Operation Adventure 2026

Get ready for a weekend packed with adventure, challenge and fun!

Operation Adventure is an exciting activity camp for Scouts and Venturer Scouts, bringing together young people from across the region to experience some of Scouting's most popular adventurous activities. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself, learn new skills, or simply have a great weekend with friends, this camp has something for everyone.

Participants will rotate through three major activity bases across the weekend:

• Vertical Activities – Experience the thrill of climbing and abseiling while developing confidence and teamwork.

• Mountain Biking – Hit the trails and build your riding skills on an exciting off-site mountain biking adventure.

• Archery & Orienteering – Test your aim, navigation and problem-solving skills through a combination of archery and outdoor challenge activities.

To maximise activity time, participants will be divided into three groups and rotate through each activity base over the course of the weekend.

On Saturday evening, everyone will come together for a Survival Shelter Challenge, where patrols will work together to construct shelters using natural materials and equipment they have brought along. Participants will even have the option of spending the night in their shelter if they choose!

Catering

The event is fully catered from Friday supper through to Sunday lunch. Participants should eat dinner before arriving on Friday evening or bring their own meal for Friday night.

What to Bring

Participants will need to bring all personal camping equipment, including:

• Tent and sleeping gear

• Warm clothing suitable for winter conditions

• Rain gear

• Water bottle

• Mess kit (plate, bowl, cup and eating utensils)

• Personal toiletries

• Day pack

• Any other personal items required for a weekend camping experience

Event Information

• Open to Scouts and Venturer Scouts

• Maximum of 60 youth participants

• Leaders are encouraged to attend with youth members from their Group or Unit

• Arrival from 4:00pm Friday

• Event concludes at 2:30pm Sunday

Spaces are limited, so register early and join us for an unforgettable weekend of adventure!