Meet Our DSW Team
Introducing Alex
At the Australian Camps Association - People Outdoors, we’re proud of the wonderful team off staff we have both in the office and on our programs in both Melbourne and Ballarat. These individuals work hard to ensure our camps run smoothly and most importantly, our campers are well supported whilst at camp.
We recently caught up with Alex, one of our Support Workers, you can learn more about him below:
Name: Alexander Peerman
When did you join People Outdoors: January 2021.
What are your favourite activities on camp: Pedal Karting, Rock Climbing and Campfires.
What is your favourite memory of camp you have made so far: Singalongs around the campfire and playing human foosball with a bunch of campers.
What is the best thing about being a Disability Support Worker on People Outdoors Camps: Empowering people to experience thrilling adventures and seeing the friendships that develop over time.
Favourite TV show: Alone and Search Party.
Favourite Food: Anything Indian, I love curry.
Three people you’d like to have dinner with? Louis Theroux, Fred Armisen & Richard Feynman,
Favourite saying? “Nobody ever figures out what life is all about, and it doesn't matter. Explore the world. Nearly everything is really interesting if you go into it deeply enough.” - Richard P. Feynman
The Australian Camps Association's People Outdoors program has been providing camps for children, teens and adults living with disability for over 30 years! We're thrilled to be bringing this program to Queensland and New South Wales in 2024.
Join us at Lake Dewar Discovery Camp for this Weekend Camp (2 nights).
This camp is for Adults (18yrs+) 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 canoeing, archery, low ropes 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)Join us at Gold Coast Recreation Precinct for this Weekend Camp (2 nights).
This camp is for Queensland Kids & Teens (6-17years) living with disability. Campers will need to make their own way to the venue. Please contact us if you have any queries on this.
Some of the activities you might participate in on this camp are - archery, high ropes course, walks and more.
New to People Outdoors? 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)Join us at Manyung Discovery Camp for this Weekend Camp (2 nights).
This camp is for Adults (18yrs+) 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 high ropes course, archery, campfire cooking 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)