Year 10 camp was held at Totara Springs Christian Camp. After a 3hr drive down to Matamata, we arrived at Totara Springs. Once we were all set up we were quick to go straight into activities not to waste time.

The mornings kicked off energetically as Miss Johnson made her rounds to each cabin at 7 am, accompanied by loud music that set fun energy for the day ahead. In the evening students were divided into four groups to participate in evening activities like spotlight, campfires, and Burma trails. Our form classes were split into groups for our cabins. The cabin options ranged from 12-person bunk rooms to 4-person cabins. These cabins ensured that each group had a comfortable space to relax and unwind after a busy day.

As the days went on we were fed well by the Totora Springs staff. The meals we were provided at camp were really good and there always was plenty to go around. The highlight of meals was always the desserts, which were surprisingly good for camp food.

Throughout the three days, we participated in a total of seven exciting activities. Some of our favourites included river and water activities like tubing, kayaking, hydro slides, a Canadian slide that launched you into the river and a swimming hole, or abseiling where you can either go down a 14m rock face into a stream or a 7m wood wall. The Totora Springs staff that were hosting camp were kind, encouraging and passionate about what they were doing. The staff and the huge range of activities lead to a memorable camping experience for all students!

A huge thank you to all the staff and parents who gave their time to ensure we had a fabulous time on camp.

By Charlize Barron 10PVD, Aashna Budhia 10PVD, Aimee Chelton 10PVD