OUR PURPOSE
At VicYouth; we’re passionate about providing fun and engaging opportunities for young people to grow in their relationship with Jesus, and make lifelong friends. Summer camps is definitely a place where we see lives transformed because of this.
For over 100 years, we’ve been committed to giving every camper the best camp experience possible. With the help of our carefully selected staff, our aim is to teach, encourage, support and empower all who attend. Showing them Jesus’ love as part of a caring Christian environment.
Summer Camps provide a great opportunity for everyone to make new friends, take on new adventures, learn more about specific interests, and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Any questions, please call (03) 9264 7740 or email us at vicyouth@adventist.org.au.
OUR CAMPS
We run three different camps for young people:
GAP Camp for ages 16–18 – January 8 – 12, 2026
Junior Camp for ages 10–12 – January 13 – 18, 2026
Teen Camp for ages 13–15 – January 20-25, 2026
All camps are held at Camp Howqua, which is a 20-minute drive from Mansfield, Victoria.
For more information on the facilities, visit their website at https://camphowqua.com.au/
Summer Camps Prices 2026
| Item | GAP Camp | Junior Camp | Teen Camp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Late Rate (From December 13) | $470 | $495 | $495 |
| Country Rate – Late Rate (From December 13) Live more than 250km from the Melbourne CBD | $370 | $395 | $395 |
| Attending Summer Camps for the first time & don’t attend an Adventist church | $365 | $390 | $390 |
| Bringing a friend who doesn’t attend an Adventist church (both you and the friend are eligible for a discount) | $365 | $390 | $390 |
| Third child in your immediate family attending Summer Camps this year | N/A | $150 | $150 |
| Bus Fare – pick up and drop off | $66 | $66 | $66 |