When is it happening?

The camp will commence on Sunday 4th July [4.00pm registration] and conclude with an evening concert on Friday 9th July.

What will it be?

A great time for youth of our territory to get together

• Evening activities
• Creative Arts Streams
• Special electives
• Worship and Bible Study
• Time to just 'chill' out

Opportunity to learn more about God, yourself and each other

• Time to share
• Time to reflect
• Time to be challenged

Creative Arts will be a focus

• Brass
• Contemporary
• Dance
• Drama
• Visual Design
• Vocal

Where is it happening?

Rutherford Park Country Retreat 290 Kangaroo Hills Road, Blampied, Victoria. [10 minutes from Daylesford].

Who can come?

Youth aged 15 [Year 9] to 30.

What is the cost?

$220 will cover all meals, accommodation and any transport needed during the camp.
$195 Early Bird Fee [by Friday 28th May].

Financial Assistance

Some funding is available to assist with the cost of interstate travel.
Application for this assistance is through your Divisional Youth Secretary.

When can I register?

Now! Places will be limited so be quick! Registrations close June 18.
Click here to download the registration form.

Programme Information

Stream One

Band
A variety of exciting music will be used to challenge players both technically and musically. Worship in, and through music will be a strong emphasis for the week's activity. Woodwind as well as brass and percussion and players will be included.

Gospel Choir
If you enjoy singing praise to God then the Gospel Choir will give you an opportunity to do just that. Four part singing in a variety of styles; music that will speak to your heart, mind and soul.

Timbrels
The excitement and thrill of this unique salvo expression will be developed with particular focus on the creative ways in which we can give praise to God.

Drama
Do you have a flare for the dramatic? Ever wanted to tell a great story? Then the Drama Elective is for you!! We will be covering everything from improvisation, storytelling & basic scriptwriting to dramatic evangelism. Want to know more? Then sign up NOW for drama.

Songwriting
Melody, harmony, riffs and motives, chord rhythm, song structure, verses, bridges, choruses... You hear all of these everyday - they're a part of every song. We're going to deconstruct several popular songs to find out what makes them good, and then you will use those building blocks to make your own songs. We'll break down the differences between a verse, chorus and bridge, both musically and lyrically. Finally, we'll talk about techniques and strategies that are unique to worship songwriting and try to pen a song for congregational singing.

Visual Design
Something new at camp this year! This stream elective will be responsible for designing, creating and delivering the 'Daily Bread' to delegates each morning. Designing layout, taking photos, writing articles, interviews and providing all the 'goss' will be your job.

Production 1 - sound
In the Audio Stream we'll take a simple easy to understand walk through all things audio from mixers to speakers and everything in between and remove the myth about how to properly operate them.
Significant hands on time spent with the latest equipment and then you’ll get to experiment in a live setting working with some of the musicians on the camp.
The focus is on usable hands on skills and experiences you can take away with you and apply wherever you go.
Simple and enjoyable you’ll get to work with a wide range of equipment including an audio system worth over $60,000 and learn how often simple system adjustments can solve much larger problems.

Stream Two

Dance
Dance at this year's camp will see you dancing hip-hop and other styles to a variety of music. We'll challenge ourselves to use our bodies in worship, and have fun in the process.

Contemporary Band
The contemporary band will involve hands-on practical training for members of worship teams. We'll discuss the difference in mindset of a servant versus a performer. Then, in a participatory live band setting, we'll learn

• Methods for worship team rehearsal
• Song selection
• Transitioning between songs
• An overview of the role of each instrument/vocal.

Film Making
The filmmaking elective allows delegates to experience film production and learn how film can be used to impact culture. Delegates will form the cast and crew of a film piece, learning about acting for camera, direction and cinematography.

Vocal Ensemble
Vocal Ensemble will not only include performance but also an insight into the skills required to direct your own group in your corps. The issues of conducting, repertoire choice and rehearsal techniques are just some of the topics, which will be covered.

Big Band
The Big Band will get into some really cool Christian music charts written by some of today’s leading writers.

Production 2 - lighting
In the Lighting Stream we begin with the basics and move through to the latest moving effects lights and LED technology.
All the things you'd expect to find at the big concerts and events plus more are covered and you’ll get to apply these as the camp progresses and see the difference you make.

Electives

Membership
Here is the chance to learn about and discuss membership of the Salvation Army. Why? Why not? This is the opportunity to explore the issues for you.

Counselling
When you are given this opportunity what do you say? How do you say it? This elective will discuss the issue and hopefully equip you for this important task.

Creativity with Kids - Tracey Davies
Building on the basics from last years elective this session will help us to explore how kids can engage with God and the scriptures through creative means....music, dance & movement, painting, photography and visual arts. Come prepared to engage and interact with all these mediums, have fun and be challenged how by God how you can make a difference in the life of a young person.

Songwriting 101 – Phil Laeger
You hear it in your head and feel it in your heart – here’s how to get it down for others to join in. This elective will walk you through writing a song for congregational use.

Justice
Do you want to make a real difference? Consider social justice as a lifestyle and not just a protest. This elective will really get you thinking.

Culture
Culture - how does our faith relate to the world around us?
Be prepared to think deep thoughts as we explore what it means to be in the world but not of it.

Community Spirit
What's happening in your community? How can you make an impact in your local community and connect with those in that community? A great opportunity to discuss these issues and ways in which you can make a difference

Discipleship
What influence do you have amongst the young people at your corps and community? Is there opportunity for you to be an influence in their faith journey? This elective will discuss the issues and consider the tools, which would be helpful in your role in discipling others.