Senior Camp FAQ
When?
From 7pm, 9th Mar 2007 until 2pm 12th March 2007 (Labour day wekend).
How do I get there?
Follow the directions below (keeping your eyes peeled for PYV signage). The campsite is marked on Melways Key Map 7, B6.
From Melbourne: Exit the Western Freeway at the first Bacchus Marsh exit. Turn Left at the roundabout in Main Street onto Grant Street. Turn Right at the roundabout by Maddingley Park (don’t cross the railway) and continue for 7.7 km until you reach the signs to Rowsley/Glenmore and Lady Northcote Camp at the intersection marked * on the (upper) map. Turn Right at this crossroad, the camp is 8km from the intersection on the left past the Spring Creek Bridge.
From Geelong: reach intersection * (upper map) from Bacchus Marsh – Geelong Rd via Balliang East. The camp is 8 km from the intersection on the left, past the Spring Creek Bridge.
From Ballarat: Cars - the camp can be reached by leaving the Western Freeway at the Ballan/Daylesford exit, turn right and follow Ballan Geelong Road, towards Mt Wallace. About 2 Kms past the CFA training centre, turn left on to Glenmore Road.
Does PYV provide transport to camp?
Getting to or from camp is the responsibility of parents (if camper is under 18) or campers (if 18+). If you are stuck for a lift, you can contact us on (03) 9017 4676, and we may be able to put you in contact with another parent from your area, with whom you could make your own arrangements.
If you intend to catch the train to camp, please register your intention to do this at the bottom of this page.
How can I be sure if I/my child is registered on camp?
Response letters will be sent out to all campers who registered by the due date at least one week before camp. If you have not received your letter by Tues 6th March, please call (03) 9017 4676 to check whether your registration has been received.
What if I/my child is sick on the day of camp?
Please don't send sick kids to camp!! You will be refunded.
Why is camp more expensive than last year?
Due to increased numbers, we have moved to a larger site. Health regulations for a camp of our size require us to use professional chefs instead of parent helpers as was the case in the past.
Who is eligible for the subsidized price of $110?
If you either:
- hold a health care card, or
- hold an equivalent kind of concession card,
you qualify for the concession rate.
What standards of screening are there for camp leaders?
The accreditation process for all of our camp leaders has two main elements:
- They fill in an application that follows the requirement of the Presbyterian Church of Victoria’s “Breaking the Silence” Policy, which includes reference checks,
- They must apply for a “Working With Children Check,” which is monitored by the department of justice, and is the replacement for the “Police Check.”
More questions?
Paul Drew: 0402 217 706
Sarah Brightwell: 0406 238 371
Adam Ridgewell: 0402 311 130
Call Andrew: (03) 9017 4676
events@pyv.org.au
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Stuck for Transport?
Have you thought of catching the train to camp? There will be a few PYV leaders (non P-plate drivers) who will be available to pick campers up from Bacchus Marsh station in the evening of Fri 9th March, and return them at the end of camp. Please note that if you/your child is to be picked up from the train station, this must arrange with us prior to camp (see form below).
Getting to Camp: Timetable 9 Mar 07
Departs Southern Cross (Spencer St): | 6:25pm |
Arrives Bacchus Marsh: | 7:03pm |
Getting home from camp: Timetable 12 Mar 07
Departs Bacchus Marsh: | 3:05pm |
Arrives Southern Cross (Spencer St): | 3:46pm |
Call 136 196 for more information about timetables.
Return Tickets from Ballarat cost (approx): $18.60 adult, $6.60 concession.
Return Tickets from Southern Cross cost (approx): $12.60 adult, $5.20 concession.
NB These times are based on information found at www.vline.com.au/ . They suggest calling 136 196 if you have further questions about which trains are running over the long weekend.