Australian Camps Association Guide to Camps & Associated Providers - 2023

EASY FINDER INDEX

‘MORE PEOPLE OUTDOORS MORE OFTEN

This annual Guide is produced by the Australian Camps Association (ACA), the national peak body for camps and associated providers. We strongly believe that participation in supported outdoor experiences through camps and led adventure activities leads to happier and healthier lives.

The ACA was formed in 2005 through the amalgamation of the Camping Associations of Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Queensland. The ACA represents the interests of residential camp owners/operators, outdoor program providers and camp users. Our purpose is to bring these interests together by helping develop our member’s business capacity together with their capacity to deliver excellent programs to people from all walks of life.

Today we provide information, resources, services and training to hundreds of members throughout Australia.

The ACA endorses the Quality Tourism Framework – Camps & Adventure Accreditation (QTF - CAA): www.qualitytourismaustralia.com which has a special focus on camp and adventure activity provider accreditation. Any camp or operator displaying this logo has been accredited as a QTF - CAA and you can be sure that their programs, procedures and facilities meet set standards.

The ACA also operates People Outdoors: www.peopleoutdoors.org.au, experts in providing outdoor experiences for people living with disability. The ACA is a registered NDIS service provider and is accredited with the QTF - CAA.

Programs include overnight through to week-long camps and provide people living with disability the opportunity to experience the social and developmental benefits of adventure outdoors. Our programs only operate at ACA member camps that are accredited with the QTF - CAA program. People Outdoors programs are outcomes focused and are all about fun, personal development, social connection and enjoying the great outdoors.

The ACA also offers the Great Getaways: https://auscamps.asn.au/campsactivities/camps-over-55s, residential camp programs specifically designed for people over the age of 55. Great Getaways are all about having fun whilst being active in the outdoors and of course enjoying the company of like-minded people. Our Great Getaways motto is “Indoor comfort – outdoor fun!”

INTERESTED IN JOINING THE ACA?

Members of the ACA work together to promote camp and outdoor adventure programs and their benefits to government, schools and community groups across the nation. Along with supporting this important work, members have access to a wide range of benefits and services, including free profile in this Guide.

Contact our Membership Manager, Stephen Hamilton, to find out more by phone 03 9863 6822 or email: membership@auscamps.asn.au

CONTACT US P 03 9863 6822 E info@auscamps.asn.au W auscamps.asn.au

CORPORATE ONE 84 Hotham Street, Preston VIC 3072

*The Victorian Department of Education & Training (DET) requires all Victorian government schools to use accredited camps only for camps involving overnight stays.

ACA MEMBERS ARE READY TO ASSIST YOU WITH YOUR CAMP OR OUTDOOR ACTIVITY PROGRAM!

Our members regularly host a variety of groups such as; faith-based groups, sporting clubs, family reunions, birthdays and weddings, special interest groups and clubs, older adults, people living with disability, corporate groups and overseas groups – as well as consistently hosting primary and secondary school students for outdoor education and led outdoor experiences.

The ACA provides resources that support member camps and led outdoor activity providers to be able to produce the best possible experience for all groups. This includes helping the site or activity provider in becoming more inclusive, improving facilities, developing program outcomes and complying with best practice, particularly with regards to health and safety.

Australians have worked together to look after the collective health of our nation over the past 18 months. Throughout this time, there have been many challenges and stresses associated with social isolation, finances and mental health that has been faced by the wider community.

Research shows very clearly that camp programs are highly effective in reducing anxiety and increasing social connection. What better way to re-connect with friends, colleagues and classmates than to get together in a beautiful setting and enjoy shared experiences – be that around the camp fire, out on a lake in a canoe, or taking part in an exciting high ropes course activity.

Our member camps offer clean and comfortable accommodation, great activities led by trained staff and catering options that can meet all dietary needs and choices. They are invariably located in some of Australia’s most beautiful regional areas, so why not make a trip of it and use a camp as a base to visit local attractions?

Apart from representing the best camps in the country, the ACA is also proud to represent some of Australia’s most experienced outdoor activity providers in our membership.

If you are looking for who can lead your group in outdoor activities such as canoeing, climbing, cycling or bushwalking, there is an ACA member who is ready to make it possible.

The Australian Camps Association (ACA) aims to assist groups of all types and backgrounds find the right camp venue for their needs.

LOOKING FOR A CAMP, OR INFORMATION ABOUT PLANNING A RESIDENTIAL CAMP?

There are two ways to find your ideal camp or outdoor activity provider. The first involves endless internet searches, lots of phone calls and lots of emails. The second way is much easier – simply use this Guide or the ACA’s free booking enquiry service on our home page at www.auscamps.asn.au. All of the camps and activity providers that meet your criteria will get back to you directly with availability, prices and general information.

The ACA has a history going back more than 30 years, and with that history comes great experience. Our experience is at your service to help you prepare for and run a fantastic camp that provides your group with the best venue, content and outcomes.

Visit our website, email us at info@auscamps.asn.au or call 03 9863 6822 to discuss your needs.

I’VE HAD A GREAT TIME AT CAMP WHAT NEXT?

The ACA works closely with all Australian state peak bodies representing outdoor recreation and outdoor learning throughout Australia. If you have enjoyed canoeing on camp (for example) and you want to learn more, contact us and we can direct you to the right organisation.

We also have an extensive online library of resources related to residential camps, available only to our members. If you would like to learn more about this, or to hear about the full range of ACA member benefits, please contact our Membership Manager, Stephen Hamilton, at membership@auscamps.asn.au

The ACA endorses the Quality Tourism Framework (QTF): www.qualitytourismaustralia.com which has a special focus on Camp and Adventure Activity (CAA) provider accreditation. Any camp or operator displaying these logos has been accredited with the QTF and you can be sure that their programs, procedures and facilities are of a high standard.

For nearly 20 years tourism accreditation has been supporting best practice across Australia. Thousands of operators today distinguish themselves by displaying the recognised green and gold logo.

In this ACA Guide to Camps & Associated Providers you may find the new Quality Tourism Accredited Business logo alongside the original Australian Tourism Accredited Business logo.

Be assured both logos represent the same assurance of quality!

Feel alive

New South Wales is a vast playground crammed with adventure and nature. From glittering snowfields to eerie outback, from a roaring bonfire to a thundering waterfall, from mountain highs to stunning harbour, it’s camp heaven. And it’s been far too long!

IT’S TIME FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS.

PREPARE YOUR STUDENTS FOR THE FUTURE

MEANINGFUL AND POWERFUL OUTDOOR LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Outdoor education is more vital than ever. Now is the perfect time to expand your existing outdoor program or introduce outdoor learning to your school.

With over 37 years of experience and camps across Australia, The Outdoor Education Group remove the burden of organising school camp from you. We have the right program for your school community.

We provide dynamic and unforgettable outdoor education programs supporting your students in becoming future-ready.

AGH SYDNEY

Privately owned.

TOWN: DOUGLAS PARK

SETTING: Situated South of Sydney on the banks of the Nepean River.

ACCESSIBILITY: All areas of the main campsite and activity areas are accessible.

ACCOMMODATION: 296 beds in Dormitory and Lodges and 20 individual ensuited rooms. All bathrooms under same roof as accommodation and all rooms have reverse cycle air conditioning.

CATERING: Full and self catering options available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, multiple indoor recreation rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High ropes, climbing wall/tower, abseiling tower, canoeing/kayaking, archery, flying fox, archery tag, sky cycle, gorge swing, swimming pool, quick drop, survivor challenge, dangling duo, fencing, raft building, bush craft.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available for school and weekend/holiday groups.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Close to Douglas Park train station and Douglas Park oval and a short drive to Campbelltown Shopping precinct.

CONTACT AGH - Camps 0477 069 957 office@aghcamps.com.au aghcamps.com.au

CAMP WOMBAROO

TOWN: HIGH RANGE

SETTING: 50ha secluded bush and paddock venue adjoining state forest with full range of adventure activities.

ACCESSIBILITY: Some adaptations in place. Preview visit is recommended.

ACCOMMODATION: 140 beds in heated multi bunked cabins sleeping 4-8 each including separate ensuite twin bedroom leader accom.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40. Min charge applies.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room with bi-fold door separation to large conference room for 100+ with AV system. Additional meeting rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High ropes, giant swing, flying fox, initiative course, orienteering, vertical challenge, archery, BBQ and picnic areas, campfire, offsite abseiling, bushwalking, wilderness camping, raft building and canoeing.

ATTRACTIONS: Mount Jellore Flora Reserve, Fitzroy Falls National Park, Local Wineries and Gardens, Bradman Museum.

FURTHER INFORMATION: Activity staff available.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Reception

162 Black Spring Road, High Range NSW 2575 1800 888 900

wombaroo@oeg.edu.au oeg.edu.au

ATTUNGA

Not-for-profit.

TOWN: CANYONLEIGH

SETTING: 300 spectacular high country acres surrounded by thousands of acres of National Park on 3 sides.

ACCESSIBILITY: Limited.

ACCOMMODATION: 140 in the main centre ‘Attunga’ plus small groups of up to 18 in ‘Scarborough Farmhouse’.

CATERING: Home style cooked meals and our signature cookies baked daily.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Min hire fee applies.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Well equipped meeting room with AC and heating. Large recreation barn for games, concerts and activities. Heated rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: New outdoor amphitheater. Coffee shop and lounge area. Spectacular bonfire area, horse riding, ziplines, giant swing, powerfan, heated pool and spa. Visit attunga.org/activities

OTHER INFORMATION: Over 10km of scenic bushwalking and horse riding tracks on the property. The summit of Mt Penang is 30 mins walk from camp through the National Park. Many scenic lookouts and beautiful sunrise and sunset views.

CONTACT Bookings

2151 Tugalong Road, Canyonleigh NSW 2577 02 4878 9390 bookings@attunga.org attunga.org

CAMP YARRAMUNDI

Owned and managed by YMCA NSW. TOWN: YARRAMUNDI

SETTING: 16ha bushland setting Grose River. ACCOMMODATION: 280. Dorm style cabins, self contained group leader’s accom. Disability access cabins. Linen service available. All cabins air conditioned and heated.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining hall, recreation hall, basketball, volleyball, stage, PA system, TV, DVD, data projector.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Abseiling, alpine rescue, archery, bushcraft, giant swing, high and low ropes courses, initiatives, night activities, orienteering, rock climbing, flying fox, artificial caving, volleyball, sports equipment, swimming pool, oval, bush chapel, outdoor seating areas, BBQ area.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff/outdoor education staff available.

BADEN POWELL ACTIVITY CENTRE

Managed by Scouts NSW.

TOWN: PENNANT HILLS Adventure Activity Centre set on bush site next to Lane Cove National Park in Sydney. Enjoy outdoor adventure activities, schools camp program and meeting spaces.

SETTING: 26ha bushland setting.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 120 in various layouts. Mostly dormitory style.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 10+ by arrangement.

CATERING: Self catering facilities available. Full catering by arrangement.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Various sized conference rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Great outdoor space and activities including low ropes course, crate stacking, leap of faith, pioneering, orienteering, bushwalking nature trails, high ropes, scavenger hunt, damper cooking, team building activities, camp cooking.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Pennant Hills Park, tennis, cricket, football, netball, Lane Cove National Park, Sydney Olympic Park. City centre only 25km. 15 minute walk to train station.

CONTACT Baden-Powell Activity Centre

Pomona Street, Pennant Hills NSW 2120 02 9484 2278

bpscbookings@nsw.scouts.com.au bpsc.nsw.scouts.com.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camp Yarramundi Springwood Road, Yarramundi NSW 2753 02 4776 1037 admin.yarramundi@ymcansw.org.au ymcansw.org.au/camping

CATARACT ACTIVITY CENTRE

Managed by Scouts NSW.

TOWN: APPIN

Adventure Activity Centre set on large bush site. Large range of outdoor adventure activities, schools camp program and meeting spaces.

SETTING: 163ha protected bushland.

ACCOMMODATION: 362. 16 rooms in 4 lodges each accommodating 6 per room. 10 dormitories accommodating 24 each side. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds. 10 camping sites available, each accommodating about 1,800 people.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20+ by arrangement. CATERING: 2 commercial kitchens/dining hall available for full service and 1 to hire for self catering minimum numbers 30+ (induction qualifications needed). We also have camp kitchen/dining halls available to hire for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, dining/activity area, specialist rooms, indoor sports/games equipment.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ hire, picnic area, undercover areas, high ropes course, abseiling, initiatives activities, flying fox, giant swing, archery, campfire area, waterslide, 2 large activity sheds, Challenge Valley obstacle course.

CONTACT Cataract Activity Centre Baden-Powell Drive, Appin NSW 2560 02 4631 6697

cspbookings@nsw.scouts.com.au cataract.nsw.scouts.com.au

MIDGINBIL SCHOOL CAMP

Family owned and operated.

TOWN: MIDGINBIL

SETTING: Situated on 400 acres of lush farm land, bordered by the rainforests of the Tweed Valley, just 2hrs south of Brisbane, 45mins drive south of Coolangatta and 3hrs north of Coffs Harbour.

ACCESSIBILITY: Available on request.

ACCOMMODATION: 110+. Bunkhouse sleeps 68, lodge rooms sleep 50. All rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Camping available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40. Surcharge for groups under 40.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Barn, homestead, 2 kitchens, amenities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Pool, tennis court, volley ball, fire pit areas, adventure, nature and team activities.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Night Cap and Wollumbin National Parks, Mt Warning, Clarrie Hall Dam.

KIANINNY BUSH COTTAGES

Privately owned and operated.

TOWN: TATHRA

SETTING: Set on 100 acres of natural terrain 3km from the beach. The area is renowned for its beautiful rugged coastline, sheltered bays, lagoons, rivers and national parks.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 80 in group lodges, plus 60 in 24 cabins onsite. Each lodge contains 3 bunkhouse suites, each sleeping 8 to 10.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20.

CATERING: Full catering & kitchen hire available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room & function room. OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Raft building, night walk, orienteering, low ropes, beach volleyball, swimming pool, tennis court, basketball, table tennis.

OTHER INFORMATION: Kianinny encourages growth in students by building healthy and dynamic relationships using a combination of challenges, adventure, fun and reflection. Kianinny is fully committed to supporting students to build self-confidence while respecting the natural environment and each other. We provide experiences that offer physical, social, emotional and intellectual challenges that contribute to the growth and maturity of each individual.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Tathra Beach, Bournda National Park and Mimosa National Park.

CONTACT Kianinny Bush Cottages 246 Tathra Road, Tathra NSW 2550 02 6494 1990 info@kianinny.com.au kianinny.com.au

MOWBRAY PARK FARM HOLIDAYS

Privately owned.

TOWN: PICTON

SETTING: 70ha working farm (sheep and cattle).

ACCOMMODATION: Caters for up to 80 students plus 10 teachers/carers; multiple rooms across 2 lodges (private bathrooms for teachers). Bunk style accommodation (BYO linen and towels); blankets, doonas and pillows supplied. Both lodges have heating/cooling.

CATERING: Full catering is provided; special dietary needs accommodated.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, conference room (theatre), projector screen, washing machine, dryer, tuck/souvenir shop.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Animal nursery, boomerang throwing, whip cracking, bushwalk, horse and pony rides, canoeing, archery, tennis, swimming pool, sports field (soccer/rugby, beach volleyball, basketball hoop), damper, hayrides, sheep shearing, natural horsemanship demonstrations and hands on agricultural education experiences.

LAND’S EDGE FOUNDATION

Not-for-profit.

TOWN: MOSMAN

SETTING: Situated on Sydney Harbour, peaceful bushland setting next to Clifton Gardens Reserve with sheltered harbour pool.

ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair access.

ACCOMMODATION: Capacity of 75 people, with every room offering a view of Sydney Harbour. Rooms are spread over two levels and consist of 11 bunk bed-style rooms with a large communal bathroom on each level and 2 corner suites with 1x double bed and 1x single bed next to a single private bathroom. Linen hire available. Camping available on Cockatoo Island.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Groups of 20 or more (some smaller groups possible if sharing).

CATERING: Full or partial catering and self catering options available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Laundry, Wi-Fi, common/ dining room, separate meeting room for hire.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Indigenous cultural sessions, kayaking, paddle boards, rafting, kite making, snorkelling, playground at Clifton Gardens, day hikes, initiative/team building.

OTHER INFORMATION: Lodge manager onsite. Program staff available.

CONTACT Land’s Edge Foundation Chowder Bay Road, Mosman NSW 2088 02 9969 0038 info@landsedge.com.au landsedge.com.au

NRMA SYDNEY LAKESIDE HOLIDAY PARK

TOWN: NORTH NARRABEEN

SETTING: Sydney’s only waterfront holiday park. Nestled between renowned North Narrabeen surfing beach and tranquil waters of Narrabeen Lake.

ACCESSIBILITY: All building entrances, meeting room and specific accommodation rooms.

ACCOMMODATION: 75+ cabins including bunkhouses, bedrooms/bathrooms under same roof, linen supplied, pillows, blankets, doonas. Tent/caravan sites available with shared external bathrooms.

CATERING: Self catering and kitchen onsite, full catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Recreation room, guest laundry, AV equipment, Wi-Fi access, meeting room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Playground, waterpark, go karts, BBQ, camp kitchen.

OTHER INFORMATION: Secure accommodation with boom gate, COVID-19 safety plans and risk assessments.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Located onsite - Coastal Environmental Centre. Nearby SEA Australia (Surf Education programs), Zone Bowling, Mini Golf, Pittswater Sports Centre. Conveniently located just 29km from the Sydney CBD and iconic attractions Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Aquarium, Taronga Zoo.

CONTACT Melanie Diffey and Kate O’Brien

252 Midginbil Road, Midginbil NSW 2484 02 6679 7033

admin@midginbilecoresort.com.au midginbilecoresort.com.au

CONTACT Blair

745 Barkers Lodge Road, Picton NSW 2571

Phone: 02 4680 9243 Fax: 02 4680 9224 mowbray@farmstayholidays.com.au farmstayholidays.com.au schoolcampnsw.com.au

CONTACT Groups Reservations

38 Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen NSW 2101 1800 778 162

nrmaparksandresorts.com.au/sydney-lakeside groups@nrmaparks.com.au

THE GREAT AUSSIE BUSH CAMP

Private, family owned and operated. TOWN: TEA GARDENS AND KINCUMBER SETTING: Both centres are on 70 acres of bush and parkland setting.

ACCOMMODATION: At Tea Gardens we can accommodate up to 1,100 students across 7 different campsites with a range of options, from dormitories through to cabin style tents. At Kincumber we have 3 campsites totaling 330 beds in cabins and dorms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining rooms, recreation halls, indoor rock climbing, disco and more.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: We have a range of over 40 different outdoor activities including abseiling, canoeing, dual flying fox, giant swing, powerfan, high ropes, as well as offsite excursions to the national park for bushwalks and local beaches for sailing, sea kayaking and beach games.

OTHER INFORMATION: The Great Aussie Bush Camp is an allergy aware and Child Safe Organisation. We’re COVID SAFE!

CONTACT The Great Aussie Bush Camp PO Box 127, Tea Gardens NSW 2324 1800 887 717 aussie@bushcamp.com.au bushcamp.com.au

COASTLIFE ADVENTURES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Coastlife Adventures work collaboratively with schools to design, plan and deliver exceptional outdoor education programs on the south coast of New South Wales. Every program is customised to the client group with a focus on meeting curriculum outcomes and teaching essential ocean safety skills. Coastlife Adventures provide an all-inclusive service by combining transport, quality catering, comfortable accommodation and creative outdoor educations activities into one complete camp package.

Coastlife Adventures have been providing exciting outdoor education experiences to students from across NSW, the ACT and VIC for over 28 years. Client schools value the professional service, latest technology equipment and high-quality catering. Coastlife Adventures have an exemplary safety record and are committed to upholding this through the continual updating of risk management resources and safety response plans.

VISION VALLEY

Owned by Pymble Ladies’ College.

TOWN: ARCADIA

SETTING: 100 acres bushland setting in Arcadia near Berowra Waters NP, 50 mins from Sydney CBD.

ACCOMMODATION: 4 lodges sleeping 180 guests in total. Primarily quad share bunk rooms, with some twin share ensuite rooms. Camping sites available for up to 100 people.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Day visit 50 attendees. Exclusive use of Stringybark Lodge 42 attendees. Exclusive use of Main Valley 100 attendees.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. No self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/conference room, auditorium, classrooms, breakout spaces.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Dam, pools, waterslide, beach volleyball, outdoor stage, oval, camping areas, campfires, mountain biking, high ropes, abseiling/ rock climbing, initiatives course, bushwalking tracks.

OTHER INFORMATION: The Vision Valley staff are specialists in outdoor & experiential learning programs, designed for the age & stage of participants, offering a blend of adventure-based learning activities, with curriculum elements, leadership, & team building. Available for venue hire for groups catering to school aged children only. 24-hour site liaison.

CONTACT Guest Relations

7 Vision Valley Road, Arcadia NSW 2159 02 9855 7788 pymblelc.nsw.edu.au/pymble-life/visionvalley visionvalley@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au

ENCOMPASS OUTDOORS – GEES LAGOON FIELD STUDY PROGRAM

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Fieldwork programs, environmental and sustainability education, stimulating understanding through practical learning in locally relevant and ancestral environments. Gees Lagoon Field Study is a learning program focusing on local pressures affecting our vital wetlands area. The program takes learning from a classroom setting to an outdoors, hands on, sensory experience. The Gees Lagoon program highlights the ecological significance and environmental value of the lagoon and surrounding wetlands. It showcases a creative learning space where students can explore, discover and be inspired by the lagoon’s diverse aquatic wildlife, surrounded by Hawkesbury sandstone formations. The program promotes learning through wondering, observing and questioning about flora and fauna within their natural ecosystems.

• 90 minutes northwest Sydney CBD

• Bordering the Colo River

• Day and overnight programs

• Curriculum based

• Tent style accommodation

• Fully catered dining room service.

AUSTRALIAN OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Australian Outdoor Education provides programs for school groups, marginalised youth, surf life saving clubs, university groups, NDIS and other youth based organisations.

Our services range from:

• Adventure camps that are linked to the curriculum

• Open Award provision for the Duke of Edinburgh Award

• Back to Basics for marginalised youth

• Therapeutic programs linked to case plan outcomes for NDIS and PSP clients

• Day programs.

Activities include and are not limited to: Archery, bushwalking/hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, caving, abseiling, rock climbing, fishing, camp games, group initiatives, team building.

We work in all locations including National Parks, forests, crown reserves and public spaces, such as beaches and rivers.

We provide fully catered programs.

We can organise all transports and any other logistical requirements.

QTF_CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Australian Outdoor Education 02 4389 1845 info@ausoutdooredu.com ausoutdooredu.com

OPTIMUM EXPERIENCES

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

“Let’s Go” Sequential Outdoor Education Programs, youth and sports camps, senior leadership and corporate team building. Various programs onsite at Fitzroy Falls or at various locations to suit your program.

Accommodation includes 2 areas, total 150 beds, 14 bunkrooms but also 7 smaller rooms (2 to 5 people) all with ensuite bathrooms. All beds have fitted sheet and pillows, bedding available. Powered sites, cabin, teepee, yurt.

Full catering, 2 kitchens, facilities available for self catering.

Indoor facilities include 2 dining rooms, hall, games room, 2 wood heaters, swimming pool.

Outdoor facilities include giant swing, leap of faith, high wires, flying fox, mountain biking, canoeing nearby, bushwalks, campfire, oval, BBQ area, volleyball, putt-putt golf.

Areas suitable for disabled access, bathrooms.

CONTACT Coastlife Adventures

483 Tathra Road, Kalaru NSW 2550 02 6494 1122

info@coastlife.com.au coastlife.com.au

CONTACT Encompass Outdoors

9 Romsey Street, Waitara NSW 2077 02 9487 1109

schools@campsomerset.com.au

CONTACT Ian and Alison Bradburn

71 Ryans Lane, Wildes Meadow NSW 2577 02 4886 4541

info@optimumexperiences.com.au optimumexperiences.com.au

THE URBAN CHALLENGE

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: The Urban Challenge is an innovative and adventurous program developed to engage students in the urban landscape.

Using only public transport and their own legs, students complete a series of challenges and activities taking them all over Sydney from Bondi to Collaroy, Homebush to Chinatown. Every student is given a role within a small team, and although completely supervised, each team is responsible for finding their way around, buying and cooking food and solving clues – all while keeping to a budget. Students are under teacher and Urban Challenge guide supervision the entire time. So while they’re never left alone, they are given the freedom to make their own decisions.

Students are able to develop initiative, leadership, independence and co-operation while learning real-life skills they’ll need in the coming years. Fortunately, they’ll be having too much fun to realise they’re actually learning.

Rather than replacing traditional wilderness challenge camps, The Urban Challenge will add a rich mix to outdoor education programs, a drawcard for prospective students and a real benefit to the graduates you’re sending out into the world.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Paul Colagiuri

9 Romsey Street, Waitara NSW 2077 02 9483 9333

info@theurbanchallenge.com.au theurbanchallenge.com.au

VENUE360 CAMP SOFTWARE

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

venue360 is the fastest growing and market leading camp bookings management software in Australia and New Zealand with clients in 14 countries, from small single sites to the largest multi property and journey based providers.

Built in workflow and automated follow up saves lots of time and your clients will love our online Group Self Service portal where they can sign contracts, pay invoices, request special dietary & medical needs and assign rooms, etc from their phone or tablet.

Modules include catering, maintenance, live Xero integration and lots more.

Schedule a free product demo and needs analysis to find out more, and see why so many camps are switching to venue360.

VENUELIFE – VENUE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Venuelife provides reliable all-of-venue software for camps, conference centres and outdoor activity providers – with friendly support and market leading features.

Manage everything from initial enquiries through to bookings, invoicing, scheduling, incident reporting, transport, diets and much more.

Integrate with Xero, MYOB, eWay, Stripe and other online services, and customise Venuelife with optional modules including activities, catering, guest portal/event management, housekeeping, maintenance and asset management.

Guest groups can easily manage their own booking using the portal to set up online registration forms, collect diets and waivers, and assign rooms.

Our new Online Bookings feature means you can manage all your booking types on one software platform.

We provide free comprehensive setup and training with every account. Ask us for a demo (and about our ACA member discounts).

CONTACT Sales 02 9240 6500 venue360@businesslink.com venue360.com

CONTACT Ryan Hoppitt 02 4255 0480 enquiries@venuelife.com venuelife.com

CAMP COTTERMOUTH

Owned by Scouts ACT.

TOWN: CANBERRA

SETTING: 23ha bush setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible cabins available with toilet/shower facilities. Main building, dining, meeting and additional toilet/shower facilities all accessible.

ACCOMMODATION: 81-100 persons in cabins (up to 12 beds), ensuites plus extra external bathrooms, air conditioned, separate staff/teacher accommodation, tent/caravan sites.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, meeting rooms, laundry, dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Large campground with camp kitchen, camp toilet/shower facilities, extensive grounds, adjoins Murrumbidgee River nature reserve with hiking trails and swimming areas.

OTHER INFORMATION: Camp Cottermouth offers panoramic views of the nearby Brindabella Mountains. Wake up to the sound of birds and the sight of kangaroos grazing around your cabins. It is located 15 minutes from Parliament House.

RESOURCES NEARBY: National parks, mountain bike park, pool, rock climbing/abseiling, archery.

CONTACT Camp Managers

1435 Cotter Road, Stromlo ACT 2611 02 6288 3270 campcottermouth@scoutsact.com.au campcottermouth.com.au

OUTWARD BOUND AUSTRALIA - CAMP

TOWN: THARWA

SETTING: 32 acres of Australian bush on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River just 30 minutes from Parliament House in Canberra.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas include; dining and toilets. Accommodation and shower facilities less accessible.

ACCOMMODATION: 144 beds in dorm rooms. 6 self contained cabins sleep up to 144 people in total. Each cabin has four bedrooms, sleeping up to 6 people per bedroom with up to 24 per cabin. Each bedroom has ensuite shower and toilet and each cabin has common living area with kitchenette. Linen supplied on request.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering can be provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, conference room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, picnic, campfire areas and river swimming for general use. High ropes course and canoeing available on request.

RESOURCES NEARBY: On the border of Namadgi National Parks, just 30 minutes from Parliament House, Canberra.

CONTACT Outward Bound Naas Road, Tharwa ACT 2620 02 6235 5700 accommodation@outwardbound.org.au

OUTWARD BOUND AUSTRALIA

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Outward Bound Australia is an accommodation and outdoor education provider for ages 10 and over.

Based in Tharwa, just 30 minutes from Canberra in the ACT, with 150 beds, over 100 campsites, commercial kitchen with dining for 100 and conferencing for 50 you’ll have easy access to both Namadgi National Park and the sights of Canberra.

On the banks of the Murrumbidgee River at the foot of Mt Tennant, this nature-based site is the perfect place to relax or participate in an adventure learning program on the high ropes, abseiling and climbing tower, mountain biking or canoeing down the river.

Ideal for:

• Canberra school excursion accommodation

• Church and sporting groups

• Weekend escapes

• Conferences and events

• Visiting Canberra city while ‘staying in the country’

• https://www.outwardbound.org.au/ canberra-accommodation/

CONTACT Outward Bound Naas Road, Tharwa ACT 2620 02 6235 5700

mailbox@outwardbound.org.au outwardbound.org.au

Seize the days

Ready for freedom again? A Queensland camp experience is your ticket to paradise. A land of endless sea and sunshine teaming up the Great Barrier Reef, ancient rainforests, outback adventure and five World-Heritage-listed wonders. Let’s go together!

ALEXANDRA PARK CONFERENCE CENTRE

TOWN: ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas include, meeting and dining rooms, building entrances, select accommodation and bathrooms.

ACCOMMODATION: 250 beds in 3 different group areas - ensuited or shared bathroom; bungalow or dormitory configurations. Tent camping option.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Exclusive area use by groups of 45 or more. Smaller groups shared use.

CATERING: Full group catering package.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Ten meeting rooms available for 10 to 500 people. Dining room for your group, laundry and common areas.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Ropes course with climbing wall, pool, oval, lake, sand volleyball, outdoor shelter, bushwalk, shaded activity spaces.

OTHER INFORMATION: Commercial activity provider packages inc: surfing, swimming, archery, canoeing, paddle boarding, raft building, expeditions, camping, fishing, challenge ropes course.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Beach, rivers, Sea Life, Australia Zoo, Wildlife HQ Zoo, bowling, laser tag, escape rooms.

APEX CAMPS SUNSHINE COAST

Proudly supporting Apex Australia for 35 years.

TOWN: TWIN WATERS SETTING: 10 stunning acres nestled between the beach, the Maroochy River Conservation Park and the pristine Maroochy River.

ACCOMMODATION: 230. 3 separate dormitory style accommodation blocks, fully air conditioned/ heated. Separate teacher/supervisor rooms. Wheelchair accessible dorms/washrooms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 25. Groups of 20 considered.

CATERING: Onsite buffet style catering provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Multiple indoor activity and meeting rooms, laundry, hall with big screen available for hire seating for up to 200.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Undercover dining areas, oval, pool, extensive ropes courses & flying foxes, mud pit challenge, largest rock-climbing tower in SE QLD, multi-purpose court, supervised campfires, bush chapel.

OTHER INFORMATION: Bus transport to water activities. 38 activity options. Specialising in school camps and disability groups. Day groups welcome.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Beach and Maroochy River within walking distance. Inflatable water and wake park, golf course within driving distance.

CONTACT Apex Camps 171 Nojoor Road, Twin Waters QLD 4564 1300 122 677 admin@apexcamps.com.au apexcamps.com.au

CAMP KOKODA

Registered charity, Public Benevolent Institution.

TOWN: MAROON

SETTING: 660 acre outdoor education property located on the southern shores of Maroon Dam which provides exceptional outdoor experiences for schools & special interest groups.

ACCOMMODATION: Camp Kokoda contains 7 self-sufficient campsites. Each has a toilet facility, access to drinking water & adventure activities.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 15.

CATERING: We cater for all dietary requirements.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying fox, 15m & 25m abseil, 20m giant swing, canoeing, low ropes, free fall, dynamic & static high ropes, sugar glider, canyon traverse, group initiatives, hiking & navigation, orienteering, crate stack, giant swing.

OTHER INFORMATION: Offering a wide range of journey based expedition camps on and/or offsite in surrounding national parks. Focusing on realistic everyday themes & life lessons of an adolescent such as development of independence, community living, confidence, group dynamics & individual reflection of participation, resilience & self-awareness to name just a few.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mt Barney National Park. QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camp Kokoda

629 Burnett Creek Road, Maroon QLD 4310 07 5463 6114 admin@campkokoda.com.au campkokoda.com.au

CAMP COOBY

Privately owned.

TOWN: GEHAM SETTING: 50 acres of sloped schlerophyll eucalypt forest onto open lawn with lake front access.

ACCESSIBILITY: Areas include conference facility and dining room with commercial kitchen, BBQ area with wood fire pizza oven and fire pit, lawn terrace, all accommodation, boat shed, barn and ablution facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: Bunkhouse cabins with A/C to accommodate 140 guests, 8 x Bell Tents accommodating 2 per tent (linen supplied), Cooby Lakehouse with water views - 4 bedrooms, 2 bath (linen supplied). Basic tents to accommodate 100+ (self-inflating mattresses supplied).

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None, 2-280. CATERING: Full catered or self cater.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Barn, boat shed, conference room and dining room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, fire pit, high & low ropes, rock climbing, orienteering, canoeing, sailing, mountain biking, possum pull, giant swing.

OTHER INFORMATION: Curriculum based Outdoor Educational facility that incorporates neuroscience, eco wellbeing and environmental sustainability.

CONTACT Camp Cooby 239 Loveday Road, Geham QLD 4352 07 4696 6244 info@campcooby.com.au campcooby.com.au

CAMP SOMERSET

Owned by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. TOWN: CROSSDALE

SETTING: Located on Somerset Dam with water frontage and 1000 acres of bush and rainforest.

ACCOMMODATION: 13 self-contained cabins surrounding a resort style pool, multi-purpose hall and commercial kitchen. 4 x 4BR units sleeping 14 each with covered BBQ area. 3 lakefront camping locations and bush camping areas. Each cabin includes leaders room with 2 single beds, bunk room with 4 double bunks, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle and toaster. Lodge units include a Queen size bed and ensuite, and sleeping for 12 in 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining and kitchen area.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 1-40 depending on area.

CATERING: Full catering is available including special diets. Self catering - copy of current Aust. Food Handling Certificate required.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Air conditioned dining room/ conference hall seating 200 max with PA system.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 2 swimming pools, large oval, tennis/basketball/beach volleyball courts with night lights, lake suitable for all water sports. Bush walking tracks and bird watching.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Expeditions available on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Mt Mee and more.

CONTACT Tim Hutton

1180 Stanley Pocket Road, Crossdale QLD 4312 07 5426 0126 info@campsomerset.org.au campsomerset.org.au

CAMP GOODENOUGH

Privately, family owned and operated.

TOWN: CAROOL SETTING: Regenerating rainforest setting.

ACCOMMODATION: 178 beds with cabin/dorm sizes from 4-20 beds. Ensuites to all supervisor rooms. All bunks to Australian Standards.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 35. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Separate dining room, recreation room, indoor climbing and instruction room, table tennis, indoor games equipment, wood heater, stage, data projector and sound equipment. Night activity resources available.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Adventure activity areas, Leap of Faith, giant’s playground, high ropes, crate stack, team pursuits, initiative activities, billy cart construction, giant swing, obstacle course, archery, prusiking, open play area, basketball/paved area and swimming pool.

OTHER INFORMATION: Onsite manager, qualified camp instructors conduct program.

RESOURCES NEARBY: 15 minutes to beaches and Gold Coast Airport, on caldera of Mt Warning.

CONTACT The Manager 253 Carool Road, Carool NSW 2486 07 5590 9614 fun@campgoodenough.com.au campgoodenough.com.au

GOLD COAST PERFORMANCE CENTRE

TOWN: RUNAWAY BAY

SETTING: The world-class sporting facility specialises in both sport and leadership camps, offering students and teachers programs focused on experiential development outside of the classroom. With a multitude of activities and programs available, specialist staff will help you custom your camp itinerary to suit the needs of your camp outcomes and curriculum.

ACCOMMODATION: 292 pax. 9 lodges with 8 student rooms and 2 ensuite teacher rooms in each. Bunks and twin share rooms. Each lodge has a lounge and kitchenette. Shared laundry available.

CATERING: Full catering provided in the Trackside Bistro.

FACILITIES: The unique facility is a safe environment, staffed 24/7. Facilities include accommodation, dining, activity/conference rooms, and outdoor sporting facilities including track, field, hockey pitch, pools and more.

Activities include sports, SUP boarding, team obstacle challenge, team building, athlete workshops, group training and more. No need to go offsite for external activities!

RESOURCES NEARBY: Runaway Bay Sporting Precinct: tennis courts, rugby fields, netball courts, indoor centre.

CONTACT Gold Coast Performance Centre

1 Sports Drive, Runaway Bay QLD 4216 07 5500 9988

7192_goldcoast_bookings@eq.edu.au goldcoastperformancecentre.com.au

GOLD COAST RECREATION CENTRE

TOWN: PALM BEACH

SETTING: On the doorstep of beautiful Tallebudgera Beach, surrounded by the pristine Tallebudgera Creek, and Burleigh Heads National Park.

ACCESSIBILITY: The centre has inclusive facilities and activities equipped to accommodate people with a disability; including wheelchair accessible and fully adapted accommodation, sports and dining facilities. The centre operates on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week basis.

ACCOMMODATION: 480 beds across newly renovated accommodation with 1 and 2 bedroom options. All cabins are ensuited with air conditioning or fans and Leader rooms contain kitchenettes.

CATERING: Full catering is available. Choose from standard, upsized or premium menus.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 10m artificial rock climbing wall, 5 multipurpose courts, dining hall, conference rooms, fully equipped gym, newly renovated café.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High ropes course, Team Rescue course, abseil tower, 20m high giant swing, floodlit oval, 25m heated swimming pool.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Client Services

1525 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach QLD 4221 1800 QLD REC (1800 753 732) goldcoastrec@dtis.qld.gov.au qld.gov.au/recreationcentres

MAROOCHY WATERFRONT CAMP & CONFERENCE CENTRE

Privately owned.

TOWN: MAROOCHYDORE

SETTING: On the banks of the Maroochy River.

ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 210. 64 rooms in 4 wings. Each room accommodates 2-3 guests with private bathroom and shower. 19 self contained bungalows also available. Linen supplied. Reverse cycle air conditioner in rooms and bungalows.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum 15 and maximum 210 guests. Can cater for larger groups across our two (adjacent) properties.

CATERING: Full catering provided as required by a qualified chef. Dietary requirements catered for.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large 210 seat dining room/function room. Medium function room seating 80. Small function room seating approx 30.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Exclusive river frontage, swimming pool, BBQ area, large grassed areas, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, dragon boating.

OTHER INFORMATION: Option for sole use. Highly qualified facilitators lead all activities for teachers’ stress free camp. Option to self-facilitate.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Beach, Maroochy Multi Sports Complex, Sunshine Coast Stadium, Kawana Sports Precinct, Maroochydore CBD and Airport.

CONTACT Maroochy Waterfront Camp and Conference Centre

42 David Low Way, Diddillibah QLD 4559 07 5448 4344

info@maroochywaterfront.com.au maroochywaterfront.com.au

KOKODA PARK

TOWN: THORNTON

SETTING: In beautiful Lockyer Valley, on 160 acres at the foothills of Mt Beau Brummell. This is a great facility for younger year levels or students progressing through our sequential Outdoor Education programs from this site to our Camp Kokoda site or our offsite expedition camps.

ACCOMMODATION: 150+ dormitory style beds, separate teacher accommodation, option for overnight campouts at our onsite bush shacks or wilderness expedition style programs on neighbouring properties, state forest & NP’s.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 15. CATERING: Licenced commercial kitchen offering a wide variety of menu options. Option to experience some trangia or campfire cooking.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: In ground pool, large A/C dining hall with projector & open fireplace, tennis/ basketball & volleyball court, fully floodlit facilities, oval, hiking tracks, flying fox, archery, sugar glider, crate stack, giant swing, rock climbing & abseil wall, high/low ropes, environmental & bush skills, group initiatives, 2 onsite bush shacks.

OTHER INFORMATION: Opportunity for bonding & supporting each other through negative & positive experiences whilst reflecting & having fun.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Kokoda Park 213 Mulgowie Road, Thornton QLD 4341 07 5463 6114 admin@campkokoda.com.au campkokoda.com.au

NRMA TREASURE ISLAND HOLIDAY RESORT

TOWN: GOLD COAST

SETTING: Located adjacent to the outlet shopping precinct of Harbour Town with manicured gardens and spacious grounds.

ACCESSIBILITY: All building entrances, restaurant, and specified accommodation rooms.

ACCOMMODATION: 100+ cabins and studios, bedrooms/bathrooms under same roof, linen supplied, pillows, blankets, doonas. Tent/caravan sites available with shared external bathrooms.

CATERING: Both full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Restaurant, activities room, guest laundry, Wi-Fi access.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Playground, bouncing pillow, go karts, swimming pool and spa, tennis, BBQ, camp kitchen, mini golf, kids club.

OTHER INFORMATION: Secure accommodation with boom gates, COVID safety plans and risk assessments.

RESOURCES NEARBY: 7km north of Surfers Paradise and 70km south of Brisbane. Close to the Broadwater, SeaWorld, MovieWorld, Paradise Country, Wet n Wild, waterfalls at Springbrook National Park, Glow Worm Caves, Treetop Challenge and sandy beaches.

CONTACT Groups Reservations

117 Brisbane Road, Biggera Waters QLD 4216 1800 778 162

nrmaparksandresorts.com.au/treasure-island groups@nrmaparks.com.au

LIONS CAMP DUCKADANG

Lions Clubs Districts 201Q1, Q3, Q4.

TOWN: AVOCA VALE

SETTING: 1ha country setting adjacent to the Brisbane River.

ACCOMMODATION: 3 partitioned dormitory buildings. Accommodating up to 90. 1 self contained cabin sleeping 8 people can be booked separately.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 30.

CATERING: Full catering is available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Separate dining room with open fireplace, separate recreation room, table tennis, air hockey table, foosball table, stage, data projector and 100” screen, media centre.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Covered BBQ area, playground, campfire area, stage/chapel, volleyball, basketball, tennis court, pool table, mini-golf, swimming pool, canoes, astronomy telescope, gaga pit, zip line.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident manager. Night sky tours available on request using the onsite telescope and observatory.

CONTACT Lions Camp Duckadang 117 Avoca Creek Road, Avoca Vale QLD 4314 07 3517 1590 info@campduckadang.com.au campduckadang.com.au

PGL KINDILAN

TOWN: REDLAND BAY

SETTING: A beautiful 220 acre bushland site in Redland Bay, South East Queensland.

ACCOMMODATION: Variety of options with rooms sleeping 2-10. All blocks have bathroom facilities under the same roof. Platform tent village also available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: No minimum group size.

CATERING: Fully catered and self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Conference rooms, self catering kitchen, dining areas, recreation rooms, leaders’ retreat rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Abseiling, archery, bushcraft, climbing tower, canoeing, flying fox, giant swing, possum glider, raft building, ropes courses and many more. Bushcamps by arrangement.

OTHER INFORMATION: Support of a PGL Group Leader for the whole of your stay. All activities supported by professional trained staff.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Ambulance (5 minutes), major shopping centres, cinema, Moreton Bay, Brisbane CBD and Gold Coast.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT PGL Kindilan Corner Days and German Church Roads, Redland Bay QLD 4165 1300 859 895 info@pgladventurecamps.com.au pgladventurecamps.com.au

QUEENSLAND CONFERENCE & CAMPING CENTRES

TOWN: MAPLETON

SETTING: 55 acres set in the rainforest.

ACCOMMODATION: 300. Merrin Lodge 130. Harrison Lodge 100. Letham Complex 62 plus 2 ensuited leaders’ units for 8.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20. CATERING: Full catering provided. QCCC venues do not allow for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large Hall (seats 450), multiple meeting rooms, recreation rooms, nature display, archery range, climbing wall, Triballink Activities Centre.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 4 swimming pools, sauna, canoe lake, tennis court, basketball, volleyball, rainforest walk, outdoor movie screen, bonfire arena.

ACTIVITIES: Abseil tower, giant swing (x2), flying fox (x2), leap of faith, low ropes, team building and problem-solving activities, glider possum, bush skills hut, art workshop, Indigenous encampment, raft-building, orienteering, climbing wall. Triballink Aboriginal Activities Centre with 6 activities and night program options. Farm experiences.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Sunshine Coast Great Walk, Mapleton Falls, Mary Valley.

CONTACT QCCC Mapleton 70 Obi Obi Road, Mapleton QLD 4560 07 5456 3600 bookings@mapleton.qccc.org.au qccc.org.au

BERG AUSTRALIA

Privately owned. Managed by Joel and Kimberley.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Renowned all over the world for quality, affordability, safety and longevity. Supplying pedal karts and trampolines. Let’s inspire and support our children’s health and mindset together:

• Get outside

• Embrace nature

• Inspire creativity

Berg - The outdoors is yours with premium outdoor play equipment. Inspiring active play for over 37 years.

We are a preferred supplier to many businesses, caravan parks, resorts, schools and residential camps. And retail directly to families who are seeking alternative fun and creative ways to encourage our children outside.

SUNSHINE COAST RECREATION CENTRE

TOWN: CURRIMUNDI

SETTING: Nestled in natural bushland with direct access to Dicky Beach and Currimundi Lake.

ACCESSIBILITY: The centre has inclusive facilities and activities equipped to accommodate people with disability; including wheelchair accessible and fully adapted accommodation, sports and dining facilities. The centre operates on a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week basis.

ACCOMMODATION: 324 beds across four modern accommodation areas. All cabins are ensuited and air conditioned. Two bedroom options available to suit adult and elite sports groups.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Choose from standard, upsized or premium menus. Bespoke catering available on request.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 10m artificial climbing wall, artificial caving system, multipurpose court, alfresco dining area, multi-purpose room, indoor dining area, conference rooms and function spaces. Two additional multipurpose courts and gym are currently under construction.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Instructor-led challenge ropes courses, aerial adventure park, 20m high giant swing, 2 floodlit multipurpose courts, 1.5 ovals, 25m heated swimming pool.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Bookings Team 80 Currimundi Road, Currimundi QLD 4551 1800 QLD REC (1800 753 732) sunshinecoastrec@qld.gov.au qld.gov.au/recreationcentres

YMCA CAMP WARRAWEE

Owned by YMCA of Brisbane. TOWN: JOYNER

SETTING: Located in beautiful natural bushland, situated on the North Pine River.

ACCOMMODATION: 229 bed capacity. Range of cabin accommodation with ensuites. Suitable for school, community, sporting or family groups.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 25 (negotiable). CATERING: Full catering provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining hall (200 capacity), basketball stadium, 2 x activity halls, climbing wall and high ropes course.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 25m pool, oval, fire pit (inc. stage shelter), abseil tower, giant swing, low ropes, crate climb, swing fox, canoeing, raft building, tyre tubing, nuclear meltdown (escape room/tunnelling), archery, obstacle course.

OTHER INFORMATION: Benevolence Assistance Program offering free camp placements for children in necessitous circumstances.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Brisbane CBD including Parliament House, Museum, Gallery of Modern Art, Powerhouse Museum and Southbank. Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast attractions.

CONTACT YMCA Camp Warrawee 81 Byrnes Road North, Joyner QLD 4500 07 3882 1436 camping@ymcabrisbane.org ymcacamping.com.au

CONTACT Berg Australia PO Box 2104, North Ipswich QLD 4305 0419 606 776

info@bergaustralia.com.au bergaustralia.com.au

rewardedCuriosity

Make up for lost time. Stay longer, go further, dive deeper into South Australia’s excellent camps offering. Camel trek through outback sand dunes, immerse your group in a hands-on farmstay, explore vast night skies or plunge into an epic eco-adventure.

ANKARA YOUTH CAMP

Managed by Seventh-day Adventist Church.

TOWN: WALKER FLAT

SETTING: 1.4ha river frontage between River Murray and Lake Bywater. Views of majestic cliffs opposite, River Red Gums, birdlife and river traffic.

ACCOMMODATION: 118. 2 cabins housing 22 people in total (4 rooms each building). 2 bunkhouses of 6 rooms each, housing 8 people per room. Bunks, beds, heating, cooling. BYO bedding and pillows.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 25. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING: Well equipped kitchen facilities for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, kitchen, dishwash room, accessible bathroom, meeting/ rec room, first aid/staff room, table tennis, stage, whiteboard, TV, DVD, small rear projector, screen and speakers.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Campfire, multi-use sports court, pergola, BBQ, open grassed playing areas, swimming, canoes, PFDs, lake and river access.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident manager. Smoking, drug and alcohol free. No pets. Subject to conditions of hire.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Walker Flat ferry, two local stores, lookouts, scenic drives.

CONTACT Warren and Joy Richards 5050 Angas Valley Road, Walker Flat SA 5238 08 8570 8043 enquiries@ankaracamp.org.au ankaracamp.org.au

ERRAPPA BLUE LIGHT CAMP

Managed by SA Police and Blue Light (SA) Inc.

TOWN: IRON KNOB

SETTING: 5ha bush setting.

ACCOMMODATION: 60+. Main accommodation block sleeps 40, separate male/female wings, 2 persons per room. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, air conditioning, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 10. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Recreation room, multi-purpose hall, conference facilities, whiteboards, OHP, VCR, TV, laundry, public telephone, leader’s room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Extensive high ropes course, initiative and team challenges, team rescue course, abseiling, flying fox, orienteering, walks, volleyball, grassed and shaded areas, campfire.

OTHER INFORMATION: Qualified police officers run all sessions. Winners of the Recreation SA Outstanding Achievement in the provision of Outdoor Recreation.

ARBURY PARK OUTDOOR SCHOOL

Managed by Dept of Education, SA. TOWN: BRIDGEWATER SETTING: 32ha bush setting with creek and open forest, near conservation park.

ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair access. Disabled shower/toilet.

ACCOMMODATION: Total of 101 beds. 6 dormitories accommodating 12-16 people in bunks, blankets, heating. 6 supervisor rooms with 9 beds. Bathrooms are attached.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 50. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided term time. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, gymnasium, piano, DVD, screen, projector, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Playground, BBQ, campfire area, multi-use court.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available term time. Resident caretaker. Heysen Trail nearby.

COOINDA – BUNKS TENTS AND EVENTS

Privately owned. Managed by Open Camps. TOWN: VICTOR HARBOR

SETTING: 10ha bushland setting with picturesque views of the South Coast.

ACCESSIBILITY: All building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: Bunks - 150 people in 11 rooms across 5 bunkhouses. BYO bedding with mattress sheet provided.

Tents - 65 people in large private campground.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Full catering included with Bunks bookings with an extensive outdoor Kitchen facilities available for self catering Tents bookings.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large Hall with air conditioning, space-heating and woodfire, recreation room with space-heating. AV equipment provided. Enclosed balcony dining/recreation area with sea and bushland views.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, basketball court large lawned oval, campfire area, beach volleyball, extensive tent campsite with full amenities.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Penny Keen Arbury Park Road, Bridgewater SA 5155 08 8339 3237 DL.1426.info@schools.sa.edu.au arburypark.sa.edu.au

NARNU FARM

Privately owned.

TOWN: HINDMARSH ISLAND SETTING: 85 acres of farm land.

ACCOMMODATION: 86. Bunkhouse can accommodate 56. Cottage accommodates 30. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20 for school camps. CATERING: Full catering is provided for our school camps.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, wood heater, table tennis table, large screen TV.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, multiple playgrounds, 1/2 court tennis, basketball ring.

OTHER INFORMATION: Farm Camp: Horse riding, farm animal feeding, chicken hatchery, clydesdale drawn hand ploughing, blacksmith demonstration, butter making and vintage truck ride.

Eco/Adventure camp: Horse riding, kayaking, fish ecology, beach/barrage walk. QTF CAA ACCREDITED

OTHER INFORMATION: Activities can be provided both onsite and in the area including team activities, surfing, kayaking, lawn bowls, movie night, steam ranger train and trivia nights.

CONTACT Open Camps 54 Waggon Road, Victor Harbor SA 5211 1300 445 910 bookings@opencamps.org.au opencamps.org.au/cooinda

ROONKA WATER ACTIVITY CENTRE

Proudly owned by Scouts SA.

TOWN: BLANCHETOWN

SETTING: Bushland on the banks of the Murray River, about 1hr 40mins north east of Adelaide.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible accommodation and facilities available. Call for details.

ACCOMMODATION: Bunk style accommodation for up to 58 guests in 6 rooms. 18 powered camping sites and expansive unpowered camping field.

CATERING: Full catering can be provided or 2 fully-equipped kitchens are available for self catering groups.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large dining and recreation rooms included in kitchen hire. Amenities blocks.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Private billabong, flying fox, playground, river waterslide, walking and wildlife trails, boat launch, canoes/kayaks for hire, BBQs, seasonal campfire circles, shelters.

OTHER INFORMATION: Overnight package options from D.I.Y. to fully programmed facilitated activities and catering.

OTHER INFORMATION: Brookfield Conservation Park, Morgan Conservation Park, Gluepot Reserve, Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park (Nganguraku culture) and River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Senior Constable David Taylor PO Box 83, Iron Knob SA 5601 08 8646 2109 info@errappa.com.au errappa.com.au

CONTACT Sarah Keneally Monument Road, Hindmarsh Island SA 5214 narnu@narnufarm.com.au narnufarm.com.au

CONTACT Roonka Water Activity Centre 209B Boy Scout Road, Blanchetown SA 5357 info@roonka.org.au roonka.org.au

WILLOW CREEK ADVENTURE CAMP

Managed by Beyond the Classroom.

TOWN: WILLOW CREEK

SETTING: Located on an 800 acre working farm just out of Victor Harbor and is set up for school camps, youth groups, special interest groups, community groups, family groups and events.

ACCESSIBILITY: Please request information regarding individual needs.

ACCOMMODATION: Dorm accommodation with amenities blocks underneath the same roof, Teachers Cottage & Managers House, plus multiple bush camping sites.

CATERING: Both full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining hall, commercial kitchen, projector, table tennis, board games, large G/PG DVD collection.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Large undercover area for games/outdoor dining, large grassed areas, firepit volleyball, bocce court, giant chess & checkers, disc golf, orienteering courses, 5km mountain bike track, team building challenges, bushwalking, raft building, plus more.

OTHER INFORMATION: We believe everybody should develop life skills through adventure experiences. Beyond the Classroom run a range of activities and itineraries for all year levels and curriculum requirements.

CONTACT Beyond The Classroom

44 Goolwa Road, Middleton SA 5213 1300 326 228

info@willowcreekadventurecamp.com.au willowcreekadventurecamp.com.au

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

We believe every student deserves to learn life skills through outdoor experiences. “Beyond the Classroom SA” is part of the multi-award-winning Surf & Sun, and is a school camp provider that has been leading the way in outdoor education for 20 years.

Beyond the Classroom offer surfing, kayaking, rock climbing/abseiling, bushwalking, leadership challenges, raft building, mountain biking and more. Take advantage of the 800 acre “base” property, Willow Creek Adventure Camp, located just over an hour from Adelaide on the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula. With dorm or camping options and a large range of onsite outdoor activities making school camps stress free. Catering for more than just schools, Beyond the Classroom also operates across a vast number of locations, offering “journey” style camps and the ability to customise your itinerary.

WOODHOUSE ACTIVITY CENTRE

Proudly owned by Scouts SA. TOWN: PICCADILLY SETTING: 54ha of gumtree-studded countryside just 25 mins from Adelaide.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible accommodation and facilities available.

ACCOMMODATION: Bunk-style accommodation for up to: 82 guests in 15 rooms in Rymill Centre, 60 guests in 10 rooms in Old Woodhouse Manor, 50 guests in 6 rooms in Hooper Bunkhouse. Varied minimum paid occupancy applies for each building, starting from 25 people. Tent camping available.

CATERING: Full catering can be provided or kitchen facilities available for self-catering groups.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large dining & rec rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Obstacle course, maze, disc golf, tube slides, bouldering, orienteering, BBQs, seasonal campfire circles.

OTHER INFORMATION: Overnight and day package options from D.I.Y. to fully programmed facilitated activities and catering.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Stirling Golf Course, Mt Lofty Botanic Garden, Cleland Wildlife Park, Heysen Trail.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Education & Activities Coordinator 37 Spring Gully Road, Piccadilly SA 5151 08 8339 3333

schoolcamps@woodhouse.org.au woodhouse.org.au

ACTIVE EDUCATION AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

• Fully programmed and catered camps (Incl Outdoor Education tours & services)

- Curriculum linked programs

- Freshly prepared meals

- Choice of location and accommodation

- Transport options

• Mobile Group Event, retreat & camp catering

OTHER QUALITY SERVICES:

• Team building and leadership workshops

• In-School Programs and excursions

• Resilience Passport program in schools.

WHY CHOOSE ACTIVE EDUCATION?

Active Education’s mission is to create opportunities for groups to:

• Learn by doing

• Discover by experiencing

• Be challenged by choice

Our professional teams create remarkable, value for money experiences that have a positive lifelong impact on participants.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Active Education PO Box 185, Crafers SA 5152 08 8370 1500 bookings@activeed.com.au activeed.com.au

CAMEL TREKS AUSTRALIA

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Camel Treks Australia is an award-winning tour operator, specialising in showcasing the Outback, whilst protecting animals in nature.

School groups leave inspired, knowing they have been part of an environmentally sustainable, animal focused camp experience.

Comfortable, clean, camping with private toilet tents, camp fire chairs and deluxe top of the range self contained ‘one man, fully zipped, tent-style swags with thick mattresses’, this experience incorporates navigation, cooking, animal husbandry and outdoor camping skills. Students prepare healthy, ample and delicious meals with unlimited access to second servings, catering for all dietary requirements.

Treks offer students a true adventure, with staff taking the time to share the whole experience. Schools can join Camel Treks Australia on a 4, 5 or 9 day unforgettable adventure.

WILDERNESS ESCAPE OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Allow Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures to take the stress and hassle out of organising and facilitating your school camp or expedition. Since 1991 we have continued to deliver quality experiences ranging from day programs to overnight base camps to extended wilderness expeditions. We specialise in providing a range of quality outdoor adventure experiences and activities such as:

• Bushwalking • Rock climbing • Surfing

• Mountain biking • Challenge ropes

• Kayaking • Sailing • Team games

We work with junior and senior schools with experiences suitable to each age range.

Wilderness Escape provides transport, catering, accommodation, campsite bookings plus a complete adventure activity program.

All programs are tailored to meet the needs of your group and our team are committed to providing an adventure experience that is worth remembering.

• Fully qualified outdoor instructors

• Quality equipment

• Complies with Adventurous Activity Standards

• Complies with Education Department guidelines.

CONTACT Beyond The Classroom 44 Goolwa Road, Middleton SA 5213 1300 326 228

schools@beyondtheclassroom.com.au beyondtheclassroom.com.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camel Treks Australia Pty Ltd

PO Box 46, Leigh Creek SA 5731 0432 236 131

cameltreksaustralia.com.au/school-camps cameltreksaustralia@gmail.com

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures, PO Box 639, Kent Town SA 5071 08 8165 2022

info@wildernessescape.com.au wildernessescape.com.au

Breakout brilliance

Re-discover why Victoria is truly camp central. Choose from a myriad of options in remarkable settings. Dive in for a multi-day surf adventure, eye-opening farm stay, mighty river-side escape, high country eco-action or big city culture fix. It’s all waiting for you.

Gundiwindi Lodge is a total concept in school based camping. School groups are our speciality. Let us help you create a unique program designed specifically for your group, incorporating catering, facilities and activity programs for up to 114. Enjoy the wide range of adventure activities all conveniently located onsite less than one hour from Melbourne CBD.

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

• Giant Swing • Flying Fox • Survival Skills

• Beach Volleyball • All Weather Archery

• Trampolines • Camp Fire

• Low Ropes Course • Farm Animals

• Table Tennis • Damper Cooking

• Environmental Practices and Studies

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AMBERLEY – AN EDMUND RICE CAMP VENUE

TOWN: LOWER PLENTY

SETTING: 10ha property on the banks of the Yarra River overlooking parklands.

ACCOMMODATION: 36 rooms/118 beds in the Main Building, plus 8 rooms/17 beds at Barak Guest House.

CATERING: Full catering with some self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: All within the Main Building, 3 large rooms with A/V, break out spaces, dining room, recreational room with games.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Activities galore –multi courts, tennis courts, sports field, low ropes course, bush and river walks, outdoor kitchen/BBQ area.

OTHER INFORMATION: Edmund Rice activity staff available to run your camp program.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Westerfolds Park, Montsalvat, Diamond Valley Railway, Heide Museum, Collingwood Children’s Farm, Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, Healesville Sanctuary, Dandenong Ranges. QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Reception 7 Amberley Way, Lower Plenty VIC 3093 03 8359 0141 amberley@edmundrice.org amberley.org.au

ALEXANDRA ADVENTURE RESORT

TOWN: WHANREGARWEN

SETTING: 14.5ha in a beautiful valley, surrounded by scenic farmland, less than 2 hours from Melbourne.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. Accessible areas & buildings, pathways & ramps. Accessible room with bathroom facilities available.

ACCOMMODATION: Total capacity 200. 5 lodges with 30 rooms & all new bunk beds. Echidna Lodge - 8 ensuite rooms. Kookaburra Homesteadcommunal toilet/shower block. Snake Valley Lodge - communal toilet/shower block. Turtle Lakehouse - communal toilet/shower block. Wallaby’s Manor5 rooms, kitchen, lounge, sleeps 14 people. CATERING: Catered & self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation hall, undercover BBQ area, table tennis, indoor sports & games equipment, AV equipped.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Rock climbing, high & low ropes course, flying fox, giant swing, canoeing, leap of faith, crate stacking, laser sport, archery, pool, raft making, 18-tee disc golf course, bocce, beach volleyball, gaga ball, tennis/basketball, football/soccer oval, cricket.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Lake Eildon, Goulburn River, Steavenson Falls, Lake Mountain Snow, National & State Parks.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Chase and Brooke Pearce 43 Murrays Road, Whanregarwen VIC 3714 03 5772 1409 info@alexandraadventureresort.com.au alexandraadventureresort.com.au

ANGAHOOK HOLIDAY CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: AIREYS INLET

SETTING: 10 acres bush setting adjacent to Great Otway National Park and 3km from the Lighthouse and local beaches.

ACCESSIBILITY: Disabled toilet and shower facility available with ramp access.

ACCOMMODATION: Sleep up to 95 in bunk rooms. There are also separate leaders rooms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 35 or minimum charges apply. Small groups by arrangement. We are a sole occupancy camp.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering options available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, wood heater, games room, TV/DVD.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Open play areas, basketball/netball court, low ropes and initiative course, giant swing, climb tower/zip line/leap of faith, 9 hole disc golf course and more.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Lighthouse, beaches, camping, canoeing, surfing, mountain bike riding, and more.

Visit our website: www.angahook.com.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Julie and Angus McKenzie PO Box 123, Aireys Inlet VIC 3231 03 5289 6744

info@angahook.com.au angahook.com.au

ALLAMBEE CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: ALLAMBEE RESERVE SETTING: 3ha farmland setting adjacent to forest.

ACCESSIBILITY: Most facilities and activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 100 beds in 3 lodges. Some rooms ensuited, all bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, mainly bunk beds, heating.

CATERING: Full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, 3 meeting spaces, AV system, computer, data projector with big screen, sound system, TV, whiteboard, pool table, recreation area.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Giant swing, flying fox, abseil tree, high & low ropes, archery, geocaching, initiative course, billy carts, bouldering wall, raft building, swimming pool, bushwalking, orienteering, hut building, adventure playground, camp fire etc.

OTHER INFORMATION: Customised outdoor adventure programs. Qualified instructors. Resident owners.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Yarragon Village, Old Gippstown, Coal Creek Village, Mt Worth SP.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Imelda and Roman Cathomen 390 Mirboo-Yarragon Road, Allambee Reserve VIC 3871 03 5634 4221 info@allambeecamp.com allambeecamp.com.au

ANGLESEA RECREATION CAMP

Managed by YMCA Victoria.

TOWN: ANGLESEA

SETTING: 11ha open coastal bushland, within a short walk to the Anglesea Main Beach.

ACCESSIBILITY: All building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, pathways, some activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 160. 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. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation room, seaside breakout space, DVD/AV systems, projector screen, whiteboard, sports stadium/crate climb, climbing wall, bouldering room, table tennis, mini golf.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area/amphitheater, campfire, volleyball, basketball, gaga pit, high and low ropes course, initiative activities, giant swing, archery, mountain biking, canoeing, skateboarding, radio rogaine, hut building, raft building, supervised swimming. Some additional charges apply

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Jason Stewart 1535 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea VIC 3230 03 5263 1512 anglesea@ymca.org.au camps.ymca.org.au

ARALUEN LUTHERAN CAMP

TOWN: ANGLESEA

SETTING: 2ha bush setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: All building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 24 rooms 6-8 per room. Bathrooms under one roof, bunks and beds.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, 3x games rooms, wood heater, laundry, dryer, pool table & table tennis.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, playground, trampolines, picnic area, oval, campfire area, volleyball.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for horse riding, surfing, canoeing, bike riding and environmental activities.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Beach, Great Ocean Road, sports oval and stadium, Anglesea River.

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Araluen Lutheran Camp 24 McDougall Street, Anglesea VIC 3230 03 5263 3337

araluen@lca.org.au araluencamp.com.au

BILLABONG RANCH

TOWN: ECHUCA

SETTING: 125ha country farm and bush setting.

ACCOMMODATION: 180. 33 rooms in 5 bunkhouses, 2-12 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, double beds and bunks, cooling.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Small kitchen and BBQ for self catering. Café 9am to 5pm.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, billiards, DVD/video, projector, archery, mini-golf, bouldering, conference room. Charges apply for most activities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Campfire, bush chapel, low ropes, commando course, bungee tramps, camel rides, initiative games, horse riding, horse grooming, pedal boats, roping, frisbee golf, orienteering, bush craft, night walk, animal nursery, farm activities, dog safety and training, 1 hour live show ‘Where the Long Paddock meets the Murray’ and more. Charges apply.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Resident manager, onsite chefs, Licenced. Horse Safety Australia Accredited Site.

ARRABRI LODGE EDUCATIONAL CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: WARBURTON SETTING: 5.5ha bush setting in the Yarra Ranges. ACCOMMODATION: 190. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. CATERING: Full catering. Self catering option avail.

INDOOR FACILITIES: A/C and heated dining room, lounge, cosy fireplace. A/C and heated games room. A/C and heated basketball stadium with acoustic ceiling, large piano room, huge data projection room, leaders ensuites and much more.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Giant swing, low ropes, flying fox, archery, 18 hole mini-golf, pool, tennis, undercover climbing wall, team building activities, orienteering, trampoline, gold panning, camp fire, nocturnal trail.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff and design available. Packages including all transport. Resident owners. Camp specialises in school/ music camps and retreats.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mt Donna Buang (rainforest walk), Upper Yarra Dam, Healesville Sanctuary, Puffing Billy.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Arrabri Lodge PO Box 27, Warburton VIC 3799 03 5966 2202

arrabri@arrabri.com.au arrabri.com.au

BIMBI PARK CAMPING UNDER KOALAS

Privately owned. TOWN: CAPE OTWAY

SETTING: 8ha bush setting full of native wildlife adjacent to NP and 2km from coast.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accom, some toilet/shower facilities, pathways, single beds available.

ACCOMMODATION: 250. 20 cabins accommodating 4-8 people, 6 rooms in 2 bunkhouses accommodating 32 people, 5 vans accommodating 2-3 people. 70 campsites accommodating 4-6 people. Linen (charge), bunks, beds, pillows, blankets, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation room, lounge room, wood heater, stage, laundry, dryer, library, satellite internet, payphone, grocery shop.

BAANYA BIAMI

Privately owned.

TOWN: STAUGHTON VALE

SETTING: 60ha natural bush setting adjacent to Brisbane Ranges National Park.

ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 70 in shared cabins with shared bathrooms under one roof; sleeps another 13 in twin or double rooms with either shared bathrooms or ensuites.

CATERING: Self or full catering provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Commercial kitchen and dining room with adjacent undercover terrace; function hall with modern AV equipment; meeting hall which can be partitioned into two smaller meeting rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 60ha bush with creek, walking paths, bridges, contemplative spaces.

OTHER INFORMATION: Baanya Biami is available for hire for Private Retreats based on connection to our Earth, ourselves and each other.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Brisbane Ranges National Park 7,700ha, You Yangs National Park 2,000ha, Staughton Vale climbing wall, Anakie Gorge.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Louise Kerwin and Jeffrey Brook 220 Marshalls Lane, Staughton Vale VIC 3340 03 5360 8284 admin@baanyabiami.com.au baanyabiami.com.au

BOOMERANG HOLIDAY RANCH

Privately owned.

TOWN: DAYLESFORD

SETTING: 11ha bush setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Access to all buildings (ramps), some toilet/shower facilities. All bathrooms under one roof.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 50, shared facilities. 10 rooms sleep 3, 2 dormitories sleep 10.

BYO pillows and linen, blankets provided, rooms heated.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation room, lounge areas, TV, DVD, table tennis.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Games area, horse riding, archery, sports equipment.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Close to local and Ballarat tourist attractions: Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife Park, Maze House near Daylesford.

CONTACT Kerri Acquisto PO Box 1110, Echuca VIC 3564 03 5483 5122

kerri@billabongranch.com.au billabongranch.com.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Frank and Katrina Fotinas 90 Manna Gum Drive, Cape Otway VIC 3233 03 5237 9246 info@bimbipark.com.au bimbipark.com.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Theresa Cook

Tipperary Springs Road, Daylesford VIC 3460 03 5348 2525 info@boomerangranch.com.au boomerangranch.com.au

BRIARS OUTDOOR ED. CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: MT MARTHA

SETTING: 5ha open bushland setting near beach.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/ shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 92. 10 rooms accommodating 8 people, 2 rooms accommodating 6 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 45. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full and self catering options available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation room, undercover deck areas, wood heater, table tennis, TV, PA system, Blu-ray player, projector, whiteboard, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Canoes, low ropes, archery, flying fox, giant swing, leap of faith, team rescue, push carts, raft races, volleyball, bush cooking, woodland walks, bird hides, gaga ball, commando course and crate stack.

BRITANNIA PARK

Owned by Girl Guides Victoria.

TOWN: WESBURN SETTING: 18ha bush setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Ramp entrances, single bed rooms, some accessible toilet and shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 4 lodges, each accommodating 7-30 people. Bedrooms and bathrooms under one roof, hot showers and toilets, heating. Camping sites with full shower and toilet facilities.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None.

CATERING: Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/living room, hydronic heating in all rooms, open fire, shared bathrooms, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Undercover areas, campfire circle, initiative challenge course, traverse wall, giant games.

OTHER INFORMATION: BBQs available to hire. Indoor halls available to hire.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mt Donna Buang, hiking, caving, Healesville Sanctuary, wineries.

BURNSIDE CAMP

Managed by Baptist Camping Victoria Inc. TOWN: ANGLESEA

SETTING: 3ha bush setting surrounded by national park.

ACCOMMODATION: 116. 18 rooms in 3 lodges each accommodating 2-8 people (10 rooms with ensuites). Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, pillows, blankets. 2 large teepee tents. Sleeps 8 each, for camping experience.

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/lounge, leaders lounge, hall, games room, piano, data projector, audio and sound equipment, wood heater, DVD, OHP, TV, screen, whiteboard, laundry, bath.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, oval, campfire area, volleyball, low ropes course, high ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, trampolines, basketball.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program support available. Alcohol not permitted.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Paul Gray PO Box 64, Mt Martha VIC 3934 03 5974 8333 info@briarscamp.com.au briarscamp.com.au

CAMP ACACIA

TOWN: HALLS GAP

SETTING: 1ha bush setting in national park.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request.

ACCOMMODATION: 105. 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 charge applies. CATERING: Full or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, piano, table tennis, open fire, lounge, DVD, whiteboard, screen.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, picnic area, community oval across the road, campfire area, volleyball, archery, bush cooking, orienteering, adventure programming.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff. Activity providers available for rock climbing, abseiling, mountain biking, canoeing and high ropes. Environmental and Indigenous programs available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Halls Gap, Grampians National Park and Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre. QTF CAA

ACCREDITED

CONTACT UC Camping 204-232 Grampians Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381 03 5356 4241 or 1300 304 560 norval@uccamping.org.au uccamping.org.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Britannia Park Bookings 03 8606 3500 britparkcampsite@guidesvic.org.au guidesvic.org.au

CAMP BELGRAVE

Privately owned.

TOWN: BELGRAVE HEIGHTS

SETTING: Located at the foot of the Dandenong Ranges.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 80 people in our bunk style cabins. External bathrooms, separate staff/teacher accommodation, tent/caravan sites available.

CATERING: Both full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Equipped with a large main hall, kitchen, indoor and washroom facilities, we have all the essentials required for a large group. Dining room, recreation hall, stage, heating, air conditioning, guest laundry, AV equipment, Wi-Fi access and leader/teacher lounge.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Bush survival, campfire, community engagement, cooking, day hikes, environmental education and initiative/team building.

OTHER INFORMATION: If you have any special requests don’t hesitate to get in touch with a staff member who’ll do their best to accommodate.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Puffing Billy, Trees Adventure - Glen Harrow Park, Burrinja Cultural Centre and Birdsland Reserve.

CONTACT Camp Belgrave 42-46 Bartley Road, Belgrave Heights VIC 3160 03 4050 7550

info@campbelgrave.com.au campbelgrave.com.au

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camp Staff PO Box 127, Anglesea VIC 3230 03 5263 3222 or 03 5263 1577 office@baptistcamping.com.au baptistcamping.com.au

CAMP COOINDA

Managed by Camp Cooinda Inc. TOWN: GIPPSLAND LAKES

SETTING: 6ha of bushland with beach frontage to Lake Victoria.

CATERING: Full catering is provided for Camp Cooinda programs. No facilities available for hire.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Kitchen, dining hall, games equipment, boatshed and expedition equipment.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Over 40 boats: canoes, kayaks, sailing boats. Overnight group expeditions to locations including Cooinda’s own island.

OTHER INFORMATION: Our two camp programs are held in summer school holidays. In a week at one of our camps, you’ll explore the vast, unspoiled Gippsland Lakes. You’ll learn the joys of sailing or you’ll paddle your own canoe to campsites around the Lakes. All activities are done in small groups of campers who are around the same age and our enjoyable programs provide experiences that help teenagers ‘grow inside, outside’.

Camp One: Thur 29 Dec 2022 to Thur 5 Jan 2023

Camp Two: Tues 10 Jan 2023 to Tues 17 Jan 2023

Cost is $495 plus optional $75 return bus travel.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Gippsland Lakes, National Parks, Ninety Mile Beach. *Note - Unavailable for outside bookings.

CONTACT Toni Merritt PO Box 1091, Windsor VIC 3181 03 9013 9465 office@campcooinda.asn.au campcooinda.asn.au

CAMP COOLAMATONG FARM CAMP

Managed by Scripture Union Australia.

TOWN: BANKSIA PENINSULA

SETTING: 70ha natural bushland and farming pastures with lake frontage.

ACCESSIBILITY: Most areas wheelchair accessible.

ACCOMMODATION: 125 students and 20 staff. 5 cabins each sleeping 15 people, 8 bunkrooms each sleeping 6-8 people. 3 leaders rooms sleeping 8 people total. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, mattresses, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Fully catered or self catered available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, large meeting room, large multi-purpose hall, separate recreation room, open fire, piano, table tennis, pool table, air hockey, whiteboard, TV, VCR, DVD, data projector, PA, large screen, laundry, dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Stand-up paddle boarding, abseiling/rock climbing tower, low ropes, bush cooking, basketball, farming, orienteering, 49 seat passenger boat, canoeing, mountain bikes, archery and initiatives course. Optional activities at extra cost include Indigenous sessions, sailing, water tubing, overnight hikes, white water rafting and sea kayaking.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camp Coolamatong Farm Camp 38 Cranswick Road, Banksia Peninsula VIC 3875 03 5156 6511

coolamatong@su.org.au campcoolamatong.com

CAMP GETAWAY

Not-for-profit. Charity endorsed. Managed by Rotary Youth Camp Inc.

TOWN: AXEDALE

SETTING: 4ha bushland setting adjacent to river. ACCESSIBILITY: Purpose built facilities with access for people with a disability. All single beds. Onsite Manager/Caretaker.

ACCOMMODATION: 74. 3 2-bedroom ensuite cabins, each accommodating 4 people. 1 dormitory with 4 rooms each accommodating 7 people and 2nd dormitory with 6 rooms, 4 accommodating 8 people with 2 supervisor’s rooms each accommodating 2 people. Limited bathrooms in dormitories under one roof. Separate male and female toilet/shower blocks. No bedding or linen supplied. All buildings have A/C and heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Minimum charge applies. For sole use only.

CATERING: Full catering can be provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Separate dining room, separate laundry, piano, separate rec/games room, table tennis, open fire, Wi-Fi, overhead projector.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Covered BBQ area, oval, tennis court, mini-golf for all abilities, children’s play area, spring-free trampoline, bocce rink.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Axedale Golf Course, Lake Eppalock, Bendigo Gold Themes.

CONTACT Ken Maxfield 03 5439 7228 kmaxfiel@bigpond.net.au campgetawayaxedale.weebly.com

CAMP COOLAMATONG LAKE CAMP

Managed by Scripture Union Australia. TOWN: BANKSIA PENINSULA SETTING: 4ha coastal bushland setting, with lake frontage on Lake Victoria.

ACCOMMODATION: 96 students accommodated by Tebins (raised off the ground), bunks and mattresses. 2 ensuited cabins for 12 staff total.

CATERING: Fully catered with self catering option.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, with whiteboard, DVD, projector, large screen, PA, laundry, dryer, separate multipurpose hall.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Core activities include stand-up paddle boarding, combat archery, indoor climbing, team initiatives, canoeing, extended hikes, raft building, bush cooking, geocaching, mountain bike riding, 49 seat passenger boat. Optional activities at extra cost include Indigenous sessions, sailing, water tubing, overnight hikes, white water rafting and sea kayaking.

RESOURCES NEARBY: National parks, mountain bike parks, Gippsland Lakes, Buchan Caves.

CAMP COORIEMUNGLE

Privately owned.

TOWN: COORIEMUNGLE SETTING: 20ha open bushland.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps up to 140 in various styles of accommodation. All beds/bunks with bottom sheet, pillow and blanket. Charge for extra linen.

CATERING: Full commercial kitchen. Catering available and hiring of kitchen for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation room with wood heaters, large hall with undercover deck overlooking a lake. Hall has stage with electronic equipment.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, oval, campfire, high and low ropes course, flying fox, canoeing, giant swing, commando course, archery, fishing, fitness classes, boot camps.

OTHER INFORMATION: Camping and dog accommodation available. Staff experienced in working with people with disabilities.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Coolamatong Lake Camp 38 Cranswick Road, Banksia Peninsula VIC 3875 03 5156 6511 coolamatong@su.org.au campcoolamatong.com

CAMP JUNGAI

Leased by the Outdoor Education Group. TOWN: THORNTON SETTING: 23ha bush setting with river frontage. ACCESSIBILITY: Most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways.

ACCOMMODATION: 154 beds. 10 cabins each accommodating 12 people with ensuite, bunks, heating and cooling. Leaders lodge sleeps 8, and 28-bed self contained accommodation.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 50. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, conference room, activity centre, multiple break-out rooms, wood heater, stage, LCD projector, screen, whiteboard.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, large oval, basketball, orienteering, initiatives, campfire area. Instructor required for: high and low ropes course, canoeing, raft building and cultural sessions.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Cooriemungle Staff 30 Bornong Road, Cooriemungle VIC 3268 03 5598 7254 info@campcooriemungle.com.au campcooriemungle.com.au

CAMP KIAH

Privately owned.

TOWN: WALLAN

SETTING: A safe and therapeutic camp.

ACCOMMODATION: Our accommodation is secure with 24 hour supervision.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None.

CATERING: Full catering only.

FACILITIES: A safe space to paint, use clay, build and design. Plenty of room for swimming, parkour/ free running, practice martial arts and listen to stories and music. We work with nature and the environment, meditate, communicate, build friendships and self-confidence.

OTHER INFORMATION: Transport to and from Camp Kiah from designated locations is available.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Belinda O’Brien

475 Rubicon Road, Thornton VIC 3712 1800 888 900 campjungai@oeg.edu.au oeg.edu.au

CONTACT Camp Kiah

300A Darraweit Road, Wallan VIC 3756 0490 252 518 ashleigh@campkiah.com.au campkiah.com.au

CAMP KOOKABURRA

Privately owned.

TOWN: COROP SETTING: 60ha rural setting.

ACCOMMODATION: 120. 11 rooms in 1 lodge newly refurbished with evaporative air conditioning. 3 leader’s rooms with reverse cycle air conditioning, accommodating 1-6 people. Bunkrooms/bathrooms under one roof.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40. CATERING: Fully catered or full kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Air conditioned dining room & recreation room, open fire, table tennis, pool table & laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Canoeing, archery, open playing area, BBQ, campfire area, volleyball, tennis, low ropes course, initiative activities, swimming pool, flying fox, abseiling, climbing walls, orienteering, raft building, farm animals, frisbee golf, bush cooking, gaga pit.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Echuca: Historical Port of Echuca, Twisted Science. Bendigo: Central Deborah Gold Mine, Discovery Centre. Green Lake & Kyabram Fauna Park.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Carlie and Josh 138 Darrigan Road, Corop VIC 3559 03 5484 8236 info@campkookaburra.com.au campkookaburra.com.au

CAMP SUNNYSTONES

Privately owned.

TOWN: BACCHUS MARSH

SETTING: A picturesque 50 acre property overlooking the Long Forest with views of the Macedon Ranges.

ACCOMMODATION: 90. 14 rooms in 1 building accommodating 2-12 people. Bedrooms with ensuites, bunks with pillows supplied.

CATERING: Catering and self catered options available. Full commercial kitchen including commercial dishwasher.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, separate recreation room, 4 lounge rooms, sunroom, TV, DVD, screen, whiteboard, wood heater, indoor sports/games equipment, table tennis, pool table, air hockey table, board games.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Rock climbing wall, canoeing, archery, survival game, geocaching, low ropes course, bush hut building, initiative activities, volleyball, treasure hunt, bushwalking, playground, BBQ and campfire area. Courtyard with fire-pit and festoon lighting.

OTHER INFORMATION: All programs are fully led by Camp Sunnystones staff.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Kate and Matthew Hope PO Box 404, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340 0458 507 136 or 0414 401 279 kate@sunnystones.com.au sunnystones.com.au

CAMP MARYSVILLE

Owned and operated by The Outdoor Education Group.

TOWN: MARYSVILLE

SETTING: 46 hectares bordered by state forest and rolling farmlands. Easy walking distance from town.

ACCOMMODATION: 260 beds. 9 1-3-bed lodges with 2 bedrooms including linen, lounge and kitchenette. 30 8-bed cabins all with 3 bedrooms, air conditioning, heating and ensuite (linen not included).

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 2 Dining/recreation rooms. Grand Hall (300 people) and Leadbeaters Hall (100 people) both equipped with PA and projector.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Campfire area, 22m climbing and abseiling tower, mountain bikes and low ropes course, kitchen garden, canoeing, huge open air spaces – some undercover and many more.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Fully catered activity camps for up to 300 can be arranged, or you may simply use our camp as an accommodation base from which to run your own retreat, camp or break.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Tammy Lovett (Site Manager) 959 Buxton-Marysville Rd, Marysville VIC 3779 1800 888 900 enquiries@oeg.edu.au oeg.edu.au

CAMP SEED

Privately owned.

TOWN: STUART MILL

SETTING: 5 acres of Australian bush next to NP.

ACCOMMODATION: 48 beds, 12 rooms, 4 single beds (no bunks). Modern mud brick accommodation (can be segregated for school groups). Solar heating/cooling.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 15. Minimum charge applies. Sole usage of property.

CATERING: Self catering commercial kitchen. Pre-order and deliver food. Basic food preparation, cleaning and set up services available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room (seats 48), separate rec room with open fireplace and leather lounges, 2 x table tennis, AV, chapel (80 guests capacity), laundry, toilets undercover walkway, separate male and female teachers toilets.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ pavilion (2 x BBQs), bushwalking, local reservoir, 2 kayaks, tree planting, mountain bike riding on NP trails, fire tower lookout, sports oval with cricket pitch nearby.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Pyrenees Winery trail. Ballarat Goldfields day trip.

CONTACT Donna Cooper 7 Church Street, Stuart Mill VIC 3477 03 9517 8500 info@seedvalue.com.au campseed.com.au

CAMP TOOLANGI

Privately owned.

TOWN: TOOLANGI

SETTING: 12 acres bushland setting, adjoining the Toolangi State Forest.

ACCOMMODATION: 147. 2 lodges each accommodating 34 people. 8 units each accommodating 10 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof. Camp outs available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Exclusive use. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement. CATERING: Full catered and self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation hall, large indoor sports hall, meeting room, TV, DVD, data projector, table tennis, pool table.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Open playing areas, beach volleyball, initiative activities, high and low ropes course, flying fox, possum glider, climbing tower, campfire, bushwalking, BMX biking, crate climb, canoeing, archery, bush hut building, orienteering, bush cooking, environmental activities.

OTHER INFORMATION: Qualified activity staff available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Healesville Sanctuary, Toolangi State Forest, Hedgend Maze, Yarra Valley wineries.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camp Toolangi 235 Spraggs Road, Toolangi VIC 3777 03 5962 9219 info@camptoolangi.com camptoolangi.com

CAMP WEDGETAIL

Privately owned.

TOWN: SNAKE VALLEY

SETTING: 11 acres open bushland on lake front, surrounded by state forest.

ACCOMMODATION: 60. 10 cabins, 4-8 beds. Single bunk beds. Tent & caravan sites available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20. (40 - public holidays and long weekends). Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Self and full catering available in large well equipped kitchen.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room - open fire. Meeting room - AV with DVD. Rec hall - table tennis, pool table, foosball, air hockey, piano, vending machine. Amenities block - laundry, clothesline.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Fresh water lake - jetty, pontoons. BBQ - gazebo, picnic area. Ovalcampfire. Asphalt area. Canoes, kayaks, rafts, mountain bikes for hire.

OTHER INFORMATION: Offsite caretaker. No animals. No smoking in buildings. Consumption of alcohol by permission.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Lakes, swimming pool, sports oval and stadium, national parks, tennis courts, rock climbing/abseiling. Ballarat (20 mins) - Sovereign Hill, Kryal Castle, Wildlife Park, skate park, go-karts, adventure playground.

CONTACT Andrew Gruntovs PO Box 6321, Highton VIC 3216 0414 538 131 email@campwedgetail.com.au campwedgetail.com.au

CAMP WILKIN

Managed by Baptist Camping Victoria Inc.

TOWN: ANGLESEA

SETTING: 6ha bush setting near beach.

ACCOMMODATION: 188. 42 rooms in 4 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, piano, VCR, DVD, OHP, PA system, data projector, screen, whiteboard, laundry, games room, 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: Program staff to assist your camp. Alcohol not permitted.

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camp Staff PO Box 127, Anglesea VIC 3230 03 5263 3222 office@baptistcamping.com.au baptistcamping.com.au

CEBS CAMP BINDAREE

Managed by CEBS The Anglican Boys Society Diocese of Melbourne.

TOWN: WOORI YALLOCK SETTING: 3ha bushland setting adjacent to river. ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair access all areas.

ACCOMMODATION: 36. 5 rooms in 1 bunkhouse accommodating 6-8 people. Bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. Tent sites are available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 6. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use. CATERING: Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Kitchen/meeting 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.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mt Donna Buang, Healesville Sanctuary, Badger Weir, Maroondah Dam, Warburton walking track, Healesville township, Yarra Valley wineries, walking areas.

CANDLEBARK FARM

Privately owned.

TOWN: HEALESVILLE SETTING: 40ha treed pasture on the beautiful foothills of the Yarra Valley.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request.

ACCOMMODATION: 112. 16 air conditioned ensuited bunkrooms in 3 buildings for 6-8. Air conditioned ensuited teachers lounge. Our 29kW solar system reduces your camping carbon footprint.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen only available for self catering cooks with food safety qualifications.

INDOOR FACILITIES: A/C dining room, separate recreation hall, A/C and carpeted conference/ music hall, rock room, art/craft/table tennis room, piano, indoor games equipment, volleyball.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: All aboard, archery (charge), boundary walk, campfire, canoeing (charge), flying fox (charge), gaga ball, games shed, golf frisbee, low ropes, night trail, orienteering, photo find, rock room, ski race, spider web, super swooper (charge), swimming pool, treasure hunt.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Michael Hill, 531 Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Road, Healesville VIC 3777 03 5962 4727 info@candlebarkfarm.com.au candlebarkfarm.com.au

CHARNWOOD OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE

TOWN: LIMA EAST

SETTING: 68ha valley in state forest.

ACCOMMODATION: 110. Lower block: 28, middle house: 14, top block: 75. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating. Tent sites available. Sole occupancy but can accommodate 2 groups.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Min number required or charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Full or self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining areas, kitchens, classroom, undercover area, OHP, whiteboards, video, TV, DVD, data projector, laundry, dryer, outdoor chapel, lounge and small group rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Playing field, swimming lake, canoes, nature trails, campfire area, initiative activities, bicycles, flying fox challenge course, rock climbing, abseiling, mountain bike trails.

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, downhill skiing.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT CEBS - The Anglican Boys Society PO Box 39, Park Orchards VIC 3114 03 9879 0956 info@cebsmelbourne.org.au

CAVE HILL CREEK

Privately owned. Residential staff.

TOWN: BEAUFORT

SETTING: Lakeside location surrounded by an amphitheater of mountains and native bushland.

ACCOMMODATION: 140 beds. 100 in Lake View Lodge. 40 in Glamping Village. Campouts, expeditions and weddings available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 85 exclusive use, 50 in Lake View Lodge, 20 in Glamping Village.

CATERING: Fully catered.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room and pavilion, open fire, piano, table tennis, games, AV with large screen, free Wi-Fi.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Lake, camp fires, oval, tether ball, fishing, walking tracks. Activities include abseiling, archery, bikes, bouldering, canoeing, crate stack, giant’s ladder, raft building, low ropes and initiatives, hut building, map reading, bush walking, photo trail, bush cooking, bush art.

OTHER INFORMATION: Facilitated or self-guided program options. Overnight bush walking experience. Journey-based programs available on Beeripmo Walk. Holiday Camps. Birds of Prey exhibit and Bush Hoedown. Close to Sovereign Hill.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Tim and Angela Chandler 110 The Glut Road, Raglan VIC 3373 03 5349 7381 info@cavehillcreek.com.au cavehillcreek.com.au

CLAREMONT GUEST HOUSE

Privately owned.

TOWN: SOUTH YARRA

SETTING: 0.2ha urban setting.

ACCOMMODATION: 135. 77 rooms in 1 building. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen, bedding and towels supplied, bunks, heating, fan cooling.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 10. Maximum 100. One teacher per 15 students.

CATERING: Breakfast + GST included in rates. We can do to-go lunch packs. Evening meals easily arranged nearby. Dietaries catered for. No self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Breakfast room, lounge, internet, laundry, 24 hour reception, TV, desk and light, clothes rack, luggage storage, indoor meeting room, 23 bathrooms.

OTHER INFORMATION: Melbourne CBD (10 minutes), Yarra River, cinemas, cafés, restaurants, shops, parks, ovals, BBQ areas, gardens, gym, train/tram (100m from front door). Safety briefing on arrival.

RESOURCES NEARBY: South Yarra Station 100m, Chapel Street 100m.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT John Lindros 1034 Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079 03 5768 2376 or 03 9497 2899 info@auscamp.com.au auscamp.com.au

CONTACT Angela Haughey

189 Toorak Road, South Yarra VIC 3141 03 9826 8000

2ic@hotelclaremont.com hotelclaremont.com

CLIFFORD PARK ACTIVITY CENTRE

Privately owned by Scouts Australia, Victoria.

TOWN: WONGA PARK

SETTING: 19.6ha freehold property nestled in a bend of the Yarra River with Warrandyte State Park on three sides. Access to State Park and to the Yarra River.

ACCESSIBILITY: All buildings accessible, most paths manageable for wheelchairs.

ACCOMMODATION: 66 in bunk beds (5x6, 7x4, 1x8) heating, cooling. Camping for 400. Caravan sites available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups to share.

CATERING: Full catering available also facilities for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, separate recreation/training room both with heating, cooling and AV equipped.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 2ha open grass area, 24 element ropes course, 2 orienteering courses, 2 fully enclosed activity shelters, stage, all faiths chapel, BMX track, sand volleyball, billy cart hill, waterslide, water activities. Additional charge for abseiling, crate stacking, archery, canoeing, bush boards, bikes.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Enquiries/Bookings

5-7 Clifford Drive, Wonga Park VIC 3115 03 9722 1471 or 0417 596 566 info@cliffordpark.com https://cliffordpark.com

COONAWARRA FARM RESORT

Privately owned.

TOWN: GLENALADALE

SETTING: 340ha bush setting with 2 campsites.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, toilet/ shower facilities, all pathways, most activities, single beds.

ACCOMMODATION: 336. 4 S/C cabins each sleeping 6-8 people, 40 rooms over 2 camps sleeping 6-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, blankets.

CATERING: Full catering available for a minimum group size of 40 people. Self catering facilities available at both campsites.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, separate function room, 2 dining rooms, 3 separate recreation rooms.

ACTIVITIES: Flying fox, climbing wall, giant swing, ropes course, horse riding, swimming pools, maze, tennis/basketball courts, canoeing, archery, beach volleyball, bushwalking, hut building, fishing etc. Supervised activities may incur a fee.

CLUB LORNE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: LORNE

SETTING: Beach frontage on foreshore reserve.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request.

ACCOMMODATION: 79. 7 bunkrooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds. Tent accommodation for up to 35 extra campers.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 35.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Carpeted dining room, recreation room, table tennis, pool table, indoor sports/games equipment, TV, projector, DVD, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Learn to surf, sit on top ocean kayak lessons, surf survival course, beach activities, boogie boards, wetsuits provided, BBQ area, mini surf carnival, charges apply for all surf related activities.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. 3 day camp - Surf Stars, 4 day camp - Surf Legends, 5 day camp - Surf Gurus. We are COVID-19 safe approved.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Philip Sutton PO Box 139, Lorne VIC 3232 03 5289 2404 or 0409 805 843 philipjsutton7@gmail.com clublorne.com.au

COASTAL FOREST LODGE

TOWN: ANGLESEA

SETTING: Pristine rural and natural bush environment (196 acres), opposite Anglesea Heath National Park, abundant wildlife, onsite and offsite adventure and environmental activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 85. Exclusive hire. Ensuited cabins, bunks, no curfew.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum charge applies. CATERING: Full catering or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, fully equipped kitchen, rec room with table tennis and air hockey, two meeting rooms, stage, TVs, DVD, microphone, whiteboard, indoor mini-golf and archery.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Two BBQs, picnic area, bushwalks, petting paddock, yabbying, basketball, volleyball, cricket pitch, sandpit, low ropes, photo trail, orienteering, initiative activities, campfire, bush shelters and more.

OTHER INFORMATION: Commercial activity providers available for surfing, kayaking, mountain biking, horse riding, bush dancing and more.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Great Ocean Road, Torquay, beaches, Great Otway National Park, bike tracks and golf.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Iona Roberts PO Box 133, Anglesea VIC 3230 0421 049 754 info@coastalforestlodge.com.au coastalforestlodge.com.au

DEAKIN RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

TOWN: WARRNAMBOOL SETTING: Set on the banks of the Hopkins River, close to local surf beaches and tourist attractions.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessibility access accommodation facilities are available.

ACCOMMODATION: 152. University style, self contained units with shared bathroom, kitchen, dining and lounge facilities. Each person is accommodated in their own furnished bedroom with heater. Units range from 4-21 bedroom. Linen, beds, pillows, blankets and basic kitchen appliances and utensils provided.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None.

CATERING: Kitchen facilities are provided for self catering.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, oval, recreational fishing/boating on Hopkins River, tennis/netball/ basketball courts.

OTHER INFORMATION: Parking, local bus service, V/Line train station on campus.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Shopping centre, restaurant, service station, takeaway providers.

CONTACT Louis and Krystal Ciaglia 3545 Bairnsdale-Dargo Road, Glenaladale VIC 3864 03 5157 6315

info@coonawarraresort.com.au coonawarraresort.com.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Warrnambool Residential Services PO Box 496, Warrnambool VIC 3280 03 5563 3111

wsradmin@deakin.edu.au deakin.edu.au

DON BOSCO CAMP

Managed by Salesians of Don Bosco.

TOWN: SAFETY BEACH

SETTING: 5ha beach setting with grassy parklands.

ACCESSIBILITY: Building entrances, dining room, accommodation, toilets and showers.

ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 138. 4 dormitories of 32 beds with 4-5 rooms in each, bedrooms and bathrooms under one roof, ensuited rooms for staff, bunks, heating. Additional 10 beds available in beach house.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 45 for catered camps.

CATERING: Full and self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 11 indoor break out rooms. Chapel, half court gym, 3 multi-purpose halls, dining room, commercial kitchen, games hall.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 200m walk to beach, 2 ovals, initiative activities, camp fire, outdoor seating.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident director. Perfect setting for retreats. Ideal layout for music camp. Full school programs available; primary and secondary. Convenient location, close to Mornington Peninsula attractions; surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, Enchanted Adventure Garden, boat charters, sea kayaking, bike tours, Moonlit Sanctuary, Local Indigenous experiences and more.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Paul Poutney, Director 52-62 Dromana Parade, Safety Beach VIC 3936 03 5987 2692 dbc@dbcc.org.au dbcc.org.au

CYC ADANAC

Managed by Christian Youth Camps Limited.

TOWN: YARRA JUNCTION

SETTING: 13 acre parkland with lake and views of the Yarra Valley.

ACCOMMODATION: 10-130+ guests. 2-8 people per room. Bedroom and bathroom under one roof. Double and single bunk beds. Pillows, heating. Extensive verandahs with views.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, several meeting rooms, Wi-Fi, AV equipment, staging. Basketball stadium, games/recreation rooms, treadwall, table tennis, foosball, air hockey.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying fox, waterslide, water trampoline, canoeing, archery, low ropes, raft making, mountain boarding, camp cooking, beach volleyball, campfire, mountain biking, disc golf, sports field, cage soccer.

OTHER INFORMATION: Activity Risk Assessments for all activities, personalised programs, qualified staff for adventure activities, transport arrangements.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Healesville Sanctuary, Hedgend Maze, Yarra Ranges Aquatic Centre, Warburton Trail, Maroondah Dam, Badger Weir.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT CYC Adanac

47 Hoddle Street, Yarra Junction VIC 3797 03 5967 1594 adanac@cyc.org.au adanac.cyc.org.au

CYC FOREST EDGE

Managed by Christian Youth Camps Limited.

TOWN: NEERIM EAST

SETTING: 120 acres on Latrobe River bank.

ACCOMMODATION: 10-220+ guests in McKerlie Creek Cabins & Latrobe Lodges. Double & single beds, bunks, pillows, heating, beautiful scenic setting. Also a safe & controlled tent experience.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 200 person A/C auditorium, dining room, sports stadium, high climbing wall, games/recreation hall, 5 conference rooms with audio visual equipment, laundry, dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying fox, high/low ropes course, water activities, oval, BBQ, initiatives, archery, forest walks, campfire, disc golf, camp cooking, river sledding.

OTHER INFORMATION: Risk management plans available for all activities. Personalised program. Qualified staff available for all specialised program activities. Resident staff. Transport can be arranged. Holiday camp program offered during school holidays.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mt Baw Baw, snowfields, Tooronga waterfalls, Noojee Tressle Bridge.

CONTACT CYC Forest Edge 405 McKenzie Road, Neerim East VIC 3831 03 5628 4224 or 1800 TO STAY forestedge@cyc.org.au forestedge.cyc.org.au

CYC CITY

Managed by Christian Youth Camps Limited. TOWN: CBD MELBOURNE

SETTING: Melbourne CBD. Corner of Collins and King Streets. 3 minute walk from Southern Cross Station.

ACCOMMODATION: 15-220+ guests. Rooms sleep 2-6, all with ensuites, full linen and air conditioning.

CATERING: Full catering provided, including packed lunches for groups offsite for the day.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Secured accommodation area and function room for each group. Quality AV equipment. Free Wi-Fi. Separate classroom spaces for hire.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Easy walk or tram ride to most city landmarks and attractions, including Southbank and Docklands.

OTHER INFORMATION: Catering exclusively for school groups during school terms. Available to church, youth and community groups on weekends and at other times – no backpackers or individual bookings. Site fully secured with key tag access. Resident caretaker. Staff assistance and resources available to help plan your city program.

RESOURCES NEARBY: All of Melbourne’s CBD.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT CYC City 538 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 03 9614 8632 cityadmin@cyc.org.au city.cyc.org.au

CYC PHILLIP ISLAND ADVENTURE RESORT

Managed by Christian Youth Camps Limited. TOWN: COWES

SETTING: 100 acres coastal setting 900m to beach.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible to all.

ACCOMMODATION: 20-550+ guests in 99 ensuited rooms. Fully A/C throughout. Linen available. Queen and single beds, pillows. Also a fully equipped group Adventure Campground.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Conferencing facilities, Wi-Fi, 4 dining rooms, 4 function rooms, 2 games rooms, 13 breakout rooms, auditorium, stage, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Includes 2 solar heated and 1 indoor heated pool. 4 ovals, 2 lakes, 4 tennis/basketball courts, canoes, archery, 3 giant swings, 4 flying foxes, 4 high/low ropes, 2 initiative courses, campfires, BBQs, eco activities.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff. Resident caretaker. Transport arranged. Comprehensive support available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Beaches, surfing, penguins, nature park, koalas, pelicans, A Maze ’N Things.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT CYC Phillip Island Adventure Resort 1775-1801 Phillip Island Road, Cowes VIC 3922 03 5952 2417 or 1800 006 399 piar@cyc.org.au piar.cyc.org.au

CYC THE ISLAND

Managed by Christian Youth Camps Limited. TOWN: COWES

ACCESSIBILITY: All building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 15-200+ guests in 40 ensuited rooms. Linen available, double/single beds and bunks, pillows, doonas, heating.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 2 dining rooms, 3 function rooms, 5 breakout rooms, indoor basketball stadium, climbing wall, pianos, stage, free Wi-Fi, conferencing facilities, laundry, drying facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, playground, oval, circatron, low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, giant swing, archery, beaches (600m), trampolines, solar heated swimming pool, bicycles.

OTHER INFORMATION: Comprehensive support material available for all activities. Staff available to facilitate programs and transport arrangements. Commercial activity providers available for surfing lessons, sea kayaking, eco programs.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Penguins, tourist attractions.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT CYC The Island 41-53 Church Street, Cowes VIC 3922 03 5952 2201 or 1300 4 CAMPS theisland@cyc.org.au theisland.cyc.org.au

DOXA CITY CAMP AT HOTEL CLAREMONT

Privately owned.

TOWN: SOUTH YARRA SETTING: City camp.

ACCESSIBILITY: No lift or accessible bathrooms, but an accessible apartment in the nearby area can be arranged if need be.

ACCOMMODATION: Groups up to 80 people. Room size: 4-16. All linen supplied, no sleeping bags required.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 10. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Arrangements can be made on your behalf to dine at one of a number of culturally diverse cafés and restaurants to enhance your CBD experience.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, laundry, Wi-Fi available.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Located in South Yarra with excellent access to transport, so the list of things to see and do is endless.

OTHER INFORMATION: 24hr reception. Keypad card access. Substantial subsidies available for disadvantaged school groups and not-for-profits.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Camp Manager PO Box 13121, Law Courts VIC 8010 03 9046 8200 camps@doxa.org.au doxa.org.au

FEATHERTOP CHALET

Privately owned.

TOWN: HARRIETVILLE

SETTING: 6ha bush setting with river frontage.

ACCOMMODATION: 300. 33 ensuite rooms across 3 separate lodges, each with large common rooms (kitchen, dining and lounge). Separate coach driver/staff accommodation available.

CATERING: Fully catered or self cater option.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, lounges, conference centre with presentation & conference equipment, Wi-Fi, indoor pool, recreation hall, games room, breakout spaces.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High ropes, tree climbing, mini-golf, river tubing, kayaking, mountain biking, initiative activities, archery, playground, BBQs, campfires, tennis, volleyball, foosball, sports fields.

OTHER INFORMATION: Onsite adventure activity and retreat packages available. Optional environmental, historical and specialist Indigenous programs as well as external activities including snow skiing, abseiling and trout fishing available. Resident managers. Qualified & experienced staff.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Alpine National Park, Ovens River, Harrietville Gold Museum, ski resorts.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Feathertop Chalet

22 Bon Accord Track, Harrietville VIC 3741 03 5759 2688

reservations@feathertopchalet.org.au feathertopchalet.org.au

DOXA MALMSBURY CAMP

Managed by Doxa Youth Foundation.

TOWN: MALMSBURY SETTING: 2.8ha bush setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Check suitability on request. Accessible areas: some building entries, some pathways.

ACCOMMODATION: 71 beds in 20 bedrooms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40 (negotiable). CATERING: Full catering provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, separate recreation room with stage, open fire, home theatre, cordless microphone and data projector. Games rooms with billiard table and table tennis, indoor basketball court.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Camping, high/low ropes, giant swing, climbing/abseiling tower, playground, trampolines, oval, outdoor campfire, archery range, undercover seating. Doxa Malmsbury Camp provides a high quality rural experience and substantial subsidies are available for groups which provide services to disadvantaged young people.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Administration PO Box 197, Malmsbury VIC 3446 03 5473 4310 malmsburycamp@doxa.org.au doxa.org.au/malmsbury-camp

FERNGULLY LODGE

Privately owned.

TOWN: HEALESVILLE SETTING: 11 acres of lawn and ferns. ACCOMMODATION: 126. 21 rooms. Bunkhouse accommodation. 4 ensuited rooms. Heated. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 2 halls, dining room, rec room, table tennis, air hockey, soccer table, data projector, inhouse theatres, A/C.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Giant swing, leap of faith, volleyball, nitro swing, low ropes, traverse wall, 2 trampolines, BBQ, campfire area, initiative activities, archery, sun protected salt swimming pool, hut building, commando course, twin zip gliders, high ropes course (5 elements).

OTHER INFORMATION: Well known music training retreat. Religious retreats. Onsite activity providers, school and youth groups.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Maroondah Dam, Healesville Sanctuary, Badger Weir, Puffing Billy.

EDMUND RICE SERVICES – MT ATKINSON

Privately owned.

TOWN: TRUGANINA

SETTING: 500ha of grassland within outer ring of metropolitan Melbourne.

ACCOMMODATION: Camping is permitted onsite in specific locations.

CATERING: Full catering and self catering is available in homestead kitchen, BBQ facilities.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Small group spaces within homestead and large tin shed/recreation space. Table tennis, indoor basketball.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High ropes course, crate stack, possum glider, leap of faith, giant’s ladder, lillypads, low ropes activities. Mixture of 14km dirt road and single track for beginner mountain bike, trail running or walking, archery, art in nature, nature play area, hut making, bush cooking. Small group meeting spaces.

OTHER INFORMATION: Mountain bikes and kid’s bikes available for hire. Community based groups welcome. Programs can be organised for different aims and objectives.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Brisbane Ranges, Melbourne CBD, You Yangs, Port Phillip Bay.

CONTACT Mark Monahan

121-179 Greigs Road, Truganina VIC 3029 0447 379 023 mmonahan@edmundrice.org mtatkinsoncommunitycentre.org

FOREST LODGE FARM

Privately owned. Owners live onsite.

TOWN: JACK RIVER

SETTING: 50 acres of flat open land, overlooking beautiful Strzelecki Mountains and dairy farms. ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. ACCOMMODATION: 112. Lodge style accommodation, 15 bedrooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Min fee applies.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large dining room with separate teachers’ kitchenette, lounge room, full AV equipment, open fire and air conditioning, separate recreation room with table tennis and stage.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Grassy sports oval, campfires, swimming pool, giant swing, flying fox, canoes, raft building, archery, bush cooking, hut building, disc golf, low ropes and initiatives course, volleyball, basketball, bushwalks, fun mud run.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Onsite owners. Transport can be arranged. Lesson plans and risk assessments provided.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Tess and Jason Galante PO Box 238, Healesville VIC 3777 03 5962 4232 admin@ferngullylodge.com.au ferngullylodge.com.au

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT John or Olga 52 Forest Lodge Road, Jack River VIC 3971 03 5184 1264 info@forestlodgefarm.com.au forestlodgefarm.com.au

GILWELL PARK

Managed by Scout Association VIC.

TOWN: GEMBROOK

SETTING: 185ha bushland setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Most building entrances, dining, accom, toilet/shower facilities, some activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 212 beds. 3 lodges accommodating 36-40, 8 sleeping huts 8, 3 small group accommodation 8-10. Self catered kitchens available. Tent camping sites with amenities and camp kitchens.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None.

CATERING: Full or self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 2 large group self cater kitchens, 3 hall/recreation spaces – AV ready, open fire, internet and phone.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Climbing & abseiling tower, high & low ropes, flying fox, leap of faith, crate stacking, gauntlet obstacle course, archery, bush hut building. Nature trail, BBQ facilities, basketball/ volleyball court, trampolines, outdoor shelter amphitheatre, orienteering course, large chess.

OTHER INFORMATION: Qualified activity staff.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Puffing Billy, Kurth Kiln.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Bookings Coordinator PO Box 166, Gembrook VIC 3783 03 5967 8888

info@gilwellpark.com scoutsvictoria.com.au/ about-us/campsites/gilwell-park

GRAMPIANS RETREAT

TOWN: DUNKELD

SETTING: 80 acres bush, wetlands, river flats, river, Grampians National Park.

ACCESSIBILITY: Dining, rec room, accom, toilet/ shower facilities, disability accommodation/toilet/ shower facilities, bush trails & activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 92 hardtop, 120 hard/soft top. 13 rooms accommodating 2-12 people 4 rooms (ensuites), 4 amenity blocks. Tents/glamping tents, RV, camping & caravan sites available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 25.

CATERING: Catered or self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation hall, AV equipment, projector & screen (indoor cinema), surround sound, table tennis, air hockey, TV, laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, outdoor dining, heated pool, campfire, giant swing, flying fox, ropes course, team activities, archery, frisbee golf, trails, games area, navigation, bush cooking, rock climbing, abseiling, mountain biking, canoeing, art activities, cultural awareness, water science & ecological activities, environmental activities, sustainable permaculture system onsite.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident managers, experienced program staff, great food. QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Grampians Retreat PO Box 55, Dunkeld VIC 3294 03 5577 2257

info@grampiansretreat.com.au grampiansretreat.com.au

GOLDEN VALLEYS CAMP

TOWN: FLINDERS

SETTING: 76 acres of bushland backing onto the Mornington Peninsula National Park.

ACCESSIBILITY: 115 beds in total. 6 dormitory style cabins under the one roof. All with ensuites, heating, cooling & comfortable spring mattresses.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Seasonal minimum charge, ranging from 30-50 ppl.

CATERING: Options of fully catered or self catered.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room that extends into recreational room. These rooms include heating, cooling, fireplace, TV & tech equipment. Large barn used for archery & indoor games.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Pool, giant swing, flying fox, leap of faith, milkcrate stacking, obstacle course, low ropes course, team building activities, hut building, creek studies, beach volleyball, soccer field, campfire, billy tea & damper area.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available, Resident Manager.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mornington Peninsula National Park, Bay & surf beaches, wineries, mazes, Eagle Chairlift, Arthurs Seat Park.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Ali Hansen

151 Baldrys Road, Flinders VIC 3929 03 5989 6213 ali@goldenvalleys.com.au goldenvalleys.com.au

GRANTVILLE LODGE

Owned by Uniting Church Australia. TOWN: GRANTVILLE

SETTING: 30.6ha bushland, pastures & farm feel.

ACCOMMODATION: 150. 13 cabins each accommodating 4-10 people, bunk style accom, air conditioned and ensuited. 2 Homesteads accommodating 10-20 people. Some wheelchair accessibility.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 2 dining halls, games room, chapel, piano, open fire, table tennis, video projector, PA system, DVD, other breakout spaces.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Self-led and facilitated activities, ovals, campfire area, volleyball, giant swing, low & high ropes course, initiative activities, archery, swimming pool, mountain biking, canoeing, bushwalking, orienteering and farm activities.

OTHER INFORMATION: Duty manager on call 24 hours a day when group is onsite. Activity program staff available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Phillip Island attractions.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Grantville Lodge PO Box 47, Grantville VIC 3984 03 5678 8370

grantville@uccamping.org.au uccamping.org.au

GRAMPIANS ECO YHA

TOWN: HALLS GAP

SETTING: Located at the doorway to the Grampians National Park.

ACCOMMODATION: Guests are accommodated across a spread of room types (double, twin, family 4 share, 3 and 4 share dorms including bunks). Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen, pillows, blankets and doonas provided, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 1.

CATERING: Two self catering kitchens and other options available, please enquire.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, TV lounge, reading lounge, indoor games equipment, laundry and free Wi-Fi in common areas.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ facilities and multiple outdoor seating areas. Local kangaroos often visit the property’s lawns. Onsite rainwater tanks, solar panels and waste recycling to reduce their impact on the environment. Bus and car parking.

OTHER INFORMATION: Eggs from chickens and herbs from garden available for guest use. Rent-aYHA scheme available – have exclusive use of half or all of the property, sleeps up to 65 people.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Grampians National Park, McKenzie Falls, Halls Gap Zoo, rock climbing, bushwalking and mountain biking tracks.

CONTACT Grampians Eco YHA Cnr Grampians & Buckler Rds, Halls Gap VIC 3381 03 5356 4544 grampians@yha.com.au yhagroups.com.au

GUNDIWINDI LODGE

Privately owned.

TOWN: WANDIN NORTH

SETTING: 10ha rural bushland and farm surrounds.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: Most building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, all pathways, some activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 114. 19 rooms. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating, blankets available. Tents available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40. Min charge applies. CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Air conditioned dining room, recreation hall, leaders’ lounge, air conditioned conference room, TV, CD, DVD, OHP, device connectivity, whiteboards, screen, meeting rooms, table tennis, air hockey.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying fox, giant swing, low ropes course, initiative activities, campfire, archery, night trail and many more.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary, Lilydale Lake, Mont DeLancey, Silvan Dam, Warburton Rail Trail and many more.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Tracey and Daniel Alderman PO Box 26, Wandin North VIC 3139 03 9737 9512 gundiwindi@gundiwindi.com.au gundiwindi.com.au

HALLS GAP BAPTIST CENTRE

Managed by Baptist Camping Victoria Inc.

TOWN: HALLS GAP

SETTING: A small site in the middle of the picturesque town of Halls Gap situated in the Grampians.

ACCESSIBILITY: When booking the camp for over 30 people all areas are available. The flats are an extra cost if under 30 people and can be booked separately.

ACCOMMODATION: 50 people in the camp. Toilets are separate from the sleeping blocks and there is also a one bedroom and a 2 bedroom self contained flat onsite.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20 campers for the camp.

CATERING: Self catered, but could look at catering if required.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large kitchen, dining room, large hall/recreation room, table tennis table.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, fire pit and basketball ring.

OTHER INFORMATION: Caretakers look after the site. Bookings are made through the Baptist Camping office in Anglesea.

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Baptist Camping Victoria 69-71 Grampians Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381 03 5263 3222 office@baptistcamping.com.au baptistcamping.com.au

ILUKA RETREAT & CAMPS

Privately owned.

TOWN: MORNINGTON PENINSULA

SETTING: Stunning 36 acre camp. Walk to beaches and national parks.

ACCESSIBILITY: All accommodation areas and bathrooms. Camp has paths to access all areas.

ACCOMMODATION: 2 lodges for up to 100 plus onsite private campground and glamping village. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, doonas, pillows, fans, heating. Family, youth, community, corporate & school camps with/without programs.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Small & large welcome.

CATERING: Catered or self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Open plan dining/rec room, carpeted lounge, TV/DVD, laundry, heating, fans.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Activities: snorkel, bike riding, kayaking, team building, ropes, tree climb, SUP, scuba dive, swimming pool or lake.

OTHER INFORMATION: Marine and outdoor education programs and camps, Victorian Hall of Fame Adventure Winner.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Peninsula Hot Springs, Point Nepean NP, Bayplay Adventure Tours.

HIGH COUNTRY CAMP

Privately owned. TOWN: TALLANGATTA VALLEY SETTING: 72ha farm and bush.

ACCOMMODATION: 92. 24 rooms, 3 leaders’ rooms with ensuites, plus leaders’ retreat with 3 bedrooms and lounge. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof. 2 separate camp sites.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Small groups welcome. CATERING: Full catering or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, sports stadium with climbing wall, data projector, indoor/ outdoor movie screen, table tennis, foosball table.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ and outdoor eating area in lovely gardens. Flying fox, climbing walls, abseiling, low ropes course, huge dam, kayaking, fishing, cable bridge, swimming pool, archery, campfires, leadership, initiative and trust courses.

OTHER INFORMATION: Adventure based activity camp, farm animal interactions and goat dairy. Resident managers and qualified staff to facilitate activities.

RESOURCES NEARBY: High Country Rail Trail, Lake Hume, historical towns, 4WD tracks.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Brian and Tanya McErlain 768 Tallangatta Creek Road, Tallangatta Valley VIC 3701 02 6072 5555

tanya@highcountrycamp.com.au highcountrycamp.com.au

JUMBUK PARK

TOWN: JUMBUK

SETTING: 320 acres native bush setting on a hilltop with panoramic views of the Strzelecki Ranges.

ACCOMMODATION: 60. 6 ensuited cabins sleeping 9 each, plus a teacher’s ensuite cabin sleeping 6.

CATERING: Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, rumpus room, teachers’ lounge/bar, indoor gamers room, giant movie projector, table tennis, table soccer, craft and multi-purpose buildings, large shed/stables for escape room challenge activity.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 15 sit on kayaks, archery, beach volleyball, high and low ropes courses, bouldering wall, initiative course, swimming, raft making, bushwalking, orienteering, campfire area, BBQ, trampolines, bush hut building, camping areas (tents supplied), mini-golf, the swings.

OTHER INFORMATION: Activity camps with program staff. Relax, enjoy the view, explore the bush and look at local wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, lyrebirds and echidnas.

HOWMANS GAP ALPINE CENTRE

Managed by Victorian YMCA.

TOWN: FALLS CREEK

SETTING: 4.5ha bush setting in National Park.

ACCESSIBILITY: 34 bed 6 rooms fully accessible facility with changing places bathroom. Checklist available. Most building entrances, dining and accom, toilet/shower facilities, pathways, some activities, single beds available.

ACCOMMODATION: 210 beds. 40 rooms for 2-7. Bed/bathrooms under 1 roof, linen (charge), bunks, pillows, blankets, heating. 1 x 8 bed, S/C cottages.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 30 in main accom, (not including self contained cottages). Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining, lounge, indoor sports/games, climbing wall, conference room, DVD, AV equipment, laundry, drying facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High/low ropes, archery, initiative games, canoes, giant swing, orienteering, mountain bikes, day and overnight journeys, abseiling, rock climbing, Bogong High Plains.

QTF_CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Michael Jowett, RMB 2587, Bogong High Plains Rd, Falls Creek VIC 3699 03 5758 3228 howmansgap@ymca.org.au camps.ymca.org.au/howmansgap-alpine-centre

KALYNA SKI CLUB

Kalyna Ski Club is accessible to all, throughout the year.

TOWN: HOTHAM HEIGHTS

SETTING: Great Alpine Road Mt Hotham, with easy access to the General Store.

ACCESSIBILITY: Internal and external stairs. 25m from roadside parking.

ACCOMMODATION: 77 in 16 newly renovated rooms all with ensuites. Limited separate staff teacher accommodation. Kalyna comprises of large formal lounge area, separate TV room, and additional basement games/informal lounge area. Open fire, full equipped commercial kitchen, Foxtel, onsite Wi-Fi.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: No minimum group size, minimum nightly rate applies.

CATERING: Self catering only (contacts on file for those requiring cook for their group).

RESOURCES NEARBY: With rangers on the mountain, historical education as well as conservation and outdoor activities is on offer to all ages. The area is well known for mountain biking, hiking, fishing, 4WDing, conservation education and houses one of the few flora and fauna revegetation programs. Whether you approach from the North Eastern Valley Region or the South East Coast, it’s sure to be an epic adventure.

Iluka Retreat and Camps 03 5989 8505 groups@ilukaretreat.com.au ilukaretreat.com.au

CONTACT Laura Myer 1720 Jumbuk Road, Jumbuk VIC 3869 0439 778 300 laura.k.myer@gmail.com jumbukpark.com.au

CONTACT Bookings Officer

10 Davenport Drive, Hotham Heights VIC 3741 1800 633 611 bookings@kalyna.com.au kalyna.com.au

KANGAROOBIE

Privately owned.

TOWN: PRINCETOWN

SETTING: 850ha farm setting adjacent to beach, river and national parks.

ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair access.

ACCOMMODATION: 190. 18 rooms in 3 bunkhouses each accommodating 4 or 12. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, 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, projector and sound system.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Canoeing, BBQ, obstacle course, initiative activities, nature trails, farm activities, bush craft, bushwalking, fishing, Aboriginal interpretation.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Extra cost for surfing, horse riding, bush dancing.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Port Campbell NP, Great Otway NP, Melba Gully State Park, Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, Cape Otway Lightstation.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Matt and Sophie Bowker

Old Ocean Road, Princetown VIC 3269 03 5598 8151 or 0427 101 870 kangaroobie@kangaroobie.com kangaroobie.com

KOOLAMURT PARK SCOUT CAMP

Managed by Bendigo District Scouts.

TOWN: BENDIGO

SETTING: 15ha bush camp adjacent to Greater Bendigo National Park.

ACCOMMODATION: 56. 6 cabins sleep 5 in each, 2 cabins sleep 2 in each, dormitory sleeps 22. Bunks, beds.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Groups will be charged for a minimum of 20 overnight guests per night.

CATERING: Kitchen facilities available for self catering. Full catering available by request.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, separate recreation hall, meeting/function rooms, projectors, DVD player, TV and open fire.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, campfire, bush golf, access to mountain bike and walking trails, orienteering.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident rangers.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Bendigo Pottery, indoor sports, swimming pools, Discovery Science and Technology Centre, The Zone Fun Park (laser tag, go carts, mini golf, rollerskating & arcade games), Ironbark Riding Centre, Central Deborah Gold Mine, Talking Tram Tour, Chinese museum and gardens, numerous galleries, markets, wineries. Bus at front gate.

CONTACT Koolamurt Rangers

44 Mandurang Road, Spring Gully VIC 3550 03 5441 3881 rangers@koolamurt.com.au koolamurt.com.au

KAROONDA PARK

Privately owned.

TOWN: GELANTIPY SETTING: 850ha farm setting near national park and river.

ACCOMMODATION: 100. A range of accommodation including cabins, dorms and a lodge. Bunks, double beds, pillows, doonas and heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 35. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation room with rock climbing wall, open fire, table tennis, laundry, drying facilities, badminton court, billiards table and projector.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying fox, abseiling, horse riding, swimming pool, BBQ, tennis court, low ropes, initiative activities, yabby dam, orienteering, basketball half court, bushwalking, disc golf, canoeing and rafting on the Snowy River.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Alpine National Park, Buchan Caves, Wild Caves, Snowy River, Little River Falls and Gorge, High Country, Tulloch Ard Gorge.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Paul and Judi Sykes

Gelantipy Road, Gelantipy VIC 3885 03 5155 0220 enquiries@karoondapark.com.au karoondapark.com

KRYAL CASTLE

TOWN: BALLARAT

SETTING: Medieval Castle.

ACCESSIBILITY: All buildings, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 100 students and 9 adults. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof. Teacher rooms with ensuite and kitchenette. Additional Caravan Park Accommodation and Cabins available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups use a base price.

CATERING: Full catering provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/rec room, theatre, archery, Wizard Tower, Torture Chamber, Throne Room, Black Smith, Specialty Shops, ClimbBounce Room, Heating/Cooling, AV Equipment, Wi-Fi.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Playground, Picnic Area, Stone Maze, Tournament Arena, Nature Reserve Walking Track, Animals, Jump Pad.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident manager. Day and night programs available with over 25 activities to choose from including sword training, leather working, medieval theatre and games.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife Park, Gold Rush Mini Golf, Ballarat Regent Multiplex, Kirks Reservoir, Ballarat Indoor Go-Karts, Laserforce and Ten Pin Bowling.

CONTACT Hayley Beacham, Education Manager 121 Forbes Road, Leigh Creek VIC 3352 03 5334 8503

education@kryalcastle.com.au kryalcastle.com.au

KINGLAKE FOREST ADVENTURES CAMP

TOWN: KINGLAKE WEST

SETTING: 800ha of forests on the King Parrot Creek. ACCESSIBILITY: Disabled parking, building entrances and toilet/shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 120 beds hardtop, 75 tents. Parks Victoria Licenced Tour Operator for hikes in Kinglake, Grampians and Wilsons Prom under One Planet canvas.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room with full AV equipment, sky chairs and bean bags. Other indoor spaces include teachers retreat, training room and meeting room. All rooms heated/cooled. Dining and teachers retreat with beautiful double sided slow combustion heaters and chesterfield lounge suites.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Huge undercover area, treetops course, zipline, leap of faith, inground pool, volleyball, initiatives, mountain biking, campsites and wallaby enclosure.

OTHER INFORMATION: Accredited to deliver Journey Development Programs camps.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Colin French PO Box 1021, Kinglake West VIC 3757 03 5786 5230 info@kfacamp.com.au kfacamp.com.au

LADY NORTHCOTE RECREATION CAMP

Managed by Victorian YMCA. TOWN: ROWSLEY

SETTING: 26ha rural setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Access to all buildings and 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.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/rec room, 3 meeting rooms, conference room, indoor sports/games equip, DVD, whiteboard, AV equip, games room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, oval, campfire areas, basketball, tennis court, low and high ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, giant swing, archery, pool, mountain bikes, canoes.

OTHER INFORMATION: Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Rob Cummins 1273 Glenmore Road, Rowsley VIC 3340 03 5369 2224 ladynorthcote@ymca.org.au camps.ymca.org.au

LAKE DEWAR LODGE YMCA

Owned by Victorian YMCA.

TOWN: MYRNIONG

SETTING: 89ha bush and lakeside setting near river. Dining room and accommodation overlooking lake.

ACCOMMODATION: 160. 30 rooms in 4 lodges. Linen (charge), bunks, pillows, heating. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 30. CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, separate recreation/auditorium, 3 extra breakout rooms, lounge area, pool table, indoor sports games equipment, PA, data projector, screen, laundry, drying facilities, day visit area.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, oval, lake, swimming, walking/jogging trails, canoes, mountain bikes, fishing, orienteering, kayaking, archery, raft building, environmental activities, team building, adventure racing, stand-up paddle boarding, dual flying fox, adventure tunnelling, tennis/basketball court, half court basketball, playground, campfire pit, beach volleyball.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Camp equipment available at our campground.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Greg Mason

339 Garrards Lane, Myrniong VIC 3341 03 5368 7459 lakedewarlodge@ymca.org.au camps.ymca.org.au

LICOLA WILDERNESS VILLAGE

TOWN: LICOLA SETTING: 13.76ha wilderness bush setting near river and national park.

ACCESSIBILITY: 21 bed specialised double cabin meeting all regulations. Dining and selection of activities. Sealed road/pathways.

ACCOMMODATION: 270. 16 cabins each accommodating 10-22 people. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Not applicable.

CATERING: Full catering provided for groups of 40+. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 3 dining rooms, recreation room, sports stadium, chapel, wood burning heater, piano, stage, TV, DVD, data projector, screen, whiteboard, laundry, PA system.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Abseiling, archery, canoes, climbing wall, crate stack, flying fox, giant swing, high and low ropes, leap of faith, raft building, bouldering, camping out, disc golf, gaga pit, hiking, initiatives, liberty swing, mini-golf, obstacle course, orienteering, playground, quick jump, swimming pool, trampolines, BBQ and campfire.

OTHER INFORMATION: Open 365 days, dog friendly.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Licola Wilderness Village Jamieson Road, Licola VIC 3858 03 5148 8791

camping@licola.org.au licola.org.au

LAKE TYERS CAMP AND CARAVAN PARK

Managed by Uniting Church in Australia. TOWN: LAKE TYERS BEACH

SETTING: 2ha bushland setting near beach.

ACCOMMODATION: 90. 22 cabins each accommodating 5-8 people. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, beds, bunks, pillows and heating. Doonas, blankets and towels not provided. 65 tent/caravan sites are available for separate hire.

CATERING: Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Separate dining room, chapel, laundry, dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, playground, picnic area, oval, undercover areas, campfire area, volleyball.

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.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT The Manager

PO Box 129, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 03 5156 5530 ltcandcp@internode.on.net laketyerscaravanpark.com.au

LILYDALE LAKESIDE CAMP

TOWN: LILYDALE

SETTING: 10 acres open parkland with facilities as part of Box Hill Institute Campus.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available upon request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining & accommodation, showers/toilet facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 64+ beds in 16 villas. Beds/bathrooms under one roof. Linen available.

CATERING: Full in house catering & offsite catering packages available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Auditorium, conference facilities, café, meeting rooms & exhibition space.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Open parkland, access to Lillydale Lake & walking trails, access to Warburton Rail Trail, canoeing, mountain bikes, BBQ area.

OTHER INFORMATION: Fully self-contained 4 queen sized bedroom, 4bathroom apartments. In house cooking facilities available for self-catering. Breakfast provision available upon request. Access to Wi-Fi and Free parking. 24hour onsite security.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Public transport station, restaurants, pool, Lillydale Lake, picnic grounds, national parks, golf, Yarra River, rock climbing, canoeing, rafting, cycling, bushwalking, Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail, Puffing Billy, Yarra Valley Chocolatier, Healesville Sanctuary, Ada Tree Walk.

QTF ACCREDITED

CONTACT Belinda Kelly

1 Jarlo Drive, Lilydale VIC 3140 03 8892 2535 conferencing.lilydale@boxhill.edu.au lilydalelakeside.com.au

LAKEWOOD PARK CAMP

Under new management.

TOWN: PAYNESVILLE

SETTING: 100ha farmland and bush setting, overlooking lakes.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request.

ACCOMMODATION: 136 beds in two lodges with shared bathroom facilities.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required.

CATERING: Full or self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, breakout spaces, table tennis, pool table, open fire, DVD, overhead projector.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Low ropes course, initiative activities, flying fox, archery, canoes, raft making, hut building, volleyball, campfire area, BBQ area, oval, water skiing, sailing, stand-up paddle boards, mountain bikes, wildlife and nature activities.

OTHER INFORMATION: Commercial activity provider available through Halls Outdoor Education.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Lakewood Park Camp PO Box 328, Gembrook VIC 3783 03 5968 1739 info@hallsoutdoored.com.au lakewoodparkcamp.com.au

LITTLE DESERT NATURE LODGE

TOWN: NHILL

SETTING: Little Desert Nature Lodge is a unique place of beauty and tranquillity on the edge of the Little Desert National Park. The Lodge has an abundance of wildlife and ample opportunities to explore nature.

ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 130.

13 Bunkrooms: 2 bunks per room sleeps 4 with shared male & female amenities. 2 Captain’s Cabins: 2 bunks per room sleeps 4 with ensuite 9 standard twin share rooms with ensuite: sleeps 2 per room. 12 deluxe garden view ensuite rooms: various configurations. Powered and unpowered campsites available.

CATERING: Full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Licenced café and dining room (AV equipment available), conference room with whiteboard, TV, DVD, portable data projector, educational room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Camp kitchen, fire pit, outdoor classroom, waterhole, nature trails, birdwatching hides, picnic areas.

OTHER INFORMATION: Day hikes, bushwalking, birdwatching, retreats, initiative/team building, environmental education, nocturnal walk and animal feeding.

CONTACT Little Desert Nature Lodge 1457 Nhill-Harrow Road, Nhill VIC 3418 03 5391 5232 info@littledesertnaturelodge.com.au littledesertlodge.com.au

LOG CABIN CAMP

Privately owned. Resident owner/manager.

TOWN: CRESWICK

SETTING: 24ha bush setting next to state forest.

ACCOMMODATION: 190 (including 40 at separate Homestead). Main camp accommodates 150 (mainly in cabins with ensuites). Air conditioned leaders’ cabins.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Recreation room, dining room, small meeting room, open fire, combustion heater, table tennis, pool table, large screen TV, DVD, projector screen, whiteboard.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Giant swing, bungee trampoline, Clip-n-Climb, archery, flying fox, initiative activities, milk crate stacking, trampolines, canoes, swimming (lake), orienteering, raft building, 4 person leap of faith, commando course, oval, campfire areas, volleyball, basketball court, BBQ area, frisbee golf, dual zipline, possum glide, bushwalking.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Sovereign Hill, St Georges Lake, Prime Ministers Walk, Gold Museum, Creswick Museum, Eureka Centre.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Grant Laidlaw 270 Ascot Road, Creswick VIC 3363 03 5345 2756 admin@logcabincamp.com.au logcabincamp.com.au

LORNE BUSH HOUSE COTTAGES AND ECO RETREATS

Privately owned.

TOWN: LORNE

SETTING: 13 acres of beautiful bushland, just 5mins drive or 20mins walk from Lorne’s fantastic beaches, cafés and restaurants.

ACCOMMODATION: 5x 2 bedroom self contained cottages sleeps a max of 5 people in each. 1x 3 bedroom fully equipped Bush House, sleeps up to 9 people and 5x self contained Eco Retreats - a Sth African Safari tent with ensuite, deck and BBQ. Each retreat sleeps a max of 3 adults and a child. All linen is provided in accommodations.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Private fire pit for each cottage/Bush House and a communal fire pit for the Eco Retreats. There is an adventure playground for children, a volleyball area, a yabby dam and a walking track around the property as well as a bush access walking track to Lorne. There is an abundance of native birds and wildlife to enjoy, as well as beautiful walks and waterfalls within a short drive from the accommodation to visit.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident manager. Commercial activity providers in the area for horse riding, surfing, golf and a Live Wire Park for the adrenaline rush.

RESOURCES NEARBY: National and State parks, sports oval and stadium, golf and tennis.

CONTACT Manager

1860 Deans Marsh Road, Lorne VIC 3232 0411 471 939

info@lornebushcottages.com.au lornebushcottages.com.au

LOG CABIN RANCH

Family owned & operated since 1978. TOWN: MONBULK

SETTING: Tucked away on 10 acres in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges. Only a stones throw from some of Yarra Valley’s most iconic attractions.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 70 guests, inclusive of leaders & teaching staff in our bunkhouse dormitory style accommodation. Two main dormitories each sleep 18-20 guests. 6 other ensuite rooms sleeping 4-10 guests, each with their own bathroom, some with heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 35.

CATERING: Fully catered or self catered options. INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, large woodfire in lounge/dining area. Commercial kitchen. Free standing barn/hall with air conditioning. Separate conference/retreat room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Stables, campgrounds, campfire. Alfresco BBQ picnic area. Low ropes course, mini golf & other activities set up on request include volleyball, peddle go carts, picture trail, table tennis, initiative activities, bush cooking, art & craft, environmental lookout, sensory trail & junior archery.

OTHER INFORMATION: We can host school camps, group accommodation, corporate teams, glamping, weddings & events.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Courtney and Mark Haley 55-57 Rankins Road, Monbulk VIC 3793 0412 138 248 info@logcabinranch.com http://logcabinranch.com

LYREBIRD PARK

Privately owned. TOWN: YELLINGBO

SETTING: 20.5ha open bushland creek boundary and light forest setting, adjacent to state park. ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available.

ACCOMMODATION: 123. Total 28 fully ensuited bedrooms (5 cabins x 4 rooms and 8 lodge rooms). Heating/cooling. BYO full bed linen or available to hire.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full catering only.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Air conditioned multi-purpose hall/dining, 8-15 breakout areas, recreation hall, multi-purpose hall, AV, Wi-Fi, billiards, table tennis, foosball table.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Bushwalking, campfire, trampoline, basketball. Charges apply to initiatives/ low ropes, archery, high ropes (flying fox, rock climbing, ring the bell, walk the plank, dangle duo).

OTHER INFORMATION: Adventure based experiential learning programs available. Team building and leadership.

RESOURCES NEARBY: List available.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Admin

510 Beenak Road, Yellingbo VIC 3139 03 5964 8236 or 0417 800 474 camps@lyrebirdpark.com.au lyrebirdpark.com.au

LORD SOMERS CAMP

Managed by Lord Somers Camp and Powerhouse.

TOWN: SOMERS

SETTING: 4.8ha open coastal and bushland setting with direct sandy beach access.

ACCOMMODATION: 250 - with a variety of room configurations. Heated rooms with bunks. Bedrooms and bathrooms under one roof.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 50. (120 in peak season). Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering (fees and conditions apply).

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, separate recreation room, table tennis, indoor sports/games equipment, heated rooms, stage, data projector, screen, whiteboard, laundry, dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Volleyball, playing fields, beach cricket, performing arts theatre, bush chapel, initiative activities, multipurpose court.

OTHER INFORMATION: Safe, secluded beach.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Alex Escudero - Camp Manager Parklands Avenue, Somers VIC 3927 03 5983 5502

campmanager@lordsomerscamp.org.au lordsomerscamp.com

MERRICKS LODGE

TOWN: MERRICKS SETTING: 6ha, beach meets rural setting.

ACCOMMODATION: 170 total. 2 accommodation wings, dorm style mostly 4 per room with shared amenities. Lakeside 106, Hillside 64. Separate teacher/group leader rooms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required. Lakeside 80, Hillside 40.

CATERING: Full catering provided, self catering Hillside kitchen only.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining halls, meeting areas with AV equipment.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Grassed playing field, basketball court, volleyball court, archery, high ropes, canoeing, kayaking, snorkelling, mountain biking, surfing, swimming pools, Indigenous garden and camp fire.

OTHER INFORMATION: Duty manager on-call 24/7. Activity program staff available.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Merricks Lodge 3670 Frankston-Flinders Road, Merricks VIC 3916 03 5989 8422 merricks@uccamping.org.au uccamping.org.au

MIAMI HOTEL MELBOURNE

Family owned. COVID-19 protocols in place and updated as directed.

TOWN: WEST MELBOURNE

SETTING: City fringe urban setting.

ACCOMMODATION: Groups up to 125. Linen/towels supplied, A/C, TV with Foxtel, private bathroom. Serviced daily.

CATERING: Tailored to group needs. Full catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 24 hour reception, CCTV. Dining room/meeting room, internet kiosk, vending machine, coffee shop.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Coach parking on street adjacent to reception.

OTHER INFORMATION: Itinerary planning, laundry, luggage storage/pick up/drop off.

RESOURCES NEARBY: CBD, Queen Victoria Market, tram, train, Marvel Stadium, Docklands, cafés, supermarket, banks, pharmacy, bakery, take away and post office. Parks and BBQ facilities close by. Melbourne Zoo, Scienceworks, IMAX, Museum, Sports Museum, Aquarium, Melbourne River Cruises, Old Melbourne Gaol and many more of Melbourne’s attractions, plus universities and hospitals.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Groups Department

13 Hawke Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003 03 9321 2444

sales@themiami.com.au themiami.com.au

MOUNTAIN VIEW HOLIDAY RETREAT

TOWN: HARRIETVILLE

SETTING: 4 acres bush and parkland setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: No disabled access/bathrooms available.

ACCOMMODATION: 110. Two separate Lodges: Lodge One - 6 rooms of 10 and 2 rooms of 2; Lodge Two - 4 rooms of 4 with single bunks and 8 rooms of 4 with queen bed and single bunk. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, linen supplied, bunks, beds, pillows, doonas.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Fully catered or self cater option.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, wood heater, laundry, dryer, table tennis, recreation hall/conference hall, breakout rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, low ropes, playground area, small flying fox, campfire area, canoes, bicycles, archery, initiative activities, volleyball.

OTHER INFORMATION: Onsite activity and retreat packages available. Optional environmental, historical and specialist Indigenous programs and external activities including snow skiing, abseiling, fishing, hikes. Resident managers, qualified staff.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Fiona Laird 194 Great Alpine Road, Harrietville VIC 3741 03 5759 2530

bookings@mountainviewretreat.com.au mountainviewretreat.com.au

MILL VALLEY RANCH

Managed by Baptist Camping Vic.

TOWN: TYNONG NORTH SETTING: 180 acre working farm with bush and pasture land. 10 acre main camp site with additional camping at Hidden Valley.

ACCESSIBILITY: Ambulant site with some disabled access. Site is flat and easy to manoeuvre around.

ACCOMMODATION: 148 ensuited bunk rooms with 8 to 10 bed capacity per room. Heating in all rooms with air conditioning and fans available. 30 beds in Wagon Circle (6 Wagons).

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40 people per group week days and 30 adults per weekend group or minimum hire.

CATERING: Full catering is provided, no self-catering. We are a nut and alcohol free site.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Authentic mud-brick dining hall with AV access, 2 meeting rooms with AV access and barn for indoor/wet weather activities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Horse riding with large undercover arena and access to on property trail rides, canoeing, raft building, lake swimming, archery, crate climb, commando course, low ropes, beach volleyball, 9 Square in the Air, GAGA, basketball court, team games and initiatives.

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Kerri Mills

525 Tynong North Road, Tynong North VIC 3813 03 5942 8356 kerri@mvr.org.au baptistcamping.com.au

MIRRABOOKA

BROWNIE COTTAGE

Managed by Girl Guides Victoria. TOWN: OCEAN GROVE

SETTING: Within a large nature reserve.

ACCESSIBILITY: 2 carparks (private and public), all amenities under one roof and accessible through multiple entrances.

ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 31, 6 bedrooms; varies from 2 to 8 beds in each room, bunk style and single beds. 3 toilets and 3 showers, plus disabled bathroom.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Minimum charges apply. Only 1 booking for sole use at any time.

CATERING: Self catering, large fully equipped kitchen and BBQ.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining and lounge.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Aquatic Centre, sporting precinct, playground, beach, nature reserve, Adventure Park, golf and mini golf, many other activities and historical centres within a short drive, walking distance to shopping complex.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Mirrabooka Brownie Cottage PO Box 55, Ocean Grove VIC 3226 mirrabookacottage@guidesvic.org.au 0491 154 056

MT EVELYN DISCOVERY CAMP YMCA

Managed by Victorian YMCA. TOWN: MT EVELYN SETTING: 27 acre bushland setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Downstairs dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most activities, single beds available. Access to universal harness and all terrain wheelchair.

ACCOMMODATION: 130. 20 rooms in 1 lodge accommodating 2-12 people. Bed/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, beds, heating, cooling.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 50.

CATERING: Full catering and self catering options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation hall, projector, sound system, table tennis.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Archery, BBQ, campfire, basketball, tennis court, volleyball, low and high ropes course, flying fox, environmental programs, pool, giant swing, initiatives, mountain bikes.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Resident manager. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Healesville Sanctuary, Puffing Billy, Hedgend Maze, Trees Adventure.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Mt Evelyn Discovery Camp YMCA PO Box 136, Mt Evelyn VIC 3796 03 9736 2228 mtevelyn@ymca.org.au camps.ymca.org.au

MURRAY LIFE ADVENTURES

Glamping facilities and Adventure Park on the banks of the Murray.

TOWN: TORRUMBARRY

SETTING: Enjoy exclusive use of our 140 acre private, family owned and operated property.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 80 guests in teepee’s, permanent glamping tents and camping grounds, available for exclusive groups and fun holidays with private onsite toilet and shower blocks.

CATERING: Full catering is available. Commercial kitchen facilities onsite for self catering. Dining room seats 100.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 12m climbing wall, abseiling tower, giant swing, 250m flying fox, ropes course, obstacle course, orienteering, river canoeing, lake fishing, archery, bush surfing, volleyball, mini golf, BBQ, fire pit and cinema on 140 acres of secluded bushland with private jetty and boat ramp.

OTHER INFORMATION: MLA tailors activities to meet team building, leadership and personal development programs for schools, organisations and private groups. Join us for daytime adventure activities with a group of up to 120 guests (min 20), or an overnight adventure camp for up to 80. Whilst we delight in hosting educational programs, our campsite is also available for a fun camping holiday with optional adventure activities.

CONTACT Murray Life Adventures 174 Fulham Road, Torrumbarry VIC 3562 0438 410 709 (Fred)

team@murraylifeadventures.com.au murraylifeadventures.com.au

NARMBOOL ENVIRONMENTAL DISCOVERY CAMPS

Managed by The Sovereign Hill Museums Assoc.

TOWN: ELAINE

SETTING: 2,000ha pastoral and bush setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, single beds available. All-terrain wheelchair available for use.

ACCOMMODATION: 80. 16 rooms (with ensuites) in 1 lodge, each accommodating up to 6 people. Bunks, beds, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum group charges of 20 apply. Shared use by arrangement. CATERING: Fully catered, no self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, lounge, art room, environmental learning centre, wood heater, conference facilities, laundry, dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Victorian Curriculum aligned education programs designed by Narmbool Education Officers. Programs can include STEM, biodiversity, sustainability, farm tours, historic homestead and bush camp options available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Sovereign Hill, Aura - the story of how gold revolutionised Australia. QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Sovereign Hill Education 39 Magpie Street, Ballarat VIC 3350 03 5337 1188 education@sovereignhill.com.au sovereignhill.com.au/narmbool

NRMA BALLARAT HOLIDAY PARK

TOWN: BALLARAT

SETTING: In the heart of Ballarat with manicured gardens and spacious grounds.

ACCESSIBILITY: All building entrances, dining, specified accommodation rooms and sensory room.

ACCOMMODATION: 45+ cabins including bunkhouse, bedrooms/bathrooms under same roof, linen supplied, pillows, blankets, doonas. Tent/caravan sites available with shared external bathrooms.

CATERING: Both full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation hall, multiple indoor recreation rooms, guest laundry, AV equipment, W-Fi access, meeting room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Playground, bouncing pillow, go karts, swimming pool and spa, tennis, BBQ, camp kitchen, basketball, kids club.

OTHER INFORMATION: Secure accommodation with boom gates, COVID safety plans and risk assessments. Onsite coach parking.

RESOURCES NEARBY: 1 hour and 30 minutes from Melbourne and just 300m from well-known attraction Sovereign Hill. Nearby Ballarat Wildlife Park, Botanical Gardens, Observatory and Museum, Lake Wendouree.

CONTACT Groups Reservations 108 Clayton Street, Ballarat VIC 3350 1800 778 162 nrmaparksandresorts.com.au/ballarat groups@nrmaparks.com.au

NILLAHCOOTIE OUTDOOR CENTRE

TOWN: BARJARG

SETTING: 6ha bush setting on Lake Nillahcootie. ACCESSIBILITY: Building entrances, dining and accommodation, some activities, toilet/shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 94. 2 cabins (5-8 people), 10 rooms in 1 bunkhouse (4-12 people). Bunks.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement.

CATERING: Full or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining, recreation and drying rooms, wood heater, open fire, indoor sports equip, TV, VCR, DVD, blackboard, whiteboard.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Abseiling, archery, BBQ, bouldering wall, canoes, fishing, flying fox, low ropes course, orienteering, raft building, rock climbing, swimming, volleyball, sailing.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident manager, program staff available. Commercial activity providers available for sailing, skiing, horse riding. Staff have experience working with people with disabilities.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Lake Nillahcootie, Strathbogie State Forest, Mt Samaria, Mt Buller.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT John Lindros 3937 Midland Highway, Barjarg VIC 3723 03 5776 4224 or 03 9497 2899 info@auscamp.com.au auscamp.com.au

OASIS CAMP

Managed by Oasis Camp Inc.

TOWN: MT EVELYN

SETTING: 10ha bush setting adjacent to a creek. ACCESSIBILITY: All dining, accommodation, meeting areas, toilet/showers and pathways. ACCOMMODATION: 155 in 20 rooms. All carpeted with automatic heating and ensuites. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None, minimum site fee for groups under 40 persons applicable.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Main hall/dining room, theatre room, gymnasium (basketball), 3 additional break-out areas. Games room, reptile house, candle making room, climbing wall, crate climb.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying fox, archery, low ropes, initiatives, team challenge, soccer/ football, swimming pool, environmental walks, laser tag (indoor/outdoor), campfire, bush cooking, canoeing and mountain biking.

OTHER INFORMATION: Perfect for retreats, band and production camps, activity/educational/ creative camps between years 4 to 12 (and adult). Our fully trained and accredited staff can tailor the camp to your needs or assist you in accessing local activities.

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Mark Watson, Camp Manager 66-72 Monbulk Road, Mt Evelyn VIC 3796 03 9736 2898

camp@oasis.asn.au oasiscamp.org.au

NORVAL LODGE AND HOUSE

TOWN: HALLS

GAP

SETTING: 40ha adjacent to national park.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request.

ACCOMMODATION: 192. 32 ensuite rooms each sleeping 6 people. Linen (charge), bunks, beds, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, lounge, table tennis, TV, DVD, data projector, whiteboard, laundry, drying facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High and low ropes course, abseiling, rock climbing, canoeing, mountain biking, bushwalking, initiative activities, team challenge, archery, campfires, pool, hut building, bush cookery, tennis court, adventure programming.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. RESOURCES NEARBY: Halls Gap, Grampians National Park, Zoo and Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT UC Camping 204-232 Grampians Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381 03 5356 4241 or 1300 304 560 norval@uccamping.org.au uccamping.org.au

PAX HILL ACTIVITY CENTRE

TOWN: BALLARAT SETTING: 14ha bush setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: some building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, some pathways.

ACCOMMODATION: 114. 14 rooms in 2 complexes.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Min charge applies. CATERING: Self catering only. Local catering can be quoted on request.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, separate dining room, separate recreation room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Photo trail, BBQ, volleyball, billy carts, archery, orienteering, confidence course, bush golf, commando course, mine, abseiling available on request, early notice required.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife Park, Eureka Stockade, Ballarat Bird World, Kryal Castle.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Pax Hill Activity Centre 450 Spencer Street, Ballarat VIC 3350 03 5331 4956 info@paxhill.com.au paxhill.com.au

PGL CAMP RUMBUG

TOWN: FOSTER NORTH

SETTING: On the hillside overlooking Wilsons Promontory. Buildings and adventure activities set in pockets of temperate rainforest.

ACCOMMODATION: Lodges sleep 8-14, most with ensuite facilities and all with facilities under one roof.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: No minimum group size. CATERING: Fully catered and self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Recreation room, ball sports, self catering kitchen, covered entertainment area, teacher’s lounge.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying Fox, archery, bushcraft, canoeing, giant swing, raft building, ropes courses, mud run and many more. Bush camps by arrangement.

OTHER INFORMATION: Support of a PGL Group Leader for the whole of your stay. All activities supported by professional trained staff. Evening entertainment provided.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Ambulance (12 minutes), supermarket, service town. Wilsons Promontory National Park and surf beaches close by.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT PGL Camp Rumbug 90 Dollar-Woorarra West Road, Foster North VIC 3960 1300 859 895 info@pgladventurecamps.com.au pgladventurecamps.com.au

POLANA CAMP

Managed by Polana - Polish Association in Melbourne Inc.

TOWN: BADGER CREEK

SETTING: 4.2ha 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: 75. 12 cabins each accommodating 2-10 people. Bunk beds. Limited number of double beds.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Separate dining room with deck extension, separate recreation hall (table tennis, wood heater, piano, stage) and 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.

CONTACT Polana Camp 360 Don Road, Badger Creek VIC 3777 03 5901 2206 (Zofia) polana@polanacamp.org.au polanacamp.org.au

PGL CAMPASPE DOWNS

TOWN: TYLDEN

SETTING: 150 acres of natural bushland in the Macedon Ranges.

ACCOMMODATION: Cabins sleep 4-8 with ensuite bathrooms. Bunkhouses with shower and toilet facilities nearby. Platform tents sleep 4-8 with shower and toilet facilities nearby.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: No minimum group size. CATERING: Fully catered and self catered options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Conference rooms, self catering kitchen, dining areas, indoor sports stadium, recreation rooms, leaders retreat rooms.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Abseiling, archery, bushcraft, climbing tower, canoeing, flying fox, giant swing, possum glider, raft building, ropes courses, Laser Tag and many more. Bush camps by arrangement.

OTHER INFORMATION: Support of a PGL Group Leader for the whole of your stay. Evening entertainment provided. All activities supported by professional trained staff.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Ambulance (5 minutes), supermarket, service town. Hanging Rock and Mt Macedon National Park.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT PGL Campaspe Downs Trentham Road, Tylden VIC 3444 1300 859 895 info@pgladventurecamps.com.au pgladventurecamps.com.au

PORTLAND BAY LODGE

TOWN: ALLESTREE SETTING: 10 acres on beach with ocean views. ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair access throughout. ACCOMMODATION: 110 beds in 39 rooms with heating. Private and shared bathrooms. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20. Minimum group charge is applied for smaller groups. CATERING: Full catering provided or self catering in our registered commercial kitchen.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/lounge with free Wi-Fi, wood heater and split system air conditioning, kitchen, meeting rooms, and games room with table tennis, foosball, etc.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, fire pit, volleyball, basketball, soccer, play equipment.

OTHER INFORMATION: All activities can be arranged. Specialising in marine, coastal and Indigenous education. Boat rides, treasure hunting, beach combing, abseiling, mountain biking, surfing, caving, canoeing, horse riding etc. CCTV for duty of care obligations, beach access.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Whales, seals, fishing, tram, Indigenous heritage areas, maritime centre.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Portland Bay Lodge 120 Huxley Road, Allestree VIC 3305 03 5529 2041 or 0435 021 106 info@portlandbaylodge.com.au portlandbaylodge.com.au

PHILLIP ISLAND CAMPS

THE ISLAND – YHA

TOWN: NEWHAVEN

SETTING: Coastal setting. Ocean views, walking distance to beach, shopping and attractions.

ACCESSIBILITY: Special needs and access.

ACCOMMODATION: 165. Total 31 rooms. 12 doubles/twins (TV and DVD) and 5 quads with private ensuites. Shared bathrooms under roof line to 5 bed, 6 bed and 12 bed rooms. Linen, pillows, doonas and heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None.

CATERING: Full or self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 2 fully appointed kitchens, 2 dining, 2 lounge, 2 TV rooms, conference room, open fire, internet café and Wi-Fi.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 2 BBQ areas, roof top deck with 360° ocean views, bicycles, surfboard and wetsuit hire. The Haven Café, Rip Curl Centre and Surf Experience.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Commercial activity providers for surfing, cycling and more. Transport can be arranged.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Penguin Parade and attractions, beaches, coastal walks and more.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Larson Henderson 10 Phillip Island Tourist Road, Newhaven VIC 3922 0419 394 260 info@phillipislandcamps.com.au phillipislandcamps.com.au

RAWSON VILLAGE

Privately owned.

TOWN: RAWSON

SETTING: 6ha adjacent to Mt Baw Baw National Park and State Forest.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available. All building entrances, dining and accom, some toilet/shower facilities, most pathways, some activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 276+. 72 rooms, each sleeping 2-8, includes 40 with ensuite. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof, linen (charge).

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation room, 2 conference rooms, syndicate rooms, whiteboards, screens, data projectors, DVD/TV, AV equipment, laundry, drying facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ, high ropes course, zipline, commando course, initiative activities, basketball, abseiling/climbing tower, swimming pool (seasonal). Offsite activities include canoeing, rafting, bushwalking.

OTHER INFORMATION: Wi-Fi (on request).

RESOURCES NEARBY: Walhalla historic township, Thomson River and Dam, Mt Baw Baw.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Charles and Jacinta McNena Pinnacle Drive, Rawson VIC 3825 03 5165 3200 sales@rawsonvillage.com rawsonvillage.com

ROSES GAP RECREATION CENTRE

Privately owned. TOWN: ROSES GAP SETTING: 42ha bush setting in national park.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities, all pathways.

ACCOMMODATION: 250. 24 bunk cabins, 8 ensuite cabins and tent camping available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Small groups by arrangement for shared use. CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining rooms, open fire, separate games room/cinema and laundry.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Giant swing, pamper pole, vertical playpen, flying fox, abseiling, rock climbing, canoeing, low ropes, archery, hut building, bushwalking, campfires.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: National parks, bushwalks, waterfalls, Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Halls Gap.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Lynda, Drew & Melissa Sutherland PO Box 386, Stawell VIC 3380 03 5359 5264 info@rosesgap.com.au rosesgap.com.au

RUBICON OUTDOOR SCHOOL

TOWN: THORNTON AND NAYOOK A Dept. of Education and Training (DET) Outdoor School.

Currently accepting enrolments annually from DET Secondary Schools via their website. Rubicon Outdoor School is a multi-campus school situated in the Murrindindi and Baw Baw shires in Victoria, more details can be found on their website at: https://rubicon.vic.edu.au

ROWALLAN GIRL GUIDE CAMP

Owned by Girl Guides Association.

TOWN: RIDDELLS CREEK SETTING: 4ha open bushland setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: 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. Heating in bedrooms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 15. Min charge applies. CATERING: Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room with wood heater. Kitchen, laundry with dryer, telephone.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Undercover gas BBQ area, campfire area, playing area.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident Manager. Smoking not permitted.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Dromkeen Gallery. National Parks. Wineries. Hanging Rock. Horse riding. Macedon Ranges.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Booking Officer 0427 405 270 rowallanguidecamp@gmail.com rowallanguidecamp.org.au

RUTHERFORD PARK COUNTRY RETREAT

Privately owned. TOWN: BLAMPIED SETTING: Picturesque rural setting. Sweeping views overlooking countryside. ACCOMMODATION: 175+. 36 rooms, ensuite bathrooms & central heating to all. Linen (charge). MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Separate dining room, 5 large separate conference/rehearsal rooms (2 main rooms with air conditioning), plus other break-out spaces. Central heating, wood fires and gas log fire. Stages, data projectors, projection screens, PA, whiteboards, large TVs, Wi-Fi, pianos, table tennis.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Raised fire pit area, basketball, netball, volleyball, open playing areas.

OTHER INFORMATION: Transport available by arrangement.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Daylesford, Hepburn Springs, Ballarat. Local attractions - mineral springs, walks, Sovereign Hill, galleries.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Rubicon Outdoor School 264 Rubicon Road, Thornton VIC 3712 03 5773 2285

rubicon.os@education.vic.gov.au rubicon.vic.edu.au

ROWALLAN RECREATION & ADVENTURE CAMP

Owned: Scouts Victoria (Moonee Valley Dist.) Legend: (H) Headquarters Camp. (F) Forest Camp. TOWN: RIDDELLS CREEK

SETTING: 74ha bush setting adjacent to creek.

ACCESSIBILITY: (H) All buildings, inc. toilet/shower, all pathways, some activities. (F) Gravel paths only.

ACCOMMODATION: (H) 2 dormitories, 72 bunks (40+24), plus 3 leader rooms with bunks (4+2+2). Foam mattress provided; BYO sleeping bag/pillow. (F) Open bushland, no power, BYO tent. Shower & toilet block provided. Optional kitchen/dining in ‘Warnock Lodge’ for fee.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: (H) 15. Minimum charge applies. (F) No minimum.

CATERING: Self catering only. (H) Large Kitchen included. (F) Warnock Lodge kitchen available for fee.

INDOOR FACILITIES: (H) Dining room, separate recreation room, table tennis, whiteboard.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: (H) Gas BBQ, picnic area, playground, campfire, volleyball, basketball. (F) Initiative activities, chapel, nature trail, orienteering, amphitheatre/campfire. (H&F) campfire, low ropes course, small flying fox.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mt. Charlie reserve, Hanging Rock, Riddell Airfield, Woodend, Macedon Ranges, wineries, Dromkeen.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Helen & Rob (email or web preferred) 0416 470 057 camp@rowallan.org.au rowallan.org.au/booking

SCIENCEWORKS MUSEUM

Managed by Scienceworks Campus Museum Victoria.

TOWN: SPOTSWOOD

SETTING: On the site of Melbourne’s historic Sewage Pumping Station.

ACCOMMODATION: 50 students (conditions apply). Up to 3 rooms for large groups.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 15. Year 2-6 only.

CATERING: Supper and breakfast included in cost.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Museum space, access to exhibitions, Energy Lab, café, stage, AV equipment, OHP.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 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 onsite. 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 Adam Jackson

290 Kangaroo Hills Road, Blampied VIC 3364 03 5345 7457

info@rutherfordpark.com.au rutherfordpark.com.au

CONTACT Scienceworks 2 Booker Street, Spotswood VIC 3015 03 9392 4819 tchristies@museum.vic.gov.au museumsvictoria.com.au/ scienceworks/learning/ school-programs-and-resources

SOKIL

Privately owned.

TOWN: WENSLEYDALE

SETTING: 60ha 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 FACILITIES: Open recreation areas, BBQ, 50m swimming pool, campfires, volleyball, 1-3 hour walking tracks, bicycles, raft building and outdoor cinema.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road, Otway Fly Treetop Adventures.

CONTACT John Kotowsky Suite 4, 2nd Floor, 902 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon VIC 3040 03 5288 7393 or 0400 980 960 sokil@sokil.com.au sokil.com.au

TANDARA LUTHERAN CAMP

TOWN: HALLS GAP

SETTING: 2.7ha surrounded by national park.

ACCESSIBILITY: Full disabled facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 14 rooms each accommodating 3-14 people. Ensuited bedrooms, bunks, beds, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Fully catered.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large dining hall seating 250. Both hall & meeting room has reverse cycle heating/cooling, AV equipment. Also coffee machine, lounge, stage, hookey, piano, laundry & Wi-Fi.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, playground, stage, campfire area, volleyball, basketball, high & low ropes course, initiative activities, archery, trampolines, outdoor chapel, table tennis.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for abseiling, canoeing, rock climbing, mobile zoo experience, kayaking/stand-up paddle boarding, bike riding.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Grampians NP, Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Chinese Heritage Museum, Zoo, Mini-golf, Old Ararat Gaol.

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Manager

PO Box 50, Halls Gap VIC 3381 03 5356 4253 manager@camptandara.com tandara.org.au

STAUGHTONVALE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE

Managed by Northern Bay College and Nelson Park.

TOWN: STAUGHTON VALE

SETTING: Open bushland setting near a national park.

ACCESSIBILITY: All dining, accommodation, toilet/shower facilities and pathways are manageable for wheelchairs.

ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 36 across 2 separate bunkhouses of 5 rooms each: 4 bunk rooms sleep 4 people, 1 ensuite room sleeps 2 people (single beds). BYO bedding and camping options.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Minimum charge applies.

CATERING: Self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area and undercover areas.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Walking tracks, Upper Stony Creek Reservoir, rock climbing, wineries, Anakie Gorge, Fairy Park, paintball and Great Ocean Road.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Kirsten Thomas PO Box 126, Corio VIC 3214 03 5245 3500 svoec@nbc.vic.edu.au staughtonvaleoec.weebly.com

THE LODGE: HEYFIELD

Privately owned.

TOWN: HEYFIELD

SETTING: Former glorious Pub/Hotel, transformed into a hospitality Lodge in quiet Heyfield.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, and dining.

ACCOMMODATION: 36. Six heated bedrooms for adults and bunk accommodation in 5 other rooms that can host up to 24 children/teens. All bedrooms on the one level. Private bedrooms include pillows and linen. Linen not supplied for bunk beds. Toilet and shower facilities are communal.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided, and flexible menu options are available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room seats 42, 2 recreation rooms, heating, laundry, dryer, pool table, table tennis table/games room, TV areas. Upstairs lounge area with full kitchen facilities

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Outdoor eating area onsite, with projector and outdoor stage for music, comedy, Karaoke. Outdoor firepit campfire area.

OTHER INFORMATION: Ideal for sport camps, small school camps, family reunions and stays, small weddings, conventions, etc. Minutes from Lake Glenmaggie and abundant recreational opportunities such as golf and swimming.

CONTACT The Lodge: Heyfield

66 Temple Street, Heyfield VIC 3858 0457 608 755 info@thelodgeheyfield.com.au

STRINGYBARK LODGE

Privately owned.

TOWN: GEMBROOK

SETTING: 9ha paddock and bushland setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accom, all toilet/shower facilities, some pathways, most activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 84. 9 rooms in 1 building each sleeping 6-12 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, blankets, heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Min number required.

CATERING: Full or self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/rec room, separate recreation room, table tennis, pool table.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Basketball, volleyball, mini-golf, campfire, trampolines, pool, low ropes, flying fox, orienteering, playing area, archery, initiatives trail.

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).

RESOURCES NEARBY: Puffing Billy, Kurth Kiln State Park, Healesville Sanctuary.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Stringybark Lodge PO Box 328, Gembrook VIC 3783 03 5968 1739 info@hallsoutdoored.com.au stringybarklodge.com.au

THE PRIORY

Privately owned. TOWN: BEECHWORTH

SETTING: Set in leafy gardens within Beechworth historic town precinct. Walking distance to Gold Rush history & heritage architecture.

ACCOMMODATION: 200. Large dorms, small dorms, bunk rooms, double rooms, ensuited rooms & cottages, family rooms with shared facilities, 2 bedroom flat, 2 residences. All under one roof.

CATERING: Full catering or self catering options available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Table tennis, disco lights, bathroom facilities. Concert hall with stage, verandas, art/drama/music spaces. 3 dining rooms, large recreation room, common rooms, conference rooms. In-house movies, bush music activities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Shady grounds, BBQ areas, fire pit, Grotto, lake, rail trail.

OTHER INFORMATION: History, social enterprise & wellbeing programs. One hour to snowfields.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Historic court house, Beechworth Honey, Yeddonba Aboriginal cultural site, Ned Kelly, Burke & Wills, gold panning, May Day Asylum, national park, lakes, swimming pool, Old Beechworth Gaol.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Jen or Angela 8 Priory Lane, Beechworth VIC 3747 03 5728 1024 info@oldpriory.com.au oldpriory.com.au

THE PORTSEA CAMP

Not-for-profit charity organisation.

TOWN: PORTSEA

SETTING: 3ha overlooking bay and beach.

ACCOMMODATION: 400 in 3 discrete wings. Bayside: 80 beds in 20 ensuite rooms and 5 beds in 2 bedroom cottage. Parade Ground: 59 beds in 12 ensuite rooms and 110 beds in 3 dorms. Boon Wurrung: 15 single rooms and 154 beds in 6 dorms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 40. CATERING: Full and self catering options/all diets.

INDOOR FACILITIES: A range of heated rooms and halls linked to each accommodation wing, variously equipped with stages, AV and disco equipment, whiteboards, lounge furnishings. Large dining room. First-aid room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Giant swing, flying foxes, high ropes, initiatives activities, onsite orienteering, oval and courts, campfire, snorkelling, kayaks, scooters, swimming, beach-combing, cycling, environment centre, 1870s Fort Franklin.

OTHER INFORMATION: Heritage-listed camp with beach access and spectacular bay views.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Point Nepean NP, London Bridge, quarantine station, surf and bay beaches.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Skye Nisbet

3704 Point Nepean Road, Portsea VIC 3944 03 5984 2333 reception@theportseacamp.com.au theportseacamp.com.au

TRANQUIL WATERS CULLULLERAINE

Privately owned.

TOWN: CULLULLERAINE

SETTING: Bush setting on lake.

ACCESSIBILITY: Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: all building entrances, all toilet/ shower facilities, all pathways, all activities, single beds available.

ACCOMMODATION: 98. 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. 64 powered sites, 20 unpowered sites. Bookings essential.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, separate dining room, piano, art and craft room, ensuite room, whiteboard, laundry, dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Free BBQ area, bicycle track, walking track, playground, picnic area, oval, undercover areas, volleyball, tennis court, fishing. QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Maureen Croft Post Office, Cullulleraine VIC 3496 0488 571 675 maureencroft16@gmail.com tranquilwaterscullulleraine.com.au

THE RANCH MORNINGTON PENINSULA

Privately owned.

TOWN: CAPE SCHANCK SETTING: 80ha rural setting Cape Schanck.

ACCESSIBILITY: Some building entrances and accommodation, some activities.

ACCOMMODATION: 180 using triple bunks (12+ years). 165 without the use of triple bunks. Cabins and dormitories. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating and air conditioning.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 60 minimum charge applies below this.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, recreation hall & games room, open fire, stage, pool and table tennis, TV, DVD, projector and screen.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Flying fox, giant swing, pamper pole, crate stack, mountain boarding, horse riding, rock climbing, archery, campfire, volleyball, swimming pool, initiative course, tennis/basketball, orienteering.

OTHER INFORMATION: Optional educational activities. Resident manager.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Cape Schanck Light Station, Arthurs Seat Eagle, Surfing, Hawkes Farmgate, Point Nepean National Park.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Kathy George 810 Boneo Road, Cape Schanck VIC 3939 03 5988 6262 admin@theranchmp.com.au theranchmp.com.au

UPCC PTY LTD

Privately owned. Managed by the Stokes Family. TOWN: UPPER PLENTY

SETTING: We are located at the foot hills of Mount Disappointment only 1 hour north from Melbourne. Set in 300 acres of bushland.

ACCOMMODATION: 120 beds in 19 bedrooms with ensuites or bathrooms under the same roof. Double and single bunk beds, pillow and mattress supplied.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 30. CATERING: Full catering is provided. No self cater option.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, meeting room with AV equipment, 5 breakout rooms, rec hall, basketball, games room with table tennis/air hockey/foosball/pool tables, play centre, climbing wall, free Wi-Fi.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 50m tube slide, archery, canoeing, laser tag & paintball (external provider), camp fire area, oval, tennis court, initiatives.

OTHER INFORMATION: Support material for activities, staff available to facilitate programs.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Horse riding, Funfields theme park.

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT UPCC

45 Stokes Track, Upper Plenty VIC 3756 03 5783 1584 info@upcc.com.au upcc.com.au

THE SUMMIT

Privately owned.

TOWN: TRAFALGAR EAST

SETTING: 50 acres of tranquil bush and parkland with a magnificent lake as its centre piece.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 330. Doughty House (luxury accom) - 28. Rustic Log Cabins, some with kitchens - 120. Tent Village - 129. Summit Island Camping - 50+ with 20 bed bunk room.

CATERING: Full catering available (minimum 20) as well as 2 commercial kitchens for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 6 dining/rec rooms able to seat 40, 100, 150 & 200. Split systems, plasmas, projectors, DVD players and PAs.

Recreational areas include numerous undercover and enclosed areas with free-time activities including table tennis, board games and sports equipment.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ areas, undercover stage, island marquee, volleyball court, basketball area, gaga pit.

OTHER INFORMATION: We provide inspiring and life changing experiences through meaningful programs that build self-worth, character, success and happiness. We cater for schools, groups, teams, churches, corporates, weddings and birthdays. Activities include: Outdoor laser skirmish, flying fox, giant swing, giant inflatables, water slide, army tank and much more!

NARTA ACCREDITED

CONTACT The Summit 21 Cemetery Road, Trafalgar East VIC 3824 03 5633 3236 info@thesummit.net.au thesummit.net.au

URBAN CAMP MELBOURNE

Managed by Urban Camp Melbourne Co-operative Ltd.

TOWN: PARKVILLE

SETTING: Urban setting surrounded by parklands with easy access to public transport.

ACCESSIBILITY: Access for people with disabilities.

ACCOMMODATION: Schools/Groups up to 120. Air Conditioned and heated rooms sleeping 2-10 guests. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 10. Small groups by arrangement for shared use.

CATERING: Full catering midweek and catered/ self catering option for weekends.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, separate meeting rooms, stage, AV equipment, Netflix, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, parklands, 5 minute walk to the Zoo.

OTHER INFORMATION: Urban Camp offers a safe, comfortable and convenient home base to explore Melbourne’s cultural, educational and recreational attractions. With a supportive team and a focus on young people the camp offers a haven for all groups visiting Melbourne.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Daniel Whykes

7 Brens Drive, Parkville VIC 3052 03 9328 2818 enquiries@urbancamp.org.au urbancamp.org.au

VALLEY HOMESTEAD

Privately owned.

TOWN: OVENS

SETTING: 11ha bush setting located amongst the hills of the Alpine region, 20 mins from the popular tourist town of Bright. One of Victoria’s premium school adventure camps and group venue.

ACCOMMODATION: Approximately 150. 23 ensuited rooms each accommodating 2-8 people. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof, bunks, heating.

CATERING: Full catering is provided or self catering options available by arrangement. Conditions apply.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, separate recreation room, wood heater, DVD, 120” theatre screen and sound system, whiteboards, drying room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Solar heated pool, tennis courts, open playing area, lateral thinking course, aerial obstacle course high & low, abseiling, climbing, cycling, free fall slide, leap of faith, dual flying fox, archery, power pole, vertical challenge, raft building, team building, campfire area, bush activity centre with BBQ.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT The Manager 5537 Great Alpine Road, Ovens VIC 3738 03 5752 2187 stay@valleyhomestead.com.au valleyhomestead.com.au

WARRA GNAN COASTAL CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: WARRNAMBOOL

SETTING: Beachside Accommodation. 100m walk to Warrnambool Main Beach and Promenade.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 70. Bedrooms/ bathrooms under one roof. Bunks/beds. BYO bedding/pillows.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None. Small groups by arrangement for private or shared use.

CATERING: Full catering supplied.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room. Laundry/dryer.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Undercover BBQ area and facilities.

OTHER INFORMATION: Short walk from Warrnambool Railway Station. Camp Co-Directors include 30 years combined teaching experience. 20 years Bronze Medallion qualification.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground (200m) Warrnambool Beachfront/ promenade walking trail (100m). Middle Island Penguin colony (150m) Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village Sound and Light Show (1km). Access to Logan’s Beach whale watching platform.

CONTACT Dave Atkinson and Ben Logan 17 Stanley Street, Warrnambool VIC 3280 0457 419 417 info@warragnancamp.com.au

VICTORIAN BLUE LIGHT YOUTH CAMP INC

TOWN: MALDON

SETTING: Old Derby Hill Gold Mine site, in the centre of town.

ACCESSIBILITY: Hard surface pathways, accommodation at ground level, ramps at entries.

ACCOMMODATION: Up to 110 guests. 10 Cabins (6 to 20 beds) with ensuite bathrooms, kitchenette and heating/cooling.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Negotiable. CATERING: Full and self catering available.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining Room, conference space, AV equipment, 2 Projectors and large screens, fully equipped self-catering kitchen.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Safe archery, Rock climbing, obstacle course, low ropes, bike riding and road safety, bush walking, night walks, campfire, beach volleyball, basketball/netball, mini golf, table tennis, air hockey, local historic tours, shelter building, gold panning, yabbying.

OTHER INFORMATION: Specialising in Bike Education/Road Safety programs for school groups and targeted therapeutic programs.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Mine tours, Steam Train, Mt Tarrengower, Mt Alexander Regional Park, Mt Franklin, Cairn Curran, Mt Biking Trails.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Victorian Blue Light Youth Camp 16 Phoenix Street, Maldon VIC 3463 03 5475 2033 info@bluelightcamp.org.au bluelightcamp.com.au

WEEKAWAY RECREATIONAL CAMP

Privately owned. TOWN: BENLOCH SETTING: 30ha bushland and grassland setting. ACCESSIBILITY: Please phone for details. Accessible areas: Entrances, dining and accommodation, most paths, some activities. Single beds available, accessible toilet and shower.

ACCOMMODATION: 171 total capacity. Kangaroo Lodge: 104 mixed bunked and single bed rooms with communal amenities. Eagles Nest: 46 mixed bunked and single bed ensuites and communal amenities. The Cottage: 21 mixed bunked and single bed ensuite rooms. (All heated).

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 50. Min charge.

CATERING: Full cater/self cater groups welcome.

INDOOR FACILITIES: A/C dining room, rec room, heated concert room, stage, lounge, wood heater, TV, DVD, AV equipment, drying room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Campfire, canoeing, raft making, mountain biking, low ropes, archery, initiatives, Laser tag, flying fox/high ropes, Gaga pit, maze & more.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Hanging Rock, wineries, Trentham Falls, Cobaws.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Weekaway Recreational Camp 186 Kitchenhams Road, Benloch VIC 3435 03 5429 1503

info@weekaway.com.au weekaway.com.au

WARATAH BEACH CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: WARATAH BAY

SETTING: Directly opposite spectacular Waratah Bay in a native coastal garden setting.

ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible areas: all building entrances, dining and accommodation, some toilet/shower facilities.

ACCOMMODATION: 160 beds, 17 rooms in 2 lodges under 1 roofline. Ensuites in all bunkrooms.

CATERING: Full catering. Healthy, plentiful and delicious menu.

INDOOR FACILITIES: 2 dining rooms, 2 recreation rooms, table tennis, DVD, VCR, PA system, stereo, indoor sports/games equipment, whiteboard.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Direct beach access, programs including: surfing, rock pooling, low ropes, initiative courses, giant swing, abseiling, pool, beach volleyball, campfire, BBQs and more.

OTHER INFORMATION: The most caring (and qualified) staff in the industry. An Australian owned, family business.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Waratah Bay beach, Wilsons Promontory NP, Walkerville Limestone Kilns, Great Southern Rail Trail.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Peter and Jessica Gould 30 Gale Street, Waratah Bay VIC 3959 03 5684 1435 admin@waratahbeachcamp.com.au waratahbeachcamp.com.au

WESBURN RECREATION CAMP

Managed by St John Ambulance Aust. (VIC) Inc.

TOWN: WESBURN

SETTING: 14ha bush setting near state forest and river.

ACCESSIBILITY: Most building entrances, dining & accommodation, most pathways, most activities. ACCOMMODATION: 6 cabins each accommodating 8 people. Bunks, heating, cooling. Tent and caravan sites are available.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: None.

CATERING: Self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/rec rooms, lounge room, stereo, TV, DVD, multi-purpose hall, training room, staff room, table tennis table, drying facilities, washing machine and dryer. Wi-Fi now available.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Play area, oval, BBQ, chapel, tennis, high ropes, flying fox, canoeing, mountain biking, basketball/tennis court, sporting equipment.

OTHER INFORMATION: Commercial activity providers. Mt Donna Buang Warburton Walking Trail.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT John Tucker 25 Madeley Drive, Wesburn VIC 3799 0423 108 451 camp@stjohnvic.com.au wesburncamp.com.au

WHITEHALL GUESTHOUSE

TOWN: QUEENSCLIFF

Privately owned guesthouse exclusively for groups.

SETTING: 0.4ha private location in historic residential area close to beaches, steam train, harbour and town centre.

ACCESSIBILITY: Most building entrances, dining and accommodation, most toilet/shower facilities, most pathways are wide and firm, most pathways are manageable for wheelchairs, single beds available.

ACCOMMODATION: 75. 47 rooms. Great kitchen for self catering, beds, pillows, doonas, linen and heating. Bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Exclusive use of the building. Small groups under 20 by arrangement, minimum charge applies.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room, two lounge rooms, table tennis, other equipment - whiteboard, laundry, dryer and onsite parking.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: BBQ area, picnic area and undercover areas.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Canoeing, bike riding, fishing, surf school, dolphin/seal visits, steam train, mafri and marine discovery, beach excursions, maritime museum and historic fort.

WOLLANGARRA OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE

Not-for-profit organisation.

TOWN: GLENMAGGIE SETTING: 12ha on a river flat on the Macalister River, surrounded by bushland.

ACCOMMODATION: 24. Linen supplied. MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 18. CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/lounge room. OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Campfire area, flying fox.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Resident manager. No smoking or alcohol permitted. We are 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 5 day program for 14-17 year olds, where we take them hiking for 2 nights in Victoria’s High Country. We are situated in the Macalister River Valley, where the only access is on our ‘flying fox’ (a platform that seats 4 people). Wollangarra is built entirely out of secondhand materials using hand tools. The director and 5 staff live onsite permanently enjoying a pioneer lifestyle with no electricity. This is an extremely unique camp and can offer an amazing experience for the right school/young person.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Antony Heath 11 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff VIC 3225 0439 582 110 whitehallqueenscliff@gmail.com whitehallqueenscliff.com.au

CONTACT Wollangarra 3439 Licola Road, Glenmaggie VIC 3858 03 5148 0492 directors@wollangarra.org.au wollangarra.org.au

YMCA CAMP MANYUNG

Managed by YMCA Victoria. TOWN: MT ELIZA

SETTING: 5.4ha parkland setting, adjacent to Port Phillip Bay.

ACCESSIBILITY: All accommodation areas and bathrooms, paths of travel. Universally designed adventure activities – high ropes course, giant swing, bike riding & more. Beach wheelchairs available.

ACCOMMODATION: 160. Main camp accom, sleeps 124 in small cottages linked by boardwalk and leaders lodge. Regatta House (smaller lodge) sleeps 36. All bedrooms have adjoining bathrooms.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum: 50 for main camp, 20 for Regatta House. Min charges apply.

CATERING: Full catering is provided, including all special dietary requirements.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Large conference centre (seats 200) with data projector and stage. Dining room (seats 160). Meeting rooms. AV equipment.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: High ropes course, tree top challenge, giant swing, flying fox, offsite sea kayaking, snorkelling, boating, surf life saving.

OTHER INFORMATION: Qualified instructors avail. Follow us on Facebook – YMCA Camp Manyung.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Jim Boyle

Sunnyside Road, Mt Eliza VIC 3930 03 9788 1100 campmanyung@ymca.org.au camps.ymca.org.au

WOMBAT CORNER

Privately owned.

TOWN: EMERALD

SETTING: 1ha bush setting adjacent to the beautiful Emerald Lake Park.

ACCOMMODATION: 136 guests in 17 carpeted bunk rooms with ensuites, under one roof accommodating between 4 and 10 guests with heating.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.

CATERING: Full or self catering available.

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: Canoeing, archery, low ropes course, trampolines, mini-golf, flying fox, basketball court, initiative activities, orienteering, bushwalking, campfire, photo trail, ponding.

OTHER INFORMATION: Commercial activity provider available through Halls Outdoor Education.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Puffing Billy, Emerald Lake Park (with swimming pool – seasonal).

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Wombat Corner PO Box 328, Gembrook VIC 3783 03 5968 1739 info@hallsoutdoored.com.au wombatcorner.com.au

YMCA CAMP WYUNA

Owned by Geelong YMCA.

TOWN: QUEENSCLIFF

SETTING: 3.2ha set on the coastal dune amongst the tea trees. Direct beach access.

ACCOMMODATION: 106. 24 semi-ensuite bunkrooms, Each room sleeps 4. 5 leaders’ rooms with ensuite.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Min. numbers apply, subject to season and exclusive/non exclusive use.

CATERING: Full catering is provided.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining room, separate recreation room, conference room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Beach 50 metres, safe swimming, bushwalking, open playing areas, volleyball, basketball, initiatives games area, gaga pit, sports equipment, YMCA-led mountain biking, woodfired pizza oven, canoeing, boogie boarding, snorkeling and many more.

OTHER INFORMATION: Program staff available. Local Transport can be arranged.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Marine Discovery Centre, Marine Biology Cruise, bay cruise tours, Historical sites, lighthouses, ferries, Maritime museum, Fort of Queenscliff, dolphin swims, steam train (seasonal). Great beaches close by for swimming, surfing.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Andrew Kidd PO Box 200, Queenscliff VIC 3225 03 5258 1656 campwyuna@ymca.org.au geelong.ymca.org.au

AB PHILLIPS

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

At AB Phillips, we are proud to have been selected by the Australian Camps Association (ACA) as their strategic partner for insurance. Our experienced team works with you to make sure you are receiving purpose-built policies that cover you for exactly what you need.

Our Camps Insurance experts have been working with camps and outdoor activity providers for over 15 years. Our team understand the challenges faced and provide support and advocacy towards assisting the industry. Get really covered. Get insured with AB Phillips. Call us: 1300 242 136 Visit us: https://www.abphillips.com.au/industryspecialties-camps Email us: insurance@abphillips.com.au

AUBIN ENVIRONMENTAL

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Onsite sewage treatment systems, designed, manufactured and supplied by fully qualified scientists and engineers.

Designed specifically for rural Australian commercial sites with limited access to qualified specialists locally.

Active-Lab 2000 is 100% Australian made.

• Built into a shipping container

• Arrives onsite ‘Plug & Play’

• Logs itself onto the internet and sends us an email when its plugged in

• Fully remote controlled

• Includes ROBO-Lab – a patented robotic chemical engineer who is constantly monitoring the health of your plant.

AUBIN is a family owned and operated Australian business.

AUSCAMP

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Auscamp is your one stop for outdoor education and recreation.

• Each program is designed to meet the individual needs of the group or school.

• Locations: North East Victoria: High Country, Charnwood Camp (Strathbogie Ranges), Nillahcootie Camp (Lake Nillahcootie), Auscamp Alpine Lodge. South West Victoria: Anglesea Valley Lodge incorporating Wenslydale Farm, Cape Otway. NSW: Hawkesbury River. Tasmania: Freycinet and Hobart.

• Activities: Water-based: surfing, canoeing, sea kayaking, rafting, sailing. Land based: bushwalking, orienteering, mountain bike riding, initiative activities, rock climbing, abseiling, back country skiing, downhill skiing and boarding, low ropes, bouldering, archery and horse riding.

• Programs can be activity, residential or expedition based, or a combination of all.

• Nillahcootie Outdoor Centre (see Nillahcootie classified).

We would welcome the opportunity to provide you with an information pack or to meet with you to discuss your needs.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT AB Phillips

PO Box 832, Moorabbin VIC 3189 1300 242 136 abphillips.com.au/industry-specialties-camps insurance@abphillips.com.au

AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS SALES PTY LTD

Selling or thinking about it.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

• We are business brokers and Licenced real estate agents specialising in the sale of camps and group accommodation businesses

• Let our experience maximise the return on your investment

• You’ll be represented by the principal and owner.

AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS SALES PROVIDES:

• Free estimate of the most probable selling price of your business in the current market

• Free advice on how to prepare your business for sale

• Free advice on the best method of sale eg. private sale, tender, expression of interest

• Free advice on marketing and advertising strategy

• We provide you with a comprehensive list of what we expect from you and what you can expect from us

• If required, we work with you to create an exit plan at no cost to you.

Our ongoing success in finding buyers for camps means we have built up a database of buyers.

CONTACT Brett Bowden

25 Shiraz Crescent, Point Cook VIC 3030

03 9395 6800 or 0417 005 755

brett@absales.com.au https://www.absales.com.au

CONTACT Stephen Pereira

4/32 Onslow Avenue, Cambellfield VIC 3061 0421 241 425 sales@aubin.com.au aubin.com.au

AUSTRALIAN ROPES COURSE BUILDERS PTY LTD

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Our Vision at Australian Ropes Course Builders (ARCB) is to provide our clients with a full range of services within the adventure challenge course industry. Our goal is simple - to provide you with a safe environment to operate your outdoor adventure program.

ARCB is focused on the design and installation of high and low ropes courses, flying foxes, giant swings and other initiative and team building activities. We also believe that regular maintenance and annual inspections are vitally important to ensure the safety of your challenge course.

ARCB provides all gear and equipment that you may require for your programs including; rope, harnesses, helmets, karabiners, lanyards, pulleys and all other ropes course hardware. Please feel free to call Sid on 0419 228 681 with any questions about your ropes course needs. We are happy to help.

CONTACT John Lindros

1034 Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079 03 9497 2899 info@auscamp.com.au auscamp.com.au

BAYPLAY ADVENTURE TOURS

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Bayplay Adventure Tours is an outdoor provider offering a range of land and water activities from our Adventure Centre in the coastal village of Portsea on the Mornington Peninsula.

Bayplay provides a unique offering of water and land-based activities for visitors to the region including weekends and mid-week school and corporate groups.

Our guided experiences include:

• Snorkel with the Sea Dragons

• Sea Kayaking – to the Dolphin Sanctuary

• Stand Up Paddle – Guided tours and lessons

• Discover Scuba Dive or PADI Dive Courses

• Guided Bike Rides at Point Nepean National Park

• Guided Walking to the Mornington Peninsula National Park

• Overnight Camps for small groups

• Team Building activities

• Beach Activity Programs

Our team are proud locals who enjoy sharing their knowledge of the region.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Bayplay Adventure Tours

CONTACT Sid Carroll 0419 228 681 info@arcb.com.au arcb.com.au

3755 Point Nepean Road, Portsea VIC 3944 03 5984 0888 groups@bayplay.com.au bayplay.com.au

BELGRAVIA OUTDOOR EDUCATION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

At Belgravia Outdoor Education (BOE) our purpose is simple: provide consistently excellent programs of outdoor education to meet the needs of young people and truly deliver educational outcomes.

We do this through careful collaboration to create the perfect experience, one that challenges your students and provides an engaging learning environment.

Our focus is to deliver educational outcomes such as resilience, self-reliance, teamwork, leadership and communication skills through outdoor activities. We aspire to do this with consistently high-quality programs delivered by our engaged and expert team.

We will work with you to design a program to engage and challenge your students. Our highly experienced and enthusiastic team plan and deliver all the activities as well as creating the opportunities for each student to reflect and learn from their experience.

New for 2022 we have partnered with the Reach Foundation to offer powerful social and emotional learning experiences to help develop emotional resilience and courage.

BOE is a Belgravia Group company.

CONTACT Richard Thornton

4/102 Albert Road, South Melbourne VIC 3205 0476 830 030 info@belgraviaoutdooreducation.com.au belgraviaoutdooreducation.com.au

ELGAS

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Elgas is the proud Preferred Supplier of LPG to the Australian Camps Association, and Australia’s largest LPG Gas company. We pride ourselves on ‘Local, Safe and Reliable Service’ to communities whether for home, business, automobile or barbecue customers.

Our Cylinder Exchange delivery service also offers Automatic Text (SMS) Gas Check Alerts to remind you to check your gas bottles. You’ll never forget to order again!

For our Automated Tanker deliveries, we monitor your gas usage and schedule tanker deliveries so there is no more calling to order gas. We provide a 24/7 service for all customers through our local branch and agents network, and also our National Service Centre located in Melbourne.

By offering a variety of products and supply options, Elgas can find a solution to all your LPG needs. Contact your local Elgas branch anytime on 131 161 or visit us at www.elgas.com.au for information, appliances and to manage your account online.

BINDAREE OUTDOOR EDUCATION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

At Bindaree we will work in partnership with your school to help you deliver inspiring outdoor programs where your students can thrive in nature.

We are committed to excellence in safety and as a Licenced tour operator we have the ability to operate throughout Victoria and New South Wales. We will work with you to design a custom program to meet your needs and deliver a great experience for all.

We have the flexibility and expertise to help you create the best outdoor experience whether it be a single day, multi-day, base camp, journey or something in between.

With over 32 years’ experience you can have the confidence that we understand the finer details of planning your schools program and are with you every step of the way.

Visit our website or call our team today to find out how we can assist you with your next program.

EDMUND RICE CAMPS VICTORIA

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

For over 40 years, Edmund Rice Camps Victoria have provided residential camp experiences for young people and families facing adversity. Developed and grown in Melbourne, Edmund Rice Camps have spread across the world and continue to provide an opportunity for intense relationship and confidence building through a 1:1 ratio of participants to volunteers. Each year, we provide a range of camp programs, detailed below.

For specific camp dates, head to our Programs and Events Calendar.

We offer:

• Kids Camps

• Family Camps

• Teen Boys Camps

• Teen Girls Camps

We are committed to the personal growth and development of all young adult volunteers, who serve as friends and mentors to those in our care.

Transforming lives, one camp at a time.

CONTACT Joe Beckett

6/381 Bayswater Road, Bayswater VIC 3153 03 9720 9896 joe.beckett@bindaree.com bindareeoutdooreducation.com.au

HYPERSONIC INDUSTRIES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Proudly an Australian manufacturer of steel bunks and bed frames for the commercial accom market.

PRODUCTS SUPPLIED: Commercial grade Blue Tick Certified Bunk Beds (single/single, single/ double, king single/king single), single through to queen steel bed frames, mattresses & protectors.

KEY FEATURES: Australian made, 10 year warranty on all commercial products, Australian raw materials, products can be modified to suit your requirements, family business for 50 years, strength, quality, durability.

ACA MEMBER RESPONSES: “When we rebuilt our campsite after being destroyed on Black Saturday, we found Hypersonic to be a reliable supplier of bunk beds. Hypersonic supplied both standard and custom sized bunks in a timely manner and we have had no issues whatsoever with the workmanship.” - Colin French, Kinglake Ranges Wilderness Camp. “Purchased bunks 3 years ago from Hypersonic. Still in ‘as new’ condition, very happy with sturdiness and safety of bunks. Bunks come with accreditation for structure and strength. Most other bunks carry accreditation for design only.”

- Andrea Brown, Golden Valleys Lodge.

CONTACT

CONTACT Elgas Customer Service

327 Police Road, Mulgrave VIC 3170 131 161 melbourne@elgas.com.au elgas.com.au

Karolina Koman - Commercial Client Manager 4 Foden Avenue, Campbellfield VIC 3061 03 9305 2446

commercial@hypersonic.com.au hypersonic.com.au

CONTACT Edmund Rice Camps Victoria

7 Amberley Way, Lower Plenty VIC 3093 03 8359 0143 programs@ercvic.com ercvic.com

ISLAND ENERGY

Island Energy is the preferred supplier for Camps and Accommodation facilities wanting to reduce their energy overheads, lower their carbon footprint, and install onsite renewable energy systems. Energy costs are climbing and it is time for businesses to take control of their energy bills.

GREEN ASSESSMENTS: Our energy assessment services are tailored to suit your requirements. We will discuss your needs, then offer the most appropriate service.

CAMP ASSESSMENT SERVICES: Our reporting complies with Energy Audit Standards. Our sustainability advisers can provide assistance in a variety of ways including:

• Energy assessments or audits

• Carbon accounting

• Assisting with social procurement of suitable products

• Management of implementation of recommendations

• Billing and energy analysis

• Accessing funding such as green loans for sustainability activities

• Designing and installing solar and battery systems.

CONTACT Joel Thompson

VIC, ACT, NSW and QLD 1300 534 110

joel.thompson@islandenergy.com.au islandenergy.com.au

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Mindflight7 high school incursions use virtual reality to transport student’s minds into potential future careers! Our team of educators, career advisors, technology and communications experts as well as industry experts and academics, has collaborated to create, organise and facilitate delivery of pre-packaged STEAM curriculum integrated real-world VR career experiences. We now offer this exciting career education activity both at school and at school camps. Students can now visit Iceland, complete heart surgery or even take a space walk from any location!

Our virtual reality headsets transport student groups into a range of career scenarios, providing virtual ‘hands on’ learning opportunities. Students can individually explore, experience and consider possible future careers from their high school or their school camp.

Interested?

We’d love to hear from high schools who’d like to innovate their careers program or add an exciting new activity to their school camp itinerary! Please contact us to discuss your needs and learn more about how our world first approach to learning can help guide your students to better career choices.

CONTACT Chris Gillard 03 7036 2467 flights@mindflight7.com.au mindflight7.com.au

OUTER EASTERN TRAINING INSTITUTE

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Outer Eastern Training Institute (OETI) is a registered training organisation (RTO #40948) based in Gembrook, Victoria.

OETI provides aspiring outdoor leaders the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications at Certificate III & IV levels in Outdoor Leadership. Training is provided in both a theory & practical hands-on environment with a focus on providing the highest quality of instruction from our qualified trainers. Courses are run in partnership with workplaces who employ, or are considering employing, a trainee in their outdoor education department or camp location.

We work closely in consultation with schools, school camps, campsite providers & other outdoor education providers. Theory classes are delivered at our facilities with practical training conducted in state forest, national & regional parks. Students undertake outdoor activities including bushwalking, flatwater kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, challenge ropes, rafting, skiing, mountain biking, snorkelling & remote or wilderness first aid. Each of our electives are available to the general public as stand alone industry skills short courses. Upon completion students obtain a nationally recognised qualification.

CONTACT Holly Paulding

Lot 3 Beenak Road, Gembrook VIC 3783 03 5967 7103

info@oeti.edu.au oeti.edu.au

ONE PLANET

COMMERCIAL HIRE:

ONE PLANET Commercial Hire offers top-ofthe-line equipment for journey-based outdoor programs. Our hire service is based in Melbourne and available Australia-wide, offering:

• 2 and 3 person bushwalking tents

• Tarps

• Stoves

• Rucksacks

• Sleeping bags

• Sleeping mats

• Rain jackets

• Overpants

• Gaiters.

We also offer individual hire for school students through www.camplist.com.au

ONE PLANET has more than 40 years’ experience manufacturing outdoor gear. Over the decades, we’ve worked with outdoor education centres, providers, schools and guides to craft long-lasting products.

Contact sales@oneplanet.com.au for an Outdoor Education Catalogue.

CONTACT ONE PLANET 650 Somerville Road, Sunshine West VIC 3020 03 9311 5244 sales@oneplanet.com.au oneplanet.com.au

PEOPLE OUTDOORS

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

People Outdoors, a branch of the Australian Camps Association, has been providing camps and outdoor experiences for people living with disability for more than 30 years. The Australian Camps Association/People Outdoors is a registered NDIS service provider accredited with the Quality Tourism Framework.

People Outdoors programs provide children, teens and adults living with disability the opportunity to experience the social and developmental benefits of adventure outdoors. All programs are staffed by trained and passionate professionals and volunteers.

Our programs depart from both Melbourne and Ballarat departure locations and include overnight camps, weekend camps and four-day school holiday camps.

Looking for work? Enquiries are welcome if you are interested in joining our team.

People Outdoors - experts in providing outdoor experiences for people living with disability.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT People Outdoors 84 Hotham Street, Preston VIC 3072 03 9863 6824

peopleoutdoors@auscamps.asn.au peopleoutdoors.org.au

OUTBEYOND

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

OutBeyond is a unique outdoor education organisation specialising in leadership development and environmental education. Our programs are unique to each client designed to the organisations specifications and requirements of their outdoor education. We offer a variety of programs including journey-based camps, hybrid camps that include hardtop accommodation with camping and straight hardtop camps that provide dorm rooms.

Our staff are student focused, highly qualified and competent leaders. We provide bespoke, educational programs that give students the opportunity for self-discovery and development beyond the walls of the classroom. Experiences that live with the students for life.

Please contact us for the following:

• School camps

• Holiday camps

• Incursions - Bring the outdoors to the school grounds

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Debra Kruske 1300 856 340 0410 326 175 go@outbeyond.com.au outbeyond.com.au

• Duke of Edinburgh Award program

RHSPORTS

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: RHSports are the preferred supplier of sports equipment and clothing to the ACA and its members. We stock a huge range of well-known brands, in addition to our own exclusive NYDA brand which covers 30+ sports, outdoor and recreational products and heaps of fun equipment. NYDA products are designed to address the specific quality and price requirements of camps, schools and educational institutions and aims to provide all the resources required to successfully run your programs and keep both kids and adults active.

Members are eligible for the following ACA/ RHSports arrangement:

• 10% off NYDA products

• Access to wholesale pricing for all other products

At RHSports our focus revolves around:

• Competitive pricing

• Expert product selection advice

• Easy online ordering plus access to seasonal specials, clearouts and bulk buy discounts

• Total uniform solutions

• NYDA Vision video resources

• FREE resources online

We invite you to do business with us and experience the difference.

CONTACT RHSports

1800 819 124 info@rhsports.com.au rhsports.com.au

SEAEARTH ADVENTURES

Privately owned.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

SeaEarth Adventures are based on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road and have been providing high quality programs for many years along the coast and throughout Victoria.

We run programs for corporate groups, youth groups, schools, tertiary institutions and the general public.

Activities include surfing, sit on top kayaking, mountain bike tours, team building and initiative programs, rock climbing and abseiling, adventure races, expeditions, marine and bush environmental education programs. Activities can vary from one hour private surf lessons to multi-day corporate adventure programs. We handle all facets of program organisation including the provision of specialist equipment, qualified instructors and facilitators, first aid, insurance, permits and accreditation. All programs are specifically tailored to achieve your goals and budget.

Which Adventure has your name on it?

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Dane Hubbard PO Box 217, Torquay VIC 3228 03 5261 2241

info@seaearthadventures.com.au seaearthadventures.com.au

WILDAIR OUTDOORS

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

WildAir Outdoors is a distribution and sales company based in Victoria, Australia, established to bring some of the world’s favourite lifestyle, travel and outdoor clothing and accessories brands to the Australian and New Zealand markets. As travel and outdoor enthusiasts, we support brands that not only make great products, but also have a compelling reason for being. Many of our brands are committed to promoting environmental stewardship, so you can feel good wearing and using our quality gear on your next outdoor adventures, whether that be in the park next to your house, at the beach or on a mountain peak overseas.

We believe outdoor gear should not be bland and allow you to express yourself in all of your adventures.

Check out our range of hammocks, poles, packs, tent, bags, clothing, footwear, merino wool socks and other accessories now.

We are proud distributors of brands, including:

• KAVU - Hats, bags and clothing

• ENO Nation - Hammocks and accessories

• Bedrock Sandals

• Mountainsmith - Packs, poles and tents

• Farm To Feet - Merino socks

CONTACT WildAir Outdoors PO Box 71, Torquay VIC 3228 0417 840 192 sales@wildairoutdoors.com.au wildairoutdoors.com.au

SOUTHERN EXPOSURE & THE OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

For 24 years we have been based on the Surf Coast, at the gateway to the Great Ocean Road and the Otway Ranges, conducting school camps and single day excursions. With so much natural environment on our doorstep that is easily accessible for school camps, there is plenty to do:

• World class surfing

• Mountain biking and the best single trails in Victoria

• Sea/surf/river kayaking in stunning marine parks

• Hiking the Surf Coast Walk and the Otway Trails

• Open water surf safety

Programs are conducted in Lorne, Anglesea, Torquay, Forrest and Ocean Grove. Activities are a great medium to build important life skills and tailored to suitability from Year 4 to Year 12.

We provide the best possible equipment to enhance the total adventure experience. Equipment is selected according to terrain and maintained and updated according to Adventure Activity Standards.

Southern Exposure provides programs in a safe, enjoyable and educational context, with highly experienced and professional guides.

QTF CAA ACCREDITED

CONTACT Bindy Sheehan

31 Baines Crescent, Torquay VIC 3228 03 5261 9170 bindy@southernexposure.com.au southernexposure.com.au

WILDERNESS FIRST AID AUSTRALIA

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Wilderness First Aid Australia is one of the longest serving wilderness first aid companies in Australia. Started over 12 years ago WFAA is the preferred provider by many of Australia’s leading outdoor education organisations. WFAA trains hundreds of students each year and continue to offer a high standard of wilderness/remote specific first aid courses Australia wide. WFAA offer a range of wilderness first aid courses ranging from basic 2 & 3 days to advanced 5, 7 & 10 day programs. Programs are offered in a variety of ‘face to face’, online and blended delivery formats.

WFAA instructors are not just instructors they are professional outdoor educators, Emergency Medical Technicians, Intensive Care Paramedics, Nurses, Ski Patrollers (international) and guides. Our instructors not only teach in Australia but have experience in instructing courses in countries such as: USA, NZ and Malaysia, expanding instructor’s educational and cultural experiences.

It has also helped develop a business that understands the diversity of wilderness first aid training on a global scale.

CONTACT Wilderness First Aid Australia PO Box 258, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340 03 9005 7172 or 0429 182 222 info@wfaa.net.au wfaa.net.au

WILD AID FIRST AID

Family owned and operated.

DESCRIPTION OF ORGANISATION & SERVICES: Wild Aid First Aid specialises in first aid and wilderness travel products. Wild Aid is a family owned company located in the north west of Victoria, Australia.

Wild Aid First Aid was established in the early 2000’s and taught wilderness first aid courses Australia wide. We have grown into producing and selling high-quality specialised products for our customers that can assist in all aspects of their daily lives and outdoor activities.

First aid is the forefront of our business, that provides first aid kits for camping, fishing, hiking as well as the workplace, home, car, and our pets.

We want you to be able to take the best care of yourself at home, work or in any of the outdoor adventures you enjoy no matter how extreme they may be.

We not only provide first aid kits and wilderness travel products but also an abundance of products useful for the outdoor enthusiast. We are experts in the game and want to provide you with the knowledge, skills and tools to enjoy yourself safely in whatever you do and wherever you are.

‘Always expect the unexpected and you’ll always be protected’.

CONTACT Megan Ritchie 0434 397 770 info@wildaid.com.au wildaid.com.au

Goal Oriented, Quality Outdoor Activities and Camps

'Adventure For All'

People Outdoors, has over 30 years experience delivering camps and outdoor programs for people of all ages living with physical or intellectual disability.

Overnight Camps Weekend Camps School Holiday Camps

All meals, activities, transport and accommodation included Registered NDIS Service Provider

Kids, teens and adults welcome!

Central pick up pointdepartures from Ballarat and Thornbury

Call today to find out more: Melbourne - 03 9863 6824 Ballarat - 0455 514 879 www.peopleoutdoors.org.au

Epic natural adventure

Tick off amazing camp experiences every day in this stunning state. Stay at forest’s edge and share in daring outdoor adventures. Day-trip together for jaw-dropping natural wonders and once-ina-lifetime wildlife encounters. Western Australia is epic and unforgettable.

DARE ADVENTURES

Privately owned.

TOWN: DWELLINGUP

SETTING: Our outdoor camp is nestled within some of the most beautiful jarrah forests in WA just 6km from the Murray River.

ACCOMMODATION: 150+. 3 large self contained Bunkhouses and Chalet. Site also accommodates tents and caravans.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 15.

CATERING: Full and self catering options.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dining/recreation room.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Commando course, abseil tower, flying fox, large oval.

OTHER INFORMATION: Team building, confidence building, leadership skills, decision making skills, team interaction, communication skills, mountain biking, bushwalking.

RESOURCES NEARBY: Murray River, Trees Adventures, Forest Heritage Centre, Redz Zoo.

FOREST EDGE RECREATION CAMP

Privately owned.

TOWN: WAROONA

SETTING: 42ha semi-cleared hill setting adjacent to state forest.

ACCOMMODATION: Sole use. 140 bed dormitory (15 x 4 beds, 6 x 12 beds, 1 x 8 bedrooms). Catering/bedrooms/bathrooms under one roof. Tent/camp ground: 30-50 people with camp kitchen if dormitory is unavailable or if used in conjunction with large groups.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: Under 60 charge applies.

CATERING: Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering.

INDOOR FACILITIES: Dormitory, basketball, volleyball, TV.

OUTDOOR FACILITIES: 18 activities including abseiling, big fox, billy carts, kayaking, crate climb, initiative course, low ropes, orienteering, pamper pole, raft building, target shooting, ski biscuiting, bush skills, boomerang making, screen printing, wall climbing.

OTHER INFORMATION: Resident managers. Activity and catering staff available. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. 80 camps annually.

CONTACT Clayton Fredericks 43 Nanga Road, Dwellingup WA 6213 08 9538 1314 info@dareadventures.com.au dareadventures.com.au

CONTACT Forest Edge Recreation Camp PO Box 211, Waroona WA 6215 08 9733 1731 admin@forestedge.net forestedge.net

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Dare Adventures

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