Outdoor Education
Outdoor Education
Year 9
Code: 9OED
This is a semester long course which is a great introduction to enjoying the outdoors. the course will use adventure based learning which is games and activities to help individuals and most importantly the group. Teamwork is a big part of this course so please be prepared to help each other. There will be day tramp and a rock climbing day trip. We are also hoping the School pool will be ready for kayaking. Planning for a two day overnight tramp to a local destination.
There is a donation component to the course which will be confirmed at the start of the year.
Year 10
Code: 10OED
The main focus for the students will be using games and activities in and out of the classroom to develop self and social development. We will use the outdoors as a medium to enhance this. Rock climbing at Spur rd, flat water kayaking in the School pool and on a local lake and day tramp in the local area. The group will learn some camp craft skills and cook a meal on cookers. They will plan for an expedition either involving tramping and or rafting.
The students will need to have a willingness to have go at different activities and be an active team player.
This is an entry level course which will help set the students up for level 1 Outdoor Education.