Got Questions? We’ve got answers…
When do registrations open?
Early February 2025.
When do registrations close?
June 30th. It is possible to register after this date but expedition options will be limited.
Where do I pay my deposit and other payments?
Credit card options and payment details are on the status tab of your online application. Our bank account and other payment options are on the Money, Money, Money page.
I’m an Australian – how do I register?
G’day mate, you need to register via the Australian Contingent rego system – head over to
https://scouts.com.au/event/nzv2026/
to register and check out the facey
https://www.facebook.com/NZVentureAu
I’m from overseas – can I register directly on your website?
With the exception of Scouts Australia members, you can. See our eligibility requirements. If a contingent is formed from your country you will need to be part of that contingent.
I don’t belong to Scouts but am the same age group in a similar youth organisation – how do I register?
Complete the online registration form when it opens in February and we’ll be in touch to follow up with the youth organisation you belong to.
Can I be sure I’ll get to do the expedition I choose?
You will be asked to select three expedition preferences. We try our hardest to make sure you’ll get either your first or second choice. Order of registration (application submitted and deposit paid) is taken into consideration.
When will I know which expedition I’m doing?
August. There is a lot of work that goes into making sure that as many people as possible get their first or second choice.
What if I change my mind about which expeditions I’ve selected?
What do I do with stuff that I don’t need for the expedition phase but want for phase 2?
We will have a system in place so you can label your gear and send it to the main site from the launch day site, and have it ready and waiting when you get to Brookfield on the 4th.
I’m flying to Wellington. What time do I need to book flights?
You need to be at the launch site in Wellington by 12 midday, so a morning flight.
How do I get from the airport?
We are providing a free shuttle service on Launch Day – you’ll be asked to book your place closer to the time.
Can I get picked up and dropped off at the Ferry terminal?
Sure, just remember that you need to be at the Venture launch site by 12md on the 30th and a sailing later than midmorning to head home would be best.
What about getting back to Wellington after Venture?
We will be providing a shuttle back to Wellington airport. You need to allow an hour to get to the airport and half an hour check-in so try to book your flights for the afternoon of the 9th.
I’m driving to Venture, or being dropped off – where do I need to go on launch day?
You need to arrive Tākina, Wellington Convention Centre in central Wellington between 9am and 12md. Check out our
Launch Day page.
What is happening with private vehicle while we’re on expedition?
We will have a secure parking area where vehicles will be stored. At the end of Venture (January 9th) you will be dropped off there to retrieve your vehicle.
When do we need to leave site by on the last day – 9th January?
We ask that everyone is offsite by lunchtime (there will be no lunch provided on the 9th) so that we can start returning the site to its preVenture condition, so it’s effectively a worksite.
Where do my parents come to to pick me up at the end of Venture?
Pick up will be at Wainuiomata School between 9am and 12md on January 9th. You need to coordinate a time with your family and catch a shuttle to the school in time for that.
Do we come to Venture in Troops (or as a unit) like Jamboree?
No, everyone needs to register individually and once at Venture you camp with your expedition group, though you can still hang out with whoever you want to during phase 2. You might choose to travel to Venture with friends from your home unit.
NB: International participants – If a contingent is formed you will travel as a contingent and you are under the jurisdiction of the contingent before and after the Venture.
Do I need my own tent?
Yep. Regardless of what expedition you are on, and what sleeping arrangements they have in place, you will need a tent just for you when you are back onsite at Brookfield (Wellington) Check out the guidelines here
Do we need to cook our own meals?
Phase 2 is fully catered. Phase 1 will depend on your expedition – for example if you are tramping we won’t be dropping in with a three course meal. Some expeditions will be fully catered and others may have a component of shared cooking. The expedition Leader will share this information with you.
Do Leaders have to come from my Unit so we have enough adults?
Everyone comes to Venture as individuals so it doesn’t matter where you come from. Your leaders are most welcome to attend as well – either as unit leaders or staff, but they don’t have to come just so you can attend.
Does Venture have an open day?
No. Venture is a bit of a moving beast. During phase 2 more than half of the participants will be offsite for at least part of every day so it’s impossible to stage a day for visitors.
Can I visit my young person at Venture?
Due to the high volume of participants offsite at any given time during phase 2, visiting the event is not feasible.
Do we need to wear/bring uniform at all?
No.
Will we be given gear lists for our expedition?
Yes, these will be sent out in October by the Expedition Leader or the Unit Leader.
BAND is a free group communication app (similar to Discord or WhatsApp) that we’ll be using throughout AdVenture’26 to share updates, notices, and information. It’s the main way we’ll keep everyone connected during the event.
You can download BAND for free, or use it on your computer via band.us.
The Expedition BAND will be used for expedition-wide notices, while the Unit BAND will be for communication within your unit — it’s also the place to chat and interact with your fellow unit members.
To keep everyone safe and communication running smoothly, only youth participants, expedition leaders, unit leaders, and Venture staff are part of these channels. This aligns with our Scouts Aotearoa Safe from Harm policies.
If your whānau (family) want to follow your AdVenture, they can check out our Facebook and Instagram pages, where we’ll be sharing event highlights and use this website for general event information.
Bookings are scheduled to open at 8pm NZDT, Saturday 1 November. A reminder will go out on Facebook that day.
Head to my.venture.scouts.nz. You can also find a direct link on the Phase 2 Activities page of the adVenture’26 website.
What do I need to access the booking system?
The email address that you will need to access the phase 2 booking system is the ‘alternate’ email if you are a Kiwi or are an international participant from somewhere other than Australia.
BUT If you are part of the Australian Contingent it is your ‘primary’ email in your online registration.
You will need access to this email address at the event to be able to manage your bookings.
If you’d like to use a different email address, you need to update your alternate or Primary email address (explained above) in your online registration by the end of the day Friday 31st October
Do I need my NZ or Australian registration number?
No. Bookings use your email login, not your registration ID.
Do I need to pay when I book?
Not always. Some activities may require payment to secure your spot.
If payment is required and is not made within 7 days, the system will release your space back to others once our payment system is set up. A credit card will be needed for booking
EFTPOS will be available at the event to pay for bookings also.
You cannot pay via bank transfer and we do not invoice via the event registration system to pay for Phase 2 activities.
You can book any activities that fit your programme and schedule. Our system does not allow you to double book yourself or make bookings too close together so activities cannot overlap.
Yes. If an activity offers multiple sessions, you will see the available options during booking.
Yes. As long as your booked sessions do not clash.
No. Bookings are linked to your personal email you provided during registration. You must have access to this email for the duration of the event, so it cannot be transferred to another person.
You can join the waitlist. The system will notify you if a space opens.
You can cancel through My Bookings in MyVenture, subject to each activity’s cancellation rules. If you cancel, that space becomes available to others. Some cancellations may not be fully refundable – please read the small print when booking.
Yes. The system will show your booked sessions in My Bookings and notify you of any further actions needed (like payments or waivers).
What’s a Waiver?
A waiver is a risk disclosure form that is usually signed by a parent or guardian if you are under 18 which details any risks and conditions of joining in on the activity.
How do I know an activity has a waiver?
It will be emailed to your parent or guardian and will be indicated on your booking confirmation page.
There is a User Guide located right on the MyVenture landing/login page.
No. You must access MyVenture through the adVenture’26 website or by going directly to my.venture.scouts.nz.
Yes, you will be able to book some activities at Phase 2 via your phone, we have Wi-Fi available at the main site but you may wish to ensure you have data if you wish to do bookings while offsite. Bookings are also available through the admin office.
If you have any technical issues with the booking system please email my@venture.scouts.nz
If you have questions about the activities during phase 2 please email programme@venture.scouts.nz
If you still have questions regarding AdVenture’26 email registrations@venture.scouts.nz with your enquiry.