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Volunteer Story - Tim McNeill

“Volunteering for People Outdoors has been an incredibly rewarding experience that has pushed me outside of my comfort zone and has been instrumental in developing my skills.” Read more
Case Study: Nina Grisinski - Parent

“Outdoor recreation has been a significant cog in my daughter’s development” Read more

Q & A with Camper Christian

Christian has been coming along to People Outdoors camps since 2019 and has shared with us some of his favourite things about People Outdoors camps... Read more

Try Something that You Have Never Tried Before at People Outdoors!

Learn about some of the adventure based activities we may participate in whilst at camp. Read more

People Outdoors Volunteer Expression of Interest Form

Are you interested in joining a team of wonderful volunteers to support People Outdoors and our campers? Fill out the form below and one of our team members will be in contact. Read more

People Outdoors Referral Form

If you'd like to join us on a camp please complete the form below. Read more

Thank You Volunteers - A Volunteer Week Wrap Up

Volunteer Week was held over the week of 18-24 May 2020 and to celebrate we hosted a 'Virtual Party' with our volunteers. Read more

Tim's 100 Camp Journey

Read about People Outdoors Volunteer, Tim McNeill, and his journey to volunteering on over 100 camps. Read more

Contact Us

Get in touch with People Outdoors Read more

Camps - More than Canoeing or Ropes Courses

People Outdoors is a branch of the Australian Camps Association (ACA) that was set up some thirty years ago to provide outdoor focused but comfortable camp experiences for people with disabilities. Read more

Why Support People Outdoors?

Your support will help People Outdoors continue to provide important recreational and social programs for people with disabilities. Read more

Equipment Hire

At People Outdoors we have a Hippocampe (Off-Road Wheelchair) available for hire. Read more

Charter of Human Rights & Responsibilities

The Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 is a Victorian law that sets out basic rights, freedoms and responsibilities of all people living in Victoria. Read more

Volunteer Story - Tim McNeill

“Volunteering for People Outdoors has been an incredibly rewarding experience that has pushed me outside of my comfort zone and has been instrumental in developing my skills.” Read more

Case Study: Nina Grisinski - Parent

“Outdoor recreation has been a significant cog in my daughter’s development” Read more

Case Study: Julian's Story

At 30 years of age, my son Julian is a proof of the positive impact outdoor recreation can have on those living with a disability. Read more

Case Studies

Learn more about our campers, their families and the impact People Outdoors makes to their lives. Read more

Volunteer Opportunities

People Outdoors utilises the services of many dedicated Volunteers and staff to ensure that our programs maintain a high standard. Recruitment of Volunteers is a constant and ongoing process. As the number of different programs that we offer increase, so does our need for more Volunteers! Read more

Meet our Team: Simon

Simon is the Accessibility Manager with People Outdoors based in Ballarat. He has been with the Australian Camps Association and People Outdoors since February 2020 and we're grateful to have him as part of the team.
Meet our Team: Melissa

I’m Mel and I am the Manager at People Outdoors, the branch of the ACA providing camps for people living with disability. I began working for People Outdoors in 2017 as a placement student studying a Bachelor of Youth Work...
Meet our Staff: Olivia

Olivia started working at People Outdoors in February 2020. She is an Assistant Camp Coordinator and a great addition to the People Outdoors Team.
Q & A with Camper Christian

Christian has been coming along to People Outdoors camps since 2019 and has shared with us some of his favourite things about People Outdoors camps...

Who is eligible for NDIS funded camps?
Jobs

People Outdoors have an outstanding opportunity for motivated Disability Support Workers to combine their passion for working with people with a disability with their love for the outdoors and adventure activities.
People Outdoors Referral Form

If you'd like to join us on a camp please complete the form below.
About Us - Mission and Vision

People Outdoors, a branch of the Australian Camps Association, was established in 1989 to provide outdoor recreation for people of all ages with physical or intellectual disabilities.
Volunteer Opportunities

People Outdoors utilises the services of many dedicated Volunteers and staff to ensure that our programs maintain a high standard. Recruitment of Volunteers is a constant and ongoing process. As the number of different programs that we offer increase, so does our need for more Volunteers!
Our Program Brochure

People Outdoors run numerous programs throughout the state, varying from day activities through to five-day camps.
What is the cost of the camps and what does it include?
Contact Us

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Are there out of pocket costs?
Case Study: Julian's Story

At 30 years of age, my son Julian is a proof of the positive impact outdoor recreation can have on those living with a disability.

Volunteer Story - Tim McNeill

Case Study: Nina Grisinski - Parent

Q & A with Camper Christian

Try Something that You Have Never Tried Before at People Outdoors!

People Outdoors Volunteer Expression of Interest Form

People Outdoors Referral Form

Thank You Volunteers - A Volunteer Week Wrap Up

Tim's 100 Camp Journey

Contact Us

Camps - More than Canoeing or Ropes Courses

Why Support People Outdoors?

Equipment Hire

Charter of Human Rights & Responsibilities

Volunteer Story - Tim McNeill

Case Study: Nina Grisinski - Parent

Case Study: Julian's Story

Case Studies

Volunteer Opportunities

Jobs

Support us

Volunteer story - Ann Vidler

Volunteer Roles

Why Volunteer

About Us - Mission and Vision

Research Shows - Camps Lead to Better Health Outcomes

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