The Island

As Educational Camping specialists CYC Ltd operate 10 ACA & NARTA Accredited individual school camping venues at 5 different locations through-out coastal & regional Victoria.

CYC The Island is a fully accredited 200 bed coastal facility, set in the heart of the picturesque township of Cowes, within strolling distance of safe sandy beaches, and only a short drive to Phillip Island's world-renowned tourist attractions.

Facilities & Catering

Established as an all-season, schools camp, conference & retreat centre, ‘The Island’ comprises two individual venues, within the one complex. Both venues enjoy en-suited guests rooms, as well as their own air-conditioned dining, function, meeting, and recreation areas, removing the need to share ensuring privacy, comfort and exclusive availability.

Full Catering, including special diets is normally provided. Small Self – Catering groups enjoy a well – equipped modern kitchen, dining and function facilities. Disabled access to all.

Communication Equipment

Wireless Broadband , mobile phone coverage, plus multiples of - Whiteboards, Data Projectors, Projection Screens, DVD players, TV’s, Podiums, Voice PA Equipment. Photo-Copying service.

Programming & Teacher Resources

Pre-camp program co-ordination, professional activity facilitator options, and a comprehensive range of onsite activities ensure a well balanced & safe program overall. Full Risk Assessments & comprehensive VELs material is down-loadable for all activities - http://theisland.cyc.org.au & http://vels.com.au

Onsite Activities include:

• Giant Swing
• Low Ropes
• Climbing Wall
• Abseiling
• Basketball stadium (full sized)
• Flying Fox
• Heated Pool
• Archery
• Initiative course
• Mountain Bike/Bike Ed
• Indoor Tennis
• Trampolines
  

Off-Site Activities:

• Beach (600m)
• Koala's- Penguins – Seals
• Major tourist attractions

Nearby Services:

• Shops
• Doctor
• Ambulance
• Hospital
• Fire Brigade
• Police