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Disability Support Worker Profile: Kristy Brooks

Name: Kristy Brooks

 

When did you join People Outdoors: April 2022

 

What are your favourite activities on camp: Geocaching, Archer and The Amazing Race activity

 

What is your favourite memory of camp you have made so far: Seeing campers and staff bust out their dance moves at the discos!

 

What is the best thing about being a Disability Support Worker on People Outdoors Camps: Seeing people learn new skills, make friends and have awesome experiences

 

Favourite TV show: Survivor and The Amazing Race

Favourite Food: Eggs Benedict

 

Three people you’d like to have dinner with?  

Jamie Oliver, The Dalai Lama & Hamish Blake

 

Favourite saying?

The days are long, but the years are short.

 
 
 
 
 

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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...

 
 
Upcoming Programs
 
 
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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