SVA Picton Volunteer Camp 🌿

Come along with the Student Volunteer Army for a weekend of volunteering, adventure, and good times in beautiful Picton!

This camp is a chance to get out of Christchurch, meet other SVA volunteers, give back to the local community, and make a positive impact through a range of volunteering activities around Picton. Whether you’ve been involved with SVA for years or this is your first event, everyone is welcome.

We’ll spend the weekend working together on meaningful community projects, exploring the area, and enjoying some classic camping fun. Expect a mix of volunteering, social activities, time outdoors, and plenty of opportunities to get to know other students.

What to expect

- Meeting other UC students and volunteers
- Time to explore beautiful Picton
- Shared meals and camp activities
- A weekend focused on giving back to the community

- Community volunteering projects including:

Track maintenance and tree planting
Maintaining the Crossroads facilities
Organising the local SPCA space
And many more...

What to bring

Camping essentials

Tent (if you have one)
Sleeping bag
Pillow
Sleeping mat or air mattress
Warm layers
Comfortable clothes
Clothes for volunteering
Waterproof jacket
Warm hat and beanie
Comfortable shoes or tramping shoes
Extra socks
Towel
Toiletries
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Water bottle
Head torch or torch
Phone and charger/power bank

For volunteering

Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
Reusable drink bottle
Small backpack for the day

Nice to have

Snacks
Board or card games
Sunglasses
Camera
Earplugs

Please pack for changeable weather and bring enough warm, dry clothing for the whole weekend. Space in transport may be limited, so try to keep your gear reasonably compact.

Most importantly, bring a positive attitude and be ready to get stuck in! 💚

More information about transport, accommodation, meals, volunteering activities, and the weekend schedule will be provided closer to the camp.

Contact the host of Picton Camp