If your school or group is looking for an adventure and a chance to experience fun activities by our stunning lake and grounds - we’ve got you covered at Lake Dewar.
At Lake Dewar, we run a range of programs taking advantage of our beautiful site. From Adventure Tunnelling to The Amazing Race, Water Sports and the Werribee Gorge Walk. You’ll get to experience a wide range of activities and challenges.
Our activities are run by our qualified program instructors, who use our comprehensive Learning Framework to encourage participants to challenge themselves, experience personal growth, appreciate their natural surroundings and connect with the community. Together, we can identify your desired learning outcomes and work with you to tailor a camp experience that matches your requirements.
We want to make your experience as tailored as possible. Which is why the full (all activities run by Y-Staff), mid-range and basic (activities run by Y-Staff and teachers/group leaders) package options are available.
Find out more on our packages and prices page.
To explore the programs and activities available at Lake Dewar, take a look at the options below.
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Outdoor activities
During your stay with us, you’ll have access to a wide range of fun outdoor leisure activities including:
- Adventure Tunnelling
- Lake Dewar Amazing Race
- Archery
- Campfire Cooking
- Canoeing
- Camp Out
- Centenary Island Walk
- Dual Flying Fox
- Frisbee Golf
- Geo-Orienteering
- Hut Building
- Werribee River Gorge Walk (Gorrong Rocks)
- Initiative Challenges
- Jetty Jump
- Kayaking
- Kick Biking (Adaptive Bike)
- Mountain Biking
- Map Orienteering
- Pedal 4X4 Karting
- Raft Building
- Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
- Survivor Challenge
Enquire today to find out more about our camp activities.
Please note: some programs incur an additional cost due to external facilitators. -
Indoor activities
Should you be faced with a rainy day, you can access a range of indoor activities suitable for all types of groups including:
- Creative Cove – quiet time, games, books and seating
- Disco
- Foosball Table
- Initiative and Team Building Activities
- Movie Night
- Pool Table
- Table Tennis
- Talent Show
- Trivia night
Enquire today to find out more about our camp activities.
Please note: some programs incur an additional cost due to external facilitators. -
Journey-based programs
We run journey-based programs for schools and community groups in Victoria.
These programs take groups through immersive multi-day adventures in the great outdoors, offering participants the chance to connect with nature, gain new skills and create amazing memories.
Our journeys are led by certified guides and include activities such as:- bushwalking
- biking
- camping
- canoeing
- hiking
- rock climbing
We can tailor activities and the length of the journey to your group’s needs.
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Teacher or group-led activities
In addition to Y-led activities, teachers or group leaders can also lead the activities (for example if you choose a mid-range option - where some of the activities are led by our camp leaders and others by your teachers or group leaders).
Teacher or group-led activities include:
- Activities on our Multi-Sports Court, Half Basketball Court and Beach Volleyball Court (Sporting equipment available)
- Lake Dewar Amazing Race
- Playground
- Bushwalking
- Campfire Cooking
- Group Dynamics
- Hut Building
- Map Orienteering
Want to add some adventure to your day? Enquire today to book your next camp.
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Bush Nippers
The Bush Nippers program provides lifesaving education for children aged from five to 14 years. Children learn all about staying safe at the lake and gain lifelong lifesaving skills.
Find out more about Bush Nippers and book your child’s place today.