Scouts Chill Camp - August 7-9 2026
About
Join us for a relaxed weekend away at Gilwell Park, where we'll slow down, enjoy the outdoors, and cook together over an open campfire.This camp is all about spending time with friends, learning new outdoor cooking skills, enjoying campfire evenings, and experiencing the fun of camping together. Campers will work together to prepare each meal over the fire, learning teamwork, camp craft, and campfire cooking techniques along the way.
Whether it's baking cinnamon rolls and apple crumble in a Dutch oven, cooking potatoes in the embers, or simply relaxing around the campfire, this weekend is designed to be a fun and memorable experience for everyone.
Date & Time
Start: Friday, 7 August, 6:30 pm
Finish: Sunday, 12:00 pm
Location
Gilwell Park Adventure Centre
2555 Gembrook-Launching Place Road
Gembrook VIC 3783
Cost
$100.00 per Scout
The camp fee includes:
• Accommodation and campsite fees
• Friday night snack
• All meals from Saturday breakfast to Sunday breakfast including snacks
• Activities and equipment
Please note: Scouts should bring their own dinner for Friday evening before arriving at camp. The camp finishes at 12:00 pm on Sunday, so lunch is not included.
Throughout the weekend, Scouts will:
• Learn a variety of campfire cooking techniques
• Cook over an open fire
• Cook using Dutch ovens and hot embers
• Bake cinnamon rolls and apple crumble in a Dutch oven
• Cook potatoes in the embers
• Develop practical camp craft skills
• Prepare meals together as a Unit
• Relax around the campfire
• Enjoy a fun and low-key weekend outdoors
Activities will include:
• Campfire cooking
• Campcraft
• Outdoor games
• Bush skills
• Team challenges
• Campfire activities
• Free time to relax and enjoy Gilwell Park
The final program may vary depending on weather conditions.
What to Bring -
• Wear your full Scout Uniform when travelling to and from camp.
• Warm sleeping bag
• Sleeping mat or stretcher
• Warm clothing
• Waterproof jacket
• Spare clothes
• Enclosed shoes
• Hat
• Water bottle
• Torch or headlamp
• Plate, bowl, mug and cutlery
• Personal toiletries
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Personal medication (clearly labelled)
• BYO dinner for Friday evening
• A camp chair (optional but recommended)
Transport:
Scouts will need to arrange their own transport to/from camp. We encourage families to coordinate carpooling where possible. To make this easier, a WhatsApp group will be created before the camp, where parents can organise lift sharing and discuss transport arrangements with each other.
Cancellation
If your Scout is unable to attend, please let the Leader team know as soon as possible. We can refund any funds not expensed but as we need to purchase food and pay for accomodation in the days before camp, it's best to notify us as early as possible if plans change.
We look forward to a fantastic weekend of campfires, good food, great company, outdoor adventure and plenty of time to relax together!
A reminder: At Princes Park, no scout should miss an opportunity due to financial limitations. Our fee remission process is simple, paper-work free and confidential. For information about this please contact Deon directly - 0421975869 / deon.kamien@scoutsvictoria.com.au
Location
Gilwell Park Adventure Centre
2555 Gembrook-Launching Pl Rd, Gembrook VIC 3783
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Scouts Chill Camp - August 7-9 2026
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