Camp Objectives
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To enhance learning through a variety of well-designed, first hand, positive experiences
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To act as an important stimulus for individual and social development
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To increase student awareness that different branches of learning are interrelated
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To increase students’ and adults’ awareness and application of safe practice in the outdoors
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To increase students’ understanding and concern for the environment
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To help learners develop self-confidence and a sense of adventure
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To teach students leisure, life and work skills
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To develop an attitude of responsibility
As these objectives target building confidence, team building skills and a host of important virtues and skills we make it a compulsory experience for all.
Curriculum Links
The principles of the NZ Curriculum are embedded into each school’s own curriculum and part of that approach happens outside the classroom.
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Vision - we want our young people to be confident, connected, actively involved and lifelong learners
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Principles - Eg, high expectations, inclusion, learning to learn, future focus, these principles put students at the centre of teaching and learning, a curriculum should be engaging and challenging, to strengthen these principles we need experiences outside the classroom.
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Values - Eg, excellence, equity, integrity, we always provide learning opportunities for these values to grow and develop in authentic situations.
Important Information
Packing List:
EVERYTHING MUST BE CLEARLY NAMED
Clothing |
Extra |
Bedding |
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Toilet bag containing:
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Drawstring bag containing:
Plastic bags for wet clothing and towels OPTIONAL
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DO NOT BRING:
I-pod, I-phones, PSP’s, mp3 players, money, cellphone, extra food. NO DEVICES AT ALL
*Closed shoes must be worn for all activities, and one pair may get wet on the confidence course so 2 are essential.
*There is limited space on the busses for luggage so make sure your bag is not too big and don’t bring more than you need. You must be able to carry all of your own gear.
First day of camp
Last day of camp
Student Experiences
Camp - Written by Mariel
"I climbed up the shaky tall building and my hands shook with every step I took. My team encouraged me, I climbed on. The sun was shining brightly and it suddenly felt hot. The harness was tugging on my waist, annoying me with every step I climbed. I reached the top and I nervously climbed on the miniature wooden box. My team shouted:
“1, 2, 3…”
I jumped off. I felt a rush go through me when I flew through space. I conquered my fear when I pushed myself to go higher."
The Mudslide - Written by Shyla
“I’m going to get you back”
I was covered with mud from head to toe.
“No Rani wait…”
It was too late. She dumped a giant pile of chocolate brown mud on top of of my head. It trickled down my face, falling to my toes.
“Time for a rinse off!”
I stepped onto the slippery black mat, took a run up, then zoomed off! Following the cold water, faster and faster.
“Whooo..!”
But then came trouble in paradise. The end was approaching. I took a deep breath and… “SPLASH!” The ice-cold muddy water blanketed me. I waited for the other 10 chickens to come so that we could take a group photo. The daylight gifted us the perfect lighting. I weaved through the water trying to get out of the freezing pool. Mud squished through my toes every step I took. Then suddenly felt another squishy dump of mud onto my back.
“I guess now I have to go down again.”
That was by far the best camp activity!
The high beam! - Written by Neha
I waited for the person to come down. My stomach was growing butterflies. “Go, it’s your turn”.
“Up 1, up 2, up 3, up 4, up 5, I climbed.
I stood at the top shaking like a loose spring. My team mates cheered me on.
The sun shone on my back while I walked on the log in fear. I went to the end and came back to the middle. I touched my toes and stood on one leg trying really hard not to look down. I leaned back and the strong ropes held me. I pushed back. I fell to the ground without hurting myself and I was proud.
“PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me do it again” I said as I took of my helmet in joy. This was my best experience at camp. I was excited and proud of myself.
