Raising smiles in Canterbury

‘Taking a break from the quake’ is what charity body Youthtown will give 500 young Cantabrians with its ‘Break from the Quake’ camp organised during the July school holidays.

The holiday camps students aged 10-17 years will be flown to Auckland for camp-based adventures in locations throughout the North Island. Two series of week-long camps will engage, educate and entertain young campers.

Christchurch students will get to enjoy a range of activities that include outdoor adventures at Tongariro National Park, getting intrepid on Great Barrier Island and taking exciting day-trips in and around Auckland city. They will be accompanied by selected supervisors and caregivers to ensure continuity of care for those still experiencing trauma.  

Applications forms are now circulating through schools and community organisations as Youthtown searches for 500 students who have the most to benefit from the holiday experience.  They will be nominated by their school, family or mentor.