WHOMP CAMP Australia
WHOMP CAMP AUSTRALIA
Bodysurf, Breakfast, Bodysurf, Burgers, Bodysurf, Banter, Bonfire, Beers, Bed…all in a days work at Whomp Camp!
What is Whomp Camp?
Whomp Camp is arguably the largest casual annual meet up of bodysurfers in the world.
It is a celebration of all activities in the fringe of surf culture – bodysurfing, handboarding, paipo surfing, tray boarding etc.
It is an opportunity to meet bodysurfers from all around, enjoy the serenity of nature and share some world class waves together.
RECAP WHOMP CAMP 2020 : here
The Agenda:
Camp, Meet, Surf, Eat, Share, Repeat
There is no “official” schedule of Whomp Camp. However, unofficial events might include:
· Equipment demos and tests
o Handplanes, bodysurfing handboards. Bodysurfing Fins. Paipo’s Interesting surf craft etc.
Whomp Camp bonfire with Belly Slater entertaining the masses.
· Nightly camp bonfire
· Open mic style singalong with Belly Slater
Where is Whomp Camp?
Whomp camp is held annually at Treachery Camp, Seal rocks NSW, Australia.
It is a privately-owned campsite situated right next to Treachery Beach – an unspoiled gem of a beach on the NSW coastline. In addition to producing epic bodysurfing breaks it offers great fishing and coastline walks in the Myall Lake National Park.
When you’re all bodysurfed out, the Seal Rocks Lighthouse is a popular attraction and offers a spectacular view. with the Seal Rocks in the foreground and Broughton Island and Port Stephens away to the south
Whomp Camp Treachery Camp www.whompcamp.com Video footage courtesy of Marty Stano. Music by Belly Slater and mixed by Graeme Pillemer.
When is Whomp Camp?
Usually Whomp Camp is run one weekend during the Australian winter (June - August) .
Who goes to Whomp Camp?
All sort of quirky bodysurfing characters! Whomp Camp is for all bodysurfers, of all ages and abilities!
Treachery Beach offers great waves for bodysurfing. Corey @ Whomp Camp 2020.
Where to stay for Whomp Camp?
The majority of the activities happen around Treachery Camp site, so for your best Whomp Camp experience it is best to stay onsite.
There are both cabins and unpowered sites on offer so make sure you book in advance.
Please note that the campground gates times are 7am – 7pm each day (9pm shut on Friday).
Book here - https://www.treacherycamp.com.au/
Alternative accommodation
If you were not able to secure a place at Treachery Camp (highly unlikely but best to book in advance) there are a few more accommodation options nearby.
Reflections Holiday Parks Seal Rocks - http://reflectionsholidayparks.com.au/park/seal-rocks
Yagon Campground (NSW National Parks) - https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/yagon-campground
Early morning sessions @ Whomp Camp
What to Bring to Whomp Camp?
A passion for bodysurfing
Bodysurfing gear
If you create bodysurfing equipment - bring some for others to test ride!
Camping / food supplies (there is a small grocery store near Reflection Holiday Park but that’s about it!)
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by Paul Khodor