What a great week Room 1 and Room 6 had at Camp Bentzon. After an enjoyable overseas voyage we sighted Kawau and were soon being warmly welcomed by Peter and Erin the Camp Managers. We settled ourselves in before setting off on a walk to explore the smelter house in Schoolhouse Cove. Tramping up hills and down we got to our destination ably led by Mr McCracken. After sifting through the rocks on the beach many of us discovered some copper treasure. Back at the camp the fishing rods came out and the wharf was full of swimmers and fisherman.
The food during the week was fantastic- healthy nourishing and tasty.
Over the next few days we sailed, kayaked, built bivouacs, cooked damper, went orienteering and built rafts. We spent many hours fishing with little reward. We walked to the copper mine and went through Mansion House. We tested the burma trail, went spotlighting and carried out the confidence course and fitness trail. On the last night we presented a group item outside under the trees with wekas running around our feet hunting for food.
Thanks to all the parents that helped out in many ways. Thanks to Peter and Erin for their friendly assistance with activities and providing an audience for our concert. Congratulations to all the students who were often challenged to try activities that were out of their comfort zone. We look forward to going back to Camp Bentzon again in the future.
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