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People Outdoors Welcomes New CEO
People Outdoors is a branch of the Australian Camps Association.
The Australian Camps Association (ACA) Board are pleased to announce that after an extensive and thorough search, that Peter McDougall has commenced his role as CEO.
Peter has just completed nine years as CEO of the Northern Football Netball League (NFNL). Prior to working at the NFNL, Peter worked at AFL Victoria for 12 years as the Community Football Manager where he worked closely with all football leagues and clubs across the state. During this time, he was instrumental in providing support to all stakeholders, as well as improving the governance and management of many metro football leagues to make them a strong professional organisation. Peter has also worked closely with and to represent all stakeholders to federal/state/local government departments on key industry issues. Peter is very much a team focussed CEO who will work closely with all staff to help the ACA achieve its strategic goals.
In his first week at the ACA, Peter stated he is “looking forward to catching up with the many key stakeholders of ACA to get to know you and the challenges you are facing, and how we can support members”.
The ACA Board welcomes Peter to the role and looks forward to working with him to achieve our vision of ‘more people outdoors more often’.
People Outdoors, a branch of the Australian Camps Association, was established in 1989 to provide outdoor recreation for people of all ages living with disability. The Australian Camps Association is a registered NDIS service provider and accredited with the Quality Tourism Framework.
Camp programs include overnight through to four day residential camps and provide people living with disability the opportunity to experience the social and developmental benefits of adventure outdoors. All programs are staffed by trained and passionate professionals and volunteers.
Support the work of People Outdoors in providing outdoor experiences for people living with disability.
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...
Join us at The Great Aussie Bush Camp - Kincumber for this weekend camp (2 nights).
This camp is for NDIS Participants aged 6-17yrs living with disability. Please note this campers will need to make their own way to the venue.
Some of the activities you might participate in are archery, low ropes, 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)Join People Outdoors for an exciting two-night weekend escape at Log Cabin Camp — the perfect mix of fun, connection, and outdoor discovery for adults (18+) living with disability.
Develop skills whilst participating in:
- Archery
- Building huts
- Team games and more
Departs from Melbourne (Thornbury)
New campers: complete our referral form to start the intake process before attending.
Let’s make memories together!
ENQUIRE (New Camper) ENQUIRE (Returning Camper)Escape to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula for a fun-filled two-night camp at Camp Manyung, Mt Eliza — specially designed for Adults (18yrs+) 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!
ENQUIRE (New Camper) ENQUIRE (Returning Camper)