Programs at Woodman Point

Challenge by Choice

All camp instructors facilitate programs in accordance with the philosophy of Challenge by Choice. This is based on experiential learning theory, which we define as being able to undertake an experience that a participant can relate back to their life or existing lifestyle in a positive way.

There is an understanding that everyone has varying thresholds for challenge and these challenges can range in their nature and variety. We aim to provide an experience that enables participants to determine their own level of challenge and broaden and develop their perceived limitations through participation in adventure activities both in individual and team environments.

All camps staff will aim to provide a safe experience in which the participant can explore and extend their abilities and limitations. Our Department Camps Program Standards and Instructor Code of Ethics encompass that overriding intent. Participation through excessive pressure and intimidation will not be supported.  

This ethos recognises that the attempt is more significant than the result.

Programs

Woodman Point offers structured recreation programs. Year levels are based on recommendation from the Department of Education and Department Camps Chain Safety Group. Some programs are offered to younger students, however please contact the camp for more information.

Custom packages can be developed for clients upon request. We have a range of exciting workplace adventure programs specifically developed for corporate team building days. Please contact us directly for more information.

• Land
• Roping
• Water
  
• Self-directed

Archery (school year 4+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Archery is a challenging recreation program that tests participants’ aim and patience. Using recurve bows, participants shoot for Olympic-style bullseye targets and develop their technique. Participants will learn the different parts of the bow and arrow and will be shown correct procedure and technique for loading and releasing.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

Escape from quarantine (school year 4+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Escape from quarantine is a night, team game based on the history of the Woodman Point Quarantine Station. Participants are required to act as patients and are to collect various objects scattered around the camp site to escape from the confinement of quarantine. Participants must escape before the quarantine station guards (adults, teachers or instructors) do their cell checks and find that they are missing. Participants will need to work in teams to find items, however the search may be hindered as guards may spot them while they are looking for items.
• This program can be self-directed for school groups at appropriate charge.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

First Aid program (school year 5+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• The program incorporates practical hands on training, teamwork and lots of outdoor fun. It also promotes behaviours and strategies to remain safe in potentially unsafe situations. Students will learn first aid skills such as snake bites, burns, CPR and fractures and dislocations using simulated first aid scenarios.

Geocaching (school year 6+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Geocaching is a navigational challenge which requires participants to use a GPS and control descriptors to find geocaches hidden with the camp grounds. Each geocache is allocated a letter, which is recorded by the groups as they discover them, with the aim of finding as many geocaches as possible. An introduction to geocaching in the wider community, 'where to from here', is provided during the debrief.

Icebreakers (school year 4+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Icebreakers are a set group of concise games that aid in introductions, group cohesion and are, most importantly, fun. They are a great way to begin and build the spirit of your camp.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

Kite making (school year 3+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• A program where participants can design, build and fly their own kite. Participants are able to show their creative side when designing and decorating their kites. They then construct them from the various materials provided and have the chance to see how they fly at the end of the session. 
• This program can be self-directed for school groups at appropriate charge.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

Orienteering (school year 3+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Orienteering is an exploration program in which participants search and locate markers in a surrounding area in a set time period. Participants are split into groups and given a topographical map to locate markers in a logical order dependent upon allocated points and location. Participants gain valuable experience in map reading skills, teamwork, verbal communication, collaboration, cooperation and decision making.
• This program can be self-directed for school groups at appropriate charge.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

Team building (school year 5+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Participants progress through a variety of team building tasks that enhance their interpersonal and problem solving skills. These tasks have been developed so students can practice and develop communication, cooperation, trust, conflict resolution and decision making skills in a team environment. These activities will differ in complexity, based on the skills and ability of the participants.This program can also be delivered indoors if required.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

You can do it (school year 3+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• A series of short activities lasting a couple of minutes each. Groups must work as a team to clock the fastest time to complete each activity. This requires some skill and concentration whilst being encouraged by the other members of the team to complete the task.

Roping programs

Abseiling (school year 7+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Abseiling is an individual challenge at height where participants are let down over an edge using a range of specialist equipment. Participants descend using a safety line by qualified instructors to ensure their safety.
• Each participant is taught the safety aspects of abseiling from fitting a harness, to correct use of descending devices and correct abseiling skills and techniques.

Flying fox (school year 4+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Flying fox allows participants to traverse at high speed, nine metres in the air, along a steel cable across 120 metres. Participants work in small teams in order to dismount quickly and safely in order to have as many opportunities as possible.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

High ropes (school year 8+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• A series of unique wire rope traverses are conducted at nine metres above the ground within the Cube. Participants are attached to a harness and belayed by supporting members of their team on the ground. The high ropes course tests climbers' individual physical skills, emotions and trust levels of their group.

Rock climbing (school year 6+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Rock climbing requires participants to ascend a variety of artificial walls while being belayed by peers within their group. Each participant learns how to belay a climber and perform pre-climb checks for safety. Our climbing walls cater for a variety of participants, from simple climbs to more challenging routes.

Water programs

Beach team building (school year 3+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Purpose designed for initiative beach activities instructors will run uniquely styled beach games with a splash of difference. A great introduction into team building activities.

Paddling (school year 7+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Surf ski paddling is an exciting way to explore the local coastline. Each participant is given expert instruction on how to handle a coastal sit-on-top kayak, capsize drill and guidance as they complete a series of team and individual tasks around the bay.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

Raft building (school year 5+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Raft building is a fun team experience where participants construct a raft out of simple materials including ropes, planks and drums. Instructors then challenge teams on a variety of tasks that test the durability of the raft on the water. Participants are also taught basic concepts and techniques that can be applied to other paddling activities. Raft building is a unique team building program, aimed at encouraging groups to work together effectively.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event coordinator well in advance of your camp.

Surf life saving (school year 6+)

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Surf life saving is a program where participants gain knowledge of safe practices at the beach. Participants learn about sun-safe practices, rips, currents and formal communication strategies while at the beach. Participants also practice and demonstrate surf skills which include flag racing, beach running and how to use surf equipment (rescue tubes and boards) in rescue situations. This program can be tailored to meet specific requirements of the group.

Water supervision

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• We can provide instructors for beach supervision that have nationally recognised rescue qualifications. Instructors are booked for 90 minute blocks and are charged at the applicable rate. Please speak to one of our program coordinators for more details.
• This program can be modified to accommodate participants with mobility restrictions. This must be discussed with your camp event  coordinator well in advance of your camp.

Self-directed activities

We have a small range of self-directed recreation programs that can be conducted by camp leaders. Self-directed programs provide a cost-effective alternative to the camp-led programs. Further information about self-directed programs can be obtained by contacting a camp event coordinator at the camp.

Free play equipment

There is a limited supply of sporting equipment available to borrow from the camp office, but it requires a deposit. Groups, particularly large ones, are encouraged to bring their own sporting equipment.