Outdoor Education

Content

Students with a strong interest in the outdoors can begin their Outdoor Education Journey in Year 9. They will have the opportunity to investigate the relationship between Outdoor Activities and Natural Environments. They complete four one-day experiences in natural environments related to practical experiences, including bushwalking, surfing, kayaking and orienteering.

Throughout the unit, students will begin to develop an understanding of ecosystems and the impact of human actions and decisions through the study of natural environments and wilderness areas.

This subject provides students with opportunities to experience personal growth and develop social and teamwork skills. They will also reflect on their relationship with and connection to nature.

Assessment

Tasks may include:

About Natural Environments

• Task 1: Bushcraft Tutorials
• Task 2: Holiday Brochure

In Natural environments

• Task 3: Well-being journal

Task 4: Wilderness Safety

Additional Information

There is a subject levy of $300 for this subject to cover the cost of transport and instructors at recreational activities