Year 7 Father & Son Camp 2024

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TICKET SALES CLOSING WEDNESDAY THE 11TH OF SEPTEMBER 

Welcome to all the Grade 7 Fathers & Sons for 2024!

This will be our last father & son camp, and we've organised something special for this year's camp. We have secured a new venue with our own dedicated campsite at Noosa Camp, located within Noosa North Shore Retreat.

Why You Should Attend

Activities Include: Night time laser tag, mountain bike riding, indoor bouldering, giant swings, flying fox, bush orienteering race, cricket, volleyball, and both a handball and a fishing competition.

When and Where

Date: Join us on the King's Birthday long weekend, October 4th - 7th. It's an event you don't want to miss!

Location: Nestled in the pristine natural beauty of the Great Sandy National Park, Noosa Camp at Noosa North Shore Retreat is located at 1 Beach Rd, Noosa North Shore. The campsite is only accessible by car ferry.

What's Happening?

Friday: As there will be limited school sport on Saturday the 5th, we welcome you to join us either Friday evening or Saturday morning. Expect the weekend to be non-stop activities for the boys, including night-time laser tag and indoor bouldering!

Saturday: Arrive Saturday, check-in, and set up your tent or caravan. Activities commence from lunchtime. The Camp welcome is at 12pm, followed by a full afternoon of exciting activities.

Sunday: Weekend activities include night time laser tag, mountain bike riding, fishing competition, trivia night, tug of war, lucky door prizes, and a handball competition with prizes. Enjoy great food from the kitchen all weekend. We'll also watch the NRL Grand Final LIVE Sunday night!

Monday: Following another gourmet breakfast, all families are to pack up their tents and help clean and pack common areas. The camp finishes at 10 AM, then travel home.

Weekend Competitions:

For the first time, we will be offering a Mountain Bike competition. Don't forget your fishing rod for the fishing competition. Dads, start honing your handball skills again to join your sons in the handball competition - prizes are on offer.

What's Included in the Ticket Price?

• Camp site fees
• Breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks
• All activities: laser tag, rock climbing, giant swings
• Communal tent with lighting, tables, and kitchen

What's Not Included in the Ticket Price?

• Bike hire: You can bring your own bike or hire directly from the Retreat. To reserve a bike, book via the ticketing option when purchasing a campsite ticket. The cost is $100 for the weekend, payable directly to the resort on the day of hire.

Accommodation/Bookings:

The committee has worked hard to keep the ticket price the same as previous years - $350. This year we have reduced it to $320 to cover the $30 car ferry return ticket. You will pay for the ferry service directly with the operator.

Ticket Options:

Tent Camping:

$320 (includes two people). This year you will be allocated a Tent site on arrival. You can also request to be camped next to other other families. Email your request once all parties have purchased tickets. The cut-off date for requests is Wednesday, September 11th. Please note: No power or water supplied for tent sites. A power bank for charging phones/devices will be available in the main building.

Caravan/RV Camping: SOLD OUT

$440 ($320 + $120 includes two people). Just like previous years, you can book a powered/water caravan site. We only have 17 caravan sites available. Register for Tent camping then select the Caravan/RV surcharge option. Please note you need to provide or rent your own caravan/RV which is not included in the price.

Cabins: SOLD OUT

$420 (includes two people). There are 16 very basic cabins available to rent, which include bunk beds but no bathroom or power (just lighting). Cabins are all located together in one building.

Off Site Accommodation:

There are no offsite accommodation tickets/options available as has been the case in previous years. The reason for this is we now have a designated site, Noosa Camp, within the campground and we require all families to stay within the designated site. You can book one of the 16 basic cabins as listed above or hire a caravan or a glamour tent and have it delivered to site.

What to Bring:

• Tent and sleeping gear (mattress, sleeping bags). Basic cabins just require bed linen/sleeping bags
• Torches/lantern/head torch
• 2 chairs
• Esky with ice and drinks
• Nibbles and lollies
• Swimmers & towels
• Drink bottles
• Hats (no caps will be provided this year)
• Bike, helmet, protective gear

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I need to buy two tickets? No, one ticket includes an adult and child.

Do I need to book a site with the Noosa North Shore Retreat? No, you do not need to book a site with the Noosa North Shore Retreat as we have a group booking.

Can I book a different site/accommodation directly with the Noosa North Shore Retreat or other nearby accommodation? No, booking a different site or accommodation directly with the Noosa North Shore Retreat or other nearby accommodations is not allowed. The reason for this is we now have a designated area for the camp, Noosa Camp, and no other camping options are permitted. If you book alternative accommodation, you and your son will not be able to participate in the father/son camp.

How do I get to Noosa North Shore Retreat? To get to Noosa North Shore Retreat, you will need to use the Noosa North Shore Ferry. A new operator is running the service with two larger ferries, and they now accept credit cards. Please note that the ferry service is not included in the camp ticket price. The cost for a standard vehicle is $30 return.

Do I need a 4WD vehicle to access Noosa Retreat? No, all roads are paved to the venue.

Can I bring another child? The event is open to Year 7 Terrace students only. In exceptional circumstances, you may bring another sibling. You will need to purchase an additional child ticket for $120.

One of my son’s classmates' father/guardian cannot attend. Can they come with us? Yes, just add them to your booking as an additional child. The ticket price is $120.

How can I help? All fathers will be required to chip in over the weekend. A roster will be posted on Saturday detailing which father is on kitchen and various other duties. The roster will be located at the communal tent.

Managed Activities: Noosa Camp is set up for school camps. Some of the activities offered over the weekend will be run by the Noosa School Camp & Retreat.

Can I bring a bike? We encourage all fathers and sons to bring their own bikes. If not, you can hire one at the retreat. Please tick the option to reserve a bike when purchasing a campsite ticket. Payment will be made directly to the resort on the day of hire. The cost is $100 per bike - pick up Saturday morning, return Monday morning.

Are motorised devices allowed? No, due to safety measures, no motorised devices are allowed. This includes eBikes, eScooters, outboards, and similar equipment. If you are not sure, please contact the committee.

I want to bring my Caravan/RV. How do I book? You will need to book the “Tent Camping” ticket and add the “Caravan/RV Surcharge” option.

I want to hire a glamour tent. How do I book? You will need to book the “Tent Camping” ticket. Then, organise your own glamour tent to be delivered to the site. Please email us by September 13th so we can allocate you the correct site.

Who will apply sunscreen to my son and ensure he brushes his teeth? We take no responsibility for bad parenting.

What size tent can I bring? Ideally a medium-sized 4-man tent per campsite. If you want to bring a larger tent, or camp with other families, please email a request to the committee by Wednesday, September 11th.

Do I need to pack different clothes for my son? It's up to you. Based on past camps, they generally arrive home in the same clothes they left in.

Is there parking onsite? Yes, unlike previous years, there are no restrictions on parking :)

Can you cater to allergies and dietary requirements? Unfortunately, we don’t have a commercial kitchen or professional chefs. But we will do our best to accommodate specific needs. Please speak to the kitchen team.

Organising Committee:

Feel free to contact us with any questions by clicking on the 'Contact Event Organiser' button.

• Pete Barrett - 0427 664 234
• Gino Fornataro - 0412 356 408
• Mark Hannam - 0477 337 075
• Grant McLennan - 0448 114 995
• Gerard McNamara - 0419 999 671