QCCC Mapleton

QCCC Mapleton's CAMPFIRE Discipleship Internship Program has recently been nominated and selected as a finalist for the 2023 Outdoors Queensland Awards in the 'AQIA Workforce Development Award' category. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the QCCC Mapleton team, who have developed a unique and innovative program that helps young people gain valuable skills and experience in the outdoors industry.   The Campfire Discipleship Internship Program is a two-year internship that includes...

At QCCC, we are currently seeking applicants for the following opportunities (Updated 28/07/2023): Click to skip to job info below: Bookings Coordinator | Maintenance Leading Hand – Carpenter and Groundsperson | Catering Manager  QCCC Brookfield (Brisbane) Position: Bookings Coordinator (Full-Time) We are currently seeking an enthusiastic customer focused individual as our new Bookings Co-ordinator to enhance customer satisfaction and continue building strong relationships with our clients. In your role you will ensure the smooth running of the business, through administrating...

Our Outdoor education instructors at QCCC have brand-new uniforms, and we think they are pretty special. So we thought we would share a bit about the background of the unique new design. The partnership between QCCC Mapleton and Triballink Cultural Activity Centre has resulted in the creation of exciting new instructor shirts that embody the spirit of reconciliation, cultural diversity, and adventure both organisations are known for. These unique shirts not only serve as...

Top 10 Theme Ideas for Church Camps Church camps are an excellent opportunity for people to come together, build relationships, and grow spiritually. Choosing the right theme is essential as it sets the tone for the camp and how people will engage with registering. Firstly, organisers should consider the nature of the camp, is it a fun family camp, an actioned packed youth camp, or a more serious and reflective Christian conference-style camp. Here are 10...

This month we are profiling the Giant Swing outdoor education activity at QCCC Mapleton. The giant swing is a very popular activity - so much so that we have two Giant Swings at QCCC Mapleton! With a maximum release height of 15 metres, students can choose their own release height - whether that be 2 metres off the ground or all the way to the top! This exciting high-ropes activity combines teamwork with individual choice. Here's...

Group camp bookings for 2024 at QCCC campsites are open! Whether you have a school camp, corporate retreat, youth camp, church camp, music camp, dance camp, spiritual retreat, or craft camp, talk to our team about packages and activities to suit your camper’s needs. Contact us today to secure your If you are looking for something different in 2024 for your group, talk to us about packages and programs for our QCCC Expeditions and Survival Camps....

QCCC Mapleton Celebrates 40 years On the 16th of April 1983 on what looked like a typical Autumn Day full of sunshine, an estimated 1,500 people gathered for the official opening ceremony of the “Mapleton Holiday Centre”, now known as QCCC Mapleton. At the stroke of noon Queensland Senator Flo Bjelke-Peterson unveiled the official opening plaque. Lady Flo had driven all the way from Kingaroy in her trusty Holden Kingswood loaded with her world-famous pumpkin scones. Fast...

Big Camp, Big Games, Big Fun Do you remember those times when your class combined with other classes in your year level to play a massive game of ‘Red Rover’ on the school oval? You had to be quick and smart about crossing to the other side of the oval. However, the fastest runner was not always the most likely to win. ‘Red Rover’ is what we would call a “big game” where a large group...

Across our four campsites, we regularly have the pleasure of hosting groups of amazing and talented musicians from all over Queensland who come together for music camps or retreats. These music camps and retreats are opportunities for groups of musicians and orchestras to gather together for not only some focused and uninterrupted practice sessions, but also a time for relationship and community building. Here are some of the key factors why music groups and orchestras choose...

Canoeing – Outdoor Education Activities Have you ever tried canoeing? It looks simple right? Well, there is in fact a lot to it, especially for a first-timer. Becoming an experienced paddler takes skill, patience, and perseverance. We have found that it is quite normal for students new to canoeing to be a little nervous at first. The wobbly canoe when stepping in it to sit down, the unfamiliar weight of the paddle, and having to work with...