CAMP WEEK

CAMP WEEK

Last week, Years 7 to 11 embarked on camp adventures in various locations, providing students the opportunity to build confidence, engage in a wide range of exciting activities, develop friendships outside the classroom, and step outside their comfort zone. The activities were designed to challenge students’ abilities and foster both teamwork and independence. All camps were a resounding success!

Year 7

Year 7 dove headfirst into the camp spirit at beautiful Lake Proserpine, where students made new friends and embraced all activities with enthusiasm. It was an action-packed Survivor themed program at Lions Camp Kanga, Crystal Brook, with students participating in various challenges, obstacle courses, low ropes, and sporting activities.

Year 8

Year 8 experienced life on a working cattle property at Wambiana Station, south-west of Charters Towers! Students took part in a range of different yard activities from pregnancy testing and milking cows, hypnotising chooks, whip cracking, and water divining. Night-time was also an exciting time with talent shows, quizzes and camp fires. We also learnt about Distance Education and the Royal Flying Doctors Service, noting the important role they play in rural and remote locations.  

Year 9

Year 9 had a blast at Mungalli Falls, taking part in a range of activities such as orienteering, canoeing, archery, and obstacle courses, with a true focus on teamwork! The camp was situated in the beautiful rolling hills of the Atherton Tablelands, a prime position for nature based interactive learning and outdoor recreation. Students were split up into teams outside their regular friendship groups, to complete tasks which challenged and inspired them. This camp brought students closer together, getting them out of their comfort zone to make lifelong memories. 

Year 10

WE CAN DO IT! was the theme for Year 10 camp at the idyllic Genazzano Retreat. Genazzano Retreat is nestled in the beautiful Atherton Tablelands offering wide open spaces, lake views, and the perfect environment for team building activities, reflection, and relaxation. Students worked together in their House groups for the duration of the camp and had a range of goals to achieve:

• Recognise your gifts and those of others
• Work as a team
• Step outside your comfort zone
• Learn new skills
• Have a go

Working in their House groups, students were able to set goals, play trust games, and have a go at raft building, canoeing, and creating a war cry.

Year 11

Year 11 camp on Magnetic Island focused on developing leadership skills in our 2024 College leaders. The camp provided students the opportunity to develop communication and teamwork skills, compassion, and the ability to push their limits and challenge themselves in a variety of activities. Students were blessed with incredible weather conditions and participated in bushwalking, Radio Rogaine, raft building, snorkeling, and stand up paddle boarding – just to name a few!