Student Achievement
Year 8 Camp
22 May
On 13-17 May, Year 8 students travelled by bus to Angelsea for the annual Year 8 camp, where they were issued with packs, tents, and camping gear, ready to experience new adventures in new surroundings.
Campers were split into two groups. The first group enthusiastically headed off on 3-5km hikes through undulating scenic bushland, led by Auscamp leaders and Damascus staff. Students enjoyed setting up tents, collecting firewood for the evening fire, preparing dinner, and, of course, toasting marshmallows by the fire in the evening.
The second group was bused to the coast for surfing and canoeing activities. There, students received lessons in their activities and returned to camp for dinner in the dining room.
The whole group were treated to a trivia night before returning to their tents for a restful night with an early start, with the reverse of activities the next day.
It was a wonderful experience for all, with many wonderful memories made and friendships forged.
