Orientation Program Orientation camps are held at three different locations over three years. The intention is to allow international students time to interact with each other and staff in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Camp locations have been carefully selected so that students are given the opportunity to learn something of South Australia's history and geography. Students who attend Seymour for three years or more have the advantage of experiencing all three locations. Kangaroo Island A weekend on Kangaroo Island was a great way to get to know one part of South Australia. I had really unforgettable moments on Kangaroo Island, such as lunching with naughty kangaroos who wanted to eat all the rubbish in the dustbin, and seals fighting each other at Seal Bay. The most impressive place was the Little Sahara Desert near Seal Bay. That was the first time I saw anything that looked like a desert. Climbing up the high sand dune was hard but when I reached the top of the dune, I felt so excited. Now I wish to go to the real Sahara Desert in Africa. I think I am lucky to have had a chance to go to KI, and I had so much fun there. Yu Shin, Year 9 I had never been to Kangaroo Island before… kangaroos, koalas, sand dunes, seals… all great memories that I took back after my first trip there. Kangaroos: very lovely, sweet natured animals. I had never seen one before. Same with koalas — I had never seen one. Although really cute, they camouflaged really well with their surroundings so I could hardly see them. Seals: big creatures. Most of the ones I saw were asleep, tired from their journey out into the deep sea, looking for food, how hardworking. Sand dunes: white, warm, beautiful sand. How lovely, but really tiring to get to the top. Kangaroo Island is a really beautiful place. Mun Yee, Year 8 Victor Harbor Last Friday we went on a camp to Victor Harbor. That evening we went to have fish and chips in a restaurant and we celebrated Vicky's birthday. She was so surprised that we gave her a lovely present. After that we went to Granite Island. The weather there was so cold, it was so windy. Anyway, we did have fun because we saw many lovely penguins. On Saturday teachers drove us to the coast and we climbed up to the Bluff. The view was so wild and amazing. I took many pictures. Then we got to a beach. When I was writing words on the sand a wave came and made my shoes all wet. That wasn't a good feeling! We also went to Signal Point where we can get information about the Murray River, Goolwa and ships. Elizabeth and I were so happy to get prizes from the quiz! Sunday morning we had our last activity, which was having fun in Greenhill Adventure Park. I played the slide twice and I also rode on the boats. They were really exciting. I enjoyed this trip very much! Eunice 10CJ I came to Australia one month ago. I went on the international students' camp at Victor Harbor and Goolwa. I saw the natural environment. I went to many places. For example, we had dinner in the town centre, we went on a tour to look at penguins on Granite Island and we walked up the Bluff and saw Encounter Bay. On Sunday we went to Greenhills. I like the Australian sea. It is clear blue and very beautiful. The Japanese sea is dark blue. In Australia I can see the bottom of the sea. This time is a very good time for me. I had a wonderful experience. Kana 11SM Waikerie In March the international students departed on their annual camp weekend. Our destination was Waikerie in the Riverland. We were comfortably accommodated on the Murray River Queen which is now permanently moored at Waikerie. The girls shared cabins on the lower deck and enjoyed sumptuous meals in a beautifully appointed dining room. The highlight of our weekend was Saturday’s camel trek. The girls were rather apprehensive about this experience, but all rose to the occasion and thoroughly enjoyed their ride! They learned a lot about camels and how they adapt to the harsh Australian conditions. They also learned that all camels have attitude. It was a fun day and one that will be long remembered by all. On our return journey on Sunday we stopped for a picnic lunch at Banrock Station. The girls were able to view the wetlands and observed a range of bird life from the hides that have been established at the water’s edge. We returned to school at 4.30pm on Sunday, very tired after a wonderful weekend.   RETURN TO TOP OF PAGE