Toonallook Camp
I stepped off the bus, and the heat hit me like brick. This was it, what I’d been looking forward to for 3 years. Toonallook camp.
Camp was surreal.
It was the first time it was only my class going, not the whole Year Level.
On our camp we had Coco and Jazz, two Year Elevens come with us. For two of the days we were split into groups. I was in group 2, ‘Jazz (and Jesse’s) Jellybeans’.
One of my highlights was kayaking, because it was new to me and was really fun. In our groups we got into pairs and with our partner we kayaked around Point Turner to a beach. Everyone played on the beach and since it was such a hot day the cool water was great. We then kayaked back, and packed up for expo.
I also LOVED the spend boat ride. We did donuts and the water splashed in our faces, it was really fun.
Now I will tell about the amazing game that is Kingball. It’s somewhere between volleyball and down-ball. The rules are not solid and they change depending on who’s playing. You can play by yourself or as a double, I think it’s better to be a double since you can cover more space, but others disagree. It’s hard to explain unless you’ve watched a game, but I can assure you it’s great.
I was quite lucky in the way that I got barely any mozzie bites, but others….. weren’t so lucky. Goldie got 71 bites, and that’s only in her legs!
I thought I should mention the food. Awesome is an understatement. We had burritos, burgers, lasagne, biscuits, scones, cupcakes and much more, all homemade by Trish. I’ve got my fingers crossed Trish will cook for us next year.
Before camp the thought of the bike rides was pretty intimidating, but after I did them I realised they were actually really fun.
I made stronger friendships with multiple people, and I’m really sad it’s nearly the end of the year, because I might not be in their class.
Toona is my favourite camp so far, and I can’t wait to go next year!
What is your favourite place to go camping?
-Sylvie
WOW
A fabulous reflection – and a week I will not forget either.
We all had such a great time and I was so happy to see EVERYONE have so much fun.
My favourite part was the sunrise
What was your favourite part?