A record 300 Pathfinders attended this year’s Northern Australian Conference (NAC) Camporee, held over the Easter weekend (April 8-21) at Hold It Flats in Yalboroo, approximately an hour north of Mackay, Queensland.
Eight of the conference’s 12 Pathfinder clubs, including the Darwin (NT) club, participated in the event, believed to be the largest Pathfinder gathering in the conference’s history.
The theme for the weekend, “Hold Fast,” was drawn from Hebrews 10:23 and served as a reminder for Pathfinders to stay anchored in their faith.
Dr Nick Kross, youth ministries liaison at the South Pacific Division, served as the main speaker. He shared personal stories, lessons learned through life experience and testimonies from across the Pacific to encourage Pathfinders to hold fast to Jesus. Dr Jeff Parker, Australian Union Conference youth ministries director, led the morning devotionals and a Sabbath afternoon activity.
A highlight of the weekend was the baptism of Veronica Lausie, a Pathfinder from the Townsville club. Several other Pathfinders made decisions to begin Bible studies in preparation for baptism.
Other notable moments included the debut of the Townsville Pathfinder club’s drama team, directed by Orlando Pule, praise and worship led by Farleigh church youth, and a variety of activities coordinated by district directors. The camporee concluded with a fireworks display during the closing ceremony.
“It was truly a weekend filled with inspiration, spiritual growth, and memories that will last a lifetime,” said NAC Youth ministries personal assistant Genesis Ioane.
