Program Possibilities
Fishing.
Orienteering and compass work. For good information and to request an orienteering club member to assist or run your orienteering, contact Counties Manukau Orienteering Club.
Geology and fossil hunting. Please be aware that the fossil site is unstable at the moment and the site should be carefully examined before use.
Bush, stream, estuary, dune, beach and rock pool studies.
***Bush walks and tramps (Bald Spur 2-3 hrs and Devlin's Dash 5-7 hrs).
***Waterfalls, 30 minute walk one way - swimming pool.
28 km from the camp are the Nikau Caves. This is a spectacular cave that a number of our school groups have been through. It is a guided experience and there is a cost involved. Visit the Nikau cave website for information on these wonderful case.
Roping (abseiling) 10 minute walk away. Abseiling gear will no longer be provided to camp users. Paid providers to supply own gear.
Camping out. A full range of camping equipment (packs, fry pans, billies, fire forks, food containers, plates, mugs, cutlery). Some Adults and children's tents available . Port-a-loos available.
*** You MUST contact the farm manager At least FOUR WEEKS before arriving if you are planning to use any of the walks on the farm.Details available from portwaikatoschoolcamp@gmail.com ***
Outdoor cooking. (fire permits required during certain months)
http://www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz/Services/Rural-fires.aspx
Maori and early European history. Official camp history book available $10.
NB: All activities, excluding caving, are within walking distance of camp.
All programme possibilities have supporting resource books and are on the downloads page.
Resources available
Archery
Four sets including targets are available through the custodian. Broken or missing arrows will be charged at $15 each.
Petanque
Three, four person sets are available for supervised activities. There is no charge.
Volleyball
Poles and net are available. Bring your own ball. See the Custodian. No charge.
Low Ropes Challenge Course
A low ropes challenge course is provided for confidence and trust building activities. Prior to use, the associated booklet must be read and signed. Adult supervision is required.
Trampoline
This apparatus is available but like the Low Ropes Challenge Course, can only be used under adult supervision.
A maximum of only two users at one time please.
Basketball/Netball Goals
A backboard and hoop are available for free play use. No ball is supplied.
BMX Bikes and Track
A well formed 250m track is available on camp property. Four BMX bikes and adjustable helmets are available, Adult supervision is required.
Belayed Climbing Wall
A 9 m high belayed climbing wall is available for use. Use of this wall requires safety equipment and adult supervision. Gear provided free of charge to camp users, but only to those with certified instructors. Paid providers to supply own their gear unless arrangements with the Trust are made prior to camp.
Frisbee Golf
Three ‘goals’ and Frisbees, best used as a beach activity.
Other Activities
Various hard-court games are marked out on the asphalt. Please bring your own balls etc.
Contacts
The people below may be able to help you with various aspects of your camp. The Trust does not in any way recommend or endorse any of those listed.
Ngahuia Thompson
Rural mail contractors and suppliers for Bread,milk on a daily basis as required.
Extra shopping can also be rquested.
All empty trays and crates are picked up for return
Bread and milk to be ordered 1 week prior to delivery
Contact details
0273973255
Camp Cooks and Caterers
Ash 021529208
Email: info@campcatering.co.nz
Loaves and Fishes
Helen Merton 09 817 2285 or 027 235 8134
County Cuisine Catering
Donna Williams 021 111 9411
Outdoor activity providers
Raglan Rock
Raglan Rock is a leading outdoor provider that specialises in climbing, caving and canyoning all over the Waikato. Our outdoor activities and locations offer diverse and exciting, confident team building experiences for all your students.
From rock climbing to bush survival and ABL games to guided bush walks, we cater for a wide variety of customers that choose to make Port Waikato School Camp their camp location, and strive to make all stays that little bit more special!
Email info@raglanrock.com to find out more!
River City Training Academy
All types of activities and programmes.
AdventureWorks Ltd
http://www.adventureworks.co.nz
AdventureWorks specialise in experiential learning and adventure centered outdoor education in the Auckland and Waikato regions. We are more than an outdoor education provider – we use adventurous activities and outdoor environments to develop people and groups. Our style of education especially supports the key competencies: Relating to Others, Managing Self, Participating and Contributing and Thinking.
Youthtown
Wide variety of outdoor pursuits management. Contact Stasi-Ann Thornton 027 887 3317.
High Wire Charitable Trust
http://www.highwire.co.nz
All types of activities and programmes.
Action Stations
http://www.actionstation.org.nz
All types of activities and programmes.
Adventure Specialties
http://www.adventurespecialties.co.nz
All outdoor activities.
Bigfoot Adventures
http://www.bigfootadventures.co.nz
For total camp management.
Environment Waikato
Faye Wilson-Hill, Education Officer 07 856 7184
http://www.waikatoregion.govt.nz
Sunset Beach Life Guards
http://sunsetbeach.org.nz
Surf life saving activities.
Nikau Cave
Anne Woodward 09 2333199
www.nikaucave.co.nz
Camp Orientation and Camp Programmes
Glennis Paton on 09 232 9532
Medical Facilities
Tuakau Health Center
http://tuakauhealth.co.nz
09 236 8068
Whare Oranga Health Centre
232 9515