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ANGLESEA GREEN, ANGLESEA, VICTORIA www.kidsadventureoutdoors.org.au

ADVENTURER’S HANDBOOK

A WEEKEND OF ACTIVE FUN & ADVENTURE OUTDOORS

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...where all the adventure is here just for YOU!

IT’S GOING TO BE A GREAT WEEKEND FULL OF BIKING, CANOEING, PADDLING, RUNNING, CLIMBING, SCRAMBLING, BUILDING, CREATING, NAVIGATING, GETTING OVER OBSTACLES AND GETTING OUT INTO NATURE – PLUS FOR THOSE UP FOR IT, A BIG BUSH CAMP OUT, BBQ AND MORNING DAMPER INCLUDED!

You get to try loads of awesome outdoor activities and discover some you love. So, give it all a go, taste the adventurous life and have a tonne of fun.

Remember to tell your Mum and Dad: this weekend it’s their parental duty to actually let you run wild!

Enjoy!

MUM AnD DAD THE KAOS WEEKEND AIMS TO ENGAGE CHILDREN WITH THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT WHILE INTRODUCING THEM TO A HUGE VARIETY OF ADVENTURE PURSUITS IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT THAT MAKES THE MOST OF ANGLESEA’S NATURAL PLAYGROUND.

Connecting our kids with nature is an important developmental issue. It touches on mental health, physical wellbeing, education, community, recreation and the protection of natural resources. Importantly, the weekend will give those parents who have less experience or confidence in taking their kids into nature, a safe, comfortable setting in which to ease their way into the outdoors.

It’s all about facilitating play in nature and creating pathways to engender lifelong habits of activity and enjoyment in the outdoors.

And of course, reclaiming some quality family time, spent in the outdoors having oodles of fun!

We thank you for coming and we’re sure your kids will too, as you create

childhood memories for them that will last a lifetime.

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A GUIDE TO WHERE ACTIVITIES WILL BE:

YMCA Anglesea Corner Great Ocean Road & Inverlochy Street, Anglesea

Camp Wilkin Noble Street, Anglesea

Water Sports Hub Event HQ (The Hub) Anglesea Green

Bush Cooking Bush Cooking Canoeing Bush Ranger Climbing Wall High Ropes Fishing Learn to Ride Crate Climb Initiatives Sailing Kite Making Giant Swing Flying Fox/Low Ropes Stand Up Paddle Boarding Amazing Race High Ropes Climbing Wall Surfing Terrific Twitch

Vertical Challenge Boomerang Art Estuary Discovery Pop Up Nature Play Hut Building Archery Trail Run Orienteering Trampolines Mountain Bike Riding

Skateboarding Orienteering Geocaching

Handy tips to keep you on track include –

Arrive nice and early on Saturday morning for registration at Event HQ (The Hub) as therewill be a crowd of kids ready to kick start the weekend.

At Registration you will be given a KAOS lanyard and laminated card with all your activitiesand activity times on it. You need to wear this at all times, especially when you check infor each of your activities at each location. At the end of the weekend, if you returnyour lanyard for us to re-use next year, we will give you a cool KAOS wristband to keep.

Remember your two AM and two PM activities are at the same location. This ensuresactivities run smoothly and you don’t miss out on the start of any excitement!

Remember that travel between locations takes time. Ensure you allow adequate traveltime at the start of the day and at lunch time.

Make sure you come well equipped with plenty of sunscreen, a hat and protectiveclothing. Mosquito repellent might be worthwhile too!

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ADVENTURER’S WEEKEND DIARY Fill in your personal adventure timetable with each session’s activity. Each session will run for 1 hour and 15 minutes, with a 15 minute break between so you can get hydrated and get to your next awesome activity. NOW GO GET WILD!

SATURDAY Activity (list your booked activity below)

SESSION ONE / 9.15AM – 10.30AM

SESSION TWO / 10.45AM – 12NOON

LUNCH / 12NOON – 1.30PM Bring Your own or order a special picnic lunch from Offshore Cafe

SESSION THREE / 1.45PM – 3.00PM

SESSION FOUR / 3.15PM – 4.30PM

CAMP OUT Bush Camp Out will be held at Browns Road, Eumeralla Scout Camp (see Map). Limited parking for cars at Eumeralla Scout Camp. You can walk from the Event Hub and we will take your gear on our shuttle bus, or you can catch the shuttle bus leaving the Event Hub at 5.30pm. Kangaroo Camp Out will be held at Camp Wilkin, Noble Street, Anglesea (see Map). BBQ Dinner at 6pm, Tent and Sleeping Mat is included in the cost of both Camp Outs. Be sure to let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.

SUNDAY Activity (list your booked activity below)

SESSION ONE / 9.15AM -10.30AM

SESSION TWO / 10.45AM – 12NOON

LUNCH / 12NOON – 1.3OPM

Bring Your own or order a special picnic lunch from Offshore Cafe

SESSION THREE / 1.45PM – 3.00PM

SESSION FOUR / 3.15PM – 4.30PM KAOS CAPERS EVENT CLOSE/ 5.00PM Meet at Event Hub for a celebration of the completion of an awesome weekend

BUSH CAMP OUT

KANGAROO CAMP OUT

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Did you know? that Anglesea – this beautifuladventure hub – used to be known as Swampy Creek? No wonder they changed the name to Anglesea back in 1884! It now carries (we think appropriately) the tagline: “fun and adventure by the sea.”

Don’t get lost!

You will need a map

Included in the next few pages are maps to help you get around during the weekend.

1. Anglesea Town Map

2. YMCA Camp Map

3. Camp Wilkin

Bring these maps with you and you won’t get lost!

D is for Date,

O is for Orientation, like a north arrow;

S is for Scale,

A is for Author, who made it;

L is for Legend, what the symbols mean;

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Things you need to know

IS THE EVENT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES? Anglesea campsoften host children with disabilities and we adhere to and promote access-for-all. All Anglesea Camps are well equipped to host children with disabilities. Unfortunately, not all activities will be able to host all children with disabilities, pending an individual’s requirements. We encourage parents to contact the KAOS Anglesea to discuss requirements, and we will do everything we can to be inclusive and make arrangements so your child can enjoy adventures at Kids Adventures Outdoors. All venues do have Universal Access for people with disabilities.

CAN I DROP MY CHILD OFF AND LEAVE THEM AT THE EVENT, PICKING THEM UP AT THE END OF THE DAY? No. Parents mustaccompany their child/ren and are responsible to and from activity sessions. Once children are

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in the care of our activity instructors AND if the activity doesn’t require parental assistance, parents can, duck off for a coffee. YMCA Anglesea and Camp Wilkin will have complimentary tea & coffee available for parents in the Dining Room, check your map for exact locations. So, essentially, you have approximately an hour and a bit to do your thing, but you must return promptly to collect children at the end of each session.

WHERE DO I PARK THE CAR? If you have booked on-site accommodation at YMCA Anglesea, Camp Wilkin or Beachfront Caravan Park, you can park there. It is only a short walk into town to the Anglesea Green and Event Hub. Please get instructions from each venue when you make your accommodation booking. For those attending for the day only, there is parking available next to the Anglesea Green in front of the Anglesea Lawn Bowls Club. Alternatively, if that is full, park in one of the side streets and walk to

the Green, (pay attention to any parking restriction signage).

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING? A sense of Adventure! Wear sturdy sneaker-type shoes (no open toes/thongs) Make sure that they can get dirty. Comfortable clothes that can also get dirty – we advise against dresses. You will need sunscreen and a hat. Think as though your child is off to a PE class on the oval. Kids should take a water bottle to each activity – hydration is important!

There are no equipment requirements as all activity-specific gear will be supplied. If participating in activities using a harness (Giant Swing, Crate Climb, Vertical Challenge, Climbing Wall), children should wear leggings or long shorts.

Your child may also prefer to wear a BYO wetsuit for the water based activities.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? For anyactivity involving a harness (Giant Swing, Vertical Challenge, Crate Climb, Climbing Wall) wear leggings or long shorts. Otherwise we suggest comfortable clothing (think PE class), that you are happy to get dirty! Shoes MUST be closed-in. Think sneaker, NOT thongs.

We strongly recommend Sun Smart approach, with brimmed hats and sunscreen.

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FOOD & CATERING IS FOOD INCLUDED IN THE TICKET PRICE? There are plenty of shops across the road from the event hub and we encourage you to support Anglesea traders. You can pre-order a picnic from Offshore Café and it will be delivered to the Event Hub. Alternatively you can bring a picnic lunch. Those choosing the Camp Out will have a Bush BBQ at the camp out site.

IF I SELECT THE CAMP OUT OPTION, IS FOOD INCLUDED? Yes, a Bush BBQ and Damper Breakfast is included in your purchase of a camp out ticket. Tea & Coffee will be available also.

IF I SELECT TO STAY OVERNIGHT AT ONE OF THE CAMPS, IS FOOD INCLUDED? Yes, a Continental Breakfast is included in your purchase of your accommodation.

WILL THERE BE FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE DURING THE DAY? Yes. You can pre-order a picnic from Offshore Café Anglesea. For orders go to www.offshorecafe.com.au Alternatively, there is a huge array of shops directly across the road from Event HQ.

CAN WE GO OFF SITE TO GET LUNCH / DINNER? Yes. Youare welcome to explore the Anglesea township and its culinary offerings. There are plenty of cafes, restaurants and take-aways. If you are a guardian and wish to duck off for a coffee or snack while your child is enjoying their activity session, feel free, however you MUST return prior to the finish of their activity to accompany them between sessions.

CAN WE BRING OUR OWN PICNIC LUNCHES? Yes, and you are welcome to find a nice shady place at the Event HQ to enjoy it!

DO I NEED TO BRING A BIKE FOR THE MOUNTAIN BIKE SESSIONS? No. Bikes will be provided for all mountain biking sessions. Children can bring their own bikes to ride if they feel more comfortable, however the suitability of the bike will be at the instructors’ discretion and children may be asked to use a GORATS supplied bike.

DO ADULTS HAVE TO BE PRESENT DURING AN ACTIVITY SESSION? Yes, Parents must accompany the child/ren they are responsible for to and from activity sessions. Some activities encourage parental participation, others are only for spectating but it is great to have parents along and involved. Please consider this when booking multiple children into activities in different locations.

ARE THE INSTRUCTORS QUALIFIED? Yes. Every instructor will have first aid qualifications and be experienced in their particular activity, including any specific qualifications that are required i.e. high ropes, Bronze Medallion, etc.

HAVE INSTRUCTORS HAD ‘WORKING WITH CHILDREN’ CHECKS? Yes. Every instructor and host will have a current Working With Children Check.

CAN I BRING MY DOG? Dogs would be best left at home. Dogs are not permitted at any of the Camps, ie Eumeralla Scout Camp, YMCA Camp or Camp Wilkin.

WHAT AGE DO YOU HAVE TO BE FOR THE ACTIVITIES? There are age requirements for the various booked activities with the age range from 3 to 13 years. Please refer to the activities information schedule on the website. Children must be at the minimum age on the day of the activity to book into that activity. We also ask that parents judge their child’s capabilities and interest for particular activities, regardless of age.

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ACCOMMODATION IS ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED IN MY TICKET? No, not unless you haveselected and paid for the Camp Out as an extra. Your general ticket covers activities only. You can then choose to purchase attendance at the overnight Camp Out during the booking process. OR you can book accommodation at the YMCA, Camp Wilkin or Beachfront Caravan Park, though this is done directly with the accommodation venue concerned.

WHAT ARE MY ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS? There are three accommodation options:

1. Participate in the Camp Out(Saturday night only). This is booked online when you book your children’s tickets. An adult must accompany / be responsible for all children for whom they are acting as a guardian at the event.

2. Stay in a room at the YMCA Camp, or Camp Wilkin. Or cabin at the Anglesea Beachfront Caravan Park. This cannot be booked via the online ticketing system. You must contact YMCA Anglesea, Camp Wilkin or Beachfront Caravan Park directly to book. There are limited rooms available. Configurations are 4-bed and 6-bed rooms, generallybunk accommodation.

3. Arrange your ownaccommodation independently inAnglesea or on the Surf Coast.Choose from the local caravanpark to units, hotels, motels andrented holiday houses.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING IF STAYING IN A CABIN OR ROOM AT YMCA OR CAMP WILKIN? Sleeping bag, fitted sheet (single), pillow, pillowcase, towel and your personal effects (toiletries).

WHAT IS THE CONFIGURATION OF THE CABINS AND ROOMS? All beds are single. Configurations are 2-bed, 4-bed and 6- bed rooms. We will do our best to accommodate family and friends together.

CAMP OUT WHERE IS THE CAMP OUT HELD? The Bush Camp Out will be on the nearby grounds of the Eumeralla Scout Camp. The Kangaroo Camp Out will be at Camp Wilkin.

HOW DOES THE CAMP OUT WORK? The Camp Out will offer a limited number of tents that can be booked via the online ticketing system. Each tent will be 3 person. When booking the Camp Out you will need to book the number of tents required. Tents are supplied and will be set up for you on arrival at Eumeralla/Camp Wilkin. You will not have to share a tent with anyone who is not known to you or part of your family/friends group.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO THE CAMP OUT? Sleepingbag, pillow, pillow case, warm clothes, rain jacket, water bottle, torch or headlamp.

WHAT DO I DO WITH MY CAMP OUT EQUIPMENT? Leave all you need for the Camp Out at the Hub at Registration on Saturday morning and it will be transported to the Camp Out site for you. Make sure everything has a name on it.

IS FOOD SUPPLIED? Yes. Those attending the Camp Out will enjoy a Bush BBQ dinner plus a damper breakfast in the morning with basic tea and coffee on offer. There will be water available at camp.

WILL I HAVE TO SHARE A TENT WITH PEOPLE I DON’T KNOW? No. Tents will be booked according to family group (where a family is a group of children known to one another and at least one adult guardian responsible for that group).

WHAT TIME DOES THE CAMP OUT START? The Camp Out starts from 5pm. BBQ Dinner will be available from 6.00pm.

HOW DO I GET TO THE CAMP OUT? You can walk To the Bush Camp Out at Eumeralla, it will take 30 minutes. Please ensure you have a map for directions, available from Registration. You can drive, but there is limited parking available at Eumeralla. There will be a complimentary shuttle bus leaving from the Hub at 4.45pm. The Kangaroo Camp Out at Camp Wilkin is a shorter walk, about 20 minutes, directly up Noble Street at the river roundabout.

CAN I CAMP WITH MY FAMILY SOMEWHERE ELSE? Certainly. Those choosing to camp elsewhere are responsible for themselves. We suggest local caravan parks, which have excellent facilities. There are NO legal wild camps in or around town. Remember it is illegal to camp on beaches or in any natural landscape area that is not specifically designated a campsite.

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Remember “DIRT IS YOUR FRIEND” The science community is finding more and more evidence that rapidly increasing rates of allergies in developed countries are a result of our obsession with cleanliness. Thirty years ago, ten per cent of the population reported some form of allergy, whereas today that number has risen to 30 per cent, with one in ten children suffering from asthma.

Our excessive cleanliness means that while we destroy harmful bacteria, we also destroy beneficial micro-bacteria and interrupt the normal development of children’s immune systems, thus making them more susceptible to allergies and autoimmune diseases.

So if you love smashing around in the mud, you can feel good for more than just the fact you are having a good time – you are also building your immune system for a strong and healthy future!

Make sure you check out our Mud Play, Clay Play and Loose Parts Play at the Hub (Event HQ). You can even make a family sign for your tent at the Camp Out

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colouring comp

KAOS COLOURING FUN

Colour In to Win Colour in these popular KAOS activities and hand in at Registration to go into the draw to win an awesome surprise prize.

Don’t forget to put your name and a contact phone number on it!

Your Name _______________________Age ______________Contact Phone Number ___________________________________

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CAN I BUY TICKETS ON THE DAY? Yes, however only if the event is not sold out. You may be limited as to the activities that have space in them. We strongly suggest buying tickets beforehand if you are hoping to buy on the day, please ring KAOS Anglesea before arriving.

GET YOU KOOL KAOS KIT KAOS T-SHIRTS AND CAPS, WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE DURING THE WEEKEND FROM REGISTRATION

TEES ($20) AND CAPS ($10).

HELP US KEEP COSTS DOWN, HAND IN YOUR KAOS LANYARD SO WE CAN USE IT NEXT YEAR AND YOU WILL RECEIVE A COOL KAOS WRIST BAND TO KEEP!

I HAVE A TODDLER/S. ARE THERE ANY ACTIVITIES / ENTERTAINMENT SUITABLE FOR THEM? Yes. There will be several non-scheduled, free play activities happening at theHub/Event HQ. A pop-up Nature Play area will be a highlight. Loose parts play, clay play, mud kitchen and more.

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PREMIER’S ACTIVE APRIL IS PART OF THE VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT’S COMMITMENT TO PROMOTE HEALTHY AND ACTIVE LIFESTYLES AND GET VICTORIANS TO JOIN IN THE FUN OF INCREASED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY.

Premier’s Active April encourages all Victorians to do 30 minutes of physical activity a day during April. It’s free, it’s fun and it’s part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to get more people active and healthy.

As a participant, you can log your daily activity with the Active April App and chart your progress throughout the month. You can also create and join teams, track the progress of team members and discover events that are taking place in your local area. Check out the great prizes on offer here: https://www.activeapril.vic.gov.au/special-offers/prizes/

And keep a lookout on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and our website for special opportunities to win other prizes including*:

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT PREMIER’S ACTIVE APRIL GO TO: WWW.ACTIVEAPRIL.VIC.GOV.AU

IMPORTANT BITS & BOBS EMERGENCY PROCEDURESIn the event of an emergency follow the instructions of your instructor or other KAOS staff.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS Police Fire Ambulance 000 On site event Co-ordinator 0497 890 400 or 0412 632 001 Anglesea Beachfront Caravan Park 1800 040 455 or 5263 1583 YMCA Camp Manager 0412 632 001 Camp Wilkin Manager 5263 3222

EXTREME / BAD WEATHER PROCEDURES If there is an extreme weather event, activities will be shifted indoors at various indoor venues in Anglesea. Follow instructions of KAOS staff and keep calm and adventure on!

“IT SEEMS TO ME THAT THE NATURAL WORLD IS THE GREATEST SOURCE OF EXCITEMENT; THE GREATEST SOURCE OF VISUAL BEAUTY; THE GREATEST SOURCE OF INTELLECTUAL INTEREST. IT IS THE GREATEST SOURCE OF SO MUCH IN LIFE THAT MAKES LIFE WORTH LIVING.” — David Attenborough

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LOADS OF PEOPLE WERE INVOLVED WITH GETTING THE KIDS ADVENTURE OUTDOORS EVENT HAPPENING, A HUGE THANK YOU GOES TO THE GOOD CREW AT ANGLESEA BUSINESS AND TRADERS (BATA) , REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT VICTORIA, GREAT OCEAN ROAD REGIONAL TOURISM, SURF COAST SHIRE, YMCA ANGLESEA, CAMP WILIKIN, ANGLESEA & DISTRICT COMMUNITY BANK, GREAT OCEAN ROAD COAST COMMITTEE, GO RIDE A WAVE, GO RATS, ECOLOGIC, YACHTING VICTORIA ,FISHING VICTORIA AND ANGLESEA BEACHFRONT CARAVAN PARK WHO ARE OUR HOSTS FOR THIS AMAZING EVENT AND IN WHOSE SAFE HANDS ALL ATTENDEES WILL BE, ALLOWING EVERYONE TO HAVE FUN IN SAFETY, THANKS ALSO TO AUSTRALIAN CAMPS ASSOCIATION FOR ITS SUPPORT.

KAOS WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE WITHOUT THE SUPPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES VICTORIA, AND THE PREMIER’S ACTIVE APRIL INTIATIVE, OF WHICH THE WEEKEND IS PROUDLY PART OF, THANKS TO NATURE

PLAY WEEK, KIDS IN NATURE NETWORK, GREAT AUSSIE CAMP OUT, BARWON WATER, HAYDEN REAL ESTATE ANGLESEA & ADVENTURE TYPES.

MOSTLY WE WANT TO THANK YOU – THE ADVENTURERS OF TOMORROW – FOR ALL THE AWESOME THINGS THAT WE KNOW YOU ARE GOING TO DO OUTDOORS IN YOUR LIFETIME. KEEP ON BEING ADVENTUROUS.

CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO CLIP FROM ONE OF OUR KAOS EVENT AMBASSADORS KAOS Wild Child_Beau Miles

Playing outdoors in nature is as important to kids as food and sleep.

Get ready for an awesome weekend!

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PATHWAYS TO AN ADVENTUROUS LIFE LOVE WHAT YOU DISCOVER AT KAOS? WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ANY NUMBER OF THE

ACTIVITIES AND HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED MORE? HERE ARE A FEW ORGANISATIONS WORTH TOUCHING BASE WITH TO CONTINUE YOUR ADVENTURES....

ARCHERY VICTORIA With an emphasis on fun and safety, Archery Victoria makes learning how to shoot a bow and arrow easy. www.archeryvic.org.au or tel: 0417 538 672

SCOUTS VICTORIA For 100 years the scouts have provided a gateway into the adventurous life for Victorian kids. www.vicscouts.com.au or tel: (03) 8543 9800

BUSHWALKING VICTORIA Bushwalking Victoria inspires more people to walk in natural areas for enjoyment, health, wellbeing and appreciation of the Victorian environment www.bushwalkingvictoria.org.au/ or tel: (03) 8846 4131

CANOEING VICTORIA Canoeing Victoria is committed to providing a wide range of opportunities to safely participate paddling by offering services in four key areas of paddling – Competition, Recreation, Education and Experiences. www.vic.canoe.org.au/ or tel: (03) 8846 4120

VICTORIAN RECREATIONAL FISHERS Providing access to local fishing clubs, the Victorian Recreational Fishers is the perfect first stop for budding anglers. www.vrfish.com.au or tel: (03) 9397 6318

MOUNTAIN BIKING AUSTRALIA Mountain Biking Australia aims to lead the development and promotion in Australia for the benefit and enjoyment of all mountain bikers. www.mtba.asn.au/ or tel: 02 9339 5800

CYCLING VICTORIA Cycling Victoria is the peak governing body for both organised competitive, and recreational, cycling within Victoria, Australia. It coordinates coaching & officials courses, junior development camps, school clinics, plus Come N Try road and track cycling days. www.vic.cycling.org.au

LIFE SAVING VICTORIA Life Saving Victoria wants all Victorians to learn water safety, swimming and resuscitation, and be provided with safe beaches, water environments and aquatic venues. www.lifesavingvictoria.com.au or tel: (03) 9676 6900

ORIENTEERING VICTORIA Orienteering Victoria offers support for those interested in navigation and orienteering via events, club contacts, coaching and more. www.vicorienteering.asn.au/ or tel: (03) 8846 4140

YACHTING VICTORIA Yachting Victoria provides access to clubs that offer support and programs especially directed and junior and youth development. www.vic.yachting.org.au or tel: (03) 9597 0066

SKATEBOARDING VICTORIA Partnering with educators, government and business, Skateboarding Victoria aims to foster, encourage and promote the sport of skateboarding throughout Victoria. www.skateboardingvictoria.org.au or tel: 0419 007 733

SUP VICTORIA SUP Victoria encourages participation at all levels of SUP – including surfing, racing, down winding, and flat water cruising. www.supvic.com/

GREAT AUSSIE CAMPOUT (GACO) GACO annually brings together thousands of Australians for one big night where they share the experience of camping out under the stars... in backyards, on a river bank, in a camp, a park, a caravan park, in fact, anywhere you feel like! In 2015, GACO takes place on 10 October, 2015. www.greataussiecampout.org.au or tel: (03) 9365 7100

YMCA VICTORIA YMCA Victoria delivers programs and services at more than 150 locations every day in settings including camps, student accommodation, community recreation and sporting facilities, swimming pools, childcare and early education, schools and kindergartens, and youth services. www.victoria.ymca.org.au or tel: (03) 9403 5000

BAPTIST CAMPING VICTORIAWe have been operating since 1945. Searching for camp centres can be a real issue, but at Baptist Camping Victoria we have several centres to meet your needs both catered and self-catered. We have programming staff to work with groups and clients whether overnight, day visitors or community programs. www.baptistcamping.org.au or tel (03) 52 63 3222.