Safety Procedures

Driving to Camp
When driving to camp from the north (driving south) and turning right please pull to the left and wait until it is clear to cross the road. Follow the road until you reach the Forest Lakes entrance sign. If horses are roaming on the road please drive slowly and carefully to avoid harm.
​See more on our Location page. 

Camp Activities
As an organisation that provides challenging experiences for children, we are very aware of our obligations to ensure the utmost safety of all our activities and equipment. We know that as an organiser of your camp, you will be required to meet certain Safety Practice Codes and present these to your Board of Trustees. To assist you in meeting these obligations, a Risk Analysis Management System for each activity and codes of practice for selected activities are available on our Teachers / Organisers resources page. 
​Upon arrival at camp, a safety video is compulsory viewing for those involved in supervising the use of the Waterslide, Mudslide, and Confidence Course. A Camp staff member will further discuss safety equipment for activities when necessary. Instructed activities will begin with a safety briefing and an explanation of rules to ensure the safety of all those participating. 

Instructed Activities
Horse riding, Gladiator and Kayaking are all instructed by camp staff. All of our activity equipment is subject to a regular maintenance program and complies with OSH requirements. All activities are to be offered on a 'challenge by choice' basis. 

Emergency Procedures:
  • Please ensure you bring a comprehensive first aid kit with you to camp
  • Four Forest Lakes staff members have first aid certificates and will be available to be called upon in emergency situations if needed
  • If emergency services are needed an ambulance will come directly to campgrounds

Safety Videos

Some of our activities require all instructors and supervisors to watch 3-5 minute safety videos as below. The "full screen" button is bottom right once you play the video.

Confidence Course


Mud Slide

Water Slide