Overnight Camps for Stage 2 and Stage 3

^{Accommodation at the Field Studies Huts}

The Field Studies Huts are located at the southern end of Bournda National Park. High on a forested ridge, to the north of Bournda Lagoon, the Hut area has spectacular ocean views.

The facility has a timber hut which can be securely locked and is utilised as a wet weather shelter.  It has a pot belly stove and is equipped with bench tables and bench seats.

The timber hut is used to prepare and store food and for classroom activities.

The Field Studies Huts facility has 4 A-frame structures which have canvas and insect netting sides attached to the two ends. Groups sleep in these A frames which are a very short walk from the timber hut. The A-frames are raised up off the ground and have a tin roof, protecting students from inclement weather.

A communal fireplace is a focal point of the camping experience at the Field Studies Huts.  This fireplace is located just outside the timber hut.

Night time activities around the campfire are popular with students.

For information on what to bring, what is supplied and the facilities at the Field Studies Huts: Gear Field Studies Huts

^{There is no electricity or running water at the Field Studies Huts.}

^{Programs at the Field Studies Huts}

There are a variety of activities that students can participate in as part of your overnight camp, depending on the age and number of your students, the time of year your camp is booked as well as how many nights your camp is booked for.

Popular activities for Stage 3 students include kayaking, raft building, challenge games and bushcraft survival. Stage 2 students are often involved in activities such as dip netting, challenge games, beach games and the amazing race.

We have a variety of short and long bushwalks that can be included in an overnight program. The Kangarutha Walking Track is a whole day walk between Tathra and Bournda National Park, the Bournda Loop Track is a 6km loop around Bournda Lagoon and there are many other shorter walking tracks in and around the National Park.

In addition, Stage 2 and Stage 3 students can participate in many of the activities outlined in our day programs see Primary programs.

Spotlighting is a popular nighttime activity that can be run by your staff. Please request the Bournda spotlight if you require. Some of the species you may encounter include – Brushtail Possums, Ringtail Possums, Sugar Gliders, Yellow-bellied Gliders and Feather-tailed Gliders.

A sample Stage 3 camp running over two nights would be – Sample Stage 3 camp itinerary

Please note, water activities such as kayaking and raft building are better suited to the warmer times of the year such as Term 1 and Term 4.

A sample Stage 2 camp running over one night would be – Sample Stage 2 camp itinerary

^{Accommodation at Hobart Beach Campground}

Bournda National Park camping area is located at Hobart Beach, adjacent to Wallagoot Lake. School groups pitch tents in the school camping bay not far from the large shelter shed.

The shelter shed at the Hobart Beach camping area can cater for large numbers of students. The shelter is large enough for over 100 students to gather together under its roof for meals, meetings or emergency shelter. A number of picnic tables are scattered inside the shed. Note: this shelter is a public amenity in a public camping ground.

A kitchen is located in one corner of the shelter shed equipped with two sets of gas burners.  A barbeque flat plate sits on one set of burners. A large trestle table is also supplied. A lockable storage cupboard is built into the kitchen area for school groups to use.

For information on what to bring, what is supplied and the facilities at the Camping area: Gear Camping area

Note: These accommodation facilities are located in the National Park and are managed by NPWS. There is no electricity or drinking water provided as the sites are for basic camping. Further information about the campsite can be found at the NSW National Parks and Wildlife website.

^{Programs at Hobart Beach campground}

Program of activities

There are a variety of activities that students can participate in as part of your overnight camp, depending on the age and number of your students, the time of year your camp is booked as well as how many nights your camp is booked for. Popular activities for Stage 3 students include kayaking, raft building, bike riding and bushcraft survival. Stage 2 students are often involved in activities such as dip netting, challenge games, beach games and the amazing race.

We have a variety of short and long bushwalks that can be included in an overnight program. The Kangarutha Walking Track is a whole day walk between Tathra and Bournda National Park, the Bournda Loop Track is a 6km loop around Bournda Lagoon and there are many other shorter walking tracks in and around the National Park.

In addition, Stage 2 and Stage 3 students can participate in many of the activities outlined in our day programs see Primary programs.

Spotlighting is a popular nighttime activity that can be run by your staff. Please request the Bournda spotlight if you require. Some of the species you may encounter include – Brushtail Possums, Ringtail Possums, Sugar Gliders, Yellow-bellied Gliders and Feather-tailed Gliders.

A sample Stage 3 camp, running over two nights, would be – Sample Stage 3 camp itinerary

Please note, water activities such as kayaking and raft building are better suited to the warmer times of the year such as Term 1 and Term 4.

A sample Stage 2 camp, running over one night, would be – Sample Stage 2 camp itinerary