Students from years 3-6 participate in a camping program. Students attend camp with their class, and enjoy the challenges, learning and class bonding that exemplifies this fabulous experience.
In 2019, we look forward to the following camping experiences:
Year 5-6: Adventure Camp to Lake Dewar for 2 nights and 3 days.
Situated in the picturesque hills of the Myrniong region, Lake Dewar is set up to challenge every person in a safe environment and bring these experiences back to their real life.
Some of the amazing activities students take part in include:
FLYING FOX: The dual flying fox at Lake Dewar is a truly spectacular experience. It helps participants develop confidence and self-awareness. Fully harnessed and helmeted, participants travel 250 metres along our gorge overlooking the majestic Gorrong Rocks.
TUNELLING: Participants navigate to different checkpoints around the campgrounds and complete challenges along the way. Races can be customised to your groups’ needs and can run from two hours to two days (with breaks) depending on the level of challenge required. This activity is great for teamwork, problem solving and communication.
ARCHERY: Get your Robin Hood on! The fun archery activity gives both novice and experienced archers the opportunity to use quality bows and take aim at bulls‐eye targets. This activity helps participants develop their technique and exercise patience in a safe environment. Bullseye!
CANOEING: Canoeing is a big part of our heritage and one of our most popular camping activities. Suitable for all ages, participants learn basic paddling techniques on our beautiful lake.
JETTY JUMP: This awesome activity requires participants to jump into the lake from a safe and supervised platform. Usually paired with kayaking, the jetty jump is as fun at it sounds!
CAMP FIRE COOKING: Participants gather around the campfire and learn all about cooking safely in the bush. On the menu? Delicious damper, tasty toasted marshmallows and beautifully brewed bush tea.
http://www.camps.ymca.org.au/locate/lake-dewar/about-lake-dewar-lodge.html
Year 3-4: Adventure Camp to Lake Dewar for 1 night and 2 days.
For school groups, the fundamental goal at Camp Sunnystones is for students to start a lifelong love of the great outdoors. They utilise adventure based team building activities to foster a sense of appreciation for the environment and each other.
Some of the amazing activities students take part in include:
CANOEING: Canoeing is a fantastic activity that is undertaken on our 4 megalitre dam. Basic canoeing skills are taught in a practical manner, leading into games, teamwork, and a whole lot of fun for the session!
RAFT BUILDING: Raft building is the ultimate in fun and teamwork. The rafts are built by the students under the supervision and guidance of Sunnystones staff. The amount of guidance depends on the group, ranging from a large amount of assistance through to no assistance at all!
GEOCACHING: Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences with each other. Camp Sunnystones has its own specifically designed geocaching course within its property, whereby students work together in teams to find a number of waypoints in the fastest time possible. Each team is equipped with a GPS device and a set of clues to assist in their journey of discovery!
LOW ROPES COURSE: The ropes course consists of 9 linked individual elements. A group of 15-20 can get around in about 1 hour. This course is suitable for grade 2 (with a lot of help) and above. This activity is aimed at team building aspects.
INTIATIVES ROPE COURSE: The initiative course is suitable for up to three groups of 8-14 people rotating on the various activities. It takes at least 1 hour to get through all of the activities. This activity again is based upon teamwork as well as individual growth.
ROCK CLIMBING: Our custom made bouldering wall is a fantastic entry point into rock climbing or just fun and enjoyment in its own right. Our wall has three levels of difficulty, enabling students of all abilities to achieve success and challenge themselves.
https://www.sunnystones.com.au/
