Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp
Accredited Campsite
Email discoverycamp@ymca.org.au
Website www.camps.ymca.org.au
Location
73-77 Marlin Street, Smiths Beach VIC 3922. Cowes 8 km, Melbourne 133 km. Melway 531 A6 and 527 H8.
Environment
5 ha beach frontage surrounded by state forest.
Accommodation
62. 8 rooms in 2 buildings each accommodating 2-14 people, tents available. Bunks, heating.
Minimum Numbers: Minimum number required. Minimum charge applies. Small groups by arrangement for sole use.
Catering
Full catering is provided. Kitchen facilities available for self catering (May-July).
Accessibility
Checklist available on request. Accessible areas: most building entrances, dining and accommodation, all toilet/shower facilities, most pathways are wide and firm, all pathways are manageable for wheelchairs, some activities
Attractions
Nature parks, Bass Coast Rail Walk, penguins, Wetland Reserve, Amaze-N-Things, Koala Reserve, wineries, Rhyll fishing park.
Facilities
Indoor Facilities: Dining room, recreation room, open fire, table tennis, TV, DVD, OHP, screen, laundry, drying facilities, public telephone.
Outdoor Facilities: BBQ, undercover areas, campfire area, bicycles, beach swimming, fishing, oval, volleyball, orienteering, archery, initiative activities, snorkelling, surfing.
Other Information
Program staff available. Resident manager. Commercial activity providers available for hire in the area for sea kayaking. Transport can be arranged to and from the campsite and nearby venues. Staff have experience in working with people with disabilities.
Bookings/Information
CONTACT: Greg Phillips ADDRESS: PO Box 104, Cowes VIC 3922 PH: 03 5952 2467 FAX: 03 5952 5778