Camp Narawntapu

Dear Parent/Guardian
This letter is to inform you that your child has been asked to participate in an
upcoming camp run by PCYC and The University of Tasmania (UTas). Following is
some information to help you get ready for the camp.
Where is the location of the camp?
The camp will be held at Bakers Point in the Narawntapu National Park.
Narawntapu National Park is on the north coast opposite Port Sorell.
Why are we going? What will we be doing?
The camp will provide participants with a unique experience to develop various
life skills. Participants will need to work as a team to address the various
challenges the camp brings.
Day 1 will be based around the campsite including low risk adventure activities,
camp setup and cooking skills. Day 2 involves a day walk to Copper cove and
skill building activities to prepare students for the final days challenge. Students
will also prepare the evening meal. Day 3 will consist of participants taking part
in a grand challenge where skills developed during the camp will be used to
complete an adventure group activity.
When is the Camp?
Date: Wednesday 8th Friday 10th of October.
Time of departure from PCYC on Wednesday 8th: 9am
Expected return time to PCYC on Friday 10th: 3:30pm
How will we get there?
Transport will be provided to and from the camp by bus from the PCYC. 146
Abbott St, Newstead. We will be traveling along the West Tamar Highway to

Exeter. Turning onto Frankford Road and following this until we turn off onto
Baker Beach Road.
Who will be coming with us and contact information:
From PCYC: Ross McIvor - 03 6344 2411
From UTas: Allen Hill - 03 6324 3277
UTas teaching team: Amy Hamilton; Ben Walters; Dave Hayward; Jessie Howe;
Katju Lehtola; Michael Hanemaayer; Simon Dray.
Cost?
There will be no out of pocket expenses involved with the camp.
Other information:
Please find the gear and equipment list attached to this letter. We recommend
packing for the unpredictable Tasmanian weather!
A consent and medical for is also attached. Please fill in and return to Ross
McIvor as soon as possible.
We look forward to creating a memorable experience with all involved in the
camp.
The UTas Teaching Team.

Personal equipment

Quantity

T-shirt
Long sleeve shirt
Warm jumper
Trousers (not jeans)
Shorts
Pyjamas
Underwear
Socks
Raincoat
Bathers
Towel
Pillow
Sunhat
Sunglasses
Beanies
Gloves
Enclosed shoes suitable for walking
Thongs or other shoes for beach
Toiletries
Personal medication
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Plate
Bowl
Mug
Knife
Fork

2
1
1-2
1-2
1-2
1
3
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Spoon
Torch or headlamp
Plastic bag
Small day pack
Notebook
Pen or pencil

1
1
1-2
1
1
1

Consent and Medical Form

This form is to give permission for your child to attend the camp; and
To provide medical information that might be needed in case of
emergency
All information is held in confidence

Excursion
Dates From:
details
Location:
Description:
Teacher in
charge
Personal details
Students
name
Date of birth
Home address
Emergency contacts
Name
Relationship
work
1.
2.
3.

To:

Phone home

Doctor

Phone

Medicare Number

Private Health Fund

Number

Phone

Address

Tablets and Medicine

Is your child taking any tablets and/or medicine?
Yes
If Yes please state name of medication, dosage, etc.

Complete Tetanus Immunization

Yes
No
Date of last booster................

Please tick if your child suffers any of the following:

Bed wetting
Fits of any type
Dizzy spell
Sleep walking
Blackout
Allergic to:
Penicillin
Bites/stings

Migraine
Any food

No

Heart Condition
Asthma
Travel Sickness

Other drugs

Other Allergies
What special care is recommended?

Special dietary requirements:

Swimming capability:
Confidently swims 50 metres.
Able to swim 50 metres, with a struggle
Non swimmer.
Any other relevant information:
Consent:
Medical:
In the event of accident or illness when it is impracticable or impossible to
communicate with me, I understand the teacher in charge will arrange
such medical or surgical treatment as may be deemed necessary.
Participation:
I consent to my childs participation in this excursion. I have been
informed by the school of the arrangements made for the conduct of this
excursion. I understand that the excursion includes activities that may
involve some risk.
Expenses:
I agree to my childs returning home if necessary in the event of illness,
injury or non-cooperation, and to pay any expenses involved or to come
and collect my child from the excursion. I agree to reimburse the school
for any wanton damage caused by my child.
I agree to reimburse the school for any hospital, medical or ambulance
expenses incurred by the school on behalf of my child.
Signature of Parent/Guardian. ....................................................................
Date ...........................................................................................................................
Student Declaration
I agree to observe the rules of the camp and to co-operate with the
teachers throughout the excursion.
Signed: ......................................................................................................................
Date: