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Volunteer with us!
Contact our team on 03 9863 6824 or email peopleoutdoors@auscamps.asn.au to register your interest.
We are currently seeking volunteers in:
People Outdoors utilises the services of dedicated volunteers and staff to ensure that our programs maintain a high standard. Recruitment of volunteers is an ongoing process. As the number of different programs that we offer increase, so does our need for more volunteers!
We are always looking for enthusiastic individuals to volunteer with ACA - People Outdoors. Volunteers need to be at least 18 years of age and willing to offer support to our wider team who deliver a variety of support to individuals to participate in the programs run by ACA - People Outdoors.
People Outdoors is a program of the Australian Camps Assocaition that provide residential camp programs for people living with disability (aged 6 to adulthood).
Weekend camps are conducted on a regular basis, from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. The groups stay in bunkhouse accommodation at Australian Camps Association Member camps. These camps are accredited by the Quality Tourism Framework. Some transport, accommodation and meal costs are covered for volunteers.
These weekend camps form the majority of our workload, but there are other program options for volunteers to select from such as day programs and school holiday camps.
Each camp or day activity has an experienced Program Leader in attendance and a People Outdoors staff member is always ‘on-call’ for the duration of the camp/activity.
People Outdoors provides training for volunteers, as well as a pre-camp information session where the campers’ needs are discussed.
For further information please contact the ACA - People Outdoors team on 03 9863 6824 to find out more about the position, our induction training sessions and to register your interest.
Support the work of People Outdoors in providing outdoor experiences for people with disabilities.
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...
Get ready for a two-night nature escape at Lady Northcote Discovery Camp. An adventure weekend designed especially for kids and teens living with disability! Set in beautiful bushland near Bacchus Marsh, you’ll enjoy activities like archery, low ropes & challenge courses, team games, and great campfire fun.
Unplug, connect, and make new friends in the great outdoors!
Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors? Complete our referral form to begin the intake process before camp.
Spaces are limited — book your place today! 03 9863 6824
Ready for a breath of fresh coastal air?
Join us for a two-night camp at the scenic Anglesea Discovery Camp — a fun and supportive getaway designed for adults (18+) living with disability.
Just a short trip from Melbourne, this coastal camp is the perfect chance to:
- Take part in exciting outdoor adventures like archery, coastal walks, and more
- Explore the beauty of the Great Ocean Road’s natural surroundings
- Enjoy games, group activities, and plenty of time to relax and connect with others
Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors?
Getting started is easy — complete our referral form and intake process to join the adventure.
Ready for your next supported adventure?
Join us for a four-day, three-night camp at the beautiful Bayview Adventure Camp.
This program is for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability who are ready for fun, connection, and outdoor adventure.
Nestled by the coast, this camp offers the perfect mix of relaxation and excitement:
- Try activities like archery, team games, and outdoor challenges
- Enjoy the fresh sea breeze and explore Bayview’s stunning natural surrounds
- Connect with new friends during fun social time and group experiences
Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors?
No worries! Just complete our referral form and intake process to get started.
More adventure. More laughs. More memories by the bay.
Spaces are limited — book your place today! 03 9863 6824