Young Shedders
Summer Camp 2025
Full-Day
Program Overview
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Program Details
DATE: 16 June - 29 August, 2025
DAYS: Monday - Friday
TIME: 8:20AM - 4:30PM
PROGRAM TYPE:
Full-Day Sessions and Overnight Sessions
Daily enrollment is available
NB: A minimum of 4 kids required for class to run
LOCATION:
The program is held at The Shed’s Retreat at Mong Tung Wan and Cheung Chau. Please refer to the weekly schedule and reference to the specific days for the activity locations. -
Enrollment Details
COST:
MON - WED: $1,300 per day*
THU + FRI (Overnight): $2,800 for 2 days, 1 night
*10% for early bird before 7 May, 2025
5% discount when signing up with a friend from 8 May, 2025 onwards
ENROLLMENT:
This program runs a different schedule each week for 3 weeks before returning to explore similar locations and learning outcomes.For enrollment and activity information, please refer to Schedule A, B, and C that corresponds to your preferred dates.
Schedule A:
WK1: Jun 16 - 18 Click to enroll
Jun 19 - 20 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK4: Jul 7 - 9 Click to enroll
July10 - 11 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK 7 Jul 28 - 30 Click to enroll
Jul 31 - Aug 1 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK10: Aug 18 - 20 Click to enroll
Aug 21 - 22 (Overnight) Click to enroll
Schedule B:
WK2: Jun 23 - 25 Click to enroll
Jun 26 - 27 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK5: Jul 14 - 16 Click to enroll
Jul 17 - 18 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK8: Aug 4 - 6 Click to enroll
Aug 7 - 8 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK11: Aug 25 - 27 Click to enroll
Aug 28 - 29 (Overnight) Click to enroll
Schedule C:
WK3: Jun 30 - July 2 Click to enroll
Jul 3 - 4 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK6: Jul 21 - 23 Click to enroll
July 24 - 25 (Overnight) Click to enroll
WK9: August 11 - 13 Click to enroll
August 14 - 15 (Overnight) Click to enroll -
Learning Outcomes
Young Shedders who consistently participates in The Shed’s Summer Holiday Program will learn and develop the below characteristics that support their growth, learning and social interaction:
• Sustainable
• Caring and Compassion
• Community Orientated
• Courageous
• Connected
ACTIVITIES:
• Overnight camping
• Farming
• Rock climbing
• Outdoor cooking
• Fishing
• Kayaking
• Raft building
• Orienteering
• Improvised building
• Outdoor Ethics
NB: Activities are subject to change due to weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
Weekly Schedules
Schedule A
Week 1: 16 - 20 June, 2025
Week 4: 7 - 11 July, 2025
Week 7: 28 July - 1 August, 2025
Week 10: 18 - 22 August, 2025
Learner Attributes
✔️Understanding Environmental Issues
✔️Recognition of Feelings
✔️Collaborative Spirit
✔️Willingness to Take Risks
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Dates:
16 June, 7 July, 28 July, 18 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Regular Session
Activity:
A fun-filled farming day where our Young Shedders learn all about growing food at our permaculture farm. Farming activities will include introduction to tools, learning about farming tehcniques, fencing, manure hunting, soil mixing, planting and mushroom spore planting. -
Dates:
17 June, 8 July, 29 July, 19 August
Location:
Cheung Chau
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Wet Session
Activity:
An adventurous day at Cheung Chau where we explore the caves and engage in rock climbing around the island. -
Dates:
18 June, 9 July, 30 July, 20 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Wet Session
Activity:
Young Shedders will learn the basics of kayaking and embark on an expedition around the Mong Tung Wan bay with trained experts. -
Dates:
19 - 20 June, 10 - 11 July, 31 July - 1 August, 21 - 22 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
📆 Thursday
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
📆 Friday
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Overnight Session
Activity:
During the overnight camp, Young Shedders will learn pitch yurts, build rafts, fishing with crab lines, and prepare a delicious dinner with friends.
The following day, Young Shedders will have the opportunity to learn basic climbing techniques, bouldering, and tackle top-rope climbing routes safely with trained experts.
Schedule B
Week 2: 23 - 27 June, 2025
Week 5: 14 - 18 July, 2025
Week 8: 4 - 8 August, 2025
Week 11: 25 - 29 August, 2025
Learner Attributes
✔️Understanding Environmental Issues
✔️Community Awareness
✔️Accountability
✔️Goal-Oriented Behaviour
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Dates:
23 June, 14 July, 4 August, 25 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Regular Session
Activity:
A fun-filled farming day where our Young Shedders learn all about growing food at our permaculture farm. Farming activities will include introduction to tools, learning about farming tehcniques, fencing, manure hunting, soil mixing, planting and mushroom spore planting. -
Dates:
24 June, 15 July, 5 August, 26 August
Location:
Cheung Chau
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Beach Session
Activity:
Visit the local markets of Cheung Chau to purchase ingredients and prepare for a beach BBQ. -
Dates:
25 June, 16 July, 6 August, 27 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Wet Session
Activity:
We learn raft building techniques using various knots and lashing methods as we work in groups to test them out. -
Dates:
26 - 27 June, 17 - 18 July, 7 - 8 August, 28 - 29 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
📆 Thursday
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
📆 Friday
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Overnight Session
Activity:
During the overnight camp, Young Shedders will learn to pitch yurts, kayak, go fishing with crab lines, and prepare a delicious dinner with friends.
The following day, Young Shedders will prepare their own breakfast and get an introduction to archery before heading back via Sampan.
Schedule C
Week 3: 30 June - 4 July, 2025
Week 6: 24 - 28 July, 2025
Week 9: 11 - 15 August, 2025
Learner Attributes
✔️Caring Attitude
✔️Community Awareness
✔️Collaborative Spirit
✔️Active Involvement
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Dates:
30 June, 24 July, 11 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Regular Session
Activity:
A fun-filled farming day where our Young Shedders learn all about growing food at our permaculture farm. Farming activities will include introduction to tools, learning about farming tehcniques, fencing, manure hunting, soil mixing, planting and mushroom spore planting. -
Dates:
1 July, 25 July, 12 August
Location:
Cheung Chau
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Hong Kong Central Post Office
Packing List:
Regular Session
Activity:
Go on a cultural tour of Cheung Chau Island as we explore the trails and discover the rich heritage and history behind the island. -
Dates:
2 July, 26 July, 13 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Wet Session
Activity:
A day that aims to provide our Young Shedders with environmental stewardship through a beach clean-up as well as providing them with a fun, active experience through coasteering. -
Dates:
3 - 4 July, 27 - 28 July, 14 - 15 August
Location:
Mong Tung Wan
Drop Off:
📆 Thursday
🕐 8:20am
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
NB: Ferry will depart at 8:40am. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
Pick Up:
📆 Friday
🕐 4:30pm
📍Central Ferry Pier No. 5
Packing List:
Overnight Session
Activity:
During the overnight camp, Young Shedders will learn to pitch yurts, participate in a scavenger hunt, go fishing with crab lines, learn about outdoor ethics, and prepare a delicious dinner with friends.
The following day, Young Shedders will prepare their own breakfast and learn about improvised building tehcniques with natural materials before heading back via Sampan.
The Mentors
Worldwide trained educators with over 50 years of combined experience.
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Tim
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Sammi
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Marty
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Beth
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Tony
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Eugene
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Priya