Casting for Resilience: Burraga Dam Fishing & Camping Weekend

Join us for a weekend of fishing, camping, campfire cooking and great company at beautiful Burraga Dam.

Hosted through the Growth Rooms program, this two-day outdoor experience is designed to bring men together in a relaxed, supportive environment where conversation comes naturally, friendships are built and everyone is welcome.

Whether you're an experienced angler or have never held a fishing rod, this weekend is about getting outdoors, learning new skills, sharing stories and enjoying time around the campfire.

Growth Room participants are welcome to attend and may bring a young person aged 15–17 who has an interest in fishing, camping and outdoor recreation, provided they remain under the supervision of a parent, guardian or responsible adult at all times.

Please RSVP by 23rd June

What's Included

🎣 Recreational fishing at Burraga Dam

🏕️ Overnight camping (optional)

🔥 Campfire cooking demonstrations

🐟 Fish preparation and smoking demonstrations

🌿 Sustainable fishing and environmental education

🤝 Connection with other Growth Room participants

🏆 Friendly fishing and campfire cooking competitions

🎸 Campfire conversations, storytelling and relaxation

Fishing Competition Categories

• Biggest Carp

• Biggest Trout

• Biggest Redfin

• Most Redfin Caught

Campfire Cooking Competition

"The Wildest Thing to Cook on a Fire"

Bring your creativity and sense of humour. Prizes will be awarded throughout the weekend.

Transport (limited seats available)

Limited transport places are available. Early registration is recommended.

Transport will be available from Bathurst and Lithgow.

Saturday 27 June

• Lithgow Departure – 7:30am

• Bathurst Departure – 8:20am

Sunday 28 June

• Depart Burraga Dam – 11:00am

• Bathurst Arrival – 12:00pm

• Lithgow Arrival – 1:00pm

What to Bring

• Warm clothing (including a jacket and beanie)

• Camping chair

• Enclosed shoes

• Personal toiletries

• Water bottle

• Fishing gear (optional)

• Camping equipment for overnight stay (tent, swag or similar if bringing your own)

• Cooking equipment or camp oven (optional)

• Torch or headlamp

• Sleeping bag and pillow

• Any personal medications

• A positive attitude and willingness to have a go

Please note: Limited camping equipment and transport are available. If you have your own camping or fishing equipment, we encourage you to bring it along.

Important Information

• This is an alcohol and drug-free event.

• Participants may camp overnight or choose to return home on Saturday evening.

• Meals and refreshments are provided.

• Places are limited and registration is essential.

Come along, cast a line, share a story and experience the power of connection in the great outdoors.