July 28, 2023
Lions Camp Duckadang – on the upper reaches of the Brisbane River north of Linville – is holding an Open Day on Saturday to allow groups to “road test” the facilities.
The camp, at 117 Avoca Creek Road (aka Avoca Lane) at Avoca Vale is a joint project between Queensland Lions Districts 1, 3 and 4.
It will be open to visitors from 10:00am to 3:00pm to inspect the facilities.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant effect on the camp’s bottom line, so the group is hoping to build interest with the Open Day.
The camp is used by schools but can also host activities for community groups, government teams and businesses.
“I’m inviting people to come and road test our many outdoor activities,” camp chairman Greg Rollason said.
“These are designed for young people who enjoy outdoor activities and those young at heart.
“There’s no entry fee for our Open Day and we’ll have guided tours every 30 minutes.”
For a donation, Lions’ members will serve refreshments and a simple lunch, a sausage sizzle, mini hamburger or chicken wrap.
“Otherwise you’re welcome to pack your own lunch or perhaps lunch at the historic Linville pub or convenience store and café,” Mr Rollason said.
Lions Camp Duckadang caters for schools, social groups, family gatherings, team building / training or workshops and weddings.
Outdoor activities include canoeing, archery, mini golf, basketball, tennis and volleyball but there’s also a swimming pool, playground tower, giant see saw, giant chess, gaga pit, low ropes course, 12 metre climbing tower and zip line.
“We also have a 20cm telescope and an outdoor arena seating 50 people,” Mr Rollason said.
“Indoor activities include air hockey, darts, pool table, table tennis and bowling.
“Also, we have a 120-seat hall with AV equipment.”
Manager Paul Taylor will be offering supervised activities such as archery, the climbing tower and zip line at the Open Day.
Accommodation at Lions Camp Duckadang includes three 24-28 bed bunk dormitories, a two-bedroom self-contained house which can sleep eight, seven powered caravan sites and eight tent sites.
There is also a commercial kitchen, two gas barbecues and guests have access to four dining areas.
