A Christian organisation reaching the corners of country Victoria
In action since 1883, ESA is Christian organisation that works in partnership with communities, individuals, families, organisations and local churches. Though the scope of the work of ESA is broad and diverse, the one thing that is at the heart of each activity is to see lives transformed by Christ. At the moment we are especially passionate about reaching people of all ages from country Victoria by running a variety of camps.
24/08/2026
🚨 2 WEEKS UNTIL REGOS CLOSE! 🚨
Wake up right in the heart of God's breathtaking creation! Registrations for Halls Gap Teen Camp (Years 7–12) officially close on September 7th!
Don't let your young person miss out on 5 days of hiking, wide games, inspiring Bible studies, and uplifting worship from 21 to 25 September. Spots are filling fast, so tap the link in our bio to lock in their spot today!
19/08/2026
Ever wondered what a day at our Yackandandah Teen Discipleship Camp actually looks like? 👀
Yackandandah is structured a little differently than our standard adventure camps—it’s built specifically to give teens (Years 8–12) space to dig deeper, ask big questions, and build firm foundations in their faith. Here’s a sneak peek into a typical day:
🥞 8:00 AM – Breakfast and dedicated individual quiet time in nature to start the day focused on God.
📖 9:30 AM - Morning teaching sessions & study groups exploring God's Word together.
🥪 12:30 PM - Lunch and free time to relax and connect with friends.
💡 1:30 PM - Practical electives & Life Question panels (tackling real questions about topics such as prayer, shame, spiritual habits, and living for Christ).
🎨 3:00 PM - Afternoon tea, leader testimonies, and fun group activities (like T-shirt painting or op shop dress-up nights!).
🍝 6:00 PM - Dinner together with the whole camp family.
🔥 7:00 PM - Evening session, cabin group devotions, and deep chats around a roaring campfire.
🛌 10:00 PM - Heading back to cabins for rest.
Every day is an intentional balance of deep spiritual growth, honest conversation, and genuine community.
Ready to take your faith to the next level from September 28th to 1st October? Grab your spot via the link in our bio before regos close on September 14th! 🩵
19/08/2026
Hearing stories like this is the heartbeat of why we run ESA camps! 🩵
An ESA camp is so much more than just a few days away — it’s an environment designed for young people to encounter Jesus in a personal way that transforms their everyday lives long after camp ends. Seeing campers take genuine ownership of their faith and bring that joy back home to their families is the greatest reward we could ask for.
Want your young person to experience a life-changing week away this spring? Tap the link in our bio to explore our upcoming camps to secure their spot!
16/08/2026
At ESA, building a culture of physical, emotional, and spiritual safety isn't just an afterthought — it's the foundation of everything we do. Every single one of our leaders completes comprehensive Child Safe training and holds a Working with Children Check (WWCC).
We’re deeply committed to creating a secure, supportive environment where every camper is looked after, respected, and heard. Have questions about our safety protocols for our upcoming Spring Camps? We'd love to chat. Reach out anytime! 🩵
14/08/2026
We’re so excited to officially welcome Julie-anne Laird to the ESA Board! 👏
As ESA continues to grow and reach more people across country Victoria, we’re deeply blessed to have a Board who loves and prays for ESA and oversees the work of governance and strategy.
Having grown up on a country farm, Julie-anne knows firsthand the life-changing impact regional camps have on a young person's faith journey. Along with having prior board experience, she brings over 20 years of dedicated ministry experience with Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students (AFES) to the team. When she’s not serving, you’ll likely find her Tesla camping, enjoying the outdoors, or spending quality time with her family!
We’re so grateful for Julie-anne's willingness to volunteer her time, gifts, and wisdom to serve in this governance role and help steward the mission of ESA! 💙
Please join us in welcoming her to the ESA family and praying for our entire Board as they faithfully steward our mission into this next chapter! Feel free to leave an encouraging message for her in the comments below! 👇
13/08/2026
Spring is right around the corner, and our Spring Camps are the perfect chance to disconnect from screens and step into God's breathtaking creation!
Whether you have a teenager looking for outdoor adventure or you're an adult (18+) ready to hit the trails, we have an incredible lineup coming up:
👉 High-Energy Adventure (Teens - Years 7–12): Halls Gap Teen Camp and Lake Tyers Teen Camp are packed with hiking, caving, beach games, and non-stop fun with new friends.
👉 Going Deeper in Faith (Teens - Years 8–12): Yackandandah Teen Discipleship Camp is structured a little differently. Set in the quiet beauty of North East Victoria, Yack offers an intentional space beyond the typical camp hype to help teens strengthen their personal relationship with God, tackle tough life questions, and build firm foundations in their faith.
👉 Trails & Community (Adults 18+): Spring Dirt Bike Camp brings together riders (18+) for an awesome, community-driven weekend on bush tracks, learning how to live life well alongside great mates.
Whether your teen is ready for action or eager to go deeper in their faith (or you're 18+ and ready to ride), we have a spring camp waiting for you!
Head to the link in our bio to explore our spring camps and secure a spot today! 🩵
13/08/2026
Wrapping up our winter recaps with the incredible Stuart Mill Camp!
From fun games and delicious food to team challenges and digging into God's Word together, Stuart Mill was unforgettable! There’s something so special about creating wide-open spaces for youth to simply be themselves, find community, and experience the love of Jesus.
Swipe through to see some of the smiles and memories made at Stuart Mill! 📸
05/08/2026
The energy at Winter Junior Camp was AMAZING!
Our junior campers brought so much joy, laughter, and enthusiasm to every single moment of camp! From team challenges and games to opening up the Bible together and learning about how much God loves us, it was a week full of pure joy and unforgettable memories.
Check out some of our favourite highlights from an amazing week at Winter Junior! 📸
Parents, did your camper come home tired but happy? Tell us what they loved most in the comments! 👇
04/08/2026
Still thinking about how good Goldfields Teen Camp was?
What an incredible week of adventure, laughter, deep questions, and growing together in faith! From the energy of wide games to the quiet moments of prayer and reflection, God was moving in such special ways throughout the camp. We love seeing young people encourage one another and build lifelong friendships!
Here’s a look back at some of the best moments from Goldfields Teen! 📸
Missing the camp atmosphere already? You don't have to wait until next year! Spring Camp registrations are officially OPEN right now. Hit the link in our bio to lock in your next adventure!
29/07/2026
THE WAIT IS OVER! Spring Camp registrations are officially LIVE! 🎉
After an incredible winter season, we’re already gearing up for another unforgettable camp season. Whether you want to hike mountains, play wide games, go deeper in your faith around the campfire, or hit the bush tracks on a dirt bike, we have an adventure waiting for you this Spring!
Mark your calendars for our Spring Camps:
📍Halls Gap Teen Camp: 21 – 25 September (Years 8–12)
📍Lake Tyers Teen Camp: 26 – 30 September (Years 8–12)
📍Yackandandah Teen Discipleship Camp: 28 Sept – 01 Oct (Years 8–12)
📍Spring Dirt Bike Camp: 9 – 11 October (Ages 18+)
Spots always fill up fast, so don't leave it to the last minute! Gather your friends, tap the link in our bio, and secure your spot today!