Oot & Aboot’s Community Camp is a relaxed, low-pressure overnight camping experience designed to bring LGBTQIA+ people and allies together in nature.

This is our second event, and we’re intentionally keeping it simple. There’s no packed schedule or expectations — just space to slow down, connect, and enjoy the outdoors in good company.

Across one night, you can look forward to:

A welcoming and inclusive camp environment

Lawn and board games

Casual group walks in nature

Swimming

Plenty of unstructured community time to talk, laugh, and connect

A simple self-serve breakfast on Sunday morning

This is an adults-only (18+) event with a maximum of 10 participants, creating an intimate and friendly atmosphere. No prior camping experience is required.

The campsite is located in Yarra Valley, VIC, approximately a 1.5-hour drive from Melbourne CBD.

For safety and privacy reasons, the exact location will be provided only to confirmed ticket holders and can be found on the ticket sent via email after payment. Please remember to check your junk or spam folder if you don’t see it in your inbox.

Know before you go:

Participants should bring their own camping gears (tent, sleeping bag, air mattress, pillow, etc.), warm clothes, food, and drinks (except breakfast). Please reach out if you don’t have any or missing some of the camping gears, we may a solution for you

Alcohol may be consumed responsibly

As a new, volunteer-run charity, we’re not yet able to cater for specific dietary or allergy requirements — please bring food that meets your needs

Some uneven ground and bush walking may be involved

Dogs and other pets are not permitted due to our insurance

Park Facilities (shared with other guests):

Powered and grassed/gravelled sites

Camp Kitchen: Includes microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge and free barbeques

Water taps throughout the park

Toilets and showers

Campfire is allowed when conditions are suitable

Oot & Aboot events are grounded in respect, inclusion, and care. We aim to create spaces where LGBTQIA+ people and allies feel safe, welcome, and supported.

If you’re looking for a gentle way to reconnect with nature and community, we’d love to have you join us.