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Windeyer Scout Camp

πŸ“ Galston, NSW 2159 Β· Managed by Sydney North Scouts

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Windeyer Scout Camp is a Scout and Guide facility in Galston, NSW, accessible exclusively by boat across Still Creek. The camp's most notable feature is its unique water-based access and comprehensive outdoor activity programme, including challenge courses, water activities, and hiking on part of the Great North Walk.

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Scout and Guide groupsOutdoor camping experiencesWater-based activitiesChallenge courses and fitness trainingGroup hiking adventuresNon-profit organisation events

About Windeyer Scout Camp

Access and Getting to Windeyer Scout Camp

Windeyer Scout Camp has a unique access arrangement via boat across Still Creek. Windeyer Scout Camp requires prior booking to obtain the boom-gate code for entry through Crosslands Youth and Convention Centre, located approximately 8 km east of Galston shops. Windeyer Scout Camp has no direct road access to the campground itself, so visitors must be prepared for water-based access. Windeyer Scout Camp's location at 100 Crosslands Road, Galston NSW 2159 serves as the entry point to the Crosslands Youth and Convention Centre, where boat access to the camp commences.

Camping and Accommodation at Windeyer Scout Camp

Windeyer Scout Camp provides well-grassed camping areas with dining tables and benches throughout the site. Windeyer Scout Camp includes a dedicated hut accommodating 24 Cubs with mattresses, plus separate bunk beds for up to 16 leaders and helpers. Windeyer Scout Camp offers solar-powered lighting, dining areas, and a kitchen equipped with two solar-powered refrigerator-freezers and a commercial-style gas stove. Windeyer Scout Camp supplies flush toilets, bush showers, and town water distributed at three points across the facility.

Activities and Recreation at Windeyer Scout Camp

Windeyer Scout Camp offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including a campfire circle, outdoor chapel, and challenge course with mud and water elements. Windeyer Scout Camp features a fitness course, compass courses, swimming, water activities, and canoeing (bring your own canoe). Windeyer Scout Camp provides access to hiking on part of the Great North Walk, offering scenic bushwalking opportunities through natural bushland. Windeyer Scout Camp's activity programme is designed for groups and supports both recreational and educational outdoor experiences.

Booking and Using Windeyer Scout Camp

Windeyer Scout Camp is open exclusively to Scout and Guide groups, as well as community non-profit organisations. Windeyer Scout Camp requires all visitors to book in advance by contacting the booking officer at camp.windeyer@nsw.scouts.com.au or calling (02) 9411 4088 during business hours. Windeyer Scout Camp's booking process includes issuing a boom-gate code necessary for access through Crosslands Youth and Convention Centre. Windeyer Scout Camp operates under Sydney North Scouts management and caters specifically to organised group bookings.

Activities at Windeyer Scout Camp

CampingSwimmingWater activitiesCanoeingChallenge coursesFitness coursesCompass coursesCampfire activitiesHiking on Great North WalkOutdoor chapel activities

Facilities at Windeyer Scout Camp

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πŸ”₯BBQ Facilitiesβœ—
🚻Toilets
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🍽️Picnic Tablesβœ—
πŸƒWalking Paths
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β€’ Camping areas (capacity 90 campers) with well-grassed sites β€’ Indoor hut with mattresses (24 Cubs capacity) and bunk beds (16 leaders/helpers) β€’ Flush toilets β€’ Bush shower β€’ Town water (three distribution points) β€’ Kitchen with two solar-powered refrigerator-freezers and commercial gas stove β€’ Dining tables and benches β€’ Covered cooking shelters β€’ Solar-powered lighting β€’ Campfire circle β€’ Outdoor chapel β€’ Challenge course (mud and water elements) β€’ Fitness course β€’ Compass courses β€’ Swimming facilities β€’ Water activities area β€’ Hiking access to Great North Walk

Visitor tips for Windeyer Scout Camp

  • βœ“Book well in advance by emailing camp.windeyer@nsw.scouts.com.au or calling (02) 9411 4088 during business hours
  • βœ“Plan for boat access across Still Creekβ€”arrive prepared for water-based entry to the campground
  • βœ“Obtain your boom-gate access code during the booking process for entry through Crosslands Youth and Convention Centre
  • βœ“Bring your own canoe if you plan to participate in canoeing activities at the camp
  • βœ“Camp is exclusively for Scout/Guide groups and community non-profit organisationsβ€”not open to general public day visits
  • βœ“Access the Great North Walk directly from camp for extended hiking and bushwalking opportunities

Getting to Windeyer Scout Camp

100 Crosslands Road, Galston NSW 2159, approximately 8 km east of Galston shops. Access is exclusively by boat across Still Creek via Crosslands Youth and Convention Centre. Prior booking required to obtain boom-gate access code. No direct road access to campground.

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Nearby Galston

  • πŸ“Crosslands Youth and Convention Centre
  • πŸ“Crosslands Reserve
  • πŸ“Berowra Creek
  • πŸ“Great North Walk

Frequently asked questions about Windeyer Scout Camp

Is Windeyer Scout Camp in Galston open to the public?

No, Windeyer Scout Camp is not open to the general public. The facility is available exclusively to Scout and Guide groups, plus community non-profit organisations. All use requires prior booking through the camp's booking officer.

What are the opening hours for Windeyer Scout Camp?

Specific opening hours are not publicly listed. Contact the booking officer at camp.windeyer@nsw.scouts.com.au or call (02) 9411 4088 during business hours to confirm availability and arrange group bookings.

What walking tracks are available at Windeyer Scout Camp?

Windeyer Scout Camp provides access to hiking on part of the Great North Walk, offering scenic bushwalking opportunities through natural bushland. The exact track details and difficulty levels can be confirmed when booking with the camp.

Are there toilet facilities at Windeyer Scout Camp?

Yes, Windeyer Scout Camp has flush toilets and bush showers available. The camp also provides town water at three distribution points throughout the facility.

What sports and recreation facilities does Windeyer Scout Camp have?

Windeyer Scout Camp offers a challenge course with mud and water elements, a fitness course, compass courses, swimming, water activities, canoeing, campfire activities, and hiking access to the Great North Walk. These activities support both recreation and outdoor education.

How much parking is available at Windeyer Scout Camp?

Specific parking capacity information is not publicly available. Contact the camp directly at camp.windeyer@nsw.scouts.com.au or (02) 9411 4088 for parking details and any special instructions related to your group booking.