Plenty Valley Region Gathering 2026

PARENTS & LEADERS
When: 6-9 March 2026 (Labor Day long weekend)
Where: Eumeralla Scout Camp, Anglesea
Who: all age sections, all Scout Groups in Plenty Valley Region
Register: contact your Group Leader
GROUP LEADERS
Registrations close Saturday 14 February 2026
ABOUT THE EVENT
WHO IS PLENTY VALLEY REGION?
Plenty Valley Region comprises six Scouting Districts: Banyule, Hume, Merribek-Darebin, Nillumbik, Tilba Tilba, and Whittlesea.  Geographically this stretches from inner city areas like Brunswick all the way to Nagambie, and across from Sunbury in the west to Eltham in the East.  In all we have around 3,500 youth members plus volunteer adult leaders.

Our Region Commissioner (and Camp Chief for Region Gathering 2026) is Tim Purdy.
WHERE IS IT?
Address: Region Gathering 2026 is held at Eumeralla Scout Camp, 1415 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea VIC 3230.

Navigation: Anglesea is west of Geelong, on the Great Ocean Road.  The road is bitumen, however care should be taken as it is windy in parts and will have increased traffic for the long weekend.  Night drivers should be mindful of the risk of wildlife on the road.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND?
All attendees must be registered members of Scouts Victoria
Youth attendees must be registered as one of:
  • Joey Scouts
  • Cub Scouts
  • Scouts
  • Venturer Scouts
  • Rover Scouts
Adult attendees must be registered as one of:
  • Adult Leader
  • Adult Supporter (i.e. has completed WWCC, Police Check, Reference Checks, compulsory eLearning modules, and membership fee paid)
  • Fellowship
Adults who are registered only as "Contributors" are not permitted to attend overnight activities under Scouts Victoria rules.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Your Scout Group will determine their camp fee, which will include the event fee, food, transport, etc.  The camp fee should be paid to your Scout Group.

The event fee is:
  • $45 for Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, and Venturers
  • $30 for Rovers, Leaders, Adult Supporters, and Fellowship
The event fee is charged based on actual attendance.  Scout Groups will be invoiced after the event.  Bank transfer is the only payment method we accept - cash, cheque, and credit card payments are not accepted.
EVENT DETAILS
IS THERE A SITE MAP?
Site map: The general Eumeralla Scout Camp map can be downloaded here.  An event map will be made available closer to the date.

Campsites: All Units will be camping with their home Scout Groups, and Scout Groups will be camping together with their Districts.  Your campsite allocation will be advised on arrival.
WHAT'S THE SCHEDULE?
Coming soon...
SAFETY
WHAT IF THERE'S A BUSHFIRE?
Eumeralla Scout Camp is an established and frequently used Scouts Victoria campsite, the risk of bushfire has been carefully considered and plans made in consultations with local authorities.  In the event of a bushfire, we will follow the event Emergency Management Plan.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Scouts Victoria regularly holds large scale events with thousands of attendees.  All major events, including this one, have an Emergency Management Plan prepared with input from the local campsite team, local authorities, and the event organising committee, which is then reviewed by the Scouts Victoria state team.

Detailed emergency procedures will be communicated to Leaders prior to the event.
IS THIS A CHILD SAFE EVENT?
Scouts Victoria is a child safe organisation with zero-tolerance for any harm, abuse or neglect. We value the diversity of our members, including gender, sexuality, race, religion and ability.

If you are a young person and need some help, you should talk to a trusted adult or call us on 1800 870 772 and we can be your trusted adult. This call is free from any phone including payphones, prepaid mobile phones and your home phone.
If anyone is in immediate danger, always call 000 first. 
If you form a reasonable belief that a young person is at risk of harm or you have concerns for their safety or well-being, please contact the Scouts Victoria Child Safety line on 1800 870 772.

When to report? 
  • If a child is at risk of harm or you have concerns for their safety or well-being.
  • If a child discloses sexual, physical, psychological or emotional harm or neglect. This includes if a third person (such as parent or friend) discloses on their behalf.
  • If you have observed harmful behaviour towards a child or seen suspected signs of abuse.
  • If you are not sure if you should report or not. (For example; if you ask the question, should I report it? Then the answer is yes!) 
  • When listening to a young person disclose information. 
https://scoutsvictoria.com.au/join-the-adventure/child-safe-scouting/
RULES
GENERAL RULES
  • The Scout Law and Promise applies throughout the event
  • All members attending are expected to be Sun Smart. Full Uniform is required for Opening and Closing Parades. Opened toed shoes, thongs and sandals are NOT PERMITTED to be worn at camp
  • Eumeralla is a dry camp. No Alcohol is allowed in camp at any time
VEHICLES
  • At all times no vehicles are allowed on camping areas. They must stay on designated roads and car parking areas to help protect our fragile environment
  • Speed limit is Walking Pace only and is strictly enforced. Observe speed humps and oneway streets. Reckless driving will result in instant eviction for entire group. No vehicle movement within camp between 11pm and 7am unless for an emergency
  • All cars are to be moved to the designated car park after they are emptied.  No sleeping in cars in the camp ground.  All vehicles are to be off site by 11.00am Saturday
FIRES, GAS, SMOKING
  • Campfires are not permitted at Region Gathering 2026.  The typical weather and site conditions make campfires an unnecessary risk at this event
  • Cooking on gas stoves and BBQs is still permitted, subject to government designated fire restrictions.  Fire restriction notices and Total Fire Ban days must be strictly observed - please have contingency plans in place
  • Ensure you have appropriate fire fighting equipment for gas appliances (such as fire extinguishers, fire blankets, fire buckets with water & sand)
  • Make sure all gas bottles are in date and in good condition and have you have enough gas for the weekend. We will NOT be providing refills at camp
  • Eumeralla Scout Camp is a designated smoke free zone
WASTE MANAGEMENT
  • Wet pits are not to be dug.  All kitchens will need to have an acceptable way for disposal of wet waste, i.e. a twin bucket filter system
  • Skips will be provided for general rubbish
  • Recycling needs to be washed to keep the ants away, bagged, and taken home with you