Wodonga Middle Years College CAMP WEEK PROGRAM aims to provide students the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with peers and WMYC staff while experiencing unique activities and destinations. Students can design their own Camps Week from an extensive list of options to suit their individual needs.
You can download the 2024 Camps Week Booklet here
The Camps Week program aims to:
- Improve physical and mental health through development of interest in outdoor recreation as a non-competitive and individually fulfilling activity.
- Provide opportunities for students to develop skills of co-operative living, leadership, social responsibility, and social acceptance.
- Provide opportunities for students to develop a sense of personal involvement and fulfilment and to be part of a caring community, as well as to interact with and be of service to the wider community.
- Provide opportunity to develop existing relationships and form new ones.
- Encourage students to develop a full understanding and appreciation of the natural environment and encourage them to become comfortable in “living with nature”.
- Provide opportunities for students to develop an understanding of their own capabilities and limitations of others, through a variety of experiences in the “outdoors”.
- Provide opportunities for students to develop the attitudes and skills associated with self-reliance, especially in an outdoor situation; to develop self confidence and self-esteem through activities conducted in both urban and natural environments.
- Provide opportunity for students to express and extend their individual talents and have these recognised in a supportive way.
- Provide mental and emotional satisfaction and practical benefit from exploring and developing an understanding of healthy risk-taking activities.
Selecting your Camp
Advertising for the 2024 Camps Week will occur during the last week of Term 3. Camps/Activities can be booked online via edval using a link and web code that will be emailed to you from Wodonga Middle Years – Felltimber Campus, or via the Huon and Felltimber Administration Offices from Monday 2 October 2023 for current Year 7 and Year 8 students and Monday 9 October 2023 for Year 6 students commencing in 2024. All 2024 Camps Week information will be advertised on the College website and social media sites.
All students are required to plan and book a program for their Camps Week. Online bookings close Friday 20 October 2023. Any student who has not made a booking will then be contacted to ensure they are involved in Camps Week.
Once selections have been made, a non-refundable deposit is required as soon as possible to secure your position on the camp/activities you have chosen. All deposits must be paid by Friday 20 October 2023. After this time, if your deposit is not recorded your selection/s will be removed, and you will need to re-submit your preferences. Please contact the Administration Office if you are unable to meet the deposit requirements.
All camp payments can be made via the WMYC School Portal App or via BPay. Please contact the Administration Office on (02) 6057 9000, if you are unable to access the School Portal App. Please note any 2024 Year 7 families who are not current WMYC families will not be able to access the School Portal App until 2024 and should contact the Administration Office.
Students should consider their choices carefully. Any changes to camp preferences requested by students are solely at the discretion of WMYC Camp Organisers. If changes do occur, any money paid for a camp will not be refunded unless the position can be filled by another student.
Current Year 7 & Year 8 students should use the time between now and Monday 2 October 2023 to talk with parents, friends, teachers involved and students who may have participated in that activity in previous years. 2024 Year 7 students (current Year 6 students) will have additional time to discuss their camp selections and bookings will open for them on Monday 9 October 2023.
Note: Families may be able to use 2022/2023 CSEF money or credits on family accounts if funds are available to help pay for a camp deposit. 2024 CSEF money is typically made available in March during Term 1, 2024. For those who are eligible, 2024 CSEF can be used for the balance of the camp/activities.
Please note all costs and details regarding Camps Week are accurate as of Monday 2 October 2023. Some costs and details may change due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. If details do change, you will be kept informed by the College’s social media platforms and website.
Please contact the College’s Administration Office if you need further information regarding CSEF or camp program details or if you wish to set up a payment plan on Ph: (02) 6057 9000.
Finally, all camps are subject to COVID-19 restrictions and may change at late notice.
Tim Bridgeman – Assistant Principal (Huon)
Gary Hodge – Assistant Principal (Felltimber)
How to book your camp / activity
*Cost for Daily Activities is per day.
NOTE: Prices are correct at time of printing, but may be subject to change.
Take some time as a family to discuss and look through all the camp options prior to making your selection. All students must attend either an Overnight Camp or three Daily Activities for the duration of Camps Week. Bookings will open on Monday 2 October for current Year 7 and Year 8 students and on Monday 9 October for new Year 6 students (2024 Year 7).
Reminder – Camp Bookings are open from Monday 2 October to Friday 20 October 2023
Booking a Camp/Activity – you will receive an email from Wodonga Middle Years College – Felltimber campus with a web code for your student and a link to the edval website to book your overnight camp or daily activities. There will be a separate web code for each student in your family. If you have any difficulties accessing this website, please contact the Administration Office.
Pay your Non-refundable Deposit – this can be paid at the Administration Office; on-line via the School Portal App; using any remaining 2022/2023 CSEF, credit on your family account or on-line using your current BPay details.
2024 Year 7 Families – if you are not a current family at WMYC please contact the Administration Office to arrange payment of your deposit. The School Portal App will not be accessible until 2024. Your BPay details will be emailed to you.
The deposit is to be paid by Friday 20 October 2023 to secure your position on camp. If paying via the School Portal App please allow 1-2 business days for the fee to be uploaded onto the School Portal App. If there are difficulties paying through the School Portal App please contact the Administration Office. If paying via BPay please email receivables@wmyc.vic.edu.au with the details of your payment including the camp/activity that you have booked.
ALL CAMPS/ACTIVITIES MUST BE PAID FOR IN FULL BY MONDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2024
2024 CSEF will not be available until March 2024, but if eligible, can be used towards the balance of the cost of 2024 camps/activities. We have a suggested payment plan for major camps as follows, but this will vary slightly to come in line with individual camp costs:
| Initial Deposit due Friday 20 October 2023 | $100 |
| Friday 24 November 2023 | $100 |
| Final payment due Monday 12 February 2024 | Balance |
Selecting your Camp/Activities via edval
Step 1: Current Year 7 and Year 8 families will receive an email from Wodonga Middle Years College – Felltimber Campus with your student’s web code. Check your junk mail and contact the Administration Office if you haven’t received an email by midday Monday 2 October 2023. 2024 Year 7 families will receive their email by midday Monday 9 October 2023. Follow the link on the email which will take you to this website https://my.edval.education/login. Sign in using your student’s web code. If you have two or more students attending WMYC, then you will receive one email for each student as each web code is student specific.
Step 2: Select either Daily Activities or Overnight Camps, then a list of Camps Week options will appear. If selecting Daily Activities, you must pick one activity for each day (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday).
Step 3: As per the example below select the camp/activity from the drop-down options and click the submit button. Reminder, if selecting daily activities, you must pick one activity for each day (Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday).
Step 4: As per the example below once you have made your selection/s, the following screens will appear to confirm your booking/s which you can print or email to yourself. Please note, you will have three separate booking confirmations for daily activities. The deposit must be paid by Friday 20 October 2023 to secure your position, as outlined on the previous pages.
Step 5: If you have more than one student you will get a separate email for each student and you must remember to log out of edval (located in the top right corner) and log back in using your next student’s unique web code, to make the next booking.
Overnight Camps
Canberra Camp
Tuesday 5 March to Thursday 7 March (2 nights)
DESCRIPTION
Meet enormous white rhinos, African lions, giraffes, tigers and even sharks at the National Zoo and Aquarium. See how films are made and watch a movie at the National Film and Sound Archives. Compete with your mates over a round of minigolf before going to the Australian Institue of Sport, where you will see world class sporting facilities and try out Sportex where you can try wheelchair basketball, virtual downhill skiing, rock climbing, football penalty shootouts and more. Visit the incredible Australian War Memorial and pay respects to those who have fought for Australia. Explore the National Arboretum after dark by torch light and find your way around an orienteering course. Finish up with hands on science at Questacon and some free time shopping at the Canberra Centre!
COST: $400 | DEPOSIT: $100 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 50
CONTACT PERSON: Michelle Butters
Colac Colac Camp
Tuesday 5 March to Thursday 7 March (2 nights)
DESCRIPTION
Camp along the Nariel Creek at Colac Colac caravan park. Students will participate in activities including bike riding around the park, a trestle bridge walk, bushwalking and kayaking on Khancoban dam. We will visit The Snowy Hydro Murray 2 Power Station and a working dairy farm. Chill by the river with a bit of fishing or just watch life go by. If you are interested in having some outdoor fun, this is the camp for you.
COST: $200 | DEPOSIT: $50 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 30
CONTACT PERSON: Michael Rogers
Geelong Camp
Tuesday 5 March to Thursday 7 March (2 nights)
DESCRIPTION
Students who select Geelong Camp will have the opportunity to experience the world-renowned Great Ocean Road. Students will stay in Geelong and explore the surrounding area from there. Students will stop in Werribee to visit the Werribee Open Range Zoo. They will also have an action-packed time at the Live Wire Park in Lorne, where they can participate in a high ropes course, canopy walk and elevated spring trampolines. There will be also be a night at the movies and time to go shopping.
COST: $360 | DEPOSIT: $100 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 50
CONTACT PERSON: Andrea Wood
Horse Riding Camp
Tuesday 5 March to Thursday 7 March (2 nights)
DESCRIPTION
This is a truly unique opportunity for students who want to experience some of Australia’s most beautiful, wild and inaccessible parts of our wonderful High Country by horse back. This is a great opportunity for students of any horse-riding ability to participate in a two night High Country riding experience. Students are provided with a horse and all required equipment. Food and accommodation are included with students staying in a lodge with bunk beds (separate rooms for boys and girls) and shared bathrooms. This is an incredible opportunity for any student who wishes to have their first experience of horse riding through to the experienced horse rider. The highly trained and experienced professionals who support and manage the camp use their skills and expertise to ensure that everyone who attends enjoys the experience.
COST: $520 | DEPOSIT: $100 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 20
CONTACT PERSON: Di Gibbs-Jones
Mountain View Camp
Tuesday 5 March to Thursday 7 March (2 nights)
DESCRIPTION
The Mountain View camp at Harrietville is the place to be in 2024. With a variety of outdoor activities, you will be sure to make memories and overcome fears alongside your peers and teachers. Camp activities include flying fox, volleyball, archery, hut building, Koorie artist workshop, cycling and bush walking which are all part of the fun. Enjoy a laid-back night walk in the beautiful Victorian High Country, a visit to Bright or have a chilled night in the outdoor cinema. With the best food and activities, you don’t want to miss out on this camp.
COST: $350 | DEPOSIT: $100 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 75
CONTACT PERSON: Adrian Dougherty
Sydney Camp
Tuesday 5 March to Thursday 7 March (2 nights)
DESCRIPTION
Sydney camp will be filled with fun and adventure. You will see Bondi Beach, Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge before heading to the Taronga Zoo. Complete the Ninja Warrior course, scramble your way through the aqua park but be careful you may get wet. Students will visit Sea Life and enjoy a scenic boat ride in the aquarium. We will also visit Timezone and Inflatable World. Finally we top it all off with a visit to Madame Tussauds to see your favourite sport stars and celebrities followed by some retail therapy at Parramatta Westfield.
COST: $400 | DEPOSIT: $100 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 92
CONTACT PERSON: Kylie Fortington
Daily Activities
Bounce and Pool Day
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
Students will depart Felltimber campus by bus and spend the morning at Bounce Wodonga then be transported to WAVES Wodonga for the remainder of the day. Students will then be transported back to Felltimber campus for dismissal at the end of the College day. Includes entry to Bounce, the pool and bus travel.
This is a single day activity. Students can select one day or multiple days.
COST: $30 per day | DEPOSIT: $30 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 50
CONTACT PERSON: Kirstin Farquhar & Hollie Radomski
Cooking
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
This is a great opportunity to test or improve your cooking skills with the following activities. Tuesday students will spend the day making a variety of breads, pastas and scrolls. Wednesday students will be cooking a selection of sweet treats such as slices, biscuits and cakes. Thursday students will prepare the perfect Australian classic “Sunday Roast” with all the trimmings such as honeyed carrots, cauliflower bake and hassleback potatoes.
This is a single day activity. Students can select one day or multiple days.
COST: $30 per day | DEPOSIT: $30 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 24
CONTACT PERSON: Kristi Budge
Golf – Yackandandah
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
This activity is aimed at both those who ‘golf for fun’ and those who are serious about their prowess. Students will have the opportunity to work on technique while participating in this enjoyable activity. Students will need to bring their own lunch, water, snacks and sunscreen. We will have some golf clubs for those students who do not have their own.
This is a single day activity. Students can select one day or multiple days.
COST: $20 | DEPOSIT: $20 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 16
CONTACT PERSON: Gary Hodge
Lasertag and Pool Day
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
Students will depart Felltimber campus by bus and spend the morning at Zone Laser Tag in Albury and then be transported to WAVES Wodonga for the remainder of the day. Students will then be transported back to Felltimber campus for dismissal at the end of the College day. Cost includes two games of laser tag, pool entry and bus travel.
This is a single day activity. Students can select one day or multiple days.
COST: $30 per day | DEPOSIT: $30 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 25
CONTACT PERSON: Kirstin Farquhar & Hollie Radomski
Movie and Pool Day
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
Students will be transported from Felltimber campus to Dean Street, Albury where they will walk to Regent Cinemas to see a movie. The movie will be decided closer to the event. Students can spend time exploring Albury’s CBD then will be transported back to WAVES Wodonga for a swim until 2.30pm.
Students will then be transported back to Felltimber campus for dismissal at the end of the College day. Cost includes entry to the movie, pool and bus travel.
This is a single day activity. Students can select one day or multiple days.
COST: $30 per day | DEPOSIT: $30 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 50
CONTACT PERSON: Kirstin Farquhar & Hollie Radomski
Ten Pin Bowling and Pool Day
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
Students will depart Felltimber campus by bus and spend the morning at Wodonga Ten Pin Bowling. Then students will be transported to WAVES Wodonga for lunch and a swim until 2.30pm. Students will then be transported back to Felltimber campus for dismissal at the end of the College day. Cost includes pool entry, one game of ten pin bowling, shoe hire and bus travel. Food and drinks are available at both venues.
This is a single day activity. Students can select one day or multiple days.
COST: $30 per day | DEPOSIT: $30 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 25
CONTACT PERSON: Kirstin Farquhar & Hollie Radomski
Water Skiing and Wakeboarding
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
For students wanting a great day out at Lake Mulwala to improve their skiing and wakeboarding skills, this is the activity for you. We will cater for beginners through to the experienced, giving everyone an opportunity to refine their skills. If that isn’t enough, you will also have the opportunity to squeeze in some stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking and even some group fun behind the boat on the ski biscuit. Don’t forget the sunscreen, hat and rashie, all other equipment will be provided.
COST: $120 per day | DEPOSIT: $50 | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 18
CONTACT PERSON: Tim Bridgeman
College Based Activities
Tuesday 5 March / Wednesday 6 March / Thursday 7 March
DESCRIPTION
If you choose not to attend an overnight camp or one of the day activities found in this booklet, you can attend the Felltimber Campus where you will find a range of activities. These may include fun and fitness, dance, board games, card games, yoga, mindfulness, gaming, volleyball just to name a few.
This is a single day activity. Students can select one day or multiple days.
COST: FREE | DEPOSIT: N/A | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: Unlimited
CONTACT PERSON: Sam Hall
