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Patrols
Updated over a week ago

At Camp Wildfire, joining a Patrol is a fantastic way to meet people, have fun, and take part in some friendly competition to win the Wildfire Cup. While it’s not mandatory, it’s a wildly popular part of the weekend that adds an extra layer of excitement to your adventure.

How It Works

1. Join a Patrol

When you arrive at Camp, you’ll have the option to join one of four Patrols:

  • Badgers

  • Hawks

  • Squirrels

  • Foxes

Your Patrol becomes your festival family, welcoming you and helping you connect with other campers.

2. Collect Points

Throughout the weekend, you’ll have the chance to earn points for your Patrol through activities, challenges, or even acts of kindness. Patrol points are awarded by activity leaders for skill, effort, enthusiasm—or sometimes a bit of cheeky bribery!

3. Play Patrol Games

Head to the Patrol Games Arena daily at 18:30 to participate in—or watch—the hilariously fun Patrol Games. Some games you might see include:

  • Movie Charades

  • Tag Pull

  • Limbo

  • Compliment Challenge

  • Pegface Challenge

  • Bush Tucker Trials

  • Tug of War

4. Patrol Games Finale

The weekend culminates on Sunday at 18:30 with the Patrol Games Finale, where points are tallied, and the winning Patrol is crowned. Grab a drink, cheer on your team, and enjoy the thrill of the epic race that decides it all!


FAQS

What are patrols? How do I join one?

Patrols are like big families at Camp Wildfire. They’re a fun way to meet new people and get involved in the competition for the Wildfire Cup.

  • Choose your Patrol when you book your ticket or join one upon arrival.

  • Patrol participation is entirely up to you—get as involved as you like!

What are Badgers, Hawks, Foxes and Squirrels like?

Heroic Hawks: Gentle, determined, and agile. Always up early to catch the worm!

Bonkers Badgers: Fun-loving, cheeky, and full of energy—especially at night.

Stealthy Squirrels: Sociable, entertaining, and always making the most of the day.

Fearless Foxes: Creative, intelligent, and a little bit mischievous. Thrives at night but enjoys daylight fun too.

Do I have to join a patrol?

No, joining a Patrol is optional. However, it’s a great way to make your weekend more special—especially if your Patrol wins the coveted Wildfire Cup!

What are patrol points and how do they work?

Points are awarded throughout the weekend by activity leaders for effort, enthusiasm, and skill during activity sessions. The Patrol with the most points at the end of the weekend wins the Wildfire Cup!

Do I have to take part in patrol games?

Not at all! The games are completely optional. If you’d prefer, you can enjoy a drink and watch the action or participate in the Patrol Quiz, a quieter way to compete using your general knowledge.

Can my group all join the same patrol?

Yes, your group can all join the same Patrol—or, for added fun, split into different Patrols and compete against each other!

Can I switch patrols?

Of course! If you change your mind about your patrol and realise you have more of an affinity to another, you can change at any point!

Who has won the cup previously?

2015- Foxes

2016- Badgers

2017- Foxes

2018- Squirrels

2019- Foxes

2020- COVID

2021 Weekend 1- Hawks

2021 Weekend 2- Hawks

2022 Weekend 1- Foxes

2022 Weekend 2- Hawks

2023 Weekend 1- Squirrels

2023 Weekend 2- Badgers

2024 Weekend 1- Hawks

2024 Weekend 2- Foxes

Totals:

Foxes = 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

Hawks= 🏆🏆🏆🏆

Squirrels= 🏆🏆

Badgers= 🏆🏆

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