Life Changing Getaways

Flying Fox programs offer a range of fun-filled experiences and connection in a warm, safe and supportive environment.

Our Camps

The Flying Fox journey starts here! Our Campers and Buddies come together for a 3 night sleep-away camp in country Victoria.

Every camp is unique but they are all filled with so many fun internal and external activities like rollerblading, swimming, dancing, arts & crafts and making new friends throughout it all! Each camp hosts a number of Campers who are individually supported by 2 trained, passionate and energetic volunteers (also known as our Buddies!)

We also have a range of professional support staff, such as a medic team, night staff and staff members of Flying Fox present on camp.

Camp are our 4 day, 3 night getaways which we host throughout the year during school holidays.

Camp Wings is run throughout the year, catering to junior, teen, and senior age groups.

Camp Sababa is held in December and features Kosher catering and offers both junior and senior camps.

"Abbey’s confidence and happiness has improved significantly since being part of the Flying Fox family, she is always talking about the fun experiences at camp and how much fun she has with her Buddies and other Campers! Thank you"

“We love everything you guys do for our daughter! We drop her off and we don’t worry at all because we know she’ll be very well looked after and your main goal is for her to have the most fun ever! Her Flying Fox camp experiences are the highlights of her year and have very much become part of her identity. She has a youth group community to call her own just like any other kid her age! Thank you!”

"My daughter has been attending camps with Flying Fox since the very first camp in 2014. She has loved every camp and enjoys the company of all the amazing Buddies."

“Flying Fox Shortz weekends give our son the chance to make friends and socialise in a safe and relaxed environment. And he loves it!”

“Flying Fox programs provide an incomparable experience. As a first time Buddy, it is safe to say that I will be returning to continue my Flying Fox journey!”

"Charlie's journey with Flying Fox is life-changing! Supported and encouraged, Charlie is able to explore his abilities, embracing unique opportunities that help fuel his independence and confidence."

“Every moment on camp was a success for my son. He was given caring Buddies who made him feel confident to try new things – and everything he tried was greeted with cheers.”

"Being a Buddy on camp was not only the most rewarding experience of my life so far but a profound learning experience for myself as well as for the people around me. You can never take for granted the small things in your everyday life after being involved in Flying Fox."

"Aiden's recent experience at Shortz was nothing short of perfect. Huge shout out to Abby who took on his complex medical needs like an absolute champion. Thank you both Liad and Abby - the love and passion you showed towards Aiden fills me with hope for the future - knowing there are people like yourselves doing this work for special kids like Aidey is so reassuring. You are superheroes in my eyes."

What's next?

Once you have been on a Flying Fox camp, that means you have access to even more programs (and more fun!)

Our 2 night getaways are run over the weekend at either of our holiday homes. Both the Lancefield House and Rosebud House are our very own homes that have been set up to host all of our 2 night getaways.

Weekend Getaways

Our weekend getaways (3 days, 2 nights) are for small groups of Campers and Buddies. The crew begin with a road trip to one of our holiday homes in either Lancefield or Rosebud.

Our getaways emulate a weekend away with mates, with a range of activities tailored to your group, such as; relaxing at the local cafe, playing games, singing karaoke, swimming, big cook-ups and reconnecting with your friends.

'Suits' Getaway

Our Suits program is a getaway (3 days, 2 nights) for groups of Campers and Buddies, aged 26+.

This is an opportunity for our older participants to hang out and engage in the Flying Fox fun! Some of our activities might include picnics, bougie dinners out, sip & paints, sailing, nice walks, farmers markets – just hanging out and enjoying time away with friends.

Looking for more social opportunities?

We also host a weekly ‘Hangouts’ for our Campers & Buddies! Head here to learn more about our Hangouts program.