 The major aims of these expeditions are to develop outdoor living skills, an appreciation for the natural environment, enjoyment and to have an adventure.
The camps are based at the South Australian Scout Association campsite at Roonka, 8 km north of Blanchtown on the Murray River, 130 km from Adelaide and at Yookamurra Sanctuary 25km south of Blanchtown.
On the first night students camp on "Goat Island", a small island in the middle of the river. Access is by canoe only, and part of the fun is trying to coordinate a whole group of students to efficiently paddle their canoe. Being away from all facilities, students set up a 'bush camp' and cook on small stoves. Other activities include Canadian canoeing, solos, environmental education and an assortment of other camp activities. Students supply their own tents and food for the island.
 From here the students are taught some important kayaking skills, and experience kayaking along the river and through nearby wetlands. There are also team-building activities and challenges, such as the raft-building competition. The students are given certain materials from which they must construct a raft, and then paddle it on the river.
During the afternoon of the middle day they journey to Yookamurra Sanctuary. Here the students will stay in dormitory accommodation and be involved in a variety of Environmental Education activities.
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