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Year 7 Camp Lady Northcote YMCAThe school runs a camp at the Lady
Northcote YMCA Camp at Rowsley, near Bacchus Marsh. • Mountain Bikes All activities are supervised by teachers and appropriately qualified YMCA staff. Year 7 camp reflections - 2009
The group I was in at camp had heaps of fun on camp. In my group were Israa, Michael, Charlie, Jamie, Morgan, Marina, Lani, Kiki, Charlotte, Han and Stefano. The first activity was mountain biking. Then we had flying fox, canoeing, archery, high ropes, yabbying, initiatives and giant swing. My favourite activity was the high ropes. It was so much fun and scary at the same time. My least favourite was yabbying. Michael and I were working together. We didn’t catch a single thing and everyone else caught something. In my cabin was Israa, Nikayla and myself but my cabin and someone else’s cabin kept swapping so we could all be together. On the second night we had a talent act. Eleanor and I sang our three songs that we had made up. In the end Eleanor and I won with two other groups. Camp was so much fun. I wish I could go again. Georgia B. Camp was awesome. I’m really proud of myself for going on the flying fox and giant swing (I went on the giant swing twice). Now I can conquer anything. I didn’t do the high ropes but I did manage to go up the ladder. Canoeing was heaps of fun. I was a bit scared but I had done canoeing before so I knew I was going to be fine. I caught four yabbies and I even held one in my hand - it was really cool. I made heaps of friends this year, awesome. Israa O. When we got to camp we had lunch and found our cabin groups and activity groups. I was in group two. The first activity was the giant swing but I didn’t go on it because I was scared of heights. It looked like fun. The second activity our group did was bike riding and that was fun but some people got blisters. We had a race too. Then we had some free time until 6pm which was when we had dinner. The first night we had pasta and it was yum. For dessert we had ice cream and topping if we wanted to and then we had some free time before we went on a night walk. That was fun. On the second day our group had high ropes and canoeing and the whole camp was really fun. Nikayla C. My favourite activity on camp was the high ropes course. The reason I liked it was because it was fun, scary and challenging. I also enjoyed the giant swing even though I chickened out and didn’t go all the way to the top. I liked that the groups weren’t massive so you got a good go at everything. At night we did a night walk and a talent show/disco which were both really fun. Overall it was fun and I really enjoyed it. Daisy H. The day came for camp. Everyone was at the school ready for camp. When the bus came we all got our bags in the bus then we hopped on. It took two and a half hours to get to the camp. When we got there we went to our cabins and set up our beds. Then the first activity we did was Initiatives. It was alright. After we had the giant swing but I didn’t go to the top. The next day we had yabbying and we caught 84 yabbies. The second activity was canoeing and we capsized. The third rotation was archery and no one was able to get a bullseye. The fourth rotation was high ropes and I was one step away from the finish. The next day we had mountain bike riding and I got really hurt. The last thing we did was the flying fox and this was my favourite one. It took us one and a half hours to get back and I had fun. Phong N. On camp we did a lot of activities such as initiatives, mountain bike riding, canoeing and a bunch more. My favourite activity was the giant swing, it was really fun. I was really excited about the high ropes group and when I got up there it was very scary but I made it all the way through. Also the food was great. Han N. Year 7 camp - 2008
Eighty excited year seven students set off on Wednesday 20 February for the Lady Northcote camp. Despite some concerns about the weather all began the first of their rotations that afternoon. Over the three days all students got to experience high ropes, yabbying, flying fox, giant swing, mountain biking, survivor challenge and canoeing. On first night there was a reflector trail walk and the second night a red faces performance. I would like to congratulate all students and staff for making the camp a great success. The feedback from the students has been very positive, and it was great to see them all socialising, giving every activity their best effort and working together so well. On return from camp I overheard a student commenting that if the aim of the camp was to give students an opportunity to get to know more students then we definitely achieved our goal. Fran Mullins Year 8 Camp 2008 - Student reflections
On the 17th March 2008 the year 8s boarded the buses, ready for a fun-packed four days at the Phillip Island Discovery camp. There were so many exciting activities like surfing, boogie boarding, bike riding, orienteering, archery, hut building, night walk, A-maze-n-things and more! The weather was really hot on the first day and it was a relief to get in the water, but it soon cooled down and was quite chilly especially at night. My favorite activity was A-maze-n-things which was a night time activity and a short drive from the camp. I loved the optical illusions that were on display and the drop-slide was great fun. We also got to try mini golf there! The camp was situated right next to the beach and there are a few spectacular photos of the scenery. The beach was a surf beach and on the third day the waves were huge! I think we were all upset to leave on the last day and I’m sure most of us would want to do it again. Hannah P, 8B Outdoor Education Camp 2008Fitzroy High Students Walk on WaterMonday morning saw 27 students and three teachers head off on a bushwalking camp around Lake Eildon. The bus ride up was buzzing with excitement as we enjoyed the entertainment of Cool Runnings and a stop at Healesville. Our journey to Eildon included some fantastic sites including the Black Spur and provided a good lead up to the climbs ahead. Upon arrival at Eildon students were split into two walking groups and assigned their walk leader from the Outdoor Education Group. Students then were instructed on what to pack and how to pack to ensure that everything would remain waterproof in the event of rain. Students then gathered to inspect maps of the journey for the afternoon. For one group a walk along the road and then up into camp. For the second group a climb up the nearest hill followed by a decent, followed by another climb and decent and so on and so forth in the 37 degree heat. The days walking was finished with some compass navigation until camp was found. The group was well led in this area by Nick, Richard, Gus and Dom. With camp found it was time to pitch tents, set up beds and begin preparation for dinner. With the two groups camped not far from each other it is fair to say that the food from both sites was sampled and the results very pleasing to the taste buds. It was excellent to see Patrick, Sea, Lora, Dom, Jack, Pip, Joe and Tim take the lead in this department on night one. With dishes washed, some ‘death hack’ (ask the kids) played and weary legs settling in it was time to check the maps for the next day. With a big day planned (about 12km) it was decided by the group that a 6am wake up call would be embraced by all and we would head out of camp early. With our japara’s and jumpers as pillows and the heat filling the tents a good nights sleep was hard to come by but in true Fitzroy spirit the 6am wake up was observed. After indulging in some corn flakes and powdered milk we saddled up and headed for the hills. With Max, Nelson and Clancy setting the pace and Nick and Nick navigating we set a cracking pace early. Having made it to our second water drop by 10am it was decided that a greater challenge was required by the group. With compasses, maps and a pack full of enthusiasm we headed off into the bush to navigate our way to camp. With some successful (and some not so successful) navigating we made it to the highest peak on our trip 560m above sea level where lunch, the views and some refuelling was enjoyed. From here it was downhill through the bush where steady feet were the order of the day led by Jesse’s size 14 shoes. This stage allowed us to enjoy many of the views that the area has to offer and made many students feel that the climb was worth it. At the bottom of the decent it was decided we had drifted west through the bush and would need to head east through the tea tree to find our trusty link road that would carry us the rest of the way to camp. With some thrills and spills (Kane’s was a standout) we made our way to the road and WATER!!!! A quick dip and a great deal of splashing cooled many of the hot spots that develop after 12km walking and the relief could be seen in all of our faces. It was then off to the campsite no more than 500m up the road. Camp was set up with military like efficiency (well better than the night before) and the students settled in for some more ‘death hack’. Kieran, our fearless leader, then provided the next challenge of the day. It was time to construct the trench toilet. With some instruction and some eager diggers led by Patrick, Nick, Nick, Sea and Gus our luxuries were in order. It was then back to camp for a stir fry and apple crumble, who knew they would be eating so well in the bush. The night was finished off with a night walk and a debrief about the students experiences followed by RAIN! Well you wouldn’t really call it rain but it did cause some excitement in camp and 14 students to scurry to bed a little faster. There a couple were met by sugar ants or bull ants depending on who you believe, always remember to keep you tent door zipped boys. With cooler conditions and tired legs the students enjoyed a ‘better’ night’s sleep and were ready and eager to tackle the last 4km of the journey. With the students navigating the way the journey was pushed closer to 5km, a very good learning experience, and the end point was reached. Now all that was left was unpacking and lunch in a bucket, a bush delicacy that you must talk to the students about. With all of our brave soles back on the bus it was homeward bound comfortable with the fact that over three days we had walked 20km with everything we needed on our backs, enjoyed the views and the company of each other and with the skills and enthusiasm to return to bushwalking again soon. All students who participated in the camp should be extremely proud of their maturity, achievement, teamwork and support they gave each other. They made the camp a truly enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Congratulations to Allegra, Becky, Jack, Dexy, Joe, Sam, Declan, Nick, Brittany, Saskia, Nick, Angus, Dom, Nelson, Tim, Pip, Indiana, Jesse, Tom, Will, Sea, Clancy, Patrick, Kane, Richard, Lora and Max. Ben Johnstone-McCloud Ski camp - 2008
On Sunday August 31st a group of four snowboarders, and twelve skiers from years 9, 10 and 11 set off for Mt. Buller. After quite a long drive we arrived at our accommodation, Meki Ski Lodge which was a short walk away from the main runs. During the afternoon we were assigned our rooms and then went to rent our ski gear and lug it back to the lodge. The next morning we were split into beginner and intermediate groups. The beginners learnt the basics, whilst the intermediates admired their attractive ski instructor. After our lessons we had lunch in Pauline’s (Foxy) apartment which was faster to get to. Once we had finished lunch we had some free time on the slopes, which gave the beginners the chance to use the chair lifts, which are harder to use than they look. At the end of the day the intermediates and beginners joined up for some races which featured a lot of stacks and getting air. After being forced to watch Australian Idol we headed to bed exhausted and looking forward to the following day. On the second day, we packed our bags then hit the slopes for our second lessons. We skipped lunch in order to fit in more skiing time and hit the slopes as a group again. This time we went on the Holden Express which was 1100 metres long. We finally had to go home, and after a quick snow fight we were walking home to get a bite to eat before leaving. Ski camp was great fun and everyone had a great time. Thank you to Matt, Marianne and Foxy for taking us! Eleanor D and Emely A
They continue to build positive relationships with each other and the staff, based on trust and interactions which reflect mutual regard - watching out for each other, showing concern and helping each other, waiting for each other, playing games together in the evening, singing, laughing and mucking around. They all show sensational cooperation - helping with the shopping, cooking and cleaning up, being in the right place at the right time, helping each other with equipment and luggage, loading and unloading over-snow transport and buses, being patient. The lodge manager thought they were a fantastic group of young people and praised them for their excellent behaviour. Thanks Emely A, Lora A, Bryn C, Gus C, Eleanor D, Joe D, Josh H, Raka H, Michael K, Jesse M, Matthew N, Tian N, Shanae P, Carl S, Sea T, Alice W and Esther W for a great time. Pauline Rice
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