2015 agm report

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2015 agm report

CAMP CLAYTON
ANNUAL REPORT
2015
CHRISTIAN YOUTH CENTRE INC.
1948 - 2015
See, I am doing a new thing!
INDEX
1
2-3
4-6
Mission, Purpose and Core Values
Board President Report
7
Management Team Reports
Group Reflections
8 - 9
Youth Work Report
10 - 11
12
Current and Future Directions / New Map
PEAK Program Report
13
PEAK Intern Profiles
14
Fun Day, Trivia Night, High Tea Fundraisers
15
16 - 17
Volunteer Reflections
Financial Reports
18
Solo Sons Report
19
New Ministries - Boost and Family Camp
20
MAC and Golden Ambassadors Report
21
Volunteer Camp Report
22
Our Board 23
24 - 25
Farewell to leaving Staff and Board, Our Assocation
Our Staff Camp Clayton
PO BOX 3184 Ulverstone, TAS 7315
41 Clayton Rd Ulverstone, TAS 7315
64251893
[email protected]
www.campclayton.org.au
MISSION, PURPOSE AND CORE VALUES
Mission
Core Values
To reach young people for Christ
Our Core Values are a set of guiding principles that are essential
and enduring to Camp Clayton, the organisation. Although
many values are upheld, the following have been selected as
prominent in the operation of Camp Clayton.
Core Purpose
“Camp Clayton exists as a place of Christian testimony and activity
for the purpose of ministering to the spiritual and physical needs
of people, particularly young people, in the context of Biblical
truth, compassion, and duty of care.”
Camp Clayton exists to:
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Develop and run programs for underprivileged, misfortunate,
distressed and needy young people and adults through the
teaching and application of Christian principles.
•
Facilitate the conduct of programs by churches and groups
for people of all ages for the purposes of Christian growth and
development.
•
Provide a safe, healthy and suitable venue for hire by
Independent groups who are prepared to abide by the
conditions set down.
These purposes are achieved by
Biblical Truth
Camp Clayton exists as a place of Christian testimony, upholding
the Word of God, and reflecting the teaching of the recognised
mainstream evangelical churches, with a commitment to the
Statement of Faith.
Faith
Personally and corporately anticipating God’s provision,
recognising that it is God who sustains this site.
Diligence in Service
This is motivated by our Christian faith and commitment as
servants of God.
Integrity
In all our dealings, they will be done with honesty and justice,
upholding the highest ethical, moral and spiritual standards.
Compassion
We seek to be sensitive to needs, and then meet them with Godly
love.
Exhibiting an identifiable Christian lifestyle. Generating funds
to develop, upgrade and maintain the property and facilities.
Adhere to the principles embodied in ‘The Great Commission’
(Matt 28:18-20)
Temporary Community
Where relationships of support, trust, and respect are upheld, in
an environment of acceptance.
Evangelism
We want to be seen to live what we believe, distinct from
the world, as testimony to our faith, and a role model to the
community.
Spiritual Development
The nurture of Christian young people in faith, leadership and
growth, the outreach and ongoing spiritual care of campers.
Isaiah chapter forty three verse nineteen
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the wilderness
and streams in the wasteland.
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BOARD PRESIDENTS REPORT
It is my privilege to give my first Annual Report as President.
Firstly I wish to acknowledge the significant contribution of the
previous President over 13 years.
David Grey has served with insight, compassion, wisdom and the
selfless giving of his time for the betterment of Camp Clayton.
David has shown a real commitment to seek Godly guidance to
which we have a lot to be thankful for.
January saw a new beginning of Camp Claytons Peak Leadership
Program. Four dedicated young people commenced what
we trust will become a well-known and respected 11 month
Internship. Esther, James, Sarah and Zac have put aside this year
to better themselves for God and in the process give a major
contribution to Camp. We were blessed to have Ginny Bryant and
Raiah Hark visit from Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp and assist the
Peak Co-ordinators Alex and Tamara Grey with the first few weeks
of implementing what had taken some years to prepare for. I
would like to thank the Peak Sub-Committee for their servant
hearts, the giving of their time and insight over many meetings
to see this come to pass.
It has been my pleasure to chair the committee and see God
at work – Marilyn Steers, Matt Marshall, Alex and Tamara Grey
(Dwayne Wescombe for the earlier stages). I give God the Glory
for any success that comes about. I would particularly like to
mention the significant contribution of Alex and Tamara, how
they have taken on the Peak co-ordinators role in addition to
their normal commitments. I must say they have risen to the
challenge and have found exceptional support in Matt Marshall.
It’s been challenging of course in its inaugural year but I must
commend the staff in how they have adapted to change, been a
big encouragement and embraced the Internship.
2015 saw the consolidation of our finance structure after a review
in 2014. The booking system venue 360 has been bedded down
and we are seeing this streamline rates & projections. With the
fine tuning for rates to rental groups we will see Camp finances in
a stronger position. I would like to acknowledge the continued
effort of the management team and staff to keep expenses on
budget and in some cases with some lateral thinking, some areas
have been below budget, this is greatly appreciated.
April saw what turned out to be a major fundraising event for the
Peak Internship, the Family Fun Day was held on Anzac Day and
gave an opportunity to open the doors and allow several hundred
people to enjoy Camp Clayton, many whom had not been on our
grounds before. It was very exciting to see the potential of the
site with volunteers and staff buzzing around camp to keep up
with the demand.
A fundraising subcommittee has been established this year to
organise events to raise funds to run Peak, Tamara Grey, Marilyn
Steers, Emma Anderson, Marion Priddle, Andrea Scott, Angela
and Laura Gates have been very creative with their ideas and I
must extend my appreciation for the effort they have shown.
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Volunteers have played a
major role again this year with
many valuable hours being
put into camp, celebrated by
Septembers Volunteer Camp.
(More on this on page 20)
The MAC program continues to grow and proves to be a great
encouragement to the participants. Levina is doing a great job
with running day activities and small group respite camps are
proving popular. The joint Glenhaven/Camp Clayton working
group is actively seeking potential ways to expand the MAC
Program as the National Disability Scheme is rolled out.
The Board has been reviewing the Vision of Camp to ensure its
relevance and provide direction for the immediate future. This is
a process not to be rushed as it is important to be well thought
through and be able to be easily communicated. A site master
plan for the next 5-15 years is also underway which will further
strengthen and build on what has been achieved over many
years.
This year has seen Phillip Jeffrey join the management team,
employed 2 days per week as a business manager after the
departure of Dwayne Wescombe. Phil brings top end accounting
skills to the role with many years of experience and is proving
to be a great asset for camp. Miriam Beswick has filled the role
of senior admin officer to give support to the business manager.
Miriam’s position became possible after Joanne Geard left camp
to pursue other interests. I would like to thank both Dwayne and
Joanne for their contribution to Camp Clayton.
Since last year’s AGM 3 Board members have retired: Graeme
Smith served 1 year, Peter Jopson 8 years and Chris Smith 16
years, that’s collectively 25 years of service to Camp Clayton. I
would like to thank each of them for their input and support.
Graham with his business skills, Peter with his wisdom and
insight and Chris with his lateral thinking ability to challenge
ideas. Each member has made a valuable contribution to the
growth of God’s Kingdom at Camp Clayton. I am thankful for
their positive contribution and it has been a pleasure to work
with them. This gives opportunity for others to join the Board.
If you feel you can make a contribution and have a heart for the
ministry at Camp Clayton, why not put your name forward, it is a
rewarding experience seeing God at work.
On the theme of doing new things, we welcome the safe
arrival of Eliana, a baby girl to Stuart & Melanie Crabtree. Mel
resigned her youth worker position in April. A big thank you to
Ian “Yowie” Anderson as he has stepped up in the youth worker
area in Stu’s absence and Mel leaving to begin a family. Mel
has done a great job guiding this key ministry area of camp.
We are very thankful and wish her well in the important role
of motherhood. Raiah Hark has accepted the youth workers
position and is currently working through the visa process.
Tamara Grey has stepped in to assist as the temporary female
youth worker until the visa application is resolved. Also this year
has seen the safe arrival of Joash, a baby boy to Lucas and Hannah
Scott. Congratulations to Matt Marshall and Kaylia
Cameron on their engagement and late October
wedding.
We are blessed with many new things and change is inevitable.
We can look to our heavenly Father for strength when things
around us are new and changing, I am reminded of
Hebrews 13:8
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.”
I would like to take this opportunity to thank David Grey, Marilyn
Steers, Rose Lanham, Simon Eyles and Andrew Briggs for their
dedicated support around the Board table, may God richly bless
them and their families.
Numbers 6: 23-27
“The Lord bless you and keep you The Lord make his face shine
upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord turn his face toward
you and give you peace.”
We can truly give God the glory for the amazing year we have
had, things don’t always unfold the way we plan but we can be
thankful for the blessings we see revealed at Camp Clayton.
David Gates
Left - Volunteer Camp
Above - Fun Day at Camp Clayton
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MANAGEMENT TEAM REPORTS
Alex Grey
Ministry, Maintenance and Outdoor Education and Recreation
2014/2015 has been a huge year of change and growth for Camp
as an organisation. We have had a number of changes in key staff
and continue to see God leading us forward to reach further for
Him, and make a difference in our community.
I have been continually amazed at the commitment of our staff,
as they adapt and work hard to see Camp flourish through highs
and lows.
This year our incredible Youthwork team saw Melanie Crabtree
leave the team to become a first time mum. Melanie has served
on the team at camp for over 5 years and was crucial to the
great changes in intentional programming and volunteer staff
excellence. We have missed her on the team since April but are
excited to celebrate with Stuart and Melanie with the addition of
their beautiful daughter Eliana.
This year has been an exciting year of refreshing Camp’s
ministries. God has blessed us with significant growth in camper
attendance, development of new camps for this coming calendar
year, and the PEAK Leadership Program with four fantastic young
interns.
With further detail in another specific report, I can say that PEAK
2015 has been a huge blessing to the ministry of Camp. Our
interns have worked very hard around the site on various projects
and are now a core part of the staff team. They run activities,
cater for groups, clean and prepare the site. They are integral to
the day to day running of our campsite. Whilst fulfilling these
roles, they have also been completing their Cert IV in Christian
Ministry and Theology, going on outtrips/adventure challenges,
listening to keynote speakers and running camp programs. They
have all continued to grow in themselves and in God, and have
thoroughly blessed this place.
Excitingly this year we have begun to see the fruits of our labour
and the blessing of God as we have tried to curb the decline in
ministry camper numbers back into growth. It was encouraging
to see at our last Little Tackers camp we had over 60 campers!
(9 in 2014) and our October camps saw early bookings on
the rise, in fact our limit to Junior Girls was due to leader
availability. It was also exciting to run our first adventure
camp in April, this was our largest senior (Gr 9-12) aged
camp in a number of years, and the outdoor program
suited this age group well.
I’m most excited to know that each of our programs have
a genuine intentionality built into everything we do,
our programs to the message that Jesus is our Saviour,
and wants to be a part of each of our lives. It’s the same
message we have been sharing for over 60 years, but it is
even more important today in an ever changing world.
Aerial view of Camp Clayton
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As I hope is evidenced by your presence at the AGM or in a recent
visit to the site, we are continuing to work hard at ensuring our
site is well kept, up to standard and always improving.
Matt has continued to lead this area, though Lucas, Adrian and
PEAK all play their part too.
This year we have seen work done to a number of the staff
residences that were due for improvement. Much of the site
presentation (lawns, painting, etc.) has been handled by the
PEAK Interns. This year has seen us converting Seaview into
accommodation for groups, so that the aging Villa can become
the PEAK lodge, which will have guests moved from our deliveries
area and into the safer and more attractive location of Seaview.
Our Outdoor Education and Recreation has continued with its
high standard, it has been important to continue to improve
and stay current with industry standards, as schools more than
ever are looking for safe, fun, learning environments to bring
their students to. Our PEAK Interns have made a big difference
to facilitating these groups as they have become competent in
running the activities. This year we set built a new activity named,
Gaga ball and have made some exciting plans to add more in the
future as funds become available. Again it’s important we do not
become stagnant into the future as this is a core reason for many
of our groups coming.
God continues to bless, challenge and lead us into the future! It is
paramount we do not forget His hand in this site and His ministry.
I am thankful that we do not journey alone, as He is our reason for
being here and the purpose for why we exist. Praise be to Him.
Alex Grey
Melissa Gregory
Phil Jeffrey
Steve Hext
Ministry, Maintenance and
Outdoor Education and
Recreation
Catering Team Manager
Business Manager
Daily Site Operations Manager
Melissa Gregory
As I ponder on the past twelve months at Camp, I’m reminded of
the verse
Isaiah 43:18-19 – “For I am about to do something new.
See, I have already begun”
So the beginning of the year certainly looked much different
to what it does today. We have welcomed new staff, volunteers
and interns into our team and have enjoyed growing and
learning from each other. We have expanded what we offer to
customers with outside catering and the MAC program. I am very
encouraged by what we will be doing over the next few years.
It’s hard to think that our interns have only been with us for the
past nine months, it feels like they have been part of the team for
years. The kitchen has really appreciated all the hours they have
contributed to working in the kitchen, so a big Thank you goes
to them.
We welcomed a new causal employee, Gina Mahnken who
started in our kitchen at the beginning of this year. We are also
currently looking for a part-time apprentice as Priscilla is reducing
her hours this month. I want to thank each of our kitchen staff for
their hard work and commitment to their role here at CC. Your
work is exceptional.
“Thankyou
for the encouragement
at the last AGM,
[we are] rejoining a team for
working in the kitchen.
We really enjoyed the
time we spent at Camp Clayton.
Great Friendship”
Peter Unwin
Kitchen Volunteer
It has been very encouraging to see new volunteers coming into
our kitchen this year. We have had two school work experience
students, our baking teams in regularly, work for the dole
participants and many others just dropping in to help including
the wonderful guys visiting from Canada. This is a great time to
connect, have some wonderful conversations and encourage
one another.
Outside catering is an area which is growing. We have seen an
increase in bookings for us to provide platter style food to outside
events. We have supplied weddings, afternoon teas, church
events and conventions. This has helped in our quiet period.
What a highlight the MAC cooking program continues to be for
our kitchen staff. Our MAC students love to cook and they love to
eat what they cook. This year we have seen class sizes double to
around 8 participants per class. We focus on basic cooking skills,
encourage everyone to have a go and to have fun. The Kitchen
Staff have really enjoyed teaching the cooking program! It’s very
rewarding to both staff and students. Student feedback is that
this is their favourite thing to do at camp!! And I must say I don’t
think I have ever seen so much food consumed in one meal! The
MAC cooking program is an area that we feel like we are giving
back, bringing hope and joy to people that don’t get to do this
kind of thing at home. One girl said to me in our last class,
“thankyou for letting me cook in your kitchen, I had so much fun”.
One session we did this year, as a staff team was a vision day. We
walked the four corners of our site and dreamed of what these
areas could be in the future. We prayed for the people who came
before us, and for dreams they fulfilled many years ago. We
prayed for our dreams and hopes to be fulfilled. 2015 has been
a year of stretching and strengthening, in Isaiah 54:2 –“enlarge
the place of your tent, stretch our tent curtains wide, do not hold
back; lengthen your cord strengthen your stakes.” We are not
holding back, see I have already begun a new thing!
Can I leave you with a special story about one of our community
volunteers? I had the pleasure to sit with this lady a few months
ago in church, after she took up an invitation by Priscilla to
attend. We must never underestimate the influences we have on
the everyday people around us. This is what Camp Clayton is all
about, bringing people to meet with Jesus one step at a time.
This lady now attends regularly and is serving in our church.
Management Team Reports Continued over the page...
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MANAGEMENT TEAM REPORTS CONT...
Phil Jeffrey
Business Manager
I am still in the early days of this new role but I consider it a great
privilege to have joined an organisation such as Camp Clayton.
The rich heritage of ministry found at Camp Clayton was one of
the primary factors that attracted me to the role. I am happy to
say that this remains the primary focus of the Board, management
team and staff.
During this short time, I have been using the past few months
to build relationships with the Board and management, and
been “learning the ropes”. I truly appreciate the support that
I have received from all parties involved with Camp Clayton.
In particular the management team and staff have made the
transition as seamless as possible.
The new management team structure, introduced in the
previous financial year, has begun to pay dividends with an
improved operating result this financial year. The financial report
found later in this Annual Report has further details of this. The
management structure creates an environment of increased
communication between the different functions and activities
found at camp. Increased communication in any organisation
is always a major advantage. Another benefit of the structural
change is the opportunity for leadership development; this will
provide long term benefit to Camp Clayton and its ministry.
Although compliance is always a headache for ‘not for profit’
entities, the major difficulties faced by organisations such as
ours is increased costs. This does remain a major focus of the
management team, but I can report that the management team
has a real focus on driving revenue at Camp Clayton. Examples of
this are found elsewhere in the Annual Report.
This financial year has seen major changes in the finance and
administration function of Camp Clayton, with the resignation
of Dwayne Wescombe and Joanne Geard. I had the privilege of
working with both of them as a client and always felt that during
these interactions that they operated efficiently and with the best
interest of Camp at heart. Dwayne was also of great assistance
in the first few weeks of my employment. I wish both of them
not only success in to their future careers, but in life and their
Christian walk.
These resignations allowed the Board to completely review the
finance and administration function at Camp. One of the results
of this review was the design of the Business Manager’s role.
Another need identified during this review was the need for high
level administrative support for the management team. Miriam
Beswick was appointed to provide this, only a few weeks before
my employment. It has been a steep learning curve for both of
us! Miriam has been a great addition to the staff at camp. She
has a wonderful desire to learn about, but also improve the
functions of the organisation. I would like to thank Miriam for her
dedication to her role, and her willingness to support me, it has
made my job a lot easier.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Dianne Nash for
the valuable contribution she makes to the Camp Clayton team
each day. Her dedication and quality of performance cannot
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be understated. I appreciate the changes in the Administration
department have created extra work for her and she has been
faithful in ensuring the financial systems are correctly maintained.
I would also like to express my thanks to Tamara Grey for her
work on the Annual Report. The production of Annual Reports,
although needed for compliance purposes, can be thankless
tasks. On behalf of the management team well done!
As I look into the financial and administration practices of Camp
Clayton, and in camp life in general, I am excited by what has
been achieved over the past couple of years and what can be
achieved into the future. It is exciting to be part of God’s great
purposes to reach people with the life changing message of the
Gospel.
Steve Hext
Daily Site Operations Manager
One of my main responsibilities is customer liaison, this involves
taking care of all our customer needs, from the time they make an
enquiry until after they have completed their visit. This includes
making sure all their requirements are met while they visit with
us. I love this part of my job, as it’s a pleasure to help our guests
enjoy all parts of their experience with us, right from the get go.
As a general rule, many of our groups are shrinking in size, which
can be expected due to the lack of jobs and financial stability in
Tasmania at the moment. Despite this, we have been blessed
to see some new groups joining us this year. We particularily
enjoyed a recent stay from Elizabeth College from Hobart. This
lovely music group was on tour and it was a pleasure to have
them.
A large percentage of our groups continue to rebook, which lets
us know that we are doing a great job and customers are satisfied
with our site and their time with us.
One significant change we have made this year is introducing a
new self cater option for Bayside Lodge, This means that can now
hire Bayside Lodge per room to help with sleeping arrangements
and also to relieve some financial burden.For example: a Church
group of 20 people could hire as little as three rooms, thus greatly
reducing their hire cost rather than receiving a per head cost. We
hope this will result in more groups using our site.
Due to staff changes this year I have moved my location to the
front desk of the office to take a more active and hands on role in
the ‘person’ side of camp. That means when you arrive for a visit
or ring I’ll probably be the person who answers the phone or who
greets you as arrive. So make sure you pop in for a visit, I’d love to
show you around our fantastic site!
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank our excellent staff, they
are all an asset to Camp Clayton and are always willing to go the
extra mile. They are an amazing team of people and it’s great to
work with so many people that you can genuinely love and have
a laugh with around the morning tea room.
GROUP REFLECTIONS
Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre
Miss Jaynes’ patchwork
I would like to begin with my liaising with the staff at Camp
Clayton, they are so helpful, kind and considerate towards myself
and all my children that I bring from the Tasmanian Aboriginal
community.
Eleven ladies had the pleasure of spending from Friday, 14
August until Sunday, 16 August 2015 at Camp Clayton for a
weekend of craft and laughter. Returning again this year was an
easy decision, and plans are already afoot for an extended four
day stay next year as the experience was so pleasurable.
In particular Steve Hext, what an absolute champ, he always fits
us in as they have a very tight schedule.The same goes for all the
other staff, always very welcoming.
The facilities are top class and there is heaps to choose from. My
youth/clients love Camp Clayton.
When I tell the children we are going to Camp Clayton for a
session they jump up and down with excitement and have the
biggest smiles as they really enjoy our sessions at Camp Clayton.
I have been a Youth Worker with Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre for
10 years and Camp Clayton is the best facility I have taken the
children to for group sessions.
A one stop shop for children and family entertainment.
Brendan Murray
Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre Youth Worker
No aspect of co-ordinating our stay and requirements were too
much trouble for Steve who greeted me on arrival to confirm
arrangements and to make sure everything met our needs.
The accommodation in Parkdown Chalet gave us ample room for
our individual work spaces and store enough crafting supplies
within easy reach to keep us working away into the early hours
of both Saturday and Sunday mornings! ‘Break-out’ time was
also great with the comfortable lounge and kitchen area close
enough that all the ladies could have a cuppa, have a chat, or
rest their weary hands while still being part of our group. The
bedrooms were large and the ensuites clean, but not much time
was spent there even though a restful nights sleep was had by
all. The location was lovely with some ladies having an early
morning walk on the beach and even playing on the trampoline!
There were ample yummy breakfast choices supplied to our
Chalet which gave us the freedom to start our day whenever
suited us and enjoy a ‘self-paced’ morning to decide when to
craft, when to share, and when to upgrade from our jarmmies!
Having said that though, we were more than happy to make our
way to the dining room to see what magnificent food had been
prepared by the chef, Simon, and we were never disappointed.
He did a fabulous job and I am quite sure we all ate too much
because there was plenty of food and it was too good to leave!
I doubt the dessert plates from Saturday evening even needed
to be washed up after everyone made certain there was no
skerrick of his beautiful deconstructed cheesecake left
behind. Nothing was too much trouble for him and
he kept us well supplied for milk or anything else
for our Chalet as well.
My only disappointment was that I forgot my
camera because the sunset Friday evening
to welcome us was gorgeous! Thankyou to
everyone for providing for us, and looking
after us all so well, looking forward to
seeing you again next year.
Chef Extraordinaire - Simon
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YOUTH WORK REPORT
Over the last year, Camp Clayton’s Youth Work office has made
significant steps toward improving attendance at holiday camps.
By the grace of God, this progress has facilitated Camp Clayton’s
core purpose of ministering to the spiritual needs of young
people in the name of Christ. Increased numbers of children at
holiday camps allows greater opportunities to share the Gospel,
give campers Bibles and connect young people to the Church.
Evidence of this growth has been especially demonstrated this
year through the success of Adventure Camp and Little Tackers
camp, as well as the implementation of an online registration
process.
Adventure Camp ran for the first time in April 2015, despite being
cancelled in April 2014 due to lack of registrations. Low numbers
has been an issue in recent years for holiday camps, particularly
for grade 9-12 campers, the target age group for Adventure Camp.
The decision was made in 2014 to develop ‘Adventure Camp’,
which would offer an alternative experience to regular holiday
camps that provided high-adventure outdoor activities. These
activities were promoted as a novelty for young people in an age
of technological prevalence. Whilst the number of registrations in
2014 did not warrant the camp going ahead, 14 campers enrolled
in 2015, which was considered a viable number. Advertising for
the 2015 camp happened approximately one month earlier
than for the 2014 attempt, allowing more time for young people
and their families to consider and complete their registrations.
Additionally, the 2015 camp was made two days shorter than the
proposed 2014 event, which brought down the cost of the camp,
making it more affordable.
Indicators of Adventure Camp’s success go well beyond the mere
fact that it actually ran for the first time. Christian community,
Biblical truth and personal challenge permeated the camp’s
culture and created opportunities for lasting impacts on the
young people’s lives. Camp staff and volunteers actively sought
to build relationships with the campers that modelled Christ’s
love. Resultantly, campers were able to develop trust and respect
for one another, despite a number of disagreements throughout
the week. On the closing night, each attendee spent at least one
hour handwriting personal messages of encouragement for
the other campers. The camp leaders also utilised the outdoor
settings of camp as platforms for teaching the young people
about God the Creator. Personal testimonies and devotions
were spread throughout the camp and facilitated informal, deep
discussions about Christian living. Outdoor activities, such as
abseiling and hiking also provided challenging experiences for
the campers that pushed their boundaries and encouraged them
to try new things. Consequently, campers had a memorable time
that challenged them physically, socially and spiritually.
“ Camp staff and volunteers actively
sought to build relationships with the
campers that modelled Christ’s love”
Another successful camp was the Little Tackers event, held in the
July school holidays. 61 children registered for this camp, more
than double the previous attendance for any previous Little
Tackers. Increased numbers can be attributed to intentional
promotion initiatives carried out by some of Camp’s ministry
staff. Staff members visited classrooms of various schools around
the North-West coast, handing out catalogues and explaining
what happens at camp. A “Frequently Asked Questions” sheet
was also developed, to address a number of concerns expressed
by teachers and parents about sending children to camp.
Approximately one third of campers indicated that they heard
about camp through school, showing that visiting classrooms
with this information was the most influential method of
advertising. Continued emphasis on developing relationships
with schools will be important for advertising camps in the future.
On behalf
of my husband and I,
we wanted to extend our thanks
to you all for this summers camp that
finished today, our son Ryley has had the
most fantastic time, he is just raving about
it all, the food and activities, is quite
emotional as he bonded with his [cabin leaders]
Zac and Tim in cabin 4, he has never been
away from home for more than one night so
it was fantastic to hear that he felt
supported and was so looked after.
Graeme and Christine Haywood
Eddie enjoying the
Rockwall at Adventure Camp
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Alex Grey
Stuart Crabtree
Iain Anderson
Ministry Manager
Ministry Coordinator
Good promotion of camps is of little value if the camps are
not God-honouring. The Little Tackers program seamlessly
incorporated the studies, thereby creating a camp that constantly
taught children about God. Most games and activities directly
connected to the study content, prompting campers to think
about God throughout the day. Effectively, Biblical teaching was
the focus of the camp, as the majority of activities extended the
children’s thinking about what had been taught. Additionally, 33
children were given Bibles and a number of leaders commented
that their campers learned how to use a Bible during the camp.
Isaiah 55:10-11 says:
communication and payment.
Camp Clayton does not measure its success by counting the
number of children who attend holiday camps. Rather, it seeks to
increase the number of campers so that its true success – faithful
Christian witness and testimony – can be shared as broadly as
possible. God will bless camps with the right number of children
as the staff and volunteers submit to Him. May all of camps’
prosperity be attributed to God.
Stuart Crabtree
As the rain and the snow come down from Heaven, and do
not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud
and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for
the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will
not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and
achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
Camp staff and volunteers at Little Tackers believe they faithfully
taught God’s Word, and therefore rest on the hope that He will
use that Word for the purposes He intended.
Camp Clayton’s desire to reach young people with God’s Word
means they endeavour to make camps as accessible as possible.
The beginning of 2015 saw the implementation of an online
registration process for camps, which also became
available on tablets and smartphones partway
through the year. This has a number of advantages
beyond ‘keeping with the times’. Registrations via
the internet is convenient for parents, facilitates
faster communication and reduces the amount
of time camp staff spend on paperwork.
Correspondence between camp and parents
– such as invoices and confirmation letters
– are automatically generated by the
system, providing an immediate, paperless
means of communication. Some minor
challenges have accompanied this change:
youth work staff are still in the process of
transitioning from a paper-based system
to one fully online; and there are still some
issues with internet registrations that need
to be resolved. Overall however, the ability to
register online should ease the administrative
workload of the youth work team and cater for
the majority of parents’ preferences in relation to
Adventure Camp - Bushwalking
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CURRENT AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS - NEW!
Vision for Camp
Site Master Plan
Over the course of this year the Board have revisited the Vision
and Mission of Camp Clayton. Proverbs 29:18 tells us “Where
there is no vision, the people perish. But he that keeps the law,
happy is he.”
Consideration is being given to a site master plan that will be
finalised once the vision/mission process is reviewed. The master
plan is to include future requirements for activities, buildings and
site improvements.
It is important that the Vision remains relevant and is easy to
communicate. We want to see God’s will continue to unfold on
this site and be a place of Christian testimony and growth for
young and old for many years to come.
Camp Clayton is in a fantastic position with what has been
achieved over many decades. We have a great opportunity to
build on this work.
This process has not concluded yet but has recently been
extended to members of the management team to include their
thoughts to make a contribution to a better final version of the
vision.
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It is important to anticipate what the future needs will be and put
this into a plan to give purpose to what we do and when we do it.
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PEAK LEADERSHIP PROGRAM REPORT
The very first PEAK Leadership program is almost at it’s completion
for this year and has thus far been a huge success! Each Intern
is completely unique and special and brings so many amazing
qualities and skills to the table. We have really enjoyed getting
to know each one and having the chance to sow into their lives.
They are such a blessing to us and to the team at Camp Clayton.
The Interns have been hard at work this year training in all areas
of camp work and are able to operate our on site activities
unsupervised. This greatly assists our staff here at camp
and I know many of the Interns have shared about the great
experiences they have had working along side the groups and
getting to know the campers. They are also able to clean areas
efficiently, prepare and cook food for groups, complete many
administration tasks, maintenaince and site presentation tasks
around the site. This has been incredibly beneficial to camp and
to its staff.
Each Intern completes one week rotation in each work area
(Youthwork and Administration / Maintenance and Activities
/ Kitchen and Hosting / Site Presentation and Cleaning). They
all seem to have enjoyed the different areas and have learnt a
lot about working as a team. Some Interns prefer one area over
another, but they are all learning perserverance in the jobs that
demand more from them and are out of their comfort zones. It’s
great to hear the staff sharing stories about the Interns and how
much they enjoy watching them learn and grow.
They have also almost completed their study with ACOM, a
Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology. Each Intern
spends 1.5 hours each evening after work studying and writing
assignments. This has brought forth many wonderful insights
into their relationship with God and establishing great habits
with their spiritual walk, including regular devotional times and
journaling.
matter how well they plan, more often then not, things change
quickly when they are out, so they have become skilled at ways
to hit the ground running.
Although an unexpected surprise, the PEAK lodge has become
a place of learning new building and renovating skills as they
prepared Seaveiw Lodge to become new accomodation for
Camp. The new PEAK lodge (previously the Villa) will be ready for
the next bunch of PEAK interns in 2016.
The Interns also had the opportunity to Supervise a camp each
this October. it was exciting to see them put many of their new
skills and the things they learned from their year at camp and
also from their ACOM course, into practice, creating meaningful
programs for our junior campers.
As a staff member, it’s been an awesome experience having these
young people around to share our lives with, we love chatting
and laughing with them around the staff room table and enjoying
deep conversations about our creator. Many of the interns take
the opportunity to learn more about our awesome God when
working with our staff, asking plenty of questions.
Each Intern has been a surprise, a delight and such an
encouragement to have at camp this year. We can’t wait to see
where God will take these amazing young people in the future.
They have so much to offer and we know that there are great
things in store for their future.
Alex and Tamara Grey
So far this year, the PEAK team have had the opportunity to go
on 3 retreats, each having a unique enviroment and purpose.
There are still two more scheduled for later this year. Each
retreat allows the interns to discover God in a new way, learn
more about themselves and push their limits physically. All four
have expressed that the retreats are one of the highlights of the
program. Matthew Marshall and Alex Grey love to challenge the
interns while on retreat.
Over the year we have been blessed to learn from over 15 guest
speakers sharing on a range of topics from Personalities, Prayer,
God moments, Apologiectics and many others. This a fantastic
time of learning and sharing together from experienced and
passionate Christians as they come and share their knowledge
with us!
The Interns have also been out and about in our community
throughout the year helping spread God’s love and blessing to
many church and community groups. They have really enjoyed
learning how to be “Adventurously expectant!” in this area, as no
PEAK Snow Day
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PEAK PROFILES
James Kennedy
Zachary Harris
Age: 20
Age: 20
From: Punchbowl Bible Chapel, Launceston (TAS)
Came from: Cardinia Christian Centre (Melbourne)
I have really enjoyed the PEAK program. I have learnt so much
through the studies about spiritual gifts, leadership and about
what God wants me to do. My favourite part has been the regular
speakers on a Wednesday evening. It has been great to hear
from people about really relevant and important topics. I would
definitely recommend this as a good Gap Year experience, or even
after doing a year of Uni like I did! It is hard work, but incredibly
rewarding. I came with a plan to step outside my comfort zone
doing maintenance and manual jobs, as I had not experienced
much of this so far and I feel like I have really grown in this area. I
have enjoyed learning these new skills, but it has definitely been
very challenging for me.
I felt God say that He wanted me to come here when I met
Simon Eyles at the Planet Shakers Conference. I have been really
surprised at how much work has been done to make the program
good - the planning that has gone into all the speakers and
outside stuff. I have enjoyed finding out about all the different
aspects of the Camp.
I am really looking forward to next year - I have learnt so much
here, but now I am looking forward to spending time artistically
and earning some money. Although I don’t know exactly what
my plans are, I feel like I have a better idea of where I’m going,
and where God fits into that.
I have really enjoyed hanging out with kids at the outside
programs at Burnie and around. I have learnt a lot about how
to construct a Youth Ministry Program gaining a lot more
perspective and knowledge on this, which I know will help me
in my future endeavours. The only hard part of the program has
been all the camp food, although it’s good, I can hardly look
at a Roast or a Potato. They make me want to cry a little bit.
Esther Beckedorf
Age: 21
Sarah Hingston
From: Christian Family Centre, Murray Bridge (SA)
Age: 18
From: Devonport Church of Christ, Devonport (TAS)
The PEAK program has been great! I have really enjoyed the
community programs and assistance we have given to other
Churches in the area. Being able to serve others and bless them
has been really special. I have been learning about how to share
Christ with people who have never had any experience or heard
about Him. People from all walks of life. This has been a stretch
sometimes but so worthwhile..
At times I have struggled with the office work and the readings of
our ACOM course. I have enjoyed the content of the course and
have gained a lot of skills. Seeing other people’s point of view and
their perspectives has been good for my faith and relationship
with God.
I have found that I have enjoyed working in the kitchen, or even
the cleaning more than working in admin or in Youth, which will
help me in the future to go in a direction that most suits my skills
and interests. Seeing the camp from all angles has been really
great.
JAMES
DY
KENNE
SARA
H HIN
GSTO
N
Last year I was doing an internship with another campsite in
South Australia when it was suddenly closed. I wanted to stay with
what I know, so I applied here. The planning and preparedness
of Tamara and Alex for the internship program blew my mind.
I expected to just assist and help out, but we have been really
included. Our first day did not include vacuuming which was a
treat, instead we climbed Mt. Roland.
The best thing about the internship has been the outdoor
recreation activities- like sleeping in the snow! The most difficult
has been finding ways to separate work and personal life while
living on site.
Since beginning this internship, I have discovered what it really
means to be a Christian – to have a personal relationship with
God. I am now working through and dealing with my depression
and anxiety issues. My mentor is amazing and has been such a
help to me..
I am not sure what next year holds, but I love Tasmania and I want
to stay!
ZAC HARRIS
ORF
ECKED
RB
ESTHE
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FUNDRAISING EVENTS - NEW!
In an effort to support our PEAK Leadership program, the PEAK planning committee coordinated 3 fundraisers this year.
FUN DAY at Camp Clayton
TRIVIA NIGHT at Camp Clayton
The first was a family FUN DAY held on the 25th of April, 2015. The
response from the community on the day was overwhelming!
Our car-park overflowed, our Kitchen was flat out the entire
afternoon, many people waiting up to an hour in lines for our big
activities and many people who help at camp who arrived were
quickly put to work! The atmosphere was one of excitement and
fun and many families commented on the excellent pricing of the
activities (over half were free!), the quality of the food and were
impressed with our cheerful volunteers and amazing facilities. It
was a hugely successful day.
On the 25th of September, our second fundraiser for the year was
held for all those who love a good bit of trivia.
The FUN DAY Committee (Tamara Grey, Angela Gates, Laura
Gates, Marion Priddle and Emma Anderson) had three goals for
the FUN DAY and we believe that all of three of these goals were
met and perhaps even exceeded!
The event raised over $600 and everyone went home happy!
Some more than others, as the prizes for the evenings winners
were pretty good. First place received a free stay at Bayside, 2nd
place received their choice of a session on the Giant Swing or
High Ropes and third received a chocolate basket. Last place
followed tradition with a lovely wooden spoon, which was won
by our PEAK Intern team. I’m sure they will have the opportunity
to put it to good use in their next Kitchen rotation.
1. We hoped to raise about $5000 when we actually raised
$9210.55!
2. Raise awareness of Camp Clayton and its excellent facilities,
activities and food. So many people commented on their
experience and asked for another FUN DAY soon!
3. Ensure that it was good value for money and family orientated
Comment received “…I just thought you should know how
impressed I was with the well thought out and organised fun day
that was held today. It was the best family fun day I have been to.
My girls enjoyed it immensely. The activities and events targeted
all age groups. The activities were spaced out well which I found
extra helpful for keeping an eye on my young children. …Also
the cost of things was fantastic, it made it affordable for everyone.
Also a big thank you to all the volunteers. They were very helpful,
polite and extremely friendly. So it was definitely a winner in this
household and we will definitely be back if you hold this event
again. Well done to you all and thank you again”
We were also in awe of the weather on the day, the bureau was
forecasting heavy rain for the week leading up to the day, but
the committee set to work praying for sunshine and on the day
of FUN DAY, we awoke to blue skies and not a cloud to be seen! A
flat out miracle! Thank you God!
The FUN DAY committee have already begun work on making
the event even better for next year, please book the 16th of April,
2016 in to your diaries.
Fun Day at Camp Clayton
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Fiona Hingston and Chris Anderson did an amazing job of
putting the evening together. There were 8 rounds in all and the
opportunity to buy answers, all for a good cause!
There were many new faces and the children were able to enjoy
a movie on the big screen or play in the stadium while the adults
enjoyed many a laugh, especially when one of the waitresses
accidentally gave away one of the answers!
Thanks to all who supported this event. We hope to see you next
year!
HIGH TEA at Camp Clayton
The final fundraiser of the year is a High Tea to be held on the
25th of October.
150 people are poised to enjoy a great cup of tea, enjoy some
great games and delight in a full sweet and savory buffet that we
know will definitely hit the spot!
A highlight of the afternoon will definitely be the Amazing Apron
Auction. Many incredibly crafty people have donated a fabulous,
one of a kind apron, to be worn by our wait staff on the day and
then auctioned off to some very lucky people to take home and
enjoy.
The HIGH TEA committee hope to raise $3000 on the day.
VOLUNTEER REFLECTIONS
It has been an absolute privilege to be involved at Camp Clayton
again, almost 14 years since moving out of the Parkdown flat and
finishing my time as Youth Work Co-ordinator. On the outside, so
much has changed since I first attended as a camper in the early
1990s – gone is the Tarzan Swing, Grass Sled, Ben Hur and “learn
to drive” in the Camp Mini! The introduction of the high ropes,
giant swing, bouldering wall, challenge course and The Hollow
have definitely added a “wow” factor! And though some of the
more recent large construction projects occurred during my
time as a staff member (the stadium, dining room and kitchen),
the outdoor environment and overall look of the site is now
extremely impressive.
“...it is so obvious that the inside of
Camp – it’s heart – hasn’t changed at
all. It is still all about the people;
But despite the continued changes and improvements to the
outside, it is so obvious that the inside of Camp – it’s heart – hasn’t
changed at all. It is still all about the people; the staff who work
so tirelessly, the volunteers who love being part of the action,
and the campers who almost always go away changed. It is still
about serving our amazing God and using this place to show
His amazing love to people. I feel incredibly blessed to be just a
small part of the chain of people who have called Camp Clayton
“home”. It makes me smile to think that I got to help introduce
this crazy-wonderful place to Alex, Tamara, Mel, Stuart and Iain
– then much younger versions of themselves – who have blown
me away with their continued passion and commitment.
I now get the joy of introducing my own children to Camp. They
are already working out how many years it is until they can be
a cabin leader (which is quite a few!). I think my 10 year old
daughter summed it up best, as we recently drove along Clayton
Road ready for Volunteer Camp… “Yay! We’re home!”
Jacinta Carswell
the staff who work so tirelessly, the
volunteers who love being part of the
action, and the campers who almost
always go away changed.”
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STATEMENT OF
FINANCIAL
PERFORMANCE
For the Year Ended 30 June 2015
2015
&
For the Year Ended 30 June 2015
2014
INCOME
2015
2014
Cash
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Prepayments
1,196,813
45,715
20,071
57,085
1,128,226
20,173
20,627
55,974
Total current assets
1,319,684
1,225,000
Property, plant and equipment
2,996,927
3,030,918
Total non-current assets
2,996,927
3,030,918
TOTAL ASSETS
4,316,611
4,255,918
Trade and other payables
Employee entitlements
171,646
99,449
134,368
102,981
Total current liabilities
271,095
237,349
Borrowings
634,195
584,574
ASSETS
General site fees
CYC camp fees - youth camps
CYC camp fees - adult camps
Canteen net trading surplus
Fundraising
Livestock net trading surplus
Interest received
Rental income
Operating grants
Other income
1,058,344
31,162
1,339
80
21,898
32,764
38,377
18,965
20,753
990,857
38,141
17,055
1,308
85
16,380
31,660
43,151
12,500
66
Total Income
1,223,682
1,151,203
EXPENSES
Catering
Depreciation
Employee benefits
Staff training and amenities
Administration costs
Interest expense
Maintenance, cleaning and repairs
Motor vehicle expenses
Utilities
CYC camp expenses
Other expenses
FINANCIAL
POSITION
Current assets
Non-current assets
182,008
116,760
673,427
20,170
100,328
21,365
47,527
4,868
69,015
22,852
4,108
193,358
111,653
677,111
15,792
102,437
19,832
47,696
12,211
74,872
15,686
5,349
1,263,158
1,275.997
Total non-current liabilities
634,195
584,574
(39,476)
(124,794)
TOTAL LIABILITIES
905,290
821,923
Childrens Support Fund donations
Special fundraising proceeds
General donations income
General donations expense
2105
(136)
20,606
(6,195)
2,351
3,937
137,835
(12,383)
3,411,321
3,433,995
Net Non-Operating Items
16,516
131,740
Reserves
Accumulated funds
2,146,161
1,265,160
2,146,161
1,287,824
TOTAL EQUITY
3,411,321
3,433,995
Total Expenses
NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
Non-Operating Items
(22,960)
Profit for the year For the Year Ended 30
June 2015 6946
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LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
NET ASSETS
EQUITY
FINANCE REPORT
The CYC Board can report a deficit of $22,960 for the financial year
ended 30 June 2015. This is in comparison to the small surplus
of $6,946 in the 2013/14 financial year. The 2013/14 result was
improved through a significant bequest.
There has been a considerable improvement in the operational
performance of Camp Clayton in the 2014/15 financial year. Camp
finished with an operating deficit of $39,476, compared to the
$124,794 result in the previous year. The greatly improved result
was driven not only through costs savings, but through improved
revenue. My Active Choice, the joint initiative with Glenhaven
Family Care, made a positive contribution to this improved
revenue. The increase by 6.8% in general site fees is, however,
one of the most pleasing results in the increased revenue for this
financial year.
Although expense management will remain a major focus of
the management team during the forthcoming year as we
aim to move Camp Clayton into operating surplus, there will
be considerable focus to drive revenue growth. This revenue
growth will not only be sought through traditional means, such
as general site fees, but through a number of new initiatives that
have been outlined elsewhere in this Annual Report.
The financial review measures mentioned in last year’s Annual
report have been fully implemented within this financial year.
These measures included changes to the accounting systems and
price reviews. This year’s financial results do not reflect the full
financial effect of these measures. These measures will contribute
positively to the Camp Clayton operating performance in the
long term.
Further rolling out of Venue360 was undertaken during the year.
Invoicing for all groups is now undertaken within the Venue360
software.
The Camp Clayton accounting and financial records have received
a positive management from our auditors (Synectic Audit and
Assurance) commending the systems in place. This result can
be attributed to the outstanding and tireless work of Dianne
Nash, who manages the accounting system in a very professional
manner and is without doubt a credit to her skills and dedication.
Dianne would like to thank Michelle Neasey for her training and
guidance in this area.
For over 35 years the Development Fund has been the key
method of financing developments at Camp Clayton, meaning
that commercial borrowings have never been necessary. To be
successful the Fund needs to continue to attract new investments
on an ongoing basis so that various investors can continue to
withdraw their money at short notice when required. With strong
prudential arrangements this Development Fund is operated
carefully and has key monitoring criteria. We are actively
seeking new investors and very competitive interest rates apply
to these investments. We would encourage those who make
use of general bank investment opportunities to consider the
Development Fund as a better alternative that also offers the
significant difference of supporting Christian Ministry.
Camp Clayton also operates a significant provision account
(represented on the Statement of Financial Position), that
holds money set aside for large scale expenses, projects, major
replacements or significant earmarked gifts. In this way cash flow
is managed effectively for larger expenses and the integrity of
donations for specifically marked purposes is maintained. Camp
Clayton, it should be noted, is a Deductible Gift Recipient for
those who wish to make tax effective donations.
Note 1: The following “Statement of Financial Performance” and
“Statement of Financial Position” are both consolidated reports.
Note 2: Full audited financial statements for Christian Youth
Centre Inc (with notes forming part of the financial statements)
are available from the Camp Clayton office at the request of any
Authorised Association representative.
Phillip Jeffrey
“I just thought you should know how impressed I was with the well
thought out and organised fun day that was held today. It was the best
family fun day I have been to. My girls enjoyed it immensely.
The activities and events targeted at all age groups.
Also the cost of things was fantastic,
it made it affordable for everyone.
Also a big thank you to all the volunteers.
They were very helpful, polite and extremely friendly.
We will definitely be back if you hold this event again.
Well done to you all and thank you again”
-A comment from the FUN DAY at Camp Clayton
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SOLO SONS
“These commandments that I give you today are to be on your
hearts. Impress them on your children.
Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along
the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as
symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads.
Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.”
-DEUTERONOMY 6:6-9 (NIV)
This passage is one of my favourite passages and one that has
deeply influenced the way I approach camps, particularly Solo
Sons. It is written after the Israelites have left Egypt and they
received the 10 commandments. God’s desire was that they
would pass down the laws from generation to generation. This
command and desire is still present today in the New Testament
but instead of the commandments we are called to impress
Christ’s love and desire for us upon our children, but also the
children we work with here at camp.
One of our goals for the past few years has been to not only create
camps that provide and emphasise opportunities for manly
activities and father/son time but to also ensure that times are
structured to provide intentional opportunities for conversation.
When structuring these times it is important to ensure that the
campers are kept busy, so they don’t get bored, but are also
doing things where they can converse and discuss.
At Solo Sons in 2014 this goal was achieved well by providing
times of chores in the morning. Essentially seeking to encourage
the boys to take responsibility for the messes they have been
making collectively (even if they didn’t create that actual mess).
This was a great time for our Dads and Big Brothers to have
conversations with the boys as they washed up from breakfast,
cleaned the dining room and completed other chores available.
Two of our major activities at Solo Sons this year also learnt
themselves to this concept of intentional conversation times.
The first was a rafting activity. We took the campers down to the
beach end of Clayton rivulet believing that three of the support
staff had been trapped in a boat up the river slightly. The boys
needed to work with their Big Brothers and Dads to build a few
different rafts in order to rescue us. This was an awesome activity
that allowed the Dad’s to talk and teach the boys some good
skills about knots, rafts and life. It was also able to descend into a
good old fashioned water fight, always a winner for fun!
The second major activity that we had planned for the Saturday
was taking the boys to the Dinosaur Park in Ulverstone to use the
pedal buggies. These buggies are great because in small groups
of 2-6 they are able to work together and ride around the park,
stopping to use the playground or just keep riding and talking to
their Dads.
T-B Bushwalking, Finger Blasters and
Campfire - eating and enjoying the fish
they caught as they listen to the study
leader share
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One of the main ways that these activities were a success however
was because our Dads used these opportunities to share their
faith, to talk about Jesus Christ and God’s love for these boys and
to encourage them in the skills that they had shown throughout
the weekend. We are very blessed in that the team we have
for Solo Sons continue to use the opportunities of the world
around them and their experiences to share who Jesus is to these
campers, and also demonstrate the love of Christ to the campers.
Iain Anderson
BOOST - NEW!
Young girls are repeatedly told by the media, by magazines, by
the world in general that they are not good enough, that their
bodies are simply there to look good and that this is where their
value lays. Whereas God tells us that these girls should be looking
to him to find their value and worth. He tells us that their value is
not in their appearance but in the simple fact that He loves them
and has created them.
Our Goals
The BOOST camp for girls in grade 3-6 aims to catch girls who are
at risk of developing (or may already have) low self esteem, eating
disorders, depression, a lack of confidence, bad body image and
struggle to deal with their emotions or stressful situations.
To be a safe, caring, loving environment that encourages the girls
to be themselves, without the pressure to be something more or
different.
During the weekend camp, the girls will have 5 study times to
share with them God’s image of them, how and why He values
them, understanding emotions, stressful situations and how to
deal with them and learning to love themselves for who God
created them to be.
The activities over the weekend will seek to build confidence,
encourage gifts and skills and provide positive affirmation.
For each camper to feel connected, appreciated for who they are
and confident in who God has created them to be.
To create an atmosphere of honesty and God’s truth, where the
girls can share freely and allow the girls to work through their
mistakes and move on with His forgiveness.
To encourage the girls to love their bodies, to realise they are
strong and capable by providing opportunities for the girls to
participate in Camp Clayton’s onsite activities.
Let’s teach a generation to shine!
The first BOOST camp is set to launch 13th - 15th of November,
2015. Book in online at www.campclayton.org.au/boost.html
FAMILY CAMP - NEW!
Introducing a new member of the Camp Clayton Ministry Camps’
family…Family Camp!
During 2015 we were extremely blessed to have Terry Williams
make time in his busy schedule to come down and share with
us on the topic of making lifelong disciples of Christ. Terry has
been instrumental in forming Here2Stay.org.au and researching
why young people are leaving the Church and God. As he shared
with us his passions it was encouraging to see that Christian
camping is still an important aspect of faith development, and
we provide a key environment for it to happen. One of the things
that Terry pointed out to us was the importance of the family
environment as the primary place of faith community for young
people. Something that we recognise is that there are many
families within the Church who do not know how to input well
in the spiritual lives of their young people. Families are scared
that they will do something wrong and in doing so scare their
children from the Church.
Therefore Camp Clayton has decided to create a new camp to
minister directly to families, to help provide support, education
and practical tips to help families become Christ-centred families.
Our goal for this camp is to help families “turn off and tune in”
to family. We are using Bayside and each family will pay to hire
one cabin for their family. We will do everything else, prepare a
program, cook the food, provide entertainment and speaker(s)
who can provide practical input into families to help them in
undertaking this essential role.
We are super excited about Family camp, and we have a real
feeling that God is leading us to this place of ministering which
stays central to the mission and core purpose of Camp Clayton.
We are seeking to reach young people for Christ, but we
understand that in order to do this effectively we can not do it
alone. We want to take what we can do and build into the lives of
families to equip them to fulfil this mission themselves.
In order for this camp to be a success though, we need your help!
We need you to be sharing about this camp. This is a new camp,
and it is happening in January 2016. This means we need the
word to get out there about this camp. We are primarily targeting
Christian families and so we want to ask you to share about this
with your Churches.
We would also appreciate your prayers as
we prepare for this camp! We are excited,
but also a little apprehensive about
stepping out in faith in this way.
If you are interested in attending
Family camp, registrations are
now open on the website! If
you would like to be involved
somehow or have questions
about it please contact the
Youth Workers on 64251893 or
[email protected]
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MAC
The MAC program continues to be enjoyed by all and Janene,
Kay, Caz and Levina regularly welcome new participants to the
program. The program runs each Monday and Tuesday where
10-12 participants attend for a wide range of activities, both
on and off site. In October, we hope to start a new group on a
Thursday. This group will enjoy the same activities; however their
mornings will focus on developing life skills and will follow with
a practical application. There has also been a request to run the
program for those who are outside the cohort of 15-24 years. If
this goes ahead then that group will meet on Wednesdays.
Not only do we run a program at Camp Clayton, but we also offer
one on one service in various areas such as offering parenting
skills to a young mum with a disability, accompanying a young
person for swimming therapy and outings on a social basis with
others.
This year, we also were able to hold 9 weekend retreats. These
are always very popular with the participants always wanting to
return. These camps are state funded and are for those outside
the cohort of 15-24 years.
The highlight this year was the approval of a $10,000 grant from
the government, from which we purchased 7 trikes, musical
instruments, garden beds, IPads, a television and a Wii Console.
All these have given much pleasure to our participants with the
trikes being extremely popular and they can often be seen riding
around the camp site.
We continue to offer trips off site and we hire the Ulverstone
Community Bus to transport everyone. Our participants love
their outings and it gives them the opportunity to be out in and
be part of the community. We are currently in the process of
applying for a grant so that we are able to purchase our own bus
for future use.
The MAC program doesn’t just offer activities for our participants
to do, but it changes them. From arriving rather shy and at times
reserved, in no time at all have they become more confident in
themselves which allows them to learn and practice new skills.
New friendships are established and the group has become very
caring towards each other. There is often a lot of laughter.
Our biggest compliments come from outside the group. Parents
are always grateful for the opportunities that their child has been
given from the MAC program. Three support workers from other
service providers who bring clients to us have commented that
they would like to work here. The most recent one
wrote ‘I
have been very impressed with seeing
how many of the clients I support
get so much happiness and
contentment from attending
your program. If any
positions arise within your
organisation, I would
greatly appreciate an
interview’.
When we read and hear
that, I think we can say
that we do what we do
well.
One of the MAC participants enjoying a bike ride around camp
GOLDEN AMBASSADORS
The 2015 Golden Ambassadors camp was held on the 1st week
of February. There were approximately 90 seniors in attendance.
The study leader was John Sypkes with the theme being ‘The
Role of Seniors in the Modern World’.
The camp this year celebrated its 30th anniversary. Highlights
were, The Men’s Choir led by Dennis Pitcher, Bus trip to Waratah,
Variety night on the Thursday evening Committee members
Peter and Evie Morse were greatly missed due to Peter’s ill health.
The camp this year was again enjoyed by all who attended with
old friendships being rekindled.
Committee members for 2015 are Graeme and Eileen Sherriff,
Brian and Heather Morse, Peter and Evie Morse, Diane Neasey
and Levina Hext
Brian Morse
Enjoying their Day Trip
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VOLUNTEER CAMP
Volunteer Camp was a hit again this year with over 130 people
attending the weekend or stopping in to catch up. We were
incredibly blessed to have Scott Camac share with us on the topic
of Influence and Remington Martin organised a fantastic worship
band for the weekend.
There were many new faces at this years camp, looking to find out
what is happening at Camp Clayton and ways they can become
involved which was such an encouragement!
A number of the new families that joined us last year have
volunteered to assist us with our holiday camps in 2015 and many
of their children are also becoming regular camp attendees,
showing that this initiative is really having an impact at Camp
Clayton.
The Big Fathers Day breakfast was a real treat this year with a
special Fathers Day treat of freshly brewed coffee by Andrew
Turner. Some showed up just for the Sunday morning breakfast!
Special thanks to a wonderful couple who donated to our
Volunteer Camp this year to help ease the financial costs for
Camp Clayton. What a blessing! We can already see the fruits
of this special camp by our rising volunteer and holiday camp
numbers, so thank you so much for seeing the potential and
importance of this camp and wanting to support it.
If you didn’t make it along this year, book it in your diary for
the next, it’s a great weekend filled with laughter, friendship
and thankfulness for the work God is doing at Camp Clayton
and in the volunteers lives through it’s ministry. And it’s free!
Book it in your diary: 2 - 4 September 2016
Tamara Grey
T- B Andrew Turner making coffee,
Scott Camac sharing,
Golf Ball Challenge and
some girls enjoying the water
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OUR BOARD
David Gates
David Grey
Roseanne Lanham
(President)
(Treasurer)
(Secretary)
Joined The Board in 1999
David joined the Board in 1999, and has served on
the Building Committee to construct the stadium, the
extensive Kitchen and Dining project, the Waratah and
Hellyer Houses and the Parkdown refurbishment. He
owns and operates his own building business.
I consider it a privilege and blessing to serve on
the Camp Clayton Board. I am a member of a number
of other community Boards and serve on the Christian
Education National Board, as well as being a member
of the Romaine Park Christian Centre Leadership team.
I believe I have a sound understanding of governance,
management and strategic planning combined with
a Kingdom view of the CYC ministry. I am a team
player committed to growing and improving how
the leadership teams function and operate. I also have
a strong vision and passion for this ministry which is
underpinned by my commitment and prayer.
I live in Launceston and am married to Rick and
we have four kids; almost all teenagers! I work as a
midwife and love it and choose to work night shift.
We go to Punchbowl Christian Church and have been
involved in Youth and Childrens Ministry there, and I
also enjoy singing in the worship team. I love to travel
and camp and one day hope to be a grey nomad. Rick
and I have been involved at Camp Clayton for quite a
few years and it is great to watch as our kids become a
part of the next generation who have a heart for Camp
and the work here.
David is Chairman of Camp Claytons Peak Internship
Subcommittee. He is the current North West Chairman
of Master Builders Tasmania and is also a member of
State Council ( Board of Management).
Attends: Romaine Park Christian Centre
Attends: Punchbowl Christian Centre
Andrew Briggs
Simon Eyles
Marilyn Steers
(Public Officer)
Simon works at Highfield Industries as workshop
foreman. He is married with 3 children. Simon has
served on The Board since 2008 and is an elder at the
Deloraine Gospel Chapel. He also runs a kids Club and
a boys Youth Group at the Chapel.
Marilyn has worked as a Nurse / Midwife in Burnie for
over 27 years. She has undertaken volunteer work with
Red Cross, World vision, Glenhaven and Camp Clayton,
and has an interest in issues affecting third world
countries, including Global Poverty. She is actively
involved in committees at work and Church. Andrew is an active member of the Deloraine Gospel
Chapel and the Golden Valley Fire Brigade. He is
married to Trish and they have seven children. Andrew
runs a small farming enterprise and operates onsite
vans at the family’s caravan park, Quamby Corner. He
enjoys trail bike riding and camping.
Attends: Deloraine Gospel Hall
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Attends: Deloraine Gospel Hall
STAFF & BOARD FAREWELLS
Dwayne Wescombe
Mel Crabtree
Joanne Geard
Jess Overton
Served for 7 years
Served for 5 years
Served for 7 years
Served for 3.5 years
Peter Morse
Peter Jopson
Chris Smith
Graeme Smith
Served in a Volunteer Capacity
for 8 years
Served on the board
for 8years
Served on the board
for 16 years
Served on the board
for 1 year
OUR ASSOCIATION
Acton Chapel
Margate Christian Church
Riverside Gospel Chapel
Vern Elphinstone
Oldaker Street Christian Centre
Romaine Park Christian Centre
Burnie Gospel Hall
Punchbowl Christian Centre
Marj Weeks
Phillip Weeks
Boat Harbour Bible Chapel
Heather Brough
Jim Wilson
Graeme Young
Leigh Erb
Basil Young
Deloraine Gospel Chapel
Barry Anderson
Andrew Briggs
Simon Eyles
Peter Anderson
Rick Lanham
Roseanne Lanham
Cliff Nightingale
Peter Unwin
Graeme Smith
Gwen Cooper
David Gates
David Grey
Bruce Jubb
Kevin Keep
Michelle Neasey
Marilyn Steers
Russell Steers
Eastside Bible Chapel
Ridgley Bible Chapel
Sheffield Bible Chapel
Charles Hyland
Neville Byard
Clifton Smith
Hope Christian Church
Peter Jopson
Tim Wilson
Darren Cohen
Bill McNab
Allen Murfet
Sam Dyer
Ulverstone Gospel Hall
Alec Campbell
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Phil Jeffrey
Steve Hext
Alex Grey
Melissa Gregory
Management Team
Managment Team
Management Team
Management Team
Business and
Administration Manager
Daily SIte Operations
Manager
Responsible for oversight of the
organisation
Responsible for site bookings and
day to day running operations as
well as hosting groups
Ministry, Maintenance and
Outdoor Education and
Recreation
Stuart Crabtree
Iain Anderson
Tamara Grey
Lucas Scott
Stuart is responsible for Ministry
Coordination including oversight
of Holiday Camps, Ministry Camps,
Camper Follow-up, Leadership
development and Choices
Programs to the Schools.
Iain is responsible for
MinistryCoordination including
oversight of Holiday Camps,
Ministry Camps, Camper Follow-up,
Leadership Development and
Choices Programs to the Schools.
Volunteer Coordinator and
Designer
Assistant Activities
Coordinator
Tamara is responsible for Volunteer
recruitment, graphic design,
advertising and website. She also
assists the Youth Workers.
Assisting with activity
operations, training and
maintenance as well as hosting
groups
Responsible for management of
all catering operations including
staffing, training, food safety
program, menus and ordering.
activities
Responsible for he management of
activity operations,training, safety
and maintenance. He also oversees
all the Ministries and Youth Work
Programs.
maintenance
ministry
management team
OUR STAFF
Matthew Marshall
Bruce Smith
Maintenance & Projects
Maintenance Casual
Responsible for maintenance and
various new site projects as well as
hosting groups.
Responsible for electrical testing
and tagging and miscellaneous
other duties.
See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do yo
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I am making a way in
Judy Van
Tatenhove
Site Presentation
Responsible for overall site
presentation including cleaning
operations and grounds.
Mark Fry
Housekeeping
Housekeeping
Responsible for assisting in regular
room cleaning.
Responsible for assisting in regular
room cleaning.
Priscilla PAGE
Simon Harkness
Maree Knowles
Annette Smith
Gina Mahnken
Chef
Chef
Kitchen Casual
Kitchen Casual
Kitchen Casual
Responsible for catering –
food prep, cleaning, food
service and safety. Priscilla is
also in charge of the day to
day running of the Kitchen.
service and safety.
service and safety.
service and safety.
service and safety.
Miriam Beswick
Dianne Nash
Reception and
Administration
Administration
Responsible for administration and
PA to the Management Team.
Responsible for accounts
management and reception.
farm (voluntary)
administration
kitchen
site presentation
Adrian Price
Bruce Jubb
Farm
Bruce volunteers his time to
manage the cattle on the farm.
ou not perceive it?
n the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.
Isaiah chapter forty three verse nineteen 25
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteering
Prayer
Ministry Camps
The number one method of supporting Camp Clayton is through prayer as
individuals and as Churches. The Camp Clayton Newsletter will keep you
up dated with what’s happening– you might like to use this in a personal
prayer time or maybe use it to lead a corporate prayer time at Church. Whichever way we appreciate and value your prayer.
Can you remember the leaders and supervisors who were around
for you when you were at camp? Can you remember the impact
they had on you and your faith walk? Will you invest in the next
generation?
We are always in need of volunteers to help run our Ministry
Camps. Our Holiday Camps need Mums & Dads, Grandparents,
Aunts & Uncles, Study Leaders, Supervisors, Cabin Leaders and
prayer partners (Solo Sons and BOOST require people to take on
similar functions.) These roles are important to the successful
running of camps, but at the same time provide you with the
opportunity to build into, and have a positive impact, in the lives
of children and young adults.
Unfortunately we have had to reduce the numbers of campers
at some camps over the past couple of years because we had
insufficient adults in these important roles. We would love to see
these camps full again – can you help? If God is prompting you in
this way then please contact us on the information below.
Kitchens
We can always do with an extra pair of hands in the kitchen. This
helps us keep expenses down so that we have more to sow back
into ministry. Working in the kitchen for a weekend is a great
experience and can be a lot of fun. Can you spare a weekend to
help in the kitchen? Would you like to work in the kitchen during
a Holiday Camp? Can you spare a day to help out for a baking
day? If you would like to be involved please contact us on the
information below.
Board
The Camp Clayton Board is always looking for a broader
representation from the Member Assemblies. If you are a
member of one our Association Member Assemblies and feel
God moving you to serve in this way, please contact us on the
information below.
Financial
Investments
You may not be in a position to donate money, but instead may
be happy to place your investment within the Development
Fund at CYC for a competitive interest rate (reviewed six-monthly
against bank rates).
CYC is authorised to hold investments and through this is able
to finance long term capital projects at much better rates than
commercial borrowings. In fact, CYC has never yet made use
of commercial borrowings because investments have been so
strong. There is still a strong need to attract new investments on
an ongoing basis to allow this process to work effectively. Could
you prayerfully consider this? Brochures are available on request. Please contact us on the information below.
Children’s Support Fund
Were you financially helped by coming to a camp? How about
giving that opportunity to another young person? This fund is to
assist disadvantaged children in our community to attend holiday
camps. This is an ongoing fund that needs financial contributions. It is possible to have automatic monthly contributions from
your credit card or maybe you would prefer to make a one-off
donation. Please contact us on the information below.
Bequests
Remember Camp Clayton when you are planning your will to ensure
that what you believe in, and maybe what you have invested a lot
of your time and resources in, will live on for future generations. Please contact us on the information below.
General Volunteering
Donations
Maybe you just want to get involved at Camp Clayton but don’t
know where you might fit it. Please contact us on the information
below and we can organise a time to sit down and see where
your skills and abilities can best be utilised. There are wide and
varied opportunities so we’re confident there is somewhere you
would be of great benefit to Camp Clayton and the work that God
is doing here. Sometimes God blesses us with extra money and then leads us
to sow into His work somewhere. Maybe you are in that position
and God is leading you to sow into His work at Camp Clayton. If you are in this blessed position please contact us on the
information below.
Become a Volunteer Financial Support
Tamara Grey
[email protected]
64251893
Phillip Jeffrey
[email protected]
64251893

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