Abyss Camps and Expeditions

BaptistCare delivers Abyss camps and expeditions as The Rite Journey’s preferred South Australian partner.

These experiences guide students to step beyond their comfort zones, build resilience and reflect on who they are becoming. Each camp and expedition combines physical challenge with guided reflection, supporting students as they take meaningful steps toward young adulthood.

Abyss Camps and Expeditions

Abyss experiences support students to move beyond comfort, build resilience and reflect on who they are becoming.

Each journey balances physical challenge with structured reflection, providing purposeful time to consider identity, strengths and the steps toward young adulthood. Activities are designed to foster trust, teamwork and a deeper sense of personal capability.

SA preferred partner

BaptistCare is The Rite Journey’s preferred partner for delivering Abyss camps and expeditions in South Australia. 

Our camps and expeditions extend the learning and reflection begun in the classroom to support young people through a meaningful transition. Facilitators guide students to explore identity, responsibility and personal agency in a supportive outdoor environment that reinforces The Rite Journey’s core themes.

Our approach

Programs are planned collaboratively with schools to align with pastoral care, wellbeing and learning goals.

BaptistCare manages all logistics, safety and operational requirements, enabling teachers to remain present and connected with their cohort. The environment is intentionally chosen to grow courage, shared responsibility and meaningful personal insight.

Who it is for

Designed for students undertaking The Rite Journey, our camps and expeditions are for public, independent and faith-based schools.

They are particularly valuable for cohorts seeking to strengthen group identity, relational trust and a shared sense of purpose during this key stage of adolescent development.

Format

Schools can choose site-based camps or journey-style expeditions.

Both formats include challenge activities, teamwork and guided reflection to deepen personal awareness. Solo time is used to support quiet consideration before rejoining the group with renewed perspective and clarity.

Locations

Camps and expeditons take place at Mylor Adventure Camp, Wirraway Homestead or selected bushland, coastal or wilderness settings.

Each location is chosen to create space for challenge, reflection and connection with nature, providing the right balance of support and stretch for student progression.

Logistics and planning

BaptistCare coordinates equipment, meals, transport planning and safety frameworks.

Teachers receive clear guidance before, during and after the journey to provide consistent support and ensure minimal administrative load. This supports schools to participate with confidence and clarity.

Facilitation and safety

Camps and expeditions are delivered by facilitators experienced in youth development and outdoor leadership, supported by BaptistCare’s established safety and operational systems.

Students are encouraged to stretch themselves at a manageable pace, facing challenge with guidance and care at every stage.

Outcomes

Students return with increased resilience, confidence and self-awareness.

Shared experiences strengthen relationships with peers and teachers, fostering a cohesive and connected cohort. Abyss camps and expeditions support young people to step forward with a clearer sense of identity and responsibility as they move into young adulthood.

  • BaptistCare has worked with our school to craft creative and challenging wilderness camps for a number of years. They always bring a wonderful blend of professionalism and a personal touch that engages with our unique needs and are a pleasure to work with. Our students have loved the camps and experiences they have designed and facilitated for us.
    Nigel Eaton, Emmaus Christian College

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Acknowledgement of Country

Baptist Care SA acknowledges we work on the lands of the Kaurna, Peramangk and Boandik people. We respect the ongoing skilful custodianship of lands, skies and waters and the continuous deep cultural connection with Country. We pay respect to Elders and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from all Countries, Nations and Mobs.

Ngadlu tampinthi Kaurna miyurna yaitya yarta-mathanya Wama. Tarntanyaku, ngadluku piipawarpulayi kuu Kaurna yartangka tikanthi.

(We acknowledge the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains as the traditional owners of the land on which our office sits.)

Ngathu putama nhu mraat, mraat Boandikat wulnuwitjara Berrinat ba mraatat mingru Berrin (I recognise this country (is) the country of the Boandik, the custodians of Mt Gambier and the country around Mt Gambier.)