Adventures in Shakespear Regional Park: Year 5 and 6 Girls’ Camp

On20 February, an excited group of Year 6 students made their way to Shakespear Regional Park in Whangaparaoa to experience all that a school camp has to offer. The girls were ready to engage with the numerous land- and water-based activities designed to challenge their resilience, build their confidence, and develop their cooperation skills.

On arrival, they saw many familiar sites, having spent two nights at the same camp in Year 5. After moving into their bunks and setting up their new homes, the girls pulled off with an ocean swim! They then headed to the highest point of the park and were spoilt with an envious view.

The many activities on offer packed the next two days to the brim. From safe boating skills to air rifle shooting and rock climbing, smiles on faces spoke loudly of girls realising their capabilities and taking up any challenge head-on.

By mid week, the campsite became a lot busier with the arrival of their Year 5 friends. The Year 5s quickly made themselves at home, lunching in the park and having a swim. With the younger girls moving into the cabins, our Year 6 cohort faced a new challenge – spending the night in a tent. Armed with only their pillows, sleeping bags and water bottles, it was set to be a night far from the plush comfort of their bedrooms at home.