🏕️ Umina Beach Scout Camp

Friday 27 to Sunday 29 November 2026

Activity Overview

Get ready for a fantastic weekend by the coast! 🌊

Oakville Scouts will be joining 1st Glossodia Scout Group for a weekend of camping, beach activities, swimming, coastal bushwalking, games and plenty of fun together!

We'll be camping at Umina Beach Scout Hall, with access to kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Weekend programme

Friday 27 November

• Arrive at Umina Beach around 7:30 pm and set up tents

• BYO packed dinner to eat during the journey or at camp

• Campfire and social time

Saturday 28 November

• Breakfast at camp

• Full day at the beach with swimming (patrolled beach), beach games and activities (subject to conditions)

• Morning tea, packed lunch and afternoon tea provided

• Return to camp for some relaxation

• Fish and chips/takeaway dinner by the beach

• Evening beach game

Sunday 29 November

• Breakfast at camp

• Pack up tents and camping equipment

• Coastal bushwalk exploring the Umina Beach area and surrounding coastline, with the route adapted to conditions and the group

• Lunch at camp

• Head home in the afternoon

Camp cost: $65 per Scout, including camping, all meals except Friday dinner and activities.

Transport is not included. Oakville Scout Group will coordinate its own transport arrangements.

Preparation

• Register for the event before the closing date.

• Pay the $65 camp fee directly to 1st Glossodia Scout Group.

• Advise leaders of any dietary requirements, allergies or medical considerations.

• Confirm transport arrangements with Oakville leaders.

• Bring a packed dinner for Friday evening.

• Label personal equipment where possible.

All catering for the weekend will be organised by 1st Glossodia Scout Group.

💰 Payment Details

Camp fee: $65 per Scout

Includes camping, all meals except Friday dinner and camp activities. Transport is organised separately by Oakville Scout Group.

Bank details

1st Glossodia Scout Group
BSB: 633 000
Account: 150 448 785

Amount: $65 per Scout
Payment reference: OAK + Scout's surname + Umina

Clothing & Equipment

• Scout uniform and scarf for travelling

• Tent and camping equipment (arranged by Oakville Scout Group)

• Sleeping bag, sleeping mat and pillow

• Comfortable clothing for the weekend

• Warm jumper or jacket for evenings

• Rain jacket

• Swimwear and rash vest

• Beach towel and bath towel

• Sun hat and sunscreen

• Enclosed walking shoes suitable for bushwalking

• Thongs or sandals for the beach

• Water bottle

• Small day backpack for beach activities and bushwalking

• Head torch or torch with spare batteries

• Toiletries and personal medication

• Mess kit with plate, bowl, cup and cutlery

• Packed dinner for Friday evening

• Bag for wet or dirty clothes

Please avoid bringing valuables or unnecessary electronic devices.

Travel Arrangements

Destination: Umina Beach Scout Hall, Umina Beach NSW.

Arrival: Friday 27 November, approximately 7:30 pm.

Departure from camp: Sunday 29 November, early afternoon.

Oakville Scout Group will organise its own transport to and from camp.

Meeting point, departure time, carpooling arrangements and return details will be communicated by Oakville leaders.

Parents should contact their Oakville leaders regarding transport arrangements.

Activity Leader Contact Information

Overall Activity Leader: Paul Davis (Trekker)
Phone: 0414 786 477
Email:paul.davis@nsw.scouts.com.au

Supporting Leaders:

Emilie Capelle (Wallaby)
Phone: 0492 916 956

Dave Tonitto (Dingo)
Phone: 0418 475 747

Oakville Scout Leader: 

Malcolm McLean (Bilby)

Phone: 0473 918 494

Emergency Contacts

Name: Jeremy Muller (1st Glossodia Group Leader)
Phone: 0457 506 749
Email:jeremy.muller@nsw.scouts.com.au

Oakville Scout Group will also provide its own emergency contact details.

Supervision

This activity will be conducted under direct or indirect adult supervision. Both male and female leaders will be present.

All activities will be supervised by appropriately qualified and approved Scout leaders from the participating groups. Swimming and coastal activities will be subject to weather, surf conditions and applicable Scouts NSW safety requirements.