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Australian Camps Association Inclusion Guide for Camps & Outdoor Activity Providers - Now Available

The 2020 Inclusion Guide and Self-Assessment Resource for Camps and Outdoor Activity Providers is Now Available.

The Guide is aimed at anyone who is keen to make their venues or services more inclusive to all groups - seniors, disability, CALD, aboriginal, women, LGBTQI, etc and provides practical advice and examples on overcoming barriers to participation. Being better able to provide excellent services for all people, no matter their circumstances, is not just the right thing to do from an ethical and philosophical standpoint, it also makes real business sense to diversify your clientele.

The Australian Camps Association makes this invaluable resource available to all, and hopes that it will be another useful step towards a more inclusive society. We want to thank Maree Feutrill for her incredible work in researching and writing the Guide and the Victorian government Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions for their financial support in making this project happen.

You can download an e-edition of the Guide here, or contact the Australian Camps Association for a hard copy, which will be provided at a small fee.

"This Guide is a practical resource to support operators in the planning, design and development of inclusive camps and outdoor businesses.

The resource is underpinned by the concept and principals of Universal Design, assisting business operators to develop strategies that enables people from diverse backgrounds to function independently and with dignity during a camping and outdoor experience..."

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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...

 
 
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VIC: Adventure by the Sea: Weekend Camp at Anglesea Discovery Camp!
Anglesea Discovery Camp
Adults (18yrs+)
20-02-2026 - 22-02-2026
weekend

Get ready for a two-night coastal escape full of fun, connection, and fresh sea air at Anglesea Discovery Camp — created especially for adults (18+) living with disability.

Experience a weekend of exciting outdoor activities like:
- Skateboarding 
- Low ropes & challenge courses
- Bushwalks through beautiful native surroundings
- Archery
- Campfire fun and social games

Departure Point: Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors? Be sure to complete our referral form to begin the intake process — this must be finalised before attending camp.

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of coastal adventure and community!

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QLD: Kids & Teens Camp | Gold Coast
Gold Coast Recreation Precinct, Palm Beach QLD
Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
27-02-2026 - 01-03-2026
weekend

Join us at the Gold Coast Recreation Precinct for this weekend camp (2 nights).

This camp is for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability. Please note participants will need to make their own way to the venue.

Some of the activities you might participate in are beach games 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).

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VIC: Kids & Teens Weekend Adventure at Lady Northcote Discovery Camp!
Lady Northcote Discovery Camp
Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
13-03-2026 - 15-03-2026
weekend

Pack your bags for a two-night nature getaway at Lady Northcote Discovery Camp — created especially for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability.

Set in a beautiful bushland setting near Bacchus Marsh, this weekend camp includes activities like:
- Archery
- Low ropes and challenge courses
- Team games and group activities
- Campfire fun and social time

Departure Point: Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors? Don’t forget to complete our referral form to begin the intake process — this is required before attending camp.

Unplug, connect, and explore — join us for a weekend of nature and new friendships!

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