ELTHAM College Family News 1 August 2025

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Falls Creek Snow Camp 2025 A Winter Adventure to Remember

Sunday 13 July to Friday 18, July 81 enthusiastic students from Years 7 to 12 travelled to the Victorian Alps for an unforgettable week at the annual ELTHAM College Falls Creek Snow Camp. With skis and snowboards in tow, students of all abilities took to the slopes, supported by ten dedicated ELTHAM staff members who generously gave up part of their holidays to make the experience possible.

Based at the warm and welcoming Halley’s Lodge, students enjoyed an action packed week filled with learning, challenge and camaraderie. Each morning began with professional skiing or snowboarding lessons at 8.30am, catering to everyone from first-timers to seasoned riders. After each lesson, students and staff regrouped at Cloud 9 for a well deserved hot chocolate before heading out again for a full day of supervised free skiing and boarding.

Evenings were just as lively as the days. A student-led trivia night, hosted by a group of Year 12 girls, brought energy and laughter to the lodge. On Wednesday night, students enjoyed the magic of night skiing under the lights on Wombat’s Ramble and Thursday wrapped up with a dazzling fireworks display over the village.

This year also marked a special milestone: for the first time in ELTHAM’s history of visiting Falls Creek, the entire mountain was open. This meant students had access to the full range of terrain, trails, and snow conditions an exciting opportunity that added to the already incredible atmosphere. The weather added its own character to the week, with regular snowfall keeping the slopes fresh. Although visibility was sometimes reduced, spirits remained high. Fortunately, the final day delivered clear blue skies and sunshine, offering stunning alpine views as a perfect sendoff before the journey home.

A sincere thank you goes to the incredible ELTHAM College staff who supported this camp. Their time, enthusiasm and care were crucial in making the trip such a success. Without them, this kind of experience wouldn’t be possible and we are truly grateful.

Thank you to:
Kristen McCluskey, Shane Chellingworth, Sean Van Oosterwijck, Adam Stevens, Colin Lio, Connor Uniacke, David Tonkin, Vincent Bradley and Lesley Moulin.