About Us
Meet Our Team

People Outdoors is a branch of the Australian Camps Association (ACA).

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ACA CEO                                                     People Outdoors Manager                   Assistant Camps Coordinator    

Peter McDougall                                                          Lucy Mulqueeny                                                      Olivia Digiglio      

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Project Manager

Gosia Barcikowska             

                                                                                                                    

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Jessica Hough                                                            Louise Johnston                                                        Dwight Hulme       

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ACA - Executive Assistant     

Trudi Donelly                             

Our People Outdoors programs are supported by a team of deicated Disiability Support Workers and Volunteers.

                                    

 

 
 
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Improving Wellbeing, Confidence and Connectedness One Camp at a Time!

For 35 years, the Australian Camps Association (ACA), has provided supported camps and outdoor experiences for kids, teens, and adults living with disability through its People Outdoors program...

 
 
Upcoming Programs
 
 
VIC: Mornington Peninsula Weekend | Adults Living with Disability
Camp Manyung
Adults (18yrs+)
29-05-2026 - 31-05-2026
weekend

Escape to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula for a fun-filled two-night camp at Camp Manyung, Mt Eliza — specially designed for Adults (18yrs+) living with disability.

Get ready to dive into awesome activities like:
- Archery
- Low ropes course
- Bushwalking and nature play
- Campfire chats and social games

Departure Point: Thornbury, Melbourne

New to People Outdoors? Complete our referral form to begin the intake process — this must be finalised before attending camp.

Join us for connection, confidence, and coastal fun!

ENQUIRE (New Camper) ENQUIRE (Returning Camper)
VIC: Four days in Gippsland
CYC Forest Edge
Adults (18yrs+)
14-04-2026 - 17-04-2026
holiday

Ready for a longer adventure? 
Join us for a four-day, three-night getaway at the stunning Silverband Lodge in Halls Gap — designed especially for adults (18+) living with disability.

This extended escape gives you the chance to:

- Take part in exciting outdoor activities like archery and hut building
- Explore the beauty of nature in the heart of the Grampians
- Connect with others through initiative games and plenty of social time

Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne

New to People Outdoors?
Start your journey by completing our referral form and intake process.

More time to explore. More time to connect. More unforgettable memories.
Spots are limited — book now! 03 9863 6824

ENQUIRE (New Camper) ENQUIRE (Returning Camper)
VIC: Weekend Mornington Peninsula Escape
The Y - Camp Manyung
Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
01-05-2026 - 03-05-2026
weekend

Join us at The Y - Camp Manyung for this weekend camp (2 nights).

This camp is for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability. Please note this camp will depart from our Melbourne departure point in Thornbury.

Some of the activities you might participate in are tree rolling and high ropes course, archery, initiative games and more!

New to People Outdoors camps? Please complete the referral form so we can begin the intake process (note: completion of the intake process is required prior to attending any camp).

ENQUIRE (New Camper) ENQUIRE (Returning Camper)