In this activity students will learn the basics of map reading and develop successful navigation skills through a hands-on orienteering session. Depending on skill level, we offer two different courses.
In this activity students use a bow and arrow to shoot at a target, combining focus, technique and consistency.
In this cooking experience students learn how to prepare and cook damper following a basic recipe. They will be given the opportunity to participate in cooking over a controlled campfire, and to share and eat their delicious damper with their peers.
Gaga ball is a fast-paced, high-energy gentler version of dodgeball played inside a low-walled pit. Players use their hands to strike a soft ball at opponents, aiming to eliminate them by hitting them on or below the knee. The last person remaining in the pit wins the round
In this activity students will prepare and cook mini pizzas in the CMV woodfire pizza oven. Students will learn about sustainability and discuss the importance of using locally sourced and/or home-grown resources in the food cycle.
In this activity students will learn about basic wilderness survival skills and build shelters from natural materials collected from the surrounding native bushland. Students will be split into groups of 3-5 participants and be instructed to build a shelter big enough for the team to stand in.
In this activity students traverse horizontally across a low-level climbing wall. In pairs (one climber, one spotter), they will begin climbing from left to right with the goal of not touching the ground.
In this activity students will participate in a series of team-building challenges that focus on communication, planning, problem solving, creativity, and physical ability.
Life-size Battleship is a full-scale, interactive team experience where students become the ships and engage, in strategic, competitive play. Students either stand in for ships on a large grid or use oversized cones and markers to simulate naval combat. Teams take turns calling coordinates to ‘fire’ on the opponent’s fleet, marking hits and misses until one side’s fleet is completely sunk.
In this activity, students will compete against each other by rolling biased balls called bowls to stop as close as possible to a small target ball called the jack.
Students embark on a scenic bushwalk along the Taggerty River floodplain (~2.5km return). Along the way students will need to open their senses and pay close attention to their surrounding environment as they use their observational skills to identify special features at waypoint locations.
Students embark on a scenic bushwalk along Dickinsons Track to Taggerty River Lookout (~2.5km return). Upon arrival at Taggerty Lookout students will create individual artworks drawing inspiration for the surrounding natural bushland.
Camp Marysville surrounding trails are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level. With historic sights and adventure for all ages, the hardest thing is choosing which trail to do.
In this fun and active team building exercise students will work together to find and identify a range of metal garden animal sculptures. Once they have found all the sculptures teams will then have to race to solve the clues on a crossword puzzle using the animals they identified in their hunt.
Volleyball is a team sport where two teams of six players hit a ball over a high net, trying to make it land on the other team's floor. Each team can touch the ball up to three times during a single play. This fun team game can be enjoyed at free time or implemented into your program.
In this activity students will engage in a recreational water sport by paddling in narrow, lightweight boats using a single-bladed paddle. This activity takes place in a controlled water body accessible via a short walk from CMV main site.
In this High Ropes adventure activity, participants climb a giant’s ladder high into the sky. Participants are encouraged to use teamwork, balance, and determination to get to the top.
Crate Stacking is a great team-building game, full of energy, excitement, and a touch of competitive rivalry. Two teams of students race against the clock to build the highest milk crate stack. Participants assist their team to victory by being climbers, crate passers, or in the pull team. It is located at the High Ropes Course.
Enjoy the thrill of being lifted off your feet and soaring through the air! In this exhilarating High Ropes activity students take turns at being the "possum" while the remaining participants work together assisting with pulling them up.
The "Leap of Faith" is a popular high-ropes adventure activity where students climb a tall vertical pole, stand on a small platform, and jump out to hit a hanging target, while safely secured in a full-body harness and helmet.
In this activity students engage in a fun camp experience where they are given an opportunity to sleep in the wild, brave the elements and learn the basics of fun and safe camping. With the campground located so close to CMV it is the perfect intro to camping.
Cooking is done independently by students with supervision from the Group Leader & Teachers.
Students will use pots, and stoves fuelled by methylated spirits to cook their dinner on a Trangia stove.
Camp Cooking is optional but if selected is a great way to immerse students in a full camping experience.
In the event of a Total Fire Ban day, all food will be cooked in the camp kitchen and delivered to the campground.
We will provide you with a tent, a day pack and a sleeping mat.
Following the packing list provided will ensure you have everything for a comfortable night.
Toilets are Porta-Loos at the campsite. Your Group Leader will talk to the group about how to use the toilets, keep the toilets clean, and dispose of any sanitary products.
Supervision will be split between Group Leaders and Teachers, ensuring both get breaks and time to set themselves up for the night. Your Group Leader will have a conversation with you about how you would like to split supervision. If you’re not sure about something, or feel you need a break, speak to your Group Leader.
Camp outs can be overwhelming for some students. Your help with keeping the group on task is the best way to ensure students make the most of their camp out experience
Camp outs happen in all types of weather. If the weather is cold or rainy, we will make sure students are well equipped with warm clothes, wet weather gear and appropriate sleeping bags. Often camp outs in adverse weather are where students grow and learn the most from the challenge.
In this activity students will embark on a recreational cycling adventure on one of the many mountain trails located directly off-site from Camp Marysville. Students will have the opportunity to cycle through natural bushland challenging themselves over various difficulty-level trails.
Visit one of Victoria's highest waterfalls. With so much fun to be had at CMV, why not squeeze in this stunning hike! Pair it with your campout or even add it to your stops on the last day, it is definitely a sight to see.
In Term 1 and Term 4 students have the opportunity of walking into town and enjoying a dip in the pool. On a hot Summer's day this is a great activity to add to your program!
In this activity, students head off via foot to the beautiful town of Marysville. With lots to see and enjoy, groups will have the option of visiting the Old Fashion Lollyshop and the Bushfire Museum where they can learn about the rich history of Marysville.
In this activity students will walk to Taggerty Picnic Grounds and pan for gold. They will use a variety of techniques to extract gold from the river using a pan. This activity can be broken into smaller groups on your program or enjoyed as a whole in the afternoon whilst enjoying some afternoon tea.
Camp Marysville is the perfect location for your next snow camp. Located only 30 minutes away students can experience the best of both worlds- One day at Lake Mountain, the next at CMV participating in our range of onsite activities.
