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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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VIC: Four Day Forest Edge Break
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Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
13-01-2026 - 16-01-2026
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Get ready for four-days full of fun, friendship, and fresh air at CYC Forest Edge

This three-night camp is specially designed for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability.

- Try mountain boarding
- Test your aim with archery
- Take on the high ropes course — and more!

Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors? Complete our referral form to begin the intake process (required before attending camp).

Contact our team today to book - 03 9863 6824.

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19-01-2026 - 22-01-2026
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Looking for a longer break? Our four-day, three-night camp is the ultimate outdoor experience for adults (18+) living with disability.

Enjoy extended time to:
- Explore nature
- Take part in exciting activities like archery and hut building
- Connect through initiative games and social time

Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne

New to People Outdoors? Complete our referral form and intake process to join the adventure.

More time, more fun, more memories — book now! 03 9863 6824

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The Y - Camp Manyung
Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
13-02-2026 - 15-02-2026
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Escape to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula for a fun-filled two-night camp at Camp Manyung, Mt Eliza — specially designed for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) 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!

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