From November 1st to 3rd, over 600 Adventurers and their families gathered at the Cataract Activity Centre for the Greater Sydney Conference Adventurer Camporee. Despite the occasional downpour, the spirit of the event stayed true to its theme, A Wonderful Journey, as Adventurers and leaders alike embraced the adventure, rain or shine.
The weekend was packed with exciting activities, engaging awards, and treasured moments with friends. One of the highlights was a delightful petting zoo run by Pastor Daron Pratt, where Adventurers had the chance to interact with a variety of animals, sparking joy and creating lasting memories. Even when some of the older members were tempted to head back to camp for shelter, the young Adventurers were eager to stay and experience every moment prepared for them.
Pastor Andrew Olsen delivered heartfelt messages that resonated deeply with everyone, especially the young attendees. One parent shared, “My kids told me, ‘I understood everything Pastor was saying,’” highlighting the impact of Pastor Andrew’s ability to connect with young hearts in a meaningful way.
As part of this special camporee, each Adventurer received a unique keepsake—a fridge magnet symbolizing their journey with God. The magnet included space for each child to write their name as a way of committing to their walk with God, and it was encouraged that families proudly display these on their fridges. This little memento serves as a reminder that their journey is not only a personal one but also something their whole family can support and cherish together.
In the end, A Wonderful Journey was about more than just the weekend itself; it was a reminder of the most important journey we are all on today—the journey with God. We are grateful to everyone who made this camporee possible, to Pastor Daron Pratt for bringing joy with the petting zoo, and to Pastor Andrew Olsen for his inspiring messages. Thank you to all the Adventurers and their families for bringing such energy and enthusiasm. We look forward to many more adventures together!
