 3139 PH 03 5964 8236 or 0417 800 474 FAX 03 5964 8209 EMAIL camps@lyrebirdpark.com.au WEB www.lyrebirdpark.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

Privately owned. (Previously Kinglake West Adventure Camp). LOCATION 1419 Yea Road, Kinglake West VIC 3757. Kinglake West 2 km, Melbourne 60 km. Melway 610 N10, VicRoads Country Directory 61 E9. SETTING 14 ha bushland surrounded by 800 ha state forestry and national parks. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 90. 13 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 7 people, 60 open tent sites, 7 cleared bush campsites. Bunks, beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 32. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

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CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 2 recreation rooms, training room, open fire, piano, stage, TV, VCR, internet, data projector, whiteboard, screen, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Initiative activities, high and low ropes courses, flying fox, BBQ, volleyball, oval, inground pool, campfire, basketball, sky chair ring, mountain biking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers for hire. Themed programs. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY National parks, Toolangi Forest Discovery Centre, ballooning.

CONTACT Colin French ADDRESS PO Box 21, Kinglake West VIC 3757 PH 03 5786 5230 FAX 03 5786 5005 EMAIL office@krwc.com.au WEB www.krwc.com.au

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MILLGROVE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE - MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 140 Dee Road, Millgrove VIC 3799. Warburton 10 km, Melbourne 70 km. Melway 289 A3. SETTING 7 ha open grassy hills setting in river valley, adjacent to national park. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, most pathways. ACCOMMODATION 34. 8 rooms in 1 lodge sleeping 4-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, piano, table tennis, wood heater, TV, DVD, whiteboard, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Canoes, mountain bikes, campfire area, caving equipment, abseiling equipment, high and low ropes course, indoor climbing wall, initiative activities, volleyball court, bicycles, charges may apply to activities. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, cross country skiing. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Upper Yarra Valley, vineyards, national parks.

CONTACT Chris Wright ADDRESS PO Box 805, Millgrove VIC 3799 PH 03 5966 9078 or 0400 094 668 FAX 03 5966 9583 EMAIL moecbookings@bigpond.com

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CONTACT Tracey and Daniel Alderman ADDRESS PO Box 26, Wandin North VIC 3139 PH 03 9737 9512 FAX 03 9737 9910 EMAIL gundiwindi@gundiwindi.com.au WEB www.gundiwindi.com.au

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Privately owned. LOCATION 2736 Maroondah Hwy, Taggerty VIC 3714. Near Marysville/Alexandra 12 km, Melbourne 105 km. Melway 610 S9. SETTING 2.8 ha Rural bush setting, nestled below Cathedral Ranges looking out on to the Black Range. ACCOMMODATION 60. 4 self contained cabins sleeps 4-6 people. 4 non self contained cabins each sleeps 6 people. 1 house accommodating 16 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied (fitted sheets, pillow cases), bunks, beds, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Small groups by arrangement for sole or shared use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

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MT EVELYN RECREATION CAMP YMCA

ACA ACCREDITED Managed by Victorian YMCA. LOCATION 70 Tramway Road, Mt Evelyn VIC 3796. Lilydale 5 km, Melbourne 30 km. Melway 120 C4. SETTING 11 ha bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 126. 20 rooms in 1 lodge accommodating 2-12 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, blankets, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 50. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, public telephone, stage, table tennis, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Archery, BBQ, open fires, campfire, basketball, tennis court, volleyball, low and high ropes course, flying fox, environmental programs, pool, obstacle course, giant swing, initiative activities, swimming pool, bicycles. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Healesville Sanctuary, Puffing Billy, Hedge End Maze.

CONTACT Liz & Frank Zahra ADDRESS RMB 4674, Alexandra VIC 3714 PH 03 5774 7382 FAX 03 5774 7382 EMAIL liz.zahra@bigpond.com WEB www.mtcathedrallodge.com.au

CONTACT Helen Sargent ADDRESS PO Box 136, Mt Evelyn VIC 3796 PH 03 9736 2228 FAX 03 9736 4210 EMAIL mtevelyn@ymca.org.au WEB www.camps.ymca.org.au

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Fairmont Avenue, Belgrave Heights VIC 3160. Belgrave 4 km, Melbourne 45 km. Melway 84 D3. SETTING 10 ha bush setting. ACCOMMODATION 130. 23 ensuited cabins each accommodating 2-6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, heating, full linen available by pre-order. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Carpeted dining room, table tennis room, arts & craft room, pool table, indoor rock climbing, 5 meeting/rehearsal rooms, hall/stadium, stage, sound system,

gas and open fire, whiteboards, indoor games, piano, disco lights, TV, DVD, OHP, data projector. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, basketball, tennis court, camp fire circle, oval, undercover areas, open air chapel, ropes course, trampoline, archery, flying fox, frisbee golf, volleyball court, initiative course, survival skills, orienteering course. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Dandenong Ranges, William Rickets Reserve, Puffing Billy, Birdsland Lakes.

CONTACT Nicole and Shane Withers ADDRESS 22 Vista Rd, Belgrave Heights VIC 3160 PH 03 9754 2896 FAX 03 9754 4288 EMAIL info@mtmorton.com.au WEB www.mtmorton.com.au

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OASIS CAMP INC.

Managed by Oasis Camp Inc. LOCATION 66-72 Monbulk Road, Mt Evelyn VIC 3796. Mt. Evelyn 0.5 km, Melbourne 37 km. Melway 120 D3. SETTING 6 ha semi bush setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities, single beds available ACCOMMODATION 150. 6 cabins each accommodating 2-12 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 40. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, candle making room, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, public telephone, piano, wood heater, stage, laundry, VCR, DVD, OHP, data projector, screen, whiteboard, dryer. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, swimming pool, bicycles. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Indoor reptile room. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Puffing Billy, Silvan Dam, Lilydale Lake, Healesville Sanctuary.

CONTACT John Kroon ADDRESS PO Box 313, Mt Evelyn VIC 3796 PH 03 9736 2898 FAX 03 9736 4598 EMAIL camp@oasis.asn.au WEB www.oasis.asn.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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POLANA - POLISH ASSOCIATION IN MELBOURNE INC.

Managed by Polana - Polish Association in Melbourne Inc. LOCATION 358-360 Don Road, Healesville VIC 3777. Healesville 3 km, Melbourne 64 km. Melway 278 H7. SETTING 5 ha open bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 68. 12 cabins each accommodating 6 people. Bunks, beds. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Separate dining room, separate recreation room, table tennis, wood heater, piano, stage, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, campfire area, volleyball, stage. OTHER INFORMATION Resident manager. RESOURCES NEARBY Healesville Sanctuary, Maroondah Dam, Yarra Valley wineries, Badger Creek Weir, bushwalking.

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Privately owned. LOCATION 35 Osborne Road, Christmas Hills VIC 3775. Yarra Glen 5 km, Melbourne 40 km. Melway 266 A10. SETTING 120 ha bush setting. ACCOMMODATION 40. 4 cabins each accommodating 4 people, 2 rooms dormitory style accommodating 26 people. Bunks. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 10. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, horse riding (charge), yabbying, bushwalking. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. RESOURCES NEARBY Healesville Sanctuary, wineries.

CONTACT Lisa Nye & Glenn Kavanagh ADDRESS 35 Osborne Road, Christmas Hills VIC 3775 PH 03 9730 1334 FAX 03 9730 2234 EMAIL ponyland@bigpond.com

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Managed by Dept. of Education and Early Childhood Development. LOCATION 264 Rubicon Road, Thornton VIC 3712. Alexandra 20 km, Melbourne 130 km. Melway 528 A2, VicRoads Country Directory 62 E6. SETTING 3 ha rural setting adjacent to bushland and river. ACCOMMODATION 68. 34 rooms in 4 lodges each accommodating 2 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, doonas, heating, cooling. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE None. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 2 separate recreation rooms, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, VCR, projectors, laundry, drying facilities. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Flying fox, high ropes course, climbing wall, initiative activities, trampoline, bicycles, games court, canoes, BBQ area, oval, volleyball. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire for fishing, rafting, horse riding. Smoking not permitted indoors. RESOURCES NEARBY Central to the Alexandra, Lake Eildon tourist area.

CONTACT Mr. H. Duncan ADDRESS 264 Rubicon Road, Thornton VIC 3712 PH 03 5773 2285 FAX 03 5773 2441 EMAIL rubicon.oc@edumail.vic.gov.au WEB www.rubicon.vic.edu.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

STRINGYBARK LODGE

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Lot 3 Beenak Road, Gembrook VIC 3783. Gembrook 3 km, Melbourne 65 km. Melway 299 A4, VicRoads Country Directory 80 A8. SETTING 9 ha paddock and bushland setting. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom, all toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, most activities, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 84. 9 rooms in 1 building each sleeping 6-12 people. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 20. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining/recreation room, separate recreation room, separate meeting/craft room, wood heater, table tennis, pool table. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Open playing area, basketball, volleyball, low ropes course, mini golf, initiative activities, orienteering, yabbying, campfire, flying fox, climbing wall, canoeing, trampolines. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for mountain biking, rock climbing, abseiling, canoeing, kayaking, caving, rafting. Qualified staff available through Halls Outdoor Education (charge). Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Puffing Billy, Kirth Kila State Park, Healesville Sanctuary.

CONTACT Stringybark Lodge ADDRESS PO Box 328, Gembrook VIC 3783 PH 03 5968 1739 FAX 03 5968 1743 EMAIL info@hallsoutdoored.com.au WEB www.hallsoutdoored.com.au

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CONTACT Jason Stevens ADDRESS PO Box 1075, Mitcham VIC 3132 PH 03 5962 1585 FAX 03 5962 1585 EMAIL azimuth@mail.com

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ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 475 Rubicon Road, Thornton VIC 3712. Thornton 8 km, Melbourne 137 km. Melway 610 V9, VicRoads Country Directory 62 F6. SETTING 130 ha bush setting with river frontage. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accom, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, single beds available. ACCOMMODATION 100. 10 cabins each accommodating 10 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, heating, cooling. Tent and/or caravan sites are available for separate hire. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies.

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CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, conference room, activity centre, art room, open fire, wood heater, stage, VCR, DVD, OHP, whiteboard, screen, laundry. OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ area, oval, undercover areas, campfire, basketball, tennis court, high and low ropes course (charge), initiative activities, bicycles, canoes (charge). OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, canoeing, whitewater rafting, climbing, abseiling, bushwalking, cross country skiing, fishing, mountain biking. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. RESOURCES NEARBY Cathedrals National Park, Lake Eildon, Eildon National Park.

CONTACT The Jungai Centre ADDRESS 475 Rubicon Rd, Rubicon VIC 3712 PH 03 5773 2320 FAX 03 5773 2439 EMAIL vranj@oeg.vic.edu.au WEB www.oeg.net.au/jungai

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THE JUNGAI CENTRE

Australian Camps Association

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION Emerald Lake Road, Emerald VIC 3782. Emerald 1.5 km, Melbourne 65 km. Melway 127 K3. SETTING 1 ha bush setting adjacent to the beautiful Emerald Lake Park. ACCOMMODATION 99. 14 fully carpeted rooms in bunkhouses and cabins each accommodating 4-10 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof in bunks with heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, separate lounge area, recreation room, hall with stage, open fire, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, pool table, soccer table. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Kayaking, archery, volleyball, low ropes course, trampolines, mini golf, flying fox, basketball court, initiative activities, orienteering, bushwalking, campfire, photo trail, ponding, rockclimbing/abseiling wall. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. RESOURCES NEARBY Puffing Billy, Emerald Lake Park (with swimming pool - seasonal), Cardinia Reservoir, Sherbrooke Forest, Macclesfield Trout Farm.

CONTACT Alex McLean ADDRESS PO Box 201, Emerald VIC 3782 PH 03 5968 5057 FAX 03 5968 5108 EMAIL info@wombatcorner.com WEB www.wombatcorner.com

www.auscamps.asn.au

ACA ACCREDITED Privately owned. LOCATION 55-57 Rankins Road, Monbulk VIC 3793. Monbulk 2.5 km, Melbourne 45 km. Melway 125 A5. SETTING 4 ha amidst treed areas, near national parks. ACCESSIBILITY Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities. ACCOMMODATION 80. 8 rooms in 1 bunkhouse each accommodating 4-20 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge), bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

Australian Camps Association

CATERING Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, recreation room, hall, heat banks and split systems, Coonara, TV, VCR, DVD, OHP, data projector, whiteboard, screen, leader lounge. OUTDOOR FACILITIES Archery, undercover areas, BBQ, slide, playground, mini-golf, sensory trail, orienteering, campfire, initiative activities, low ropes course, environmental activities, peddle go karts, trampoline. OTHER INFORMATION Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities. RESOURCES NEARBY Puffing Billy, Lilydale Lake, national parks, Tesselaars tulip farm.

CONTACT Garry and Jenny Haley ADDRESS 55-57 Rankins Road, Monbulk VIC 3793 PH 03 9756 6650 FAX 03 9752 1333 EMAIL logcabinranch@hotmail.com WEB www.logcabinranch.com

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WOMBAT CORNER

THE LOG CABIN RANCH

Australian Camps Association

WONGA PARK CONFERENCE CENTRE

Managed by Calvary Bible College Inc. LOCATION 70 Holloway Road, Wonga Park VIC 3115. Croydon 6.6 km, Melbourne 35 km. Melway 36 K5-6. SETTING 28 ha rustic bushland setting. ACCOMMODATION 140. 14 ensuite rooms each accommodating 4/2 people, 2 dormitories each accommodating 32 people, bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, doonas, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 30. Minimum charge applies. CATERING Full catering is provided. INDOOR FACILITIES Dining room, 2 meeting rooms, VCR, DVD, OHP, screen, whiteboard, piano and stage, table tennis, laundry, drying facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES BBQ, open playing area, volleyball, low ropes course, mini-golf. OTHER INFORMATION Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, canoeing. RESOURCES NEARBY Golf course, driving range, ten pin bowling.

CONTACT Wes Hutchinson ADDRESS 28 Victoria Road, Lilydale VIC 3140 PH 03 9739 4853 FAX 09 9727 9766 EMAIL wes.hutchinson@wongaparkcc.com.au WEB www.wongaparkcc.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES INDEX NO.

NAME

DESCRIPTION

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Adventure Guides Australia (Training Innovations)

Group adventures for educational, recreational and corporate

154

Alternative Motivation Life Academy

We are highly successful in Team & Leadership concepts.

155

Auscamp ( )

Adventure education/recreation programs

156

Cape Otway Lightstation

Life-skills program based around historic lightstation

157

Evolve at Typo Station ( )

Life skills and alternative education

158

Fall Safe Australia Pty Ltd

Maintenance, inspection & installation of challenge course equipment

159

High Plains Catering

Catering and other support services

160

Interactive EdVentures

Confidence, trust and leadership development

161

Off Road Cycling Adventures

Mountain bike programs

162

People Outdoors ( )

Adventure programs for people with disabilities

163

Phillips Financial Services P/L

Insurance and financial services

164

PowerDirect

Backed by AGL, Powerdirect specialise in providing competitive rates and professional service to SME customers.

165

Preferred Supplier Group Australasia

Buying Group Facilitator

166

ROAM Adventures

Outdoor activities, initiatives and camps

167

Rogerson Kenny Business Accountants

Business Accountants

168

Ron Ellis Recreational Camps

Free camp booking service

169

Sleepmaker

We provide: Bunks, Beds, Storage Lockers, Innerspring/Foam Mattresses, and Manchester products to the accommodation market

170

Steelfast Trampolines / Mr Trampoline

Trampoline manufacture, installation, repairs and spare parts

171

Sunbelt Advantage

Real estate agent and business broker

172

Victorian Touring Coaches

Bus and coach charter for groups

173

Wesfarmers Kleenheat Gas Pty Ltd

Gas suppliers

153

ADVENTURE GUIDES AUSTRALIA (TRAINING INNOVATIONS)

Privately owned. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Adventure Guides Australia has provided group and individual adventures for the educational, corporate and recreational markets for over 20 years. Based in Victoria's High Country we provide adventure activities near Melbourne, at Cape Otway and Gippsland. We also operate adventures at Wee Jasper and Griffith in NSW. Licensed by Parks Victoria for operation on public land, we currently represent Victorian land based operators on Parks Victoria's Cave and Karst Advisory Committee.

For the less adventurous we can arrange Natural and Australian History tours, Aboriginal Art Site visits and Gold Panning. We have licences to operate at a range of locations in Victoria and NSW. We conduct Cross-Country Ski and Snow-Camping activities at Mt Buffalo and the Alpine National Park. Other locations and activities arranged on request. CONTACT David Chitty ADDRESS PO Box 393, Beechworth VIC 3747 PH 03 5728 1804 FAX 03 5728 2933 EMAIL agati@netc.net.au WEB www.adventureguidesaustralia.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

GUIDE TO CAMPS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS

VICTORIA

As the primary abseiling and caving provider in our region, we can arrange adventures for groups of any size. Other activities include rock climbing, cross-country ski/snow camping, bushwalking, and camping and outdoor skills activities. We can facilitate leadership and team building programs for groups.

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154

ALTERNATIVE MOTIVATION LIFE ACADEMY

Privately owned.

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AUSCAMP

ACA ACCREDITED

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Privately owned.

Leadership & Communication: Everyone has the capability to be some sort of a leader in life. Most students don't even know that they are a leader, until they are placed in a situation that requires careful planning and communication. Our programs help students to realise their potential, whether it be in school, sport or life in general. The advanced communication skills that they will learn, will enable them to understand their friends, family, teachers & themselves a lot more.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

All this takes place in the North West of Victoria inside the Hattah Kulkyne National Park. Sexton's is a wilderness camp located on the Murray River and caters for up to 30 students. Visit our web site and view the range of programs we deliver and testimonials from participants over a number of years. www.canoeimages.com.au

Auscamp is your one stop for outdoor education and recreation. Formed in 1986 by a teacher with over 20 years experience. • Adventure Education/Recreation Programs: We can run programs in most areas of Victoria. Each program is designed to meet the individual needs of the group or school. • Activities: Bushwalking, rafting, canoeing, bike riding, abseiling, rock climbing, sailing, snow sports, initiative programs and horse riding. • Charnwood Outdoor Education Centre: An accommodation centre located at Lima East, between Mansfield and Benalla. A full range of catered and self catered programs can be run from this location. • Safety: We have 4WD vehicles on standby on most programs, a reliable SMR truck radio system for communication, public lands permit including Mt Buller and Parks Victoria. We are Accredited through the Australian Camps Association. We would welcome the opportunity to provide you with an information pack or meet with you to discuss your needs.

CONTACT Stan Sleep ADDRESS PO Box 2005, Mildura VIC 3502 PH 03 5024 2809 EMAIL stan@canoeimages.com.au WEB www.canoeimages.com.au

CONTACT John Lindros ADDRESS 1034 Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079 PH 03 9497 2899 FAX 03 9497 4299 EMAIL info@auscamp.com.au WEB www.auscamp.com.au

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CAPE OTWAY LIGHTSTATION

Privately owned.

EVOLVE AT TYPO STATION

ACA ACCREDITED

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Managed by Evolve at Typo Station Ltd.

A "Quest Skills for Life" program offers young people a "journey" that gives them the opportunity to develop their potential beyond the classroom. By taking young people away from their normal environments and surroundings, they are able to enhance their experiences and skills development.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Since 1993, Evolve at Typo Station (Evolve) has been committed to providing a supportive environment for disadvantaged young people to evolve into strong, caring and purposeful individuals. Based on early intervention, narrative and bush adventure therapy principles, Evolve offers its young people the following programs: • A two year journey for 14-17 year old young men experiencing difficulties at home and/or school; • Applied three-year leadership development programs for economically, socially and geographically disadvantaged young people, targeting students from Year 9-11; • Tailored partnership programs with alternative education settings and agencies across Victoria.

The aim of the quest is to provide participants with a real experience of Australian pioneer life through the daily challenges and adventures of Lightkeepers.

VICTORIA

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Australian Camps Association

Location: The 2-5 day journey takes students through a journey experiencing the spectacular coastline around the Historical Cape Otway Lightstation, where history, mystery and excitement await. Accommodation: Depending on the length of the program and agreed activities, students typically will be accommodated in historic Lighthouse premises, bunk facilities and camping.

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible for your school to take part. We look after everything including; transport, accommodation, activities, equipment and meals.

Evolve's programs focus on positive behaviours, skills development and personal achievements to re-engage young people into their homes, their schools and into the broader community. Evolve's programs have the following objectives; • Act as a catalyst for the community and the young person to take shared responsibility towards a mutually constructive and positive future. • Enhance young people's view of themselves and their expectations about future success. • Help young people to develop better relationships and connections with family, peers and the community. • Assist young people to continue successful participation in further education and training.

CONTACT Paul Thompson ADDRESS PO Box 41, Apollo Bay VIC 3233 PH 03 5237 9240 FAX 03 5237 9245 EMAIL keeper@lightstation.com WEB www.lightstation.com

CONTACT Chris Ziebell ADDRESS PO Box 41, Cheshunt VIC 3678 PH 03 5729 8223 FAX 03 5729 8476 EMAIL info@evolve.org.au WEB www.evolve.org.au

Food: All food is catered for throughout the program, including special dietary needs.

www.auscamps.asn.au

Australian Camps Association

Australian Camps Association Accredited

VIC I O u t d o o r A c t i v i t y P r o v i d e r s & S e r v i c e s

158

FALL SAFE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

159

HIGH PLAINS CATERING

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

MAINTENANCE & INSTALLATION OF FLYING FOXES, GIANT SWINGS AND ROPE COURSES

Catering and other support for courses and outdoor activities - both in residential camps and in "tent" camps.

Now a supplier for the Australian Camps Association assisting school camps to maintain accreditation. Fall Safe Australia specialise in the installation and maintenance of Flying Foxes, Giant Swings and rope courses for youth camps in Victoria. In order for you to maintain your accreditation, we inspect all activities to ensure equipment is in excellent condition. We provide fully bound reports detailing the results of our inspections including any recommendations. Our team consists of qualified Worksafe Assessors, Riggers, and installers. We replace any components that show signs of wear and tear, using only the highest quality products.

• Specialising in catering and facilities arrangement for corporate adventurebased courses.

Inspections and re-certification is completed annually in compliance with all relevant Australian Standards.

• Call us for any assistance you need with any aspect of your outdoor activity.

• "Locum" catering service to cover those times when your regular cook is not available. • Advice and assistance with planning and organising camps and outdoor activities. • Assistance with the hire or provision of a wide range of lightweight camping equipment and clothing.

Please call to schedule an onsite inspection. 1800 898 690.

CONTACT Rod Gibbs ADDRESS PO Box 175, Stratford VIC 3862 PH 1800 898 690 or 0428 445 641 FAX 03 5145 6193 EMAIL rod.fallsafe@auscoam.com WEB www.fallsafeaustralia.com

CONTACT Bill Oakley ADDRESS PO Box 25, Nunawading VIC 3131 PH 03 9899 4142 or 0419 504 201 FAX 03 9819 4788 EMAIL billoakley@aapt.net.au

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161

INTERACTIVE EDVENTURES

OFF ROAD CYCLING ADVENTURES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Privately owned.

Team Building, Group Experiential Programmes. “To learn and grow together”

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Interactive EdVentures provides a fun and exciting way to enhance your team building program. Through our experiential programs, individuals and teams can reach their full potential. We work with you to tailor programs that meet your objectives. We facilitate opportunities that allow individuals to explore ways to grow and develop.

Specialists in mountain bike programs for groups and schools. Beginners to experienced riders are introduced to mountain biking in a safe, supportive and fun environment.

Our programs create opportunities for individuals and groups to explore, discover and reconnect with themselves, each other, the environment and faith.

Activities and Programs For... Corporate, community, schools, sporting teams, congregations, youth groups and offering:

We provide: Up to 30 high quality, light weight, easy to use mountain bikes with front suspension, comfy seats, water bottles and helmets. Experienced, professional, friendly staff with mechanical back up and first aid. Programs: Skills clinics, learn to ride/bike education course, half day, full day and multi day programs packaged to suit your needs. Got a different idea in mind? Call us and have a chat about your needs. Philosophy: to encourage mountain biking as a vehicle for self development, and physical and environmental education.

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• Teambuilding (at your sites or ours), Challenge Ropes courses (Low and High) • Team programs • Portable challenge • Low CRC / team programs • High CRC challenge • Combination program • Extended Programs (multi day/extended) • Inside or out / our place or yours CONTACT Interactive EdVentures ADDRESS 130 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 PH 03 9251 5261 or 1800 682 991 FAX 03 9251 5491 EMAIL interactive@uccamping.org.au WEB www.edventures.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

VICTORIA

As part of Uniting Church Camping Interactive EdVentures (I.E.) offers innovative team focussed experiential learning programs that challenge and extend individuals and teams by helping them to discover confidence, develop problem solving skills, and improve communication while strengthening group relationships.

Locations: Well researched, safe venues close to melbourne and throughout Victoria; Gembrook, Macedon, Toolangi, Healesville, Lysterfield are just a few, we can also happily travel to your location.

CONTACT Dave Anderson ADDRESS 5/2-10 Hallam South Road, Hallam VIC 3803 PH 03 9796 3822 EMAIL orca@orca.net.au WEB www.orca.net.au

GUIDE TO CAMPS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS

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163

PEOPLE OUTDOORS

ACA ACCREDITED

PHILLIPS FINANCIAL SERVICES P/L

Privately owned.

Managed by the Australian Camps Association.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Phillips is the recognised leader for insurance and financial services to camps, outdoor activity providers and educators. We offer comprehensive service plans tailored to the unique needs of the adventure industry.

People Outdoors is a community based non-profit organisation, established in 1989, with our vision of "Adventure for All." We provide various types of programs to enable children, teenagers and adults with disabilities to participate in (depending on location): • Weekend camps • Family / sibling camps

We are experts in the field with over 15 years experience. The foundation of our success is our dedication to the needs of our clients. We care about you and your operation and work hard to ensure that you, your staff and your customers are protected.

• Adventure programs / tent camps / hikes

Our success is measured by the testimony of our clients who are our best advocates, and not just because we save them money but because we also give them they support they deserve. We offer:

• Day activities

• Dedicated personnel available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Custom designed programs

• Qualified specialists who know your language.

People Outdoors works with individuals who have a physical / intellectual / behavioural disability or acquired brain injury.

• Comprehensive policies at the right price.

People Outdoors can conduct customised programs designed for government agencies, councils, community groups and other organisations at request.

Find out what Phillips can do for your business, call 1800 819 394.

• Integrated school holiday camps

• Personalised support when you really need it.

People Outdoors relies on the support of volunteers for the ongoing operation of their camping program.

CONTACT People Outdoors ADDRESS PO Box 580, Eltham VIC 3095 PH 1300 734 187 FAX 03 9350 1077 EMAIL peopleoutdoors@auscamps.asn.au WEB www.peopleoutdoors.org.au

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Australian Camps Association

POWERDIRECT

CONTACT Joel Treadwell ADDRESS PO Box 2623, Cheltenham VIC 3192 PH 03 8586 9333 or 1800 819 394 FAX 03 8586 9394 EMAIL adventure@phillipsfs.com.au WEB www.phillipsfs.com.au

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PREFERRED SUPPLIER GROUP AUSTRALASIA

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Privately owned.

Backed by AGL, Powerdirect is an Australian energy retailer specialising in small to medium enterprise customers. While our customers range from households to large corporations, our strength is providing great rates & specialised service to small to medium businesses. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer competitive rates to individual customers seeking value for money and professional service.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

VICTORIA

Preferred Supplier Group Australasia (PSG) works with organisations such as ACA to form buying groups. We utilize the collective purchasing power of members to structure competitive deals with suppliers on the most commonly purchased products/services. Our stringent selection process ensures our preferred suppliers offer you value for money with the added benefit of reliable service, optional online ordering systems for our national suppliers & complaint management by PSG should the need arise. We promote the philosophy of “one stop shopping” through national suppliers for similar product to assist you with smoother running of your day to day businesses. Less orders translates to more efficient work practices through fewer deliveries, greater stock control, fewer invoices and cheques to process, less paperwork so you can concentrate on more important aspects of your business. PSG receives its income from suppliers in the form of a volume driven rebate part of which is funnelled back to ACA for the benefit of members. Although this rebate exists, our offer is generally better than what stand alone businesses can negotiate. Members order directly from the preferred suppliers and can take advantage of the group deal pre-negotiated by PSG.

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CONTACT Emma Cunningham ADDRESS Complex 1, 303 Burwood Hwy, Burwood East VIC 3151 PH 03 8805 6534 FAX 03 8805 6644 EMAIL ecunningham@powerdirect.com.au WEB www.powerdirect.com.au

www.auscamps.asn.au

CONTACT Jamie Somers ADDRESS PO BOX 961, Gisborne VIC 3437 PH 03 5428 2282 FAX 03 5428 4536 EMAIL somers@psgroup.com.au WEB www.psgroup.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

VIC I O u t d o o r A c t i v i t y P r o v i d e r s & S e r v i c e s

166

ROAM ADVENTURES

167

ROGERSON KENNY BUSINESS ACCOUNTANTS

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Specialist in outdoor activities, initiatives and camps for groups of all ages and abilities in a structured, supportive and safe environment.

Rogerson Kenny Business Accountants have over 35 years of providing professional Accounting service and Business advice. Rogerson Kenny Business Accountants are professional, friendly and have the right advice, for all your Business Accounting, Taxation, Self Managed Superannuation Fund, and General Business Advice needs.

Locations: We operate throughout Victoria and run camps interstate for school groups. We provide: All specialist equipment, support and logistics with experienced professional and friendly staff. All programs have full first aid support and risk assessment.

Rogerson Kenny Business Accountants can offer you the following services:• Business Acquisition & Disposal

Programs range from 1/2 to full day and multi day programs. We provide specialist activities such as river sledding, white water rafting, rock climbing, abseiling, high ropes course, mountain biking, bushwalking, skills days and fun initiative days. Camp programs are a speciality of ROAM and can be structured to meet desired learning outcomes from 2-21 days.

• Application for business finance

Philosophy: To encourage personal development and awareness in a community atmosphere whilst having fun.

• Superannuation - Self Managed Superannuation Fund Taxation, Accounting and Audit service & advice

"Imagine to inspire..."

• Business planning and forecasting - Budgets, Cash Flows and Projections

• Taxation - preparation, lodgement, planning, advice • Capital Gains Tax advice • Appropriate entities to purchase Business

• Fringe Benefits Tax • Financial modelling • General Business Management Advice Please call either Peter Rogerson or Brett Kenny for your free initial interview on any matter you may wish to discuss. CONTACT Dave Anderson ADDRESS 5/2-10 Hallam South Road, Hallam VIC 3803 PH 1300 652 277 EMAIL info@roamadventures.com.au WEB www.roamadventures.com.au

CONTACT Rogerson Kenny ADDRESS PO Box 323, Mt Waverley VIC 3149 PH 03 9802 2533 FAX 03 9802 0590 EMAIL mail@rks.com.au WEB www.rogersonkenny.com

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RON ELLIS RECREATIONAL CAMPS

SLEEPMAKER

Privately owned.

Division of Pacific Brands.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Camp bookings made the easy way.

Sleepmaker - a division of Pacific Brands, is a leading supplier of sleeping equipment to the Australian Commercial Accommodation market.

• A free service - for groups making enquiries and/or bookings. • Ron Ellis Recreational Camps is paid by the camps. • Group only pays the respective camp's normal price. • Ron will recommend the most suitable venue after discussing your particular group's requirements, for location, activities offered, facilities on site, environment and price range. • Over 200 camp venues in Victoria have been personally visited and researched by Ron Ellis who is a strong believer in education through fun and personal experience.

Sleepmaker has manufacturing plants / Warehouses in each state of Australia, providing prompt supply at very competitive prices. Sleepmaker - suppliers of - Bunks, Beds, Mattresses and Manchester products to - The 2000 Sydney Olympics and the M2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games, Accor properties Nationally, Defence Force, State Sport and Recreation depts, and major Backpacker chains across Australia.

• 25 years of operation

Sleepmaker's comprehensive range of commercially built sleeping products are well respected, as endorsed by the above organisations.

• Over 3000 group bookings made

Product Summary: (Available in a variety sizes and specifications)

• New service - possibility to book a camp for a whole school term, where your school can run your own chosen program, with your own staff and self-cater.

• Bunk Beds • Steel Beds • Folding Beds and lift up trundles • Steel Underbed / Bunk Storage lockers • "Innerspring" Mattresses and ensembles - Commercial specifications, including fire retardant covers in No-Turn designs for Accommodation application • "Foam" Mattresses • Manchester

CONTACT Ron Ellis - Ron Ellis Recreational Camps ADDRESS 60 Twyford Street, Williamstown VIC 3016 PH 0404 842 084 EMAIL ronellisreccamps@gmail.com

Australian Camps Association Accredited

CONTACT Phil Ellis ADDRESS 1 Dunlopillo Dr, Dandenong South VIC 3175 PH 03 9794 1500 FAX 03 9794 1522 EMAIL pellis@pacbrands.com.au WEB www.sleepsafe.com.au, www.sleepmakercommercial.com.au

GUIDE TO CAMPS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS

VICTORIA

• Catering - catered and self-catering camps available.

A comprehensive range of Bunk Beds, Steel Beds, Storage lockers, Innerspring and Foam mattresses, plus Manchester are manufactured to Commercial standards for the Accommodation market.

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170

STEELFAST TRAMPOLINES / MR TRAMPOLINE

171

SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Trampolines - Heavy duty, Olympic quality, long lasting Trampolines.

Real Estate Agents and Business Brokers specialising in the sale of camps. Sunbelt is the world's largest business broking network, with in excess of 300 independently owned offices in 19 countries. We only sell businesses, so understand your needs. Let the strength of our network help you maximize the return on your business.

Suitable for in-ground installation, above ground usage or folding model for indoor use. Great exercise for all ages. Add "Bounce Ball" and 2 can use the trampoline at once. Or "Bounce Board Extreme" our new heavy duty low impact snow board lets users feel the freedom of snowboarding/kite surfing without the costly equipment & lessons. Simply strap on the board and bounce on the trampoline like a seasoned professional! We are proudly Australian owned & produce Australian made quality trampolines.

Sunbelt Advantage provides: • Obligation free estimate of your business's likely selling price. • Advice on selling the business only and retaining the freehold as an income producing asset. • Advice on how to prepare your business for sale.

Many camps, schools and other commercial operators have used our trampolines and had many years of service. They are easy to install and represent a very simple activity to occupy your campers with little or no supervision required.

• We put purchasers in touch with solicitors and accountants who know the industry.

We have many examples of our products lasting 30 years or more with some simple maintenance (We will even organise regular maintenance for you).

• Advice on marketing strategy including advertising.

Many ACA members have more than one trampoline in their bank of activities and all agree that the Steelfast Trampoline is one of the greatly enjoyed activities at their camp. Please call to discuss our products & services further.

• Advice on methods of sale i.e. Auction, Private Sale, Tender, Expressions of Interest. • Regular reports as to the progress of the sale process once listed. Due to ongoing success in finding buyers for a number of camps in the past 10 years, we have built up a large database of buyers who wish to get into the industry, make use of our contacts.

CONTACT Adam & David ADDRESS 972 Dandenong Road, Carnegie VIC 3163 PH 03 9571 5711 FAX 03 9571 5577 EMAIL info@mrtrampoline.com.au WEB www.mrtrampoline.com.au

CONTACT Brett Bowden ADDRESS 193 Rouse Street, Port Melbourne VIC 3207 PH 03 9681 7977 FAX 03 9681 7988 EMAIL sales@sunbeltnetwork.com.au WEB www.sunbeltnetwork.com.au

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VICTORIAN TOURING COACHES

WESFARMERS KLEENHEAT GAS PTY LTD

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Call Kleenheat Gas to supply and deliver 45kg LPG cylinders, BBQ gas refills, and Kwik Gas 8.5kg & 3.7kg gas swap.

Victorian Touring Coaches, proudly Australian owned since 1966, supply Bus and Coach Charter services to Schools, Universities, Corporate Groups, Social and Senior Citizens Groups. The fleet includes basic thus economical vehicles through to the luxury of 5 STAR coaches. Air-conditioning, TV/Video, DVD, rest room and seat belts available on request. Our camping trailers have cooking and refrigeration facilities and we are also able to provide all camping equipment including tents and mattresses.

VICTORIA

Our administrative staff will happily prepare anything from a day trip to Intra or Interstate tours, camping transfers or tours. In fact if you have a destination in mind we can build an itinerary to suit and take care of all the arrangements. Our fleet includes 21-28 seat midi buses and 53 & 57 seat coaches.

Kleenheat Gas is part of the Wesfarmers group, and has over 50 years experience in the LPG industry. With a national presence and focus on customer service, safety, the local community and innovation, Kleenheat Gas continues to grow and provide LP Gas to industrial, domestic, commercial and rural markets throughout Australia. By using Kleenheat Gas you’ll enjoy the benefits of fast and efficient gas cylinder deliveries and service, not to mention access to professional advice on gas appliances and other LPG applications. For LPG orders, you local dealer and further information on Kleenheat Gas, contact the Kleenheat Gas customer service Centre on 132180 or visit www.kleenheat.com.au.

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CONTACT Glenda Gallagher ADDRESS 127-129 Keys Road, Moorabbin VIC 3189 PH 03 9555 7009 FAX 03 9555 1530 EMAIL glenda@victouring.com.au WEB www.victouring.com.au

www.auscamps.asn.au

CONTACT Kleenheat Gas ADDRESS PO Box 468, Niddrie VIC 3042 PH 132 180 FAX 1300 650 687 EMAIL mgardam@kleenheat.com.au WEB www.kleenheat.com.au Australian Camps Association Accredited

EASY FINDER INDEX INDEX NO.

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

PAGE NO.

INDEX NO.

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

PAGE NO.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

NEW SOUTH WALES 1

Alpine Activity Centre

Cooma

Adare Camping & Conference Centre

Victor Harbor

Baden Powell Scout Centre

Sydney

Aldinga Beach Holiday Park

McLaren Vale

Barker College, The Grange

Katoomba

Ankara Youth Camp

Mannum

Biloela Living Environment Centre

Moss Vale

Arbury Park Outdoor School

Bridgewater

Blue Gum Lodge

Springwood

Barossa Valley YHA

Gawler

Camp Longbeach

Bateman's Bay

Camp Yarramundi

Richmond

Cataract Scout Park

9 10

Camp Willochra

Port Pirie

2, 21

Crystal Lake Camp

Mount Barker

Appin

Douglas Scrub - Girl Guides SA

McLaren Vale

Challenge Ranch

Gosford

Errappa Blue Light Camp

Whyalla

Cooba Sport and Education Centre

Berridale

GTS Dolphin Water Activities Centre

Adelaide

Four Post Camp

Deniliquin

Latvian Camp "Dzintari"

Victor Harbour

Kianinny Outdoor Education Centre

Merimbula

20, 23

Mylor YHA

Adelaide

Land’s Edge Sydney Harbour

Mosman

Nunyara Conference Centre

Adelaide

Mangrove Mountain Retreat

Gosford

Port Hughes Accommodation Centre

Port Hughes

Manna Park Pty Ltd

Merimbula

Southern Flinders YHA

Wirrabarra

Midginbil Hill O.E.C.

Murwillumbah

Mowbray Park Farm Holidays

Picton

Sydney Olympic Park Lodge

Paramatta

Vision Valley

Warrumbungles Holiday Camp

Wymah Valley Retreat

Tarooki Campsite

Robe

20, 24

Wirraway Homestead Youth Centre

Strathalbyn

2, 24

Woodhouse Activity Centre

Stirling

Dural

YMCA Glenhaven Park

Hamley Bridge

Coonabarabran

Albury

NEW SOUTH WALES - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES 22

Advanced Training Solutions International

Coast Life Adventures

Encompass Outdoors

Inter-Action Experiential Learning Pty Ltd

Lifestyle Solutions (Aust) Ltd

People Outdoors

NORTHERN TERRITORY 1

Berry Springs Lakes Holiday Resort

Berry Springs

People Outdoors

2, 43

SOUTH AUSTRALIA - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES 20

Active Education Aust Pty Ltd.

Noorla Yo-Long Blue Light Outdoor Adventure

43 43

People Outdoors

Venture Corporate Recharge

38, 44

Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures

38, 44

TASMANIA 1

Camp Banksia

Devonport

Camp Boomerang

Devonport

48 48

Gumleaves Recreation Camp

Triabunna

The Lea Scout Centre

Kingston

Woodfield Centre

Brighton

48, 49

TASMANIA - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES 29

People Outdoors

QUEENSLAND 1

Apex Camp Mudjimba

Maroochydore

Camp Constable

Brisbane

Camp Goodenough

Tweed Heads

Echo Adventure and Cultural Camp

Cairns

Edmund Park Adventure Education

Laidley

32, 33

Kindilan Outdoor Education and Conference Centre Cleveland

Lions Camp Duckadang

Kilcoy

32, 33 34

Maranatha Recreation Camp

Yandina

Midginbil Hill O.E.C.

Murwillumbah

Minjerribah Holiday Camp

Cleveland

QUEENSLAND - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES 11

People Outdoors

The Australian Camps Association, including its officers, agents and contractors (“Publisher”), has made every endeavour to ensure that details appearing in this publication are correct at the time of printing, but accept no responsibility for any inaccuracy or mis-description, whether by inclusion or omission, nor does the Publisher accept any responsibility for subsequent change or withdrawal, of details or services shown which are subject to alteration without notice. Any standard of accommodation and/or services contained in this publication are indicative only of a certain class and are based upon information provided to the Publisher. Accordingly, the Publisher makes no representation or guarantee in relation to the standard, class or fitness for purpose of that accommodation or service. Photography: Great Ocean Road Marketing, GSDM, Tourism Australia, Tourism Victoria, Tourism New South Wales, Tourism Queensland, Tourism Western Australia, Tourism Tasmania, Tourism South Australia, Tourism Northern Territory, River Rock Photography. JN: GSDM 8500_02.09

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NORTHERN TERRITORY - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES

42 38, 42

157

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158

INDEX NO. 22

Coonawarra Farm Resort

NEARBY TOWN Bairnsdale

PAGE NO. 69, 73

131

Cottage by the Sea

Queenscliff

100

132

Crystal Creek Christian Camp

Alexandra

141

Crystal Lake Cabins

Ballarat

4, 139

105

CYC "The Island"

Cowes

53, 82

Don Bosco Camp

Dromana

133

Douglas Donald Recreation Centre

Yarra Junction 138, 142

INDEX NAME NO. VICTORIA

NEARBY TOWN

PAGE NO.

111

15 Mile Creek Camp

Benalla

A'Beckett Park

Paynesville

Ace Hi Ranch

Rosebud

123

Adanac CYC

Lilydale

Adekate Forest Lodge

Ballarat

Adventure Melbourne YHA

Melbourne

Allambee Camp

Warragul

124

Alpine Ash Mountain Retreat & Conference Centre

Healesville

Angahook Holiday Camp

Aireys Inlet

Anglesea Recreation Camp

Anglesea

Araluen Lutheran Camp

Anglesea

125

Arrabri Lodge Educational Camp

Warburton

Baanya Biami

Anakie

112

Barjarg Lodge

Mansfield

114, 115

106 66, 71

NAME

83 4, 126 112, 116

Doxa Malmsbury Camp

Malmsbury

139

134

E.S.A. Camping & Conference Centre

Marysville

142

Eastern Hill Camp Creswick

Creswick

2, 97

Edmund Rice Centre - Amberley

Lower Plenty

107

135

Ferngully Lodge

Healesville

142

136, 140

Forest Edge CYC

Neerim South

Forest Lodge Farm

Yarram

131

136

Gilwell Park

Gembrook

80, 83

4, 73 73 142

Bayplay Lodge & Adventure Tours

Sorrento

115

106

Glen Forbes School Camp

Grantville

126

Billabong Ranch

Echuca

121

Golden Valleys Lodge

Rosebud

116

Blackwood Special School Outdoor Education Centre Blackwood

Grampians Retreat

Hamilton

Boomerang Holiday Ranch

107

Grantville Lodge

Grantville

53, 127

Brauer College - Dunkeld Camp

Dunkeld

137

Gundiwindi Lodge

Lilydale

Briars Outdoor Ed. Camp

Mornington

115

Hotel UniLodge on Flinders

Melbourne

107

126

Britannia Park

Yarra Junction

140

115

Howmans Gap Alpine Centre

Falls Creek

2, 132

Brucknell Park Scout Camp

Warrnambool

Illawong Lodge By the Sea

Yarram

Burnside Camp

Anglesea

97, 98

Iluka Campsite

Balnarring Village 116

Daylesford

137, 143

Camp Acacia

Stawell

53, 89

Jumbuk Park

Morwell

Camp Balook - Westall Secondary College

Yarram

Kangaroobie

Port Campbell 94, 100

113

Camp Boho South - Northcote High School

Strathbogie

131

116

Karingal Park Secondary College - Camp Mahaikah Mansfield

Camp Cooinda

Bairnsdale

Karoonda Park

Buchan

Camp Coolamatong

Bairnsdale

Kimgara Park Equestrian Centre

Werribee

107

Camp Cooriemungle

Port Campbell

138

Kinglake Ranges Wilderness Camp

Kinglake West 138, 143

Camp Coorong

Bairnsdale

70, 72

108

Koala Park Resort

Cowes

Camp Curumbene

Rochester

120, 121

Koolamurt Park Scout Camp

Bendigo

Camp Getaway

Bendigo

Lady Northcote Recreation Camp

Bacchus Marsh

Camp Macleod Lake Eppalock

Bendigo

100

Lake Cullulleraine RSL Holiday Park

Mildura

Camp Manyung

Mornington

Lake Dewar Lodge YMCA

Bacchus Marsh

127

Camp Narbethong

Marysville

117

Lake Nillahcootie Camp

Mansfield

Camp Rumbug at Foster North

Foster

Lake Tyers Camp and Caravan Park

Lakes Entrance 53, 74

Camp Waratah Bay

Foster

Camp Wilkin

Anglesea

Camp Wyuna

128 40

2, 115 140 67, 72 72

132

126, 127 84 2, 61 121 2, 84 132

101

Lake Waranga Caravan Park and Holiday Camp

Shepparton

121

97, 99

Lakewood Park

Paynesville

Queenscliff

2, 99

Licola Wilderness Village

Heyfield

Camp Xavier @ Buxton

Marysville

140

Little Desert Nature Lodge

Nhill

Camp Yumbunga

Bendigo

Log Cabin Christian Camp

Ballarat

56, 60

Campaspe Downs Country Resort

Kyneton

Lord Somers Camp

Hastings

129

Candlebark Farm

Healesville

141

139

Lyrebird Park

Lilydale

Cape Otway Ocean Lodge

Apollo Bay

Melbourne Discovery

Melbourne

Catherines Creek Camp

Warragul

68, 72

Melbourne Metro YHA

Melbourne

108

Cave Hill Creek

Beaufort

81, 83

Melbourne Oasis YHA

Melbourne

108

130

CEBS Camp Bindaree

Woori Yallock

141

Merricks Lodge

Hastings

114

Charnwood Outdoor Education Centre

Benalla

131

118

Merrijig Lodge and High Country Horses

Mansfield

Claremont Guest House

Melbourne

Miami Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne

Club Lorne Outdoor Education Camp

Lorne

140

Coastal Forest Lodge

Angelsea

Millgrove Outdoor Education Centre - Melbourne High School

Warburton

143

Mirrabooka Brownie Cottage

Geelong

100

Mountain View Holiday Retreat

Bright

133

105, 106 96, 99 96, 100

131

Cooinda Lodge

Gembrook

141

Coolamatong Lake Camp

Bairnsdale

119

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114, 116 143 104, 107

53, 117 132 106, 108

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Mt Cathedral Lodge

NEARBY PAGE TOWN NO. Marysville/Alexandra 144

INDEX NO. 159

High Plains Catering

Mt Evelyn Recreation Camp YMCA

Lilydale

2, 144

160

Interactive EdVentures

143

Mt Morton Conference Centre

Belgrave

138, 144

161

Off Road Cycling Adventures

149

Narmbool Environmental Discovery Camps

Ballarat

80, 84

162

People Outdoors

150

Norval Lodge and House

Stawell

53, 90

163

Phillips Financial Services P/L

144

Oasis Camp Inc.

Mt. Evelyn

144

164

PowerDirect

Pax Hill Scout Camp (Scout Assoc of Ballarat)

Ballarat

165

Preferred Supplier Group Australasia

150

102

Pental Island Caravan Park

Swan Hill

122

166

ROAM Adventures

151

109

Phillip Island Adventure Resort

Cowes

4, 127

167

Rogerson Kenny Business Accountants

151

110

Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp

Cowes

2, 127

168

Ron Ellis Recreational Camps

151

145

Polana - Polish Association in Melbourne Inc.

Healesville

145

169

Sleepmaker

146

Ponyland Equestrian Centre

Yarra Glen

145

170

Steelfast Trampolines / Mr Trampoline

Portland Bay Lodge

Portland

53, 101

171

Sunbelt Advantage

152

Rawson Village

Moe

70, 75

172

Victorian Touring Coaches

152

103

River Village Motel & Holiday Units

Echuca

122

173

Wesfarmers Kleenheat Gas Pty Ltd

152

Rose's Gap Recreation Centre

Stawell

88, 90

INDEX NO. 141 142

NAME

NEARBY TOWN

PAGE NO. 149 53, 149

147, 150 150

151 152, 164

Rowallan Recreation & Adventure Camp

Riddells Creek

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Rowallan Rotary Sheila Cameron Camp

Riddells Creek

Anapana Ridge

Perth

155

147

Rubicon Outdoor Centre

Alexandra

145

Forest Edge Recreation Camp

Mandurah

155

Rutherford Park Country Retreat

Daylesford

58, 61

Pemberton Camp School

Pemberton

155

Scienceworks Museum

Melbourne

108

Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre

Fremantle

155

120

Snowy River Camp

Albury/Wodonga 130, 133

Sokil

Aireys Inlet

Southcombe Lodge

Port Fairy

96, 101 101

Sovereign Hill Lodge

104

Strathbogie Campsite (St Albans Secondary College) Euroa

Ballarat

80, 85 122

148

Stringybark Lodge

Gembrook

145

Sunnystones Country Retreat

Bacchus Marsh

Tandara Lutheran Camp

Halls Gap

149

The Jungai Centre

Thornton

146

150

The Log Cabin Ranch

Monbulk

139, 146

121

The Old Priory

Beechworth

130, 133

The Portsea Camp

Portsea

113, 117

Tisdall Lodge

Walhalla

Underbank Stud

Bacchus Marsh

Urban Camp Melbourne Co-operative Ltd

Melbourne

109

122

Valley Homestead

Myrtleford

133

Victorian Blue Light Youth Camps Inc.

Maldon

Weekaway Recreational Camp

Lancefield

Wesley Point Camp & Conference Centre

Bendigo

Whitley College (The Baptist College of Victoria)

Melbourne

Outdoors WA

156

People Outdoors

156

EASY FINDER INDEX

WESTERN AUSTRALIA - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES

85 59, 62 85 109

Wollangarra Outdoor Education Centre

Heyfield

151

Wombat Corner

Emerald

146

152

Wonga Park Conference Centre

Croydon

146

Woorabinda School Camp Inc.

Yallourn North

Wootton Lodge Educational Centre - Yarra Valley Grammar

Heyfield

159

VICTORIA - OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS & SERVICES 153

Adventure Guides Australia (Training Innovations)

147

154

Alternative Motivation Life Academy

148

155

Auscamp

148

156

Cape Otway Lightstation

148

157

Evolve at Typo Station

148

158

Fall Safe Australia Pty Ltd

149

GUIDE TO CAMPS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROVIDERS

SMALL GROUPS GUIDE Going away in small groups While most of the sites in this Guide are intended for large groups, many can take small groups of 10-25. Actual services and availability varies from site to site and depends on the nature of facilities, the time of year and the willingness of groups to share. INDEX NAME NO. NEW SOUTH WALES 2 Baden Powell Scout Centre 3 Barker College, The Grange 4 Biloela Living Environment Centre 5 Blue Gum Lodge 6 Camp Longbeach 8 Cataract Scout Park 9 Challenge Ranch 10 Cooba Sport and Education Centre 11 Four Post Camp 12 Kianinny Outdoor Education Centre 14 Mangrove Mountain Retreat 15 Manna Park Pty Ltd 16 Midginbil Hill O.E.C. 17 Mowbray Park Farm Holidays 18 Sydney Olympic Park Lodge 19 Vision Valley 20 Warrumbungles Holiday Camp 21 Wymah Valley Retreat

SMALL GROUPS GUIDE

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You should check with the camp about programs and services. Small groups may not be able to get the same range of services and programs available to larger groups. NEARBY TOWN

SMALL GROUP STATEMENT

PHONE NO.

Sydney Katoomba Moss Vale Springwood Bateman's Bay Appin Gosford Berridale Deniliquin Merimbula Gosford Merimbula Murwillumbah Picton Paramatta Dural Coonabarabran Albury

Small groups by arrangement. Small groups by arrangement. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. Small groups by arrangement. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for sole use/shared use. Small groups by arrangement. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement.

02 9484 2278 02 9847 8399 02 4869 6766 02 8268 3366 02 4472 7200 02 4631 2441 02 4372 1221 02 6456 3150 03 5881 5518 02 6494 1990 02 9655 2600 02 6495 0063 02 6679 7033 02 4680 9243 02 9714 7345 02 9655 2600 02 6842 3400 02 6020 3236

NORTHERN TERRITORY 1 Berry Springs Lakes Holiday Resort

Berry Springs

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

08 8988 6277

QUEENSLAND 1 Apex Camp Mudjimba 3 Camp Goodenough 4 Echo Adventure and Cultural Camp 5 Edmund Park Adventure Education 7 Lions Camp Duckadang 8 Maranatha Recreation Camp 9 Midginbil Hill O.E.C. 10 Minjerribah Holiday Camp

Maroochydore Tweed Heads Cairns Laidley Kilcoy Yandina Murwillumbah Cleveland

Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. Small groups by arrangement.

07 5448 7637 07 5590 9614 0428 264 494 07 5466 7136 07 5424 8122 07 5446 7157 02 6679 7033 07 3409 9445

Victor Harbor McLaren Vale Mannum Bridgewater Gawler Port Pirie Mount Barker McLaren Vale Whyalla Adelaide Adelaide Adelaide Wirrabarra Robe Stirling Hamley Bridge

Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small

groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups

by by by by by by by by by by by by by by by by

arrangement for arrangement for arrangement. arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement. arrangement.

08 8552 1657 08 8556 3444 08 8570 8043 08 8339 3237 08 8414 3000 08 8662 2249 08 8388 9343 08 8418 0900 08 8646 2109 08 8418 0900 08 8414 3000 08 8278 1883 08 8414 3000 08 8767 3124 08 8339 3333 08 8528 2250

Devonport Devonport Triabunna Kingston Brighton

Small Small Small Small Small

groups groups groups groups groups

by by by by by

arrangement. arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for arrangement for

SOUTH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 15 16 18 19

AUSTRALIA Adare Camping & Conference Centre Aldinga Beach Holiday Park Ankara Youth Camp Arbury Park Outdoor School Barossa Valley YHA Camp Willochra Crystal Lake Camp Douglas Scrub - Girl Guides SA Errappa Blue Light Camp GTS Dolphin Water Activities Centre Mylor YHA Nunyara Conference Centre Southern Flinders YHA Tarooki Campsite Woodhouse Activity Centre YMCA Glenhaven Park

TASMANIA 1 Camp Banksia 2 Camp Boomerang 3 Gumleaves Recreation Camp 4 The Lea Scout Centre 5 Woodfield Centre

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ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

If you have a small group, call the sites listed below and explore how they meet your needs. Details of each camp are provided in the full listings.

sole use. sole use. shared use. sole use. sole use. sole use. shared use. shared use. sole use. sole use. shared use. sole use. sole use.

shared use. shared use. sole use. shared use.

03 03 03 03 03

6428 6428 6244 6229 6268

6121 7226 8147 6292 6187

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INDEX NAME NO. VIC - DAYLESFORD AND THE MACEDON RANGES

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

NEARBY TOWN

SMALL GROUP STATEMENT

PHONE NO.

03 5348 2525

Boomerang Holiday Ranch

Daylesford

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

Lady Northcote Recreation Camp

Bacchus Marsh

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5369 2224

Rowallan Recreation & Adventure Camp

Riddells Creek

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5428 6509

Rutherford Park Country Retreat

Daylesford

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5345 7457

Underbank Stud

Bacchus Marsh

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5367 5300

Weekaway Recreational Camp

Lancefield

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5429 1503

VIC - GIPPSLAND 12

A'Beckett Park

Paynesville

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5968 1739

Allambee Camp

Warragul

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5634 4221

Camp Balook - Westall Secondary College

Yarram

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 9546 3233

Camp Coolamatong

Bairnsdale

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5156 6511

Camp Coorong

Bairnsdale

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5156 6644

Catherines Creek Camp

Warragul

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5634 4279

Coonawarra Farm Resort

Bairnsdale

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5157 6315

Forest Lodge Farm

Yarram

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5184 1264

Karoonda Park

Buchan

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5155 0220

Lake Tyers Camp and Caravan Park

Lakes Entrance

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5156 5530

Lakewood Park

Paynesville

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5156 6395

Licola Wilderness Village

Heyfield

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5148 8791

Rawson Village

Moe

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5165 3200

Tisdall Lodge

Walhalla

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5165 6282

Woorabinda School Camp Inc.

Yallourn North

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5167 1458

VIC - GOLDFIELDS 36

Adekate Forest Lodge

Ballarat

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5356 4241

Baanya Biami

Anakie

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5360 8284

Camp Getaway

Bendigo

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5439 7228

Camp Macleod Lake Eppalock

Bendigo

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5439 2558

Camp Yumbunga

Bendigo

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 9756 6891

Crystal Lake Cabins

Ballarat

Small groups by arrangement for sole use of all facilities. 0414 538 131

Eastern Hill Camp Creswick

Koolamurt Park Scout Camp

Creswick

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5345 2996

Bendigo

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5448 5858

Log Cabin Christian Camp

Narmbool Environmental Discovery Camps

Ballarat

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5345 2756

Ballarat

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

Pax Hill Scout Camp (Scout Assoc of Ballarat)

03 5337 1176

Ballarat

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5331 4956

Sovereign Hill Lodge

Victorian Blue Light Youth Camps Inc.

Ballarat

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5333 1159

Maldon

Small groups by arrangement.

Wesley Point Camp & Conference Centre

03 5475 2033

Bendigo

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5439 2532

VIC - GRAMPIANS 52

Brauer College - Dunkeld Camp

Dunkeld

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5560 3888

Camp Acacia

Stawell

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5356 4241

Grampians Retreat

Hamilton

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5577 2257

Little Desert Nature Lodge

Nhill

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5391 5232

Norval Lodge and House

Stawell

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5356 4241

Rose's Gap Recreation Centre

Stawell

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5359 5264

Tandara Lutheran Camp

Halls Gap

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5356 4253

VIC - GREAT OCEAN ROAD 59

Angahook Holiday Camp

Aireys Inlet

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5289 6774

Anglesea Recreation Camp

Anglesea

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5263 1512

Araluen Lutheran Camp

Anglesea

Smaller groups by arrangement.

03 5263 3337

Brucknell Park Scout Camp

Warrnambool

Small groups by arrangement.

03 5566 5205

Burnside Camp

Anglesea

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5263 1600

Camp Cooriemungle

Port Campbell

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5598 7254

Camp Wilkin

Anglesea

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5263 3222

Cape Otway Ocean Lodge

Apollo Bay

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5237 9272

Coastal Forest Lodge

Angelsea

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5263 1300

Kangaroobie

Port Campbell

Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

03 5598 8151

Mirrabooka Brownie Cottage

Geelong

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5253 1628

Portland Bay Lodge

Portland

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5356 4241

Sokil

Aireys Inlet

Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5288 7393

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SMALL GROUPS GUIDE INDEX NAME NO. VIC - MELBOURNE 76 Adventure Melbourne YHA 77 Claremont Guest House 78 Edmund Rice Centre - Amberley 80 Kimgara Park Equestrian Centre 81 Melbourne Discovery 85 Scienceworks Museum 86 Urban Camp Melbourne Co-operative Ltd 87 Whitley College (The Baptist College of Victoria)

ACA ACCREDITATION STATUS

VIC - MORNINGTON PENINSULA 89 Bayplay Lodge & Adventure Tours 92 Don Bosco Camp 94 Iluka Campsite 96 Merricks Lodge 97 The Portsea Camp VIC - MURRAY 98 Billabong Ranch 100 Lake Cullulleraine RSL Holiday Park 102 Pental Island Caravan Park 103 River Village Motel & Holiday Units 104 Strathbogie Campsite (St Albans Secondary College) VIC - PHILLIP ISLAND 106 Glen Forbes School Camp 107 Grantville Lodge 108 Koala Park Resort 110 Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp

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VIC - VICTORIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HIGH COUNTRY 111 15 Mile Creek Camp 112 Barjarg Lodge 113 Camp Boho South - Northcote High School 114 Charnwood Outdoor Education Centre 115 Howmans Gap Alpine Centre 116 Karingal Park Secondary College - Camp Mahaikah 117 Lake Nillahcootie Camp 118 Merrijig Lodge and High Country Horses 119 Mountain View Holiday Retreat 121 The Old Priory 122 Valley Homestead VIC - YARRA VALLEY AND DANDENONG RANGES 123 Adanac CYC 125 Arrabri Lodge Educational Camp 126 Britannia Park 127 Camp Narbethong 128 Camp Xavier @ Buxton 130 CEBS Camp Bindaree 133 Douglas Donald Recreation Centre 134 E.S.A. Camping & Conference Centre 136 Gilwell Park 138 Kinglake Ranges Wilderness Camp 140 Millgrove Outdoor Education Centre - Melbourne High School 141 Mt Cathedral Lodge 143 Mt Morton Conference Centre 145 Polana - Polish Association in Melbourne Inc. 146 Ponyland Equestrian Centre 147 Rubicon Outdoor Centre 150 The Log Cabin Ranch 151 Wombat Corner WESTERN AUSTRALIA 1 Anapana Ridge 2 Forest Edge Recreation Camp 3 Pemberton Camp School 4 Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre

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NEARBY TOWN

SMALL GROUP STATEMENT

PHONE NO.

Melbourne Melbourne Lower Plenty Werribee Melbourne Melbourne Melbourne

Small Small Small Small Small Small Small Small

groups groups groups groups groups groups groups groups

by by by by by by by by

03 9642 5417 03 9826 8000 03 9439 8282 03 9748 1219 1800 447 687 03 9392 4800 03 9328 2818 03 9340 8015

Sorrento Dromana Balnarring Village Hastings Portsea

Small Small Small Small Small

groups groups groups groups groups

by arrangement. for sole use in beach house. by arrangement. by arrangement for sole use. by arrangement for shared use.

Echuca Mildura Swan Hill Echuca Euroa

Small groups by arrangement. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. Small groups by arrangement. Small groups by arrangement for shared use. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

03 5483 5122 03 5028 2226 03 5032 2071 03 5480 6039 03 9366 2555

Grantville Grantville Cowes Cowes

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CAMP LIFE AND SPIRITUALITY

By Bill Harback

Educators and businesses have adopted the clerical concepts of pastoral care, mission, ethics and value statements, with passion and commitment. These bodies have taken on board the implementation of these concepts into the work place and teaching centres, with the ultimate goal of instilling vision and purpose. I believe the chaplaincy program in schools has on a whole been a huge success, giving support to staff and students who are struggling with issues often beyond their capacity to cope. A residential camp provides an ideal environment to address the issues of bullying along with the consequences and rewards of challenging behaviour; developing survival skills to manage behaviour and promote healthy living and eating for kids. These experiences can help bridge the hurdles and consequently promote good choices and decision making. The question may arise, is it nurture or nature that inherently influences well being? Some would argue that we have an instinct for rebellion and that our personal quest for self discovery, acceptance and success can be satisfied by a personal, spiritual encounter.

I believe that there are seven motivational gifts given from birth which are: insight or vision, teaching, facilitation or leadership, giving, serving, encouragement and mercy. I believe that these can be further divided into three major categories of head, hands and heart. Camp life has the framework to help the individual discover their own gifts so that each person has a positive direction in life. It helps relationship development and can assist the sort of skills and interests that students may possess in order to pursue a particular career path. Camp is where the universe comes alive. It's a place where we leave minimum impact on our wilderness, where ecology teaches balance in our world and where we desire to minimise our carbon footprint. The camp environment encourages concern with asset management where campers provide a kaleidoscope of social and spiritual capital that will influence society for a life time and beyond. Help your campers discover their purpose and place in their world by encouraging them to find the way, the truth and the life. Bill Harback is the director of Woodfield Centre in Tasmania. He is a former member Australian Institute of training and development and a former member of local government. He was awarded Citizen of the Year 1988 and currently serves on parish council at Edge Anglican. He is married with three grown up children and five grandchildren.

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The camp environment is conducive to a holistic approach to learning, encapsulating body, soul and spirit within the human experience. Another approach to defining these three aspects is our survival in the world, acceptance of ourselves and our relationship with God. It is widely recognised that the nourishment of all areas of our being is essential for the total appreciation of who we are, why we are here and what our future might look like. Living in community at camp legitimises our need for fellowship and co-operative co habitation, modelling on the protection of an idealistic family unit.

Camps can have a positive influence on children's growth physically, mentally and emotionally by promoting co-operative effort and building resilience in the face of and after difficult circumstances.

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CAMPING - A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES How the Camping Experience is Used in other parts of the World By Bill Oakley

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As dedicated campers we know the value of the camping experience, and how it contributes to the personal development of - particularly - young people in Australia. Camping, with its focus on learning and doing things together, in a natural outdoor setting, has had a special part to play in building the kind of community and society we have in Australia. However, when we're involved in the daily hustle and bustle of kids in camp it's easy to overlook the power of the camping experience in shaping our community. There are few activities more universally used throughout the world as an agent for the development of young people and the building of community than organised camping. Throughout Eastern and Western Europe, Asia, North and South America, Africa and Australia group camping, particularly for children and young people, is an important part of community life. All share in the great contributions camping can make to the development of young people - greater independence through building competence; tolerance and cooperation through working, living and playing together; health and vigour through activity in a natural outdoor setting; and fun! While much is universal in the camping experience, there are subtle differences in the way camping is used from country to country and region to region around the world. Observing and studying these differences can perhaps open our minds to new and different ways to use and develop camping here in Australia. Here are some examples of the different ways camping is used around the world. In Japan, where most of the population live squeezed into huge highrise cities, camping has always had a strong emphasis on nature and nature study. It is often attached to the school curriculum, and focuses on getting children out of their “concrete jungle” environment and back into nature. Many people believe that due to growing up in the westernised economic miracle that is post World War II Japan; Japanese youth are losing much of their culture and tradition, along with their sense of what it is to be Japanese. Without the support of a strong “native” culture it is felt young people are adrift in a turbulent sea without a strong moral anchor. The Japanese set about using camping as a method of recapturing and re-teaching the arts, crafts and customs of their culture, and with it the values and morals as well. Where did the Japanese turn for help? To Canada! North America is seen as the pioneer in the development of Summer Camp - holiday camps run for children over the long weeks of the summer break in schooling. It grew out of the late (very) Victorian attitude that learning and worthwhile activity for children should not stop simply because school was out.

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Over the last century this has grown in North America to a huge industry where thousands of camps cater for hundreds of thousands of children going to camp over the ten week summer break. Many of these camps are almost idle for the rest of the year. This is virtually the mirror image of the situation for many camps here in Australia where school outdoor education camps are the mainstay of their business, and they are empty during the holidays. In the United States this had led to the development of many special purpose camps with particular, narrow focussed programmes addressing particular activities or groups of children. (More details of these will appear later) In Canada, however, the development of camping has followed a much more traditional line. Camping is seen as an important way in which Canadian youngsters can preserve and develop affinity with the lakes, forests and mountains of Canada's magnificent outdoor environment. Traditional activities like canoeing, hiking, fishing and campfires abound in the Canadian camping programme. What better place for the Japanese to go to learn how to regain and develop the traditional aspects of their culture through camping. In some countries camping has developed around a Government initiative to help young people. In Greece around the middle of last century, the government found that over 50 years of almost constant war and civil strife had left a civilian population wearied by war, sickly and malnourished. Children were measurably smaller and less healthy than they had been in previous generations. The Government resolved to

In Malaysia a new camping industry based around a government initiative is just getting underway. The Malaysian Government is instigating a form of civilian national service for 18 year olds. The programme has several aims; to provide personal development for young people both physical and mental; to develop a sense of community obligation in young people; but perhaps most important, to help break down the racial barriers in the Malaysian community between Indians, Chinese and Malay. The programme includes at least a month in camp for everyone. The Government is entering into contracts with would be camp operators which will enable them to borrow the necessary funds to build a camp. After around 5 years of hard work and not much return, these operators will own their camp and will be able to go on and earn a good living from its continued operation. The programme presently operates for about 20% of Malaysian youth, and will gradually increase to 100% as the necessary resources are developed. In many of the countries of Western Europe camping for the children of employees is provided at a subsidised rate as an employee benefit. Often the level of subsidy decreases as the employee's salary increases. Employees are offered a range of camping options for their children covering from 5 year olds to teenagers; from short

and simple camps nearby to sophisticated holidays in other countries. Some camps are operated by the employer; some by trade unions, and some are privately operated and contract to the various employers. Camp programmes are offered for all the major holiday periods. But it is in the United States where the variety and range of special purpose camps covers almost every spectrum of life. There are camps owned and operated by universities as sort of real life social laboratories where programmes supporting a huge range of social phenomena are developed and tested. There are camps supporting kids and adults with all kinds of disabilities. There are camps for children with terminal illness; camps to support those who are grieving; camps to support every kind of sport; and even camps to help you lose weight! We visited a space camp where campers launched their own rocket; studied the stars at night through an array of sophisticated telescopes, and grappled with the challenges of building something in weightless conditions, in the middle of a swimming pool. There was a science and computer camp where kids designed, built and operated a remote controlled robot; and a conservation and environment camp based on a three mast schooner. There is no doubt that during the camp experience kids can do some powerful learning, about themselves and others and the world around them. Camp is an important part of the Australian way of life. It's interesting to see how much a part of life camping is in so many other places around the world, and how, in other countries, they use camping to help kids grow.

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provide every child with a three week camp away from polluted cities, and with plenty of nourishing and wholesome food. Camps sprang up in beach and forest locations; catering for many hundreds at a time; and squeezing three three-week camps into the ten week summer vacation. Most of these camps are closed for the rest of the year.

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