18th-20th SEPTEMBER
2026
Oxygen Camp is happening in Nelson at Bridge Valley Adventure Centre!
We are so excited for camp! This is our annual gathering of Oxygen Youth Groups from around the South Island! Come and join us for an unforgettable weekend!
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Bridge Valley Adventure Centre has some cozy cabins so there’s always a comfortable sleep available and there’s heaters in the rooms!
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We’ll send out a gear list closer to the time to all those registered. But here’s a quick example list below:
-Sleeping bag
-Pillow
-Towel
-Togs
-Spare Clothes
-Bible & Journal
-Water Bottle
-Shoes suitable for active activity -
Oxygen Camp has a mix of amazing free-time activites and many types of God encounters along the way!
The free-time activities include a high-rope course, abseiling, an inflatable aqua park on the lake, a hydroslide, archery, laser tag, a flying fox, mini golf and more!
The sessions will usually include a team challenge, worship and a message from our line up of speakers! -
The Youth leaders of Blenheim & Nelson Elim are coming together. All leaders are police vetted.
Bridge Valley Adventure Centre also have highly trained and personable staff who will help make your weekend perfect! -
Bridge Valley Adventure Centre have a commercial kitchen that will provide all meals and snacks for the entire camp. They also cater for a range of dietary requirements.
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Anyone in the age group of Year 9-13 students can come to this camp (13-18 year olds).
You’ll be staying in cabins with others from your local Oxygen Youth group so it’s best to reach out to a local Elim church if you’re not already connected. -
Most youth groups will be organising transport for their teenagers to camp, but you also have the option of being dropped off at camp by your parents. Reach out to your local youth group for more details.