School Camp Program for Grade 2 to 6
Old Petrie Town Day Camp
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Camping Age Group
Grade 2 - 6
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Program Duration
2 days 1 night; or
3 days 2 nights -
Program Inclusions
All meals
YMCA-led activities
Old Petrie Town activities
Exclusive use of North Pine Lodge for accomodation
School Camp For Primary Students
Explore the amazing collection of pre-1930's historic buildings brought to life at Old Petrie Town. This hands-on camp experience brings history to life for primary school students, reinforcing key Australian curriculum outcomes.
Learn the art of blacksmithing, create your own pottery, discover Indigenous culture at Terry Saleh's Wantok Multicultural Centre, and delve into the past at the Pine Rivers Heritage Museum. With a variety of engaging activities, Old Petrie Town Camp offers a unique and unforgettable educational adventure for young learners.
Who can book our Old Petrie Town Day Camp?
The Old Petrie Town experience is one of the standout primary school camps that align with Australian Curriculum teachings for Grade 2 to Grade 6 students. We are open to all primary schools and are located just 35 minutes from Brisbane.
Memorable First School Camp for Primary Students
Old Petrie Town activities
Choose from a range of historical and cultural activities at Old Petrie Town.
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History
Visit the Pine Rivers Heritage Museum, Steam Museum and explore the township.
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Become a Blacksmith
Learn how to create objects from wrought iron or steel by forging the metal, using tools to hammer, bend and cut.
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Indigenous Workshops
Learn about Indigenous art, boomerang painting and throwing, multicultural dance or bush medicine at Terry Saleh’s Wantok Multicultural Centre.
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Pottery at Petrie
See how clay pots are created and make your own masterpiece.
Age-appropriate camping activities for primary students
After students explore the rich history at Old Petrie Town, the fun will continue with YMCA outdoor adventure activities at our beautiful bushland camp grounds. Choose from a range of action-packed activities such as:
- Low ropes or high ropes
- Indoor rock climbing
- Canoeing
- Orienteering
- Guided environmental walk
- Raft building
- Swimming
- Bush survival skills
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With The Option For Additional Night Activities*
Not ready to stop having fun? You can add night activities to your camp! Our recommended night activities for primary school camps include:
- Camp Fire Experience: roast marshmellows and tell stories
- Spot Lighting Walk: a guided night walk, spotting nocturnal critters and learning about nature
- Night Games: a selection of team games
*Additional fee applies.
Price & Enquiry
1 night / 2 days accommodation
4 meals (all meals)
2 Old Petrie Town activities
2 YMCA Camping activities
2 nights / 3 days accommodation
7 meals (all meals)
4 Old Petrie Town activities
4 YMCA Camping activities