CRU Camps Winter 2020

Camps

27 winter holiday adventures to choose from!

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winter o Dear CRU® Campers, Another action-packed winter camp season is approaching, with a massive 27 CRU Holiday Camps to choose from!

It’s always a great privilege to see over 1,500 kids and youth have an unforgettable winter holiday with fun and exciting activities, great friends and caring Christian leaders, while having the opportunity to explore the Christian faith.

Don’t miss out on a fantastic holiday this winter - jump online and register for a residential camp (Years 3-12) or a day camp (Years K-6). It’s where you belong!

See you there,

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Take your pick of 27 awesome camp adventures!

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There really is an awesome camp adventure for every interest, just flip though the pages of this brochure and take your pick! Choose from snow boarding, skiing, laser tag, cave exploration, dirt bikes, Aussie adventures, HSC & IB study, sports, performing arts, technology, adrenalin-pumping missions, and so much more!

Phil Rawnsley CRU® Holiday Camps Director

connect WITH US

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@crucamps

www.crucamps.com.au

YOU BELONG ON A CRU® CAMP THIS WINTER

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SNOW CAMPS

STUDY CAMPS ADRENALIN CAMPS

DAY CAMPS CREATIVE CAMPS

ESCAPE CAMPS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

CAMP NAME

SCHOOL YEARS IN 2020

DATES

DURATION (NIGHTS)

PRICE

PAGE

CRU SUPAWEEK DAY CAMP

K-6 CO-ED

MON 6 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

5 DAYS

$205

7

COOL CRU DAY CAMP

K-6 CO-ED

MON 13 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

5 DAYS

$255

7

SUPER CRU DAY CAMP

K-6 CO-ED

MON 13 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

5 DAYS

$255

7

CRU BLAST DAY CAMP

K-6 CO-ED

MON 20 – FRI 24 JUL 2020

5 DAYS

$210

7

COUNTRY BREAKOUT

3-6 CO-ED

MON 29 JUN – FRI 3 JUL 2020

4

$519

12

MOUNTAIN ODYSSEY

3-6 CO-ED

MON 6 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

4

$519

12

WINTER ESCAPE

3-6 CO-ED

MON 13 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

4

$519

12

SNOW MANIA

5-6 CO-ED

SUN 5 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

5

$1,299

10

EASYRIDERS

5-6 CO-ED

MON 13 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

4

$615

14

CRU SPORTS

5-8 CO-ED

MON 6 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

4

$599

14

CRU CREATE

5-8 CO-ED

MON 13 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

4

$519

13

ADRENALIN ACTION

6-8 CO-ED

MON 13 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

4

$519

14

POWDERHOUNDS

7-8 CO-ED

SUN 5 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

5

$1,489

10

DIRT ACTION

7-9 CO-ED

MON 6 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

4

$615

15

VELOCITY

7-11 CO-ED

MON 29 JUN – FRI 3 JUL 2020

4

$549

14

ADRENALIN RUSH

7-11 CO-ED

SUN 6 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

5

$549

15

CROSSTRAIN

7-12 CO-ED

MON 13 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

4

$399

17

CRÜTECH

7-12 CO-ED

SUN 5 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

5

$559

13

SHRED HOTHAM

8-12 CO-ED

SUN 12 – SAT 18 JUL 2020

6

$1,689

11

SHRED THREDBO

9-12 CO-ED

SUN 5 JUL – FRI 10 JUL 2020

5

$1,539

11

YR 11 STUDY SKILLS

11 CO-ED

SUN 12 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

5

$599

18

WINTER STUDY 1

12 CO-ED

SAT 27 JUN – FRI 3 JUL 2020

6

$719

18

WINTER STUDY 2

12 CO-ED

MON 29 JUN – FRI 3 JUL 2020

4

$549

18

WINTER STUDY 3

12 CO-ED

SAT 4 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

6

$719

18

WINTER STUDY 4

12 CO-ED

MON 6 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

4

$549

18

WINTER STUDY 5

12 CO-ED

SUN 5 – FRI 10 JUL 2020

5

$599

18

WINTER STUDY 6

12 CO-ED

SAT 11 – FRI 17 JUL 2020

6

$719

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camper o ADOPT A

“

Everyone on camp was so nice. The leaders are amazing and I felt very welcomed and excited to be on camp. Sailing was my favourite activity on camp - it’s really freeing!

- Grace, camper on Sail Mania

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Grace almost missed out on the opportunity to attend a CRU Holiday Camp. Difficult financial circumstances meant that Grace’s parents almost cancelled her camp registration.

Thankfully, the CRU Camper Sponsorship Fund meant that assistance could be provided to help Grace attend a holiday camp at CRU Lake Mac. The Camper Sponsorship Fund helps minimise camp fees for those families who would love to send their kids to camp but are struggling with illness, hardship, or financial difficulty.

Grace was so grateful for the opportunity to attend camp and shares, “Everyone was so nice. The leaders were amazing and I felt very welcomed and excited to be on camp. Sailing was my favourite

activity on camp - it’s really freeing!” She continues, “I’d be so excited to listen to the talks every morning and I’d always get something out of them. By the end of camp, I’d decided: I wanted to be a Christian.”

Grace’s dad is thankful for how Grace has been impacted by camp and shares, “Grace always has a great time at CRU Camps and makes new friends. She always gets something out of it when she goes on camp. I think it gave her independence when she was younger too.” He knows that without the CRU Camper Sponsorship Fund, Grace may have missed out on these great experiences. He shares, “I was completely thrown by this generosity… we are incredibly grateful.”

You can give a young person, like Grace, the opportunity to experience camp these school holidays. Please give generously: www.cru.edu.au/adoptacamper

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about CAMPS

With 90 years of experience, CRU® Holiday Camps is the largest provider of Christian holiday camps in NSW, welcoming around 4,000 campers a year on over 80 camps.

On a CRU® Camp, your child will:

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Feel safe and cared for Make stacks of new friends Be encouraged by friendly Christian leaders Grow in self confidence Explore the Christian faith Participate in loads of exciting outdoor activities Create unforgettable memories

A sponsorship fund exists to help families send their children on camp. Visit www.crucamps.com.au/sponsorship to apply.

EXCEPTIONAL LEADERS Our dedicated teams of Christian leaders care for campers 24 hours a day. They are trained in child protection procedures, reference-checked and screened in accordance with government legislation. Their love for God and young people makes them brilliant role models. Each camp has a ratio of at least 1 leader to every 5 campers, with at least 2 leaders with First Aid qualifications to ensure that each camper receives an exceptional level of care. Most primary-age camps also have a camp ‘mum’ and ‘dad’ to care for the emotional needs of young campers.

ENCOURAGING ENVIRONMENT

Our nurturing camp environment is one where your child will feel accepted, cared for and encouraged. Through activities, leaders help your child develop teamwork, cooperation and communication skills whilst also challenging them to step out of their comfort zone to achieve new things. Meals, discussion times, and the encouraging camp environment enable campers to leave camp having grown in confidence, character, and social skills. Our camps are alcohol, tobacco and drug-free.

GREAT VALUE

We work hard to offer quality programs at the lowest possible price. This season our early bird camp fees start from just $41 a day for Day Camps. Residential Camps start from $100 per night which includes all activities, meals, accommodation, and 24-hour supervision, plus transport for most activity camps.

Have questions?

Find your answers at crucamps.com.au/faq ABOUT CRU® Page 3

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LAKE MAC Brand new facilities, same great location nestled on the sparkling shores of Lake Macquarie.

OPENING THIS WINTER!

Stunning lakeside setting with water views and a jetty Just over 1 hour north of Hornsby Some CRU Camps provide transport from North Parramatta

Delicious meals to keep hungry tummies satisfied, catering for special diets Brand new, air-conditioned ensuite cabins Classic A-frame cabins are also still in use - check your camp listing to see accommodation details

Be one of the first to experience our BRAND NEW facilities on a CRU Camp this winter! See Study Camps on page 18 and CrossTrain on page 17.

This project is funded by the Australian Government through the Building Better Regions Fund CRU® LAKE MAC Page 5

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DAY CAMP

adventures o Our action-packed CRU® Day Camps will ensure your child makes the most of the opportunity to make new friends and build self-confidence during their school holidays! They’ll enjoy the experience of camp, with the chance to participate in exciting outdoor activities and explore a Christian worldview, whilst still going home to sleep in the comfort of their own beds.

EXCITING ACTIVITIES Laser tag, stick-lets, giant jumping castle, scooter ball, excursions, archery, rock climbing, creative craft, Nerf tag, parachute games, mobile basketball, magic show, BMX bike riding, giant swing, and Christian Discovery with puppet shows, singing and skits.^

CARING COMMUNITY Our caring leaders get alongside your child to make sure they have a great time. The whole camp shares the same morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, as well as lots of activities together, to ensure everyone feels like they belong.

FLEXIBLE TIME The program will start each day at 9am and run until 5pm. Drop-off is from 8am9am and pick-up is from 5pm-6pm with activities and games provided during these times.

AFFORDABLE CARE You don’t have to pay extra for your child to go on an excursion, nor do you have to make lunch each day. Everything is included in the one low price! Also, camper sponsorship is available on application, especially for families with multiple children attending the same camp.

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE! Look at the pictures in each row and circle the odd one out!

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CRU® Supaweek Day Camp

Cool CRU® Day Camp

School Years in 2020: K-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 6 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: St Paul’s Castle Hill, Castle Hill Online price: $205* Directors: Mike Lihou and Emily Jones

School Years in 2020: K-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 13 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: Mosman Preparatory School, Mosman Online price: $255* Director: Bonnie Rootes

Super CRU® Day Camp

CRU® Blast Day Camp

School Years in 2020: K-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 13 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: Macarthur Anglican School, Cobbitty Online price: $255* Director: Mitch Wall & Zane Garratt

School Years in 2020: K-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 20 - Fri 24 July 2020 Site: Richard Johnson Anglican School, Oakhurst Online price: $210* Director: Calum Henderson

“My 10-year-old, Isabelle, absolutely loved her CRU Day Camp experience this week “

and couldn't wait to go everyday. She can't wait to go again next time!

- Vanessa, parent

Register now

crudaycamps.com.au

Special offer: Receive $20 off your camp fee when you book by 25 May 2020**

*Online price refers to the camp cost excluding any special offers or early bird discounts. Add $10 for bookings made via other methods. **The Special Offer discount applies to bookings made by 25 May 2020 for a limited number of confirmed bookings per camp. See website for full terms and conditions. ^Activities are age-appropriate and vary depending on school years and the camp chosen. For more information and for terms and conditions, visit crudaycamps.com.au CRU® DAY CAMPS Page 7

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campers o HEAR FROM THE

96%

of campers made new friends

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99%

said they liked or loved camp

97%

said they want to come back

Statistics source: CRU Camps Camper Feedback, Summer 2020.

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Supaweek is a really fun “camp - I like the leaders,

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fun activities and really delicious food.

- Takara, Year 4, Supaweek Day Camp SEE DAY CAMPS ON PAGE 6

Velocity was an adrenalin“filled camp with fun activities.

My favourite activities were the quad bikes, go karts and the giant swing.

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- Sebastian, Year 7, Velocity SEE ADRENALIN CAMPS ON PAGE 14

Did you know?

To help you secure your place on ski camp, part payment plans are available upon registration. Visit www.crucamps.com.au for more information.

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Carve IT UP

Snow Mania

Powderhounds

School Years in 2020: 5-6 co-ed Dates: Sun 5 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: Bungarra Alpine Centre, Jindabyne Transport: Bus provided with pick-up points from North Parramatta and Queanbeyan Online price: $1,299* This is one week of mega snow action you can’t miss! Whether you’re an experienced skier or snowboarder, or dreaming of seeing snow for the first time, Snow Mania will be a week to remember!

With daily lessons from Thredbo instructors, you’ll sharpen your skills and be prepared to tackle the slopes. In the afternoons, you’ll spend time with new friends and fun leaders as you carve up the powder and warm up with a hot chocolate or two.

The fun will continue with crazy games in the train carriages and the chance to learn about the Creator of the slopes and snow! Register now!

Director: Thomas Groves works as music teacher at Norwest Christian College and is a member of Dural Baptist Church. He’s super keen for another great year on the slopes!

SKIING

SNOWBOARDING

CRAZY GAMES

HOT CHOCOLATE

School Years in 2020: 7-8 co-ed Dates: Sun 5 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: Bungarra Alpine Centre, Jindabyne Transport: Bus provided with pick-up points from North Parramatta and Queanbeyan Online price: $1,489* Grab your beanie and boots as we hit the slopes!

Choose between skiing or snowboarding, learn from the Thredbo pros every morning, then hit the lifts with our leaders for the rest of the day.

Whether you’re joining us for the first time or are a seasoned pro, our instructors will be on hand to help you tune your skills! We’ll play mad snow games and have a massive snowball fight in the arvo, then at night we’ll chill with new friends, hear about the God who made everything, and relax with a movie or a campfire! Book your spot now!

SKIING

SNOWBOARDING

CRAZY GAMES

SNOWBALL FIGHT

Director: See website for the latest details.

MOVIE NIGHT

The only additional items you need to bring are snow clothing and a small amount of money to buy lunch on the bus-travel days.

“

Snow Mania has been amazing.

I made new friends and recommend it to people who ski or who have never tried it.

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- Annabel, Year 6, Snow Mania

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Shred Thredbo School Years in 2020: 9-12 co-ed Dates: Mon 5 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: Bungarra Alpine Centre, Jindabyne Transport: Bus provided with pick-up points from North Parramatta and Queanbeyan (return to Sydney late Friday night) Online price: $1,539* Whether you’re chasing powder down black runs or cruising on beginner slopes, this camp is for you! In the morning, daily lessons from the Thredbo pros will help both skiers and snowboarders tackle the mountain. In the afternoon, choose to keep skiing the slopes with awesome leaders and new friends, or hit up the terrain park, or simply warm up at the café with hot chocolate! In the evenings, we’ll enjoy tasty home-cooked meals, crazy night activities and chats about God’s answers to life’s big questions.

Sign up now and join us for one epic week!

Shred Hotham SKIING

SNOWBOARDING

NIGHT GAMES

HOME COOKING

Directors: Holly & Dave Ramsay have just moved to Albany, WA, where Dave works as a deputy principal and Holly is studying at theological college. They’re excited for a week on the slopes!

School Years in 2020: 8-12 co-ed Dates: Sun 12 - Sat 18 July 2020 Site: Alpine Heights, Mt Hotham, VIC Transport: Bus provided with pick-up points from North Parramatta and Queanbeyan Online price: $1,689* Whether you are new to the snow or a longtime shredder, stay in a chalet at the top of Mt Hotham and have the best ski week of your life!

Ski or board down double black runs, cruise down the gentle summit run or everything in-between.

After morning lessons catered to your ability, hit the slopes, carve up some powder on the terrain parks, enjoy a hot chocolate at the top of the mountain, or just muck around in the snow with new friends. Enjoy late afternoons in the heated pool, hear a talk from the Bible and kick on into the night! Rego now as this camp sells out fast!

SKIING

SNOWBOARDING

HEATED POOL

HOT CHOCOLATE

Director: Jaimie Bailey lives in Wollongong and attends Salt Church. She’s currently completing a teaching degree and loves being outdoors, especially going rock climbing!

The only additional items you need to bring are snow clothing and a small amount of money to buy lunch on the bus-travel days.

Bungarra Alpine Centre Bungarra Alpine Centre is located in the heart of the Snowy Mountains, just 30 minutes from the the ski fields. CRU Camps provides bus transport from North Parramatta and Queanbeyan.

Alpine Heights Nestled at the top of Mt Hotham, Alpine Heights boasts stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges and easy access to the slopes!

CRU Camps provides transport from North Parramatta and Queanbeyan.

Image source: (left) http://www.bungarra.com.au/facilities/ (right) https://www.booking.com/hotel/au/alpine-heights-9.en-gb.html

*Online price refers to the camp cost excluding any special offers or early bird discounts. Add $10 for bookings made via other methods. Cost includes transport, food, accommodation, lift tickets, lessons, ski/board hire, boots & helmet.

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escape o Mountain Odyssey

Country Breakout School Years in 2020: 3-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 29 June - Fri 3 July 2020 Site: CRU Lake Mac, Balcolyn (A-frame cabins) Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $519* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** Pack your flannies and discover the great outdoors with pony rides, country style carnivals and visit the animals at Oakvale Farm! Sharpen your aim at the archery range, go fishing, experience new heights on the rock climbing wall and make animal craft! You’ll also spend time learning about our amazing God who created it all! At night, enjoy a campfire, an optional camp out, exciting night games, a movie night, plus a boot scootin’ bush dance and theme night party!

Director: Kristy Kinene works for CRU Educational Camps and attends St Paul’s Anglican Church, Castle Hill. Kristy and the team can’t wait!

PONY RIDES

ARCHERY

CAMPFIRE

MOVIE NIGHT

THEMED NIGHT

Winter Escape School Years in 2020: 3-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 13 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: CRU Lake Mac, Balcolyn (A-frame cabins) Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $519* Special offer: $40 off for the first 15 bookings** Are you ready for the ultimate winter escape these holidays? Come and experience epic adventures right in the heart of Lake Mac. Get ready to rock-climb your way out of the rising tides and abseil from daring heights, before warding off other scavengers and testing your archery skills. With your new friends, you will explore the beach, hit up the bowling alley and spend some time hearing about the awesome God of the universe. Join us for an epic week!

Director: Tim Wallace works with our CRU Educational Camps team. He and the team are really excited to meet you on this fantastic camp!

ROCK CLIMBING

ABSEILING

ARCHERY

BEACH TIMES

BOWLING

School Years in 2020: 3-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 6 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: Kihilla Retreat & Conference Centre, Lawson Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $519* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings**

CAVE EXPLORATION

Looking for adventure and exploration? With multiple day trips to Jenolan Caves and other incredible places in the Blue Mountains it will be an amazing week of discovery! There will also be great games and fun activities at the picturesque Kihilla House, including putt putt golf, a cozy movie night by the fireplace and our Narnia-themed carnival and dress up night! Get ready to make new friends, have heaps of fun, and most of all learn about the powerful Creator and what Jesus has done for us!

CARNIVAL DAY

SCAVENGER HUNT

MOVIE NIGHT

Director: Iain Aitchison works for CRU Holiday Camps and is mapping out his favourite spots in the mountains to show you. The team is really excited for camp with you!

Register now crucamps.com.au Kihilla Retreat & Conference Centre Built in the 1880s, Kihilla Retreat & Conference Centre is located in the middle of the Blue Mountains and offers wonderful mountain views. CRU Camps provides transport to the site from North Parramatta.

Image source: https://www.kihilla.org.au

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inspired o BE

CRÜTech School Years in 2020: 7-12 co-ed Dates: Sun 5 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: Baden Powell Scout Centre, Pennant Hills Transport: Make your own way Online price: $559* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** Want to up your game with technology? Spend a week dedicated to learning new skills from techsavvy leaders, looking at the Bible and hanging out with friends. Our enthusiastic leaders will teach you tricks with computers you would have never thought of before. From programming to strategy games, this will be an amazing week of fun. Level up your school holidays with this awesome camp – register now!

Director: Lyzzi Donnelly-Coode has been involved in CRU Camps for nearly 10 years, starting out as a staff member in CRU Educational Camps. Lyzzi is now a full-time extrovert, parttime procrastinator, and is a student at Sydney Missionary and Bible College. Lyzzi and the team are really keen for another week of CRÜTech!

CRU® Create TECHNOLOGY

SOUND ENGINEERING

CODING

STRATEGY GAMES

School Years in 2020: 5-8 co-ed Dates: Mon 13 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: Baden Powell Scout Centre, Pennant Hills Transport: Make your own way Online price: $519* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** Spend time each day developing your skills in dancing, singing, and acting. Whether you're already an award winner or just interested in exploring the performing arts, this camp suits all skill levels and our team of tutors will be there to help you grow in skills and confidence!

On the final night, we'll put on a showcase for your friends and family! There'll be other fun activities during the week like trivia, crafts, and a theme night as well as learning about the Creator of creativity and all the amazing things he has made. If that wasn’t enough, this year we’re going to the Capitol Theatre in Sydney for our theatrical excursion to see Frozen: The Musical! Places are limited so book now!

Director: Iain Aitchison works in the CRU Holiday Camps team and has completed a BA of Arts in Drama and English and in Creative & Performing Arts (Honours) from the University of Newcastle.

He attends Restore Church in Castle Hill.

DANCING

SINGING

DRAMA

TRIVIA

FROZEN: THE MUSICAL!

THEMED NIGHT

Did you know?

CRÜTech and CRU Create are eligible for the Creative Kids Program that is run by the NSW Government.

Apply for your Creative Kids voucher and redeem it to get $100 OFF your camp fee! www.crucamps.com/creativekids *Online price refers to the online camp cost excluding any special offers or early bird discounts. Add $10 for bookings made via other methods. **The Special Offer discount applies to bookings made by 25 May 2020 for a limited number of confirmed registrations per camp.

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ADRENALIN

junkies o CRU® Sports School Years in 2020: 5-8 co-ed Dates: Mon 6 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: The Kings School, North Parramatta Transport: Make your own way Online price: $599* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** Get pumped for this epic new sports camp! You won’t want to miss out on this week packed with soccer, touch footy, basketball, tennis, volleyball, badminton, netball and heaps more. Get your game on, learn new skills and build on what you already know! With great facilities, good friends, awesome fun and time to hear about who Jesus is, it’ll be the best way to spend your Winter break.

This will be the ultimate sports camp, so round up a few of your sport obsessed friends and register today!

Director: See website for the latest details.

Velocity TOUCH FOOTY

BASKETBALL

SOCCER

TENNIS

NETBALL

Dirt Action School Years in 2020: 7-9 co-ed Dates: Mon 6 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: Attunga Campsite, Canyonleigh Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $615* Special offer: $40 off for the first 15 bookings* Both first-time riders and self-confessed pros will love this week of dust-kicking dirt bike fun!

Our experienced team will train you to tackle our eight skill graded tracks. We’ll also race down the flying fox, play some Gaga Ball, test our skills with archery and team challenges, plus more! There will be a campfire, an epic theme night, as well as opportunities to learn about God. Bikes and helmets are provided. Height restrictions apply: min. 75cm inner leg length.

Director: Lachlan Bunn loves surfing, woodworking and Thai food and attends St Matt’s, West Pennant Hills. Lachie grew up in West Africa and can't wait to see you on camp!

School Years in 2020: 7-11 co-ed Dates: Mon 29 June - Fri 3 July 2020 Site: Lutanda Toukley, Canton Beach Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $549* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** Experience heart-pumping excitement with quad bikes, go karts, laser tag, the giant swing, archery, sports and so much more on this epic camp! Enjoy the great campsite at Toukley and kick off your winter holidays in the best possible way. Plus, meet a bunch of new friends and hear about the claims of Jesus from an awesome team of caring and friendly leaders. You won’t want to miss out on an amazing week at this action-packed camp! Register now to book your spot today!

Director: Hayley Roberts works in the CRU Educational Camps team, leading on school camps throughout the year. She attends Dural Baptist Church and loves working with young people.

GO KARTS

GIANT SWING

ARCHERY

LASER TAG

SPORTS

Adrenalin Action RIDING

ARCHERY

CAMPFIRE

THEMED NIGHT

TEAM CHALLENGE

School Years in 2020: 6-8 co-ed Dates: Mon 13 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: Glenrock Scout Centre, Whitebridge Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $519* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** Prove your skills in epic team challenges, compete in marshmallow skirmishes and battle it out in laser tag. When the sun goes down, the action continues as you compete in awesome, adrenalin-pumping wide games and chill with new friends over a movie or two. Get ready for an awesome five days of fun with new mates and learning what the Bible says about this world. If you are hungry for some serious action these holidays, you have to register for Adrenalin Action!

MARSHMALLOW SKIRMISH

LASER TAG

WIDE GAMES

MOVIE NIGHT

Directors: Aaron Rootes & Kat Swaisland work fulltime with CRU, running school and Holiday Camps.

They can’t wait for Adrenalin Action 2020!

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Easyriders

Adrenalin Rush School Years in 2020: 7-11 co-ed Dates: Mon 6 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: CRU Lake Mac, Balcolyn (A-frame cabins) Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $549* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** Prepare for an epic week of action-packed, heartpumping fun! Weave through corridors and dive through the cells of a jail, outwit the guards and gain entry to the most exciting indoor and outdoor laser skirmish mission! Scale the rock climbing wall and abseil down the cliff face, test your aim in archery, and duel your opponents in fear-factor competitions and crazy games. Each day, we’ll dive into the Bible and see what it means for us. In the evenings, we’ll enjoy campfires and mystery games. Boredom is not an option - book now!

Director: Nathan Riley works as an outdoor activity instructor and attends Fellowship Baptist Church, Moorebank. This will be his 10th year on Adrenalin Rush! Ben Matthews works for CRU Educational Camps and goes to St Paul's, Carlingford.

LASER TAG

ROCK CLIMBING

ABSEILING

CRAZY GAMES

CAMPFIRE

School Years in 2020: 5-6 co-ed Dates: Mon 13 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: Attunga Campsite, Canyonleigh Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $615* Special offer: $40 off for the first 15 bookings** Rev your engines! Both first-timers and pro motorbike riders will love tearing up the terrain on our specially graded tracks. Our experienced crew of leaders will give you the training you need to manoeuvre your way around the bends and conquer the log jumps! Have heaps of fun creating your own mini golf course, building forts, cooking damper, and enjoying views on the bush walk. We’ll play night games and hear about the God who created the world we live in. Spots are limited!

RIDING

MINI GOLF

COOKING DAMPER

BUSH WALKS

Bikes and helmets are provided. Height restrictions apply: min. 75cm inner leg length.

Director: Jess & Andrew Thorpe and their daughters can’t wait to meet you! They are part of Springwood Anglican Churches and Andrew loves to ride his Yamaha WR450.

Attunga Campsite

Glenrock Scout Camp Glenrock Scout Camp is 20 minutes south of Newcastle, with an oceanfront location and a lagoon at its door. CRU Camps provides transport to the site from North Parramatta.

Attunga Campsite is located in the beautiful southern highlands of NSW, 30 minutes west of Bowral. CRU Camps provides transport to the site from North Parramatta.

Image source: (left) http://org.wildwalks.com/bushwalking-and-hiking-in-nsw/hunter-region/teralba-to-newcastle-via-glenrock-scout-camp.html (right) http://www.attunga.org

*Online price refers to the online camp cost excluding any special offers or early bird discounts. Add $10 for bookings made via other methods. **The Special Offer discount applies to bookings made by 25 May 2020 for a limited number of confirmed registrations per camp.

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GIANT JUMPING CASTLE See Day Camps on pages 6-7

TECHNOLOGY

See inspire camps on page 13

PERFORMING ARTS

See inspire camps on page 13

SNOWBOARDING

See snow camps on pages 10-11

CAVE EXPLORATION

DIRT BIKING

See adrenalin camps on pages 14-15

SPORTS

See escape camps on page 12

See adrenalin camps on pages 14-15

HSC & IB STUDY

CHRISTIAN GROWTH

See study camps on pages 18-19

See CrossTrain on page 17

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training o CrossTrain School Years in 2020: 7-12 co-ed Dates: Mon 13 – Fri 17 July 2020 Site: CRU Lake Mac, Balcolyn (New cabins) Transport: Bus provided from North Parramatta Online price: $399* Special offer: $40 off for the first 10 bookings** CrossTrain is an awesome camp will that help you grow in your faith, encourage you to live for Jesus, and equip you to serve Him at school. Every day, you’ll hear inspiring Bible talks, dig deep into God’s Word, meet awesome friends, and have a whole lot of fun along the way!

This camp has been carefully designed to help you grow in your Christian faith, especially when you return year after year!

CrossTrain

will help you: Love the Bible Know the gospel and share it at school

Be equipped to serve

Value and practise prayerfulness

Visit crucamps.com.au/crosstrain to see the program for 2020!

Speaker: Pat O'Keeffe follows too many sports, buys too many books, and makes too much mess when he cooks at home. Pat is married to Issy and they live in Northbridge where he is an assistant minister at St Mark’s Anglican Church. He's excited for CrossTrain 2020!

Director: Nigel Vaux works in CRU's Schools Ministry team, supporting teachers and chaplains as they run CRU Groups in their schools. Nigel absolutely loves CrossTrain - in fact he's been on it 10 times! He can't wait to meet you at CrossTrain and equip you to live for Jesus at your school.

REGISTER

Love and care for other students

Live godly lives

Stand firm in your faith

today

crucamps.com.au/crosstrain *Online price refers to the camp cost excluding any special offers or early bird discounts. Add $10 for bookings made via other methods. **The Special Offer discount applies to bookings made by 25 May 2020 for a limited number of confirmed bookings per camp.

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Study Skills Year 11 School Years in 2020: 11 co-ed (HSC/IB 2021) Dates: Sun 12 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: CRU Lake Mac, Balcolyn Transport: Make your own way Online price: $599* Director: Annika Williams is a teacher who currently lives in Orange and attends Orange Evangelical Church. She and her team are ready to help you learn awesome study skills that will help you succeed in Year 12!

Winter Study 1

Winter Study 2

School Years in 2020: 12 co-ed Dates: Sat 27 June - Fri 3 July 2020 Site: CRU Galston Gorge, Galston Online price: $719* Transport: Make your own way

School Years in 2020: 12 co-ed Dates: Mon 29 June - Fri 3 July 2020 Site: Lutanda Toukley, Canton Beach Online price: $549* Transport: Make your own way

Directors: Helen Lovell & Lillian Buccholz are sisters and attend Christ Church St Ives! Helen is studying at the University of Sydney. Lillian has a degree in agriculture, business and food science and is working in environmental sustainability.

Director: Ryan Betbeder is studying data science at UNSW and attends St George North Anglican Church. Ryan went on many CRU camps in school and now loves leading and directing!

Winter Study 3

Winter Study 4

School Years in 2020: 12 co-ed Dates: Sat 4 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: CRU Galston Gorge, Galston Online price: $719* Transport: Make your own way

School Years in 2020: 12 co-ed Dates: Mon 6 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: Kiah Ridge Christian Conference Centre, Tahmoor Online price: $549* Transport: Make your own way

Directors: Seb & Jess Lane attend Christ Church Gladesville Anglican Church with their son, Archie. Seb works for CRU Educational Camps and Jess is an occupational therapist.

Directors: Tim & Sarah Wearne have been leading and directing CRU Study Camps for over 10 years. Their two children (aged 3 and 1) ensure life is busy with equal parts fun and chaos. They've recently joined Northmead Anglican Church having moved to the Hills!

Winter Study 5

Winter Study 6

School Years in 2020: 12 co-ed Dates: Sat 5 - Fri 10 July 2020 Site: CRU Lake Mac, Balcolyn Online price: $599* Transport: Make your own way

School Years in 2020: 12 co-ed Dates: Sat 11 - Fri 17 July 2020 Site: CRU Galston Gorge, Galston Online price: $719* Transport: Make your own way

Director: Emmerson Brumby is studying a Bachelor of Arts and Advanced Studies at the University of Sydney and works part time as an academic tutor for HSC students.

Directors: Maree Selvaraj & Sam Wallace both attend Grace City Church in Waterloo. Maree works as a lawyer and also has a degree in medical science and a masters in teaching. Sam is an actor and also runs corporate team building experiences.

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- Jack, Yea

The key to succeeding in your HSC or IB is to study smarter, not harder.

Our tried and tested CRU® Study Strategy will help you maximise your marks!

SUPERVISED STUDY SESSIONS

LEARN EFFECTIVE STUDY SKILLS

Maximise your Year 12 results with 6-9 hours of supervised study every day, learning effective study techniques, optional early morning sessions and one three-hour practice exam session.

Every Study Camp includes a study skills workshop to teach you how to use your time effectively.

SCHEDULED STUDY BREAKS

SUPPORTIVE LEADERS

Scheduled study breaks will help you recharge your mind and stay physically active. Enjoy a variety of sports and relaxing activities, while hanging out with new friends.

Our leaders are Christians who volunteer their time, including teachers, uni students and workers. They are reference checked, up-to-date on child protection procedures, and meet NSW Government Working with Children Check requirements.

PEER LEARNING HUBS We provide a supportive environment for students to enjoy collaborative learning. Students have the opportunity to exchange insights, learn from each other, and strengthen their understanding of different subject curriculums.

FUEL FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY Thought-provoking Christian talks and discussion groups will help you keep life in perspective and look into the claims of Jesus. Healthy meals and tasty treats will energise you to study at your best.

CRU® STUDY CAMPS OFTEN BOOK OUT 6-8 WEEKS BEFORE CAMP STARTS. DON’T MISS OUT – REGISTER TODAY! These Study Camps may satisfy the requirements of The Duke of Edinburgh Gold Residential Project. For more info, visit crucamps.com.au/doe CRU® STUDY CAMPS Page 19

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Across 1. Sliding down a slope of snow on a single, wide board 3. Mobile phones, computers, robots. These are a form of 5. Provides light and warmth, and heat for cooking 6. Involves sitting on a large mammal with solid hoofs and a mane 8. Making musical sounds with the voice 11. A team game involving infrared beams 13. The act of descending a rock face 14. Driving a small motorised vehicle around a race track

Down 1. Gliding down snowy slopes on two feet 2. The activity of going up a rock face 4. Moving one's feet and body rhythmically to music 7. The activity of catching food with scales using a line 9. Creating decorative things by hand 10. An activity involving a two-wheeled motor vehicle used on rough terrain 12. Shooting with a bow and arrow

Answers: Across: 1. Snowboarding 3. Technology 5. Campfire 6. Horse Riding 8. Singing 11. Laser Skirmish 13. Abseiling 14. Go-Karting Down: 1. Skiing 2. Rock Climbing 4. Dancing 7. Fishing 9. Craft 10. Dirt Biking 12. Archery Page 20 CROSSWORD

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Upcoming seasons in 2020/21 are now open for bookings!

BOOK NOW crucamps.com.au

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