Camp Rules

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 We want your experience on camp to be different and enjoyable. To insure this happens you need to observe the following basic rules:

• Language used should be pleasant and in conversational tone - eg. it is not necessary to shout and swear.
• Mobile phones and ipods must be left at home.
• There is no need to have money, there is no where to spend it.
• Jewellery and other valuables should not be brought on camp.
• Chips, softdrink, chewing gum and lollies are not to be brought.
• The only people who should be in a tent are those that sleep there.

EMERGENCIES - In case of any emergency (fire, accident, boating accident, snake sighting) immediately contact nearest teacher or parent - return to the centre if necessary.

• In case of fire in the kitchen, main building or in a tent, inform the nearest adult and then move to the shore of the dam by the shortest route and in an orderly manner.

HYGIENE - Wash hands with soap before you eat or prepare food and after you go to the toilet.

• Wash dishes in very hot water after eating. It is best to let cups and plates drain dry. if you feel ill at any time, tell your teacher immediately.

COOKING AND KITCHEN - Cooking over an open fire is sometimes dangerous. Keep well back from the fire unless it is your task to do the cooking. No running or playing near the fire. When working in a cooking group, you complete only the tasks allocated to you eg. collecting wood, fire lighting, food preparation, cooking.

• Do not use the axe or light fires without permission.
• Use a pot hook or gloves to handle camp-ovens, billies or pots.
• When using cutting knives, use a board and always cut away from your body
• DO not waste water by allowing the tap to run - if you require water use a container to obtain the required amount.
• Adults only are to use the 'Zip Heater' in the kitchen.

RECYCLING PROCEDURES - There are specific bins for a variety of recyclable materials. All campers (pupils and adults) and especially those handling food and drink containers need to be aware of the recycling and waste management procedures.

SELF DIRECTED ACTIVITIES - During your free time you must stay within the area specified by the teachers. Do not swim or use tubes without permission and supervision. Keep off low ropes course unless supervised by an adult. Do not run on the concrete area under and around the buildings. Do not run and play around the tents.

EQUIPMENT - Paddles must be removed from canoes after use and returned to their home area. Lifejackets (P.F.D.'s) must always be returned to the drying line after use.

• Canoes must be lifted not dragged from the water. Canoes should be grouped together in one area on the shore and be turned over if being left out overnight.
• Ensure tents are swept before folding and putting away. Double check that all poles, pegs and ropes have been put away in their correct bag.