The Summit is a multi- award winning, 50 acre outdoor adventure park and camp in Gippsland, Victoria. The Summit has a primary focus on providing inspiring and life changing experiences through a combination of meaningful programs and powerful activities that build self-worth, character, success and happiness.
IMPACT 1 MILLION LIVES BY 2035
At The Summit, our purpose is clear- to help people discover what they are truly capable of! Our goal is to impact 1 million lives by 2035, and we’re well on our way. Through powerful school camps, transformational youth programs, and world-class corporate experiences, we are changing lives one challenge, one breakthrough, one person at a time.
We believe that inside every individual is a leader, a dreamer, a doer. Our programs are designed to unlock that potential by pushing comfort zones, building resilience, and igniting self-belief. From students to CEOs, every guest who walks through our gates at Trafalgar leaves stronger, braver, and more connected not just to others, but to themselves.
This is more than just a camp.
This is a movement.
Join us as we transform 1 million lives and counting.
In 2003, Ryan Doughty was in a terrible gym accident that left his neck broken and his body paralyzed. Determined to avoid a dangerous surgical procedure, Ryan went against the advice of his surgeons. Instead he lay completely flat for a period of 3 months with a sand bag placed on each side of his head to prevent movement. The hope was that his neck would heal naturally. He lay perfectly still without sitting up or rolling over for these challenging months. Ryan slowly learnt to walk again. It was through this extraordinary experience and deep reflection that he discovered his purpose and passion – to help others unleash their greatness.
In July 2008, Ryan and Melissa (with their 5 children) purchased a rundown camp venue in Gippsland. Armed with massive passion and a few great people who believed in his vision, Ryan began to create a place that would ultimately exceed his expectation. To date the Summit has impacted over 100,000 people. The Summit Adventure Park and Camp has gone on to win a string of awards. Awards include Tourism and Attractions, Business of the Year and in 2017 ….Business of the Decade!
This journey led to the development of one of Victoria’s most loved obstacle races, Summit Survivor – 40 Epic obstacles over 5 km. In 2016, Ryan and his team built a charity focused on personal development for youth- The Impact Project. They donated more than $200,000 and changed the lives of over 400 young people.
The Summir now employs approximately 45 highly trained staff who are the backbone of the organisation and who equally share in our vision to help others unleash their greatness.
We promise an extraordinary and unique experience given by genuine and passionate people to help create awesome memories.
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