By Jacky Peng, participant of the first YES! Camp
When I first arrived in New Zealand, I was a 17-year-old weighed down by pressure. My life had shrunk to just two things: homework and video games. I felt like a machine preparing for exams, with no sense of meaning, no goal, no future.
YES! Camp changed that. Very quickly, I connected with my teammates—we laughed, joked, shared embarrassing stories, and found freedom in nature together. Through sustainability education, I rediscovered my sense of value and set a life goal I am still chasing: to improve the environment, fight poverty, and help more people choose sustainable ways of living. I know one person alone cannot transform the world, but I also believe every effort, every voice, makes the world a little better.
For me, life’s purpose is like a migratory bird regaining its flight path, or a lighthouse breaking through the fog to guide ships at sea.
At YES! Camp, I gained both knowledge and joy. We learned the history of Whatipu Lodge and heard ancient Māori legends. We walked through rainforests and listened to the “bird orchestra.” We planted trees, tested water quality with Stacy, experimented with compost, and imagined what sustainable cities could be. Back in China, I carried this energy forward by promoting composting in my community and creating the WeChat public account Sustainable Development Study Society..
YES! Camp gave me more than memories. It gave me friendship, ideals, and passion for life. It gave me the courage to dream—and the belief that I can turn those dreams into action.
And yes—we also ate a lot! From the crisp freshness of L&P to the buttery layers of brioche pies filled with olives, onions, and pickles, every bite felt like traveling through flavors and stories.
作者：Jacky PENG，YES! Camp 第 1 期营员
YES! CAMP，是一个位于新西兰的，以教导青少年可持续发展理念为核心目标的 CAMP；也是一个让我收获颇多的 CAMP。记得刚刚到达新西兰的时候，我是一个比较压抑，拘束的人。我知道，这两个形容词出现在一个17岁男孩身上是极其不正常的。不过的确如此，由于之前极大的学习压力让我感到我的未来灰暗而迷茫。我仿佛成为了备考的机器，忘记了我自己的目标和我人生的价值。我的日子仿佛就只有两件事：作业和游戏；迷失在这样的真空环境里，感觉自己的青春就这么一点点的逝去，毫无意义。
在 YES! CAMP 中，我与我的队友们很快都打成一片。我们欢笑，我们畅谈，分享自己的糗事，我们一起疯闹；既收获了友情，也感受到了自由。可持续发展的教育，让我找到了我自己的人生价值，也让我树立了我愿穷极一生去追寻的目标——改善环境，消除贫困，让更多的人选择可持续生活方式。我知道这些目标不可能因为我一个人微薄的力量而有所转变，但我相信我所贡献出的每一份力量，每一声呐喊，都会让我们的世界更加的美好。
在 YES! CAMP，我也收获了许多欢乐与知识。我们聆听了 Whatipu Lodge 的历史；知晓了古老的毛利传说。前往雨林，享受百鸟音乐会；融入自然，辨认植物。我们体验种树苗的乐趣，与 Stacy 一起检测水质，学习 compost 的做法，展望 sustainable 城市的宏图 注：Jacky 回到中国后，在他所在的社区积极推广堆肥，并建立微信公众号“可持续发展研习社” 。
曾经有一个伟人说：“民以食为天”。在 YES! CAMP，我们也狠狠地肆掠了一番。L&P 柠檬汽水，清新高雅，完全不像sprite那样的庸脂俗粉甜得发腻。Brioche，一种特色的咸派。酸黄瓜的清新杂糅着洋葱丝的香甜，黑橄榄与黄油的碰撞，最后被酥酥的外皮一层又一层的包裹起来。轻咬一口，仿佛来到了法兰西的普罗旺斯，感受薰衣草般浓情的浪漫。等等等，美食如林。酣畅淋漓，无法言表。
在 YES! CAMP，我收获的是未来、理想与信念。当然，还有对于生活满满的热情。
哈哈哈，真的非常开心参加了 YES! CAMP，我最最最开心的事情就是看见 Alfred 被海浪打湿了裤子！！！新西兰，真是一个可恶的地方，让我来了就不想走，最后离开时，还把我弄哭了QAQ。我觉得我在新西兰最大的变化主要体现在两个方面：第一个是肉体方面：我长胖了，哈哈哈。第二个是心理方面，我找到了我自己想要实现的人生目标了！（响应时代的召唤！！！）与队友们之间真挚的友情，我相信，无论过多少年，都会像时光之河中的磐石——坚不可摧。再见了！新西兰！
Oh！ 舍不得你们！我最爱的人儿！
Oh！ 你们千万不要肝脑涂地地思念我！
啊！赞美新西兰！ 啊！赞美 YES! CAMP！
啊！你惊艳了时光！ 啊！你淡薄了岁月！
啊！你肆意了灵魂！ 啊！你宁静了轻狂！
我第一次在洞穴中战胜了对黑暗的恐惧！
我第一次如此近距离的拥抱大自然！
我第一次看见了如此多的俏皮的鸟儿！
我第一次感受到了净土般的纯净！
Yeah！ 新西兰！南太平洋上美丽的明珠！
你唤醒了我！让我知晓了我人生的意义！
你唤醒了我！让我树立了我毕生的目标！
啊！ 啊！ 啊！ 新西兰！
你真伟大！ 这里的食物实在让人留恋忘返！！！
赞美你！伟大的新西兰！
赞美你！YES! CAMP! 赐予了我这次零距离感受新西兰的机会！！！
赞美！ 赞美！ 赞美！
Effective Date: 1 October 2025 (Version 1.1)
These Terms & Conditions are effective from the above date and apply to all participants enrolling on or after this date. Greenfield reserves the right to update these Terms from time to time, with updated versions published on the Greenfield website. Continued participation in Greenfield programmes constitutes acceptance of the most current version.
1.1 These Terms and Conditions (“Agreement”) govern participation in Youth Education and Community Impact provided by The Greenfield Limited (hereinafter referred to as “Greenfield”).
1.2 Greenfield operates three main business streams:
1.3 This Agreement applies only to Youth Education and Community Initiatives. All Consulting Services (for example: international student experience, supporting local communities, and other professional services provided to personnel and organisations) are provided under a separate Service Agreement or similar contract between Greenfield and the client.
1.4 By registering for a Greenfield programme, service, or activity, a binding contract is formed between Greenfield and the participant (or, where the participant is under 18 years of age, the parent(s) or caregiver(s) of that participant).
2.1 “Participant” means any individual registered for services provided under Greenfield’s Youth Education and Community Initiatives.
2.2 “Services” include, but are not limited to:
2.3 “Staff Member” includes but is not limited to camp leaders, award coordinators, award leaders, mentors, tutors, and guides.
3.1 Participants (and, where applicable, their parents or caregivers) agree to pay all applicable fees and charges in full prior to the commencement of the programme, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
3.2 YES! Future
3.3 DofE
3.4 Community Events and Activities
3.5 Online Courses
3.6 All fees are stated in New Zealand dollars (NZD) and include GST, unless otherwise specified.
4.1 Requests for refunds must be made in writing. Greenfield will process such requests in accordance with New Zealand consumer law and the refund rules of the relevant programme.
4.2 Non-refundable fees include (but are not limited to):
4.3 YES! Future
4.4 DofE
4.5 Community Projects, Events and Activities
4.6 Online Courses
4.7 Justifiable reasons for refund consideration include:
4.8 Cancellations by Greenfield
4.9 Force Majeure
4.10 Refund Processing Requirements
To process any approved refund, the requester must provide the exact same bank account details used for the original payment, including:
4.10.1 Banking and Transaction Fees
All banking, international transfer fees, currency conversion charges, or administrative processing costs incurred during the refund process will be deducted from the total refundable amount. This includes:
4.10.2 Timeframe
Refunds will be processed after all required information has been provided and any involved third party has officially accepted and updated the relevant details (if applicable). We aim to issue all refunds within 5–10 business days of this confirmation. Actual processing times may vary depending on bank procedures.
5.1 Participants must conduct themselves in a respectful and responsible manner at all times.
5.2 Participants are required to:
5.3 Greenfield reserves the right to remove a participant from any activity if their behaviour is unsafe, disruptive, unlawful, or in breach of this Agreement. In such cases, no refund will be provided.
5.4 Parents or caregivers remain ultimately responsible for ensuring the compliance of participants under 18 years of age.
6.1 Greenfield takes all reasonable steps to provide a safe environment for participants.
6.2 Participants (and parents/caregivers, where applicable) acknowledge that outdoor, community, and experiential activities carry inherent risks. Participation is undertaken at the participant’s own risk, to the extent permitted by law.
6.3 Participants are responsible for equipping themselves with appropriate and suitable gear for outdoor activities. This includes ensuring that clothing, footwear, and personal items are fit for purpose and in good condition.
6.4 Participants may choose to hire Greenfield outdoor gear, including but not limited to tents, cooking sets, and camping accessories (“Hired Equipment”).
6.4.1 Scope: This section applies to all outdoor gear and equipment hired from Greenfield, including but not limited to tents, cooking sets, backpacks, and camping accessories (“Hired Equipment”).
6.4.2 Booking and Bond
6.4.2.1 Hire bookings are confirmed only upon payment of the applicable hire fee and, where required, a refundable bond.
6.4.2.2 The bond amount (if applicable) will be stated at the time of booking and refunded following satisfactory inspection upon return.
6.4.2.3 Greenfield reserves the right to deduct from the bond any reasonable costs associated with repair, cleaning, or replacement due to damage, loss, or failure to comply with these conditions.
6.4.3 Condition and Use of Equipment
6.4.3.1 The Hirer acknowledges that all equipment is provided in good working order and suitable for ordinary use.
6.4.3.2 The Hirer is responsible for ensuring that all items are used safely and appropriately, following any provided instructions or guidelines.
6.4.3.3 Equipment must not be altered, marked, or modified in any way.
6.4.4 Cleaning and Return
6.4.4.1 All hired equipment must be returned clean, dry, and in good condition by the agreed return date and time.
6.4.4.2 The Tent Cleaning Guide (available at https://thegreenfield.org/register/all-about-tent/) must be followed.
6.4.4.3 Additional cleaning fees may be charged if the tent or equipment is returned wet, dirty, or with odour.
6.4.4.4 Equipment not returned by the due date may incur additional daily hire fees.
6.4.5 Loss or Damage
6.4.5.1 The Hirer is fully responsible for any loss, theft, or damage (excluding normal wear and tear) occurring during the hire period.
6.4.5.2 In the event of damage or loss, Greenfield may charge the cost of repair or replacement, less any applicable bond.
6.4.5.3 The Hirer must notify Greenfield immediately of any loss, damage, or malfunction.
6.4.6 Liability and Risk
6.4.6.1 All equipment hire is undertaken at the Hirer’s own risk. Greenfield shall not be liable for injury, damage, or loss arising from misuse, improper assembly, or weather-related incidents.
6.4.6.2 The Hirer agrees to take reasonable care of all hired equipment and to use it only for its intended purpose.
6.4.6.3 Nothing in this clause limits rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.
6.4.7 Cancellation and Refunds
6.4.7.1 Hire cancellations made more than 7 days before the start date may be refunded less a 10% administration fee.
6.4.7.2 Cancellations made within 7 days of the start date are non-refundable unless justified by exceptional circumstances (see clause 4.7).
6.4.7.3 If Greenfield cancels the hire due to equipment unavailability or safety concerns, a full refund will be issued.
6.4.8 Acceptance of Terms: By booking any outdoor gear hire, the Hirer acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions, including the Outdoor Gear Hire section.
7.1 All participants are responsible for arranging their own insurance (e.g., health, travel, property) if desired. International participants are strongly advised to hold valid medical and travel insurance.
7.2 Greenfield is a drug-free and smoke-free environment. The possession or use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products is prohibited during activities. Breach of this rule may result in immediate removal at the participant’s (or parent’s) expense.
7.3 To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, Greenfield shall not be liable for any injury, loss, or damage suffered by participants, except where caused by Greenfield’s proven negligence.
7.4 Nothing in this Agreement limits rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the Fair Trading Act 1986, or other applicable New Zealand laws.
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11.2 Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.
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At Greenfield, we do not eliminate all risks, but we embrace the idea of “acceptable risk” as an essential ingredient in real learning. For example, allowing ākonga to plan their own hiking route fosters independence, while the presence of a trained leader/supervisor ensures safety in navigating uneven terrain.
We define “acceptable risk” as a managed risk where the benefits of learning and growth outweigh the potential harm, provided appropriate controls are in place. This principle is openly communicated with whānau (families) through our consent forms, meetings, and pre-trip information packs.
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This policy is reviewed annually or following any incident where substance use is suspected or confirmed.
Approved by Nigel Zhang, Chief Education Officer, on 1st July 2023.
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This policy is reviewed annually and after any child protection-related concern or incident.
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