Trial by Fire @ Burralow Creek Campground, 22-23 Feb

Alright UNSWOC crew, Leo and I (Hammy) have absolutely no idea how to cook over a campfire—but we’re doing it anyway. Join us this 22-23 Feb at Burralow Creek Campground for a high-stakes, high-flame culinary experiment where success is optional, but fun is guaranteed.

What’s the Plan?

We’re attempting two fancy meals—dinner and breakfast. Will it be a Michelin-star masterpiece or a charred disaster? Who knows! But it will be an adventure.

🔥 Bonus points for wearing something fancy while cooking. (A chef’s hat, a tuxedo, medieval armor—flex your style.)

👨‍🍳 Have experience? Awesome. No experience? Even better. This is all about experimenting, laughing at our mistakes, and seeing what we can create with fire and pure determination.

⚠️ There are no rules—just have fun, cook, and embrace the chaos.

Important Note

🚨 Trip leaders are NOT providing food. You are responsible for bringing and cooking all your own meals and snacks. Make sure you come prepared! 🚨

Timeline

⏰ Saturday 10 AM – arrive and set up camp.
🥾 Midday – Join us for a hike if you’re keen!
🎲 Afternoon – Free time: Prep for dinner, play games, or just relax and enjoy the surroundings.
🔥 Evening – The ultimate campfire feast!
🌙 Saturday Night – More games, stargazing, and spooky campfire stories. (Bring your best ghost tales!)
🥞 Sunday Morning – Fancy breakfast before packing up and heading home.

What to Bring

• Water – At least 3L, but more is better! (We need to bring all our own drinking and cooking water.)
• Torch (headlamp ideal!) So you can actually see what you’re doing when it gets dark.
• Toilet paper – There are toilets, but bringing a little extra is a good idea.
• Whatever cooking equipment you need (fire-safe pots, pans, utensils—Nonstick cookware is not ideal over the fire)
• Your most ambitious campfire meal ingredients
• Fancy dinnerware (because why not?)
• Warm clothes (it gets chilly at night)
• Camp chair (for dining like royalty)
• A quick & easy backup meals and snacks (just in case)
• Any fun games, instruments, or dramatic toasts for extra flair

Gear Available for Rental

If you don’t have the following items, you need to organize the gear rental via Booqable on the club website and pick it up yourself from the gear cupboard [usually opens Thursdays 5pm]

• Tent*
• Sleeping bag*
• Sleeping mat/pad*
• Cooking pot*
• Gas stove*

Easy(ish) Fancy Campfire Dinners

If you need inspiration, here are some meals that are impressive yet doable over a fire:
🔥 Steak & Garlic Butter Veggies – Because nothing says fancy like a perfectly seared steak.
🔥 Campfire Paella – Rice, seafood (or chicken), saffron, and a whole lot of flex.
🔥 Stuffed Capsicums – Roast them over the fire with a filling of rice, herbs, and cheese.
🔥 Charred Lamb Chops with Rosemary & Honey Glaze – Fancy enough for a five-star restaurant, but cooked in the wild.
🔥 Smoky Tomato & Basil Pasta – Because even a simple pasta dish can be gourmet with the right ingredients.

So, what’s on your campfire menu? Comment below with what you plan to cook (or what you’d love to eat) and Facebook Messenger contact. Let’s turn this trial by fire into the most chaotically elegant campout ever. 🍽️✨

Once you have been approved for the trip, we’ll make a Messenger chat to sort out any gear you may need, carpooling, and discuss more details and timings. 🙂

Bon appétit, brave souls!