Summer Camp 2026
| When | Monday 12th (sign-in opens at 3:30pm) - Friday 16th January (sign-out opens at 2pm) (2026) |
| Where | Phillip Island Adventure Resort (map) |
| Who | Year 7s (2026) - Year 12s (2025) |
| Speaker | Rev Gary Stephens |
| Topic | The Unstoppable Gospel (through the book of Colossians) |
| Theme | Heroes Vs Villains |
| Cost | $490 (under 18) $530 (18+) $450 (Leader) |
| Registration | Closing December 1st or when at capacity, which ever comes first |
| Convenor's | Timothy Reesink & Nick Attrill |
| Information Night about Camp via Zoom | Monday the 15th September 7:30pm (more info & to register below) |
Please note that your registration will not be complete until you have received a copy of the form as confirmation that it was submitted. Contact us at [email protected] if you have any problems registering.
Online Information Night
This information event is for any parents who are considering sending their youth to PYV Summer Camp, but would like to learn more about the camp or have some questions that they would like answered before registering their child. This will be a great opportunity to hear what Summer Camp is all about, meet some of the Leaders, and get any questions that you might have about camp answered.
When: Monday 15th of September at 7:30pm
Where: Via Zoom (Link sent to those who register the morning of the 15th)
If you’re interested in attending this information session, please let us know by filling out this short form by clicking the button below
Payment
Payment can be made with cash or card on the day, or in advance via PayPal or direct bank transfer using the details below. Payment should be made after filling in the registration form. To apply for financial assistance, tick the "financial assistance" box on the registration form.
BSB: 083-004
Account Number: 015016531
Description: "Surname SummerCamp" (e.g. "Smith SummerCamp")
Meet the Convenor
Hey, I’m Tim! I live near Warrnambool and work on a dairy farm. I attend and serve at Warrnambool Presbyterian Church, where one of my greatest joys is heading up the youth group. I first came to PYV Summer Camp in 2015 as a nervous 14-year-old with no idea what to expect… but I loved it, and I’ve been back every year since!
This year, I’m excited to explore The Unstoppable Gospel through our talks from Colossians; learning and worshipping together, having great conversations, and lots of fun in the hero vs villain activity adventures. Bring on Summer Camp 2026!
Meet the Speaker
Greetings all! My Name is Gary Stephens. I’ve been minister at Bairnsdale Presbyterian for 19 years and married to Natalie for 30. All of our four children have been PYV’ers at some stage and we’ve loved hearing all the Summer Camp stories over the years. We also have one annoyingly intelligent cavoodle and disagree over the merits of coffee. I’m looking forward to being with you at PYV Summer Camp 2026. It’s hard to imagine a better topic than The Unstoppable Gospel. Through the camp talks and studies, we’ll journey right through the book of Colossians and soak in the wonder, benefits and joy that being connected into that unstoppable gospel brings not to some days or some moments … but to every second of our lives. And it will be great to meet you and join in on some hero vs villains’ action as well.
What to bring
- Pillow case
- Fitted sheet
- Sleeping bag
- Pyjamas
- Hat
- Toiletries
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Towel
- Water bottle
- Watch
- Comfortable clothes for activities
- Comfortable closed toed shoes for activities
- Closed toed shoes for water activities
- Cartoon-themed costume
- Bible
- Pens/pencils
- Money for books and merchandise (optional; eftpos accepted) - available merch and pricing is listed here
- Required medication (as listed in your registration form)
What not to bring
- No mobile phones
- No electronic devices (unless granted permission for medical reasons)
- No precious items as these may be lost or damaged during the camp
- No aerosol or spray cans
- No nuts or foods containing nuts
- No singlet tops or very short shorts
