WAIHOLA

Physical: 70 Finlayson Road, WaiholaPostal: P.O. Box 15061, Waihola 9243Phone: 03 417-7120Email: info@cycwaihola.org.nzWebsite: www.cycwaihola.org.nz

2014

FACILITY &ACTIVITIES

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Christian Youth Camps (Waihola) Inc. is located just outside the township of Waihola, in South Otago.

Lake Waihola is a perfect place for all kinds of boating, swimming and recreational fishing and is just 10 minutes walk from the camp-site and our camp-site is less than 10 minutes drive from the beach in one direction and the world renown Waipori/Waihola wetlands in the other direction.

Where are we...

Flying Fox

Christian Youth Camps (Waihola) Inc. is a independent organisation founded in 1963 to run Christian boys and girls outreach camps in Otago and Southland.

Since our incorporation we have purchased 24 hectares of land in Waihola and built some top rate facilities and adventure activities.

Our primary objective is still deep set with the young people's camps we run during the school holidays - visit our website to find out more about the holiday camps..

Welcome to CYC Waihola...

We welcome you to join us at our peaceful camp.

Kiwis are renowned for engaging with the outdoors, that’s why you can’t overlook the camp experience at Waihola.

We invite you to....Relax..... in the quiet country setting

Find Solace..... with God once again

Get Involved..... in the many activities we have to o�er

Explore..... the amazing history of the district

Spend Time..... here with your family

Take In..... the awesome views

Have Fun..... with your school at camp

Church and Family GroupsIf you are a church or family group, our facilities will provide a relaxing atmosphere focused towards a time of fellowship and community. Let the time go by and get back to good old-fashioned camping experiences in a secure and friendly location.

Ask us about attractions in the local district or use of our book shop for a good selection of Christian adult and children's books.

Conferences and Business GroupsGetting away from the hustle and bustle of city life to the serene setting of CYC is conducive to great staff team building and conferences. The quiet location lends to better learning and strategic planning.

Ask us about our catering service - we'll provide the food and facilities and you the staff and workshops.

Schools and Educational GroupsWe have the ideal site and activities to create a special camp away for your students. Use our adventure activities for team building in your program and let your students have fun while they learn.

Ask us about using our adventure activities and EOTC modules which we have available for schools to use.

Our services for different groups

Youth Group Camp

Our Kids Retreat

School Camp was cool!!!

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assault course

Our Accommodation

We have three different camp-site areas within our property that may be suitable for your group - depending on the size and nature of stay with us.

The Main LodgeOur Main Lodge with accompanying bunk-room accommodation can cater for the largest groups. With playing fields and adjacent forest it is ideal for school, church and family camps.

Features include:• large dining / meeting hall with stage• two seperate lounges• additional meeting room for games, seminar or other activities• large commercial kitchen with dishwasher and laundry facilities• a central heating and hot water system• 5 channel sound mixer and data projector• TV and dvd player• Wireless broadband internet

The Main Lodge

Chalets and Clark HouseThe Clark House is ideal for day retreats or family holidays. Combined with the chalets it makes the perfect retreat location for a weekend away with work collegues or church study groups. Lovely views of Lake Waihola and surrounding district are key to this camp-site.

Clark House Features include:• fully furnished 3 bedroom home• large lounge with log burner fire and heat pump• kitchen with oven and fridge• accommodation for up to 8 people• fully self contained• TV and dvd player• Wireless broadband internet

Chalet features include:• a total of 5 chalets sleeping up to 27• all chalets have kitchenette with cutlery, crockery, jug and toaster• two chalets have en-suite bathrooms• A large central ablution block to service the chalets• Laundry Facilities• Wireless broadband internet

The Clark House

Inside a chalet

The HomesteadCharacter accommodation is what you get when you stay in the homestead. A lovely old wooden 2 level house ideal for small retreats or family gatherings. Built in a serene setting next to stream and forest. This old building was once the Presbyterian Manse for the newly settled Waihola township.

Features include:• large lounge with log burner fire• dining room with attached kitchen• commercial dishwasher; two ovens; large fridge and freezer• accommodation for up to 31 (contained within 5 bedrooms)• fully self contained• TV and dvd player• cutlery and crockery supplied

The Homestead

Tenting and CaravansAs well as accommodation we also have many areas for camping in tents and have 11 caravan power points on site for camper van and caravan stays.

Complimentary ServicesWe want your stay at CYC Waihola to be an enjoyable one so offer the following free of charge:

• laundry facilities • piano• tea and coffee • wireless broadband internet• a gas barbeque • whiteboard and pens• overhead projector

The following services are available with a small cover charge:• data projector and sound • photocopying, printing and facismile

Kayaking

CateringWith prior arrangement we can offer a catered service for your group. From small meals to large gatherings we can create a personalised menu for you and take the worry out of feeding your group.

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fun camp activities

For your groups entertainment and down time we offer the following activities for you:

• Balls and Sports Equipment • Kids Playground• Small Scale Climbing Wall • Portable Camp fire frame• Large playing and activity fields • Assault Course• Team Initiative Course

We can also provide some specialist and adventure activities for your group by prior arrangement:

• Air Rifles • Archery • Flying Fox • Geocaching (see geocaching.com) • GPS activities • Horizontal Bungy• Horse Riding • Kayaks • Mountain Bikes • Mountain Boards • Raft Building • Paint-ball

Outside Activities

We have several Education Outside the Classroom modules that schools and education groups can use. Our current modules available on request include:

• Nature Activities • The Weather• GPS & Orienteering • Camp Crafts• Team Building • Astronomy• Observation Skills

Our staff are trained in program planning and risk management.

All our activities have RAMS forms available plus many more for other activities we run at our own camps.

We also work with the Waihola Yacht Club to offer sailing classes at Lake Waihola during the 1st and 4th terms.

Many schools also utilise the Sinclair Wetlands as a ecological experience whilst at our camp-site.

Education Outside of the Classroom

roasting marshmallows

building a robot

sailing at the lake

Accommodation Rates for 2014 (effective 1 January 2014)

Casual and Family Accommodation Rates

$12.00 per person per night $30.00 per family per night

Non Powered Camp-site$15.00 per person per night $45.00 per family per night

Powered Caravan / Campervan Camp-site

$25.00 per person per night $70.00 per family per night

Clark House and Chalets

Group Accommodation Rates

$15.00 per person per night$10.00 per day visitor

Main Lodge ($400 minimum night charge) ($800 minimum weekend charge (Friday - Sunday inclusive))

$25.00 per person per night$10.00 per day visitor

Clark House ($200 minimum booking charge for Clark House and Chalets)

$12.00 per person per night$ 7.00 per person day visitor

Homestead ($150 minimum night charge) ($300 minimum weekend charge (Friday - Sunday inclusive))

$20.00 per person per night chalet$10.00 per day visitor

Chalets ($200 minimum booking charge)

Activity Rates for 2014 (effective 1 January 2014)

With CYC instructorWith training of group leader

$40.00 per hour $45.00 per training session $40.00 per session+

Air Rifles

}With CYC instructorWith training of group leader

$40.00 per hour $45.00 per training session

Archery

$40.00 per session+}With CYC instructorWith training of group leader

$40.00 per hour $45.00 per training session

Flying Fox

$40.00 per session+}

$90.00 per hourWith CYC instructorHorses

$ 30.00 per day$250.00 per activity (min 2 hours)

GPS Receivers (includes 10x GPS receivers and batteries)Geocaching (includes 10x GPS receivers and instructions)

GPS Activities

$ 20.00 per dayIncludes general instructions for useHorizontal Bungy

Christian Youth Camps (Waihola) Inc.Rapid 70 Finlayson RoadP.O. Box 15061Waihola 9243South Otago

Phone: 03 417-7120Fax: 03 417-7120Email: info@cycwaihola.org.nzWebsite: www.cycwaihola.org.nzFacebook: facebook.com/cycwaihola

Christian Youth Camps (Waihola) Inc. is a member of Christian Camping New Zealand, an audited OSCAR childcare provider, registered with the Charities Commission as a charitable organisation. Our facilities and property are an alcohol and drug free venue, we are also fully smoke free, in accordance with being a youth facility.

• Any schools that make camp bookings in the 2nd & 3rd school terms qualifiy for half price activity session prices.• All rates are subject to change and special group packages can be put together upon application.• Prices correct as of September 2012 but are subject to change

$10.00 per kayak per half dayWith signed rental agreementKayaks (with paddles and life jackets)

$18.00 per person per gameWith CYC instructorPaint-ball

Assault Course, Climbing Wall, Grass Sledges, Kids Playground, Mud Slide, Portable Camp Fire, Team Initiative Course,

Free Activities

$ 5.00 per bike per day$10.00 per day

Mountain BikesMountain Boards

Mountain Bikes and Boards (with helmets)