Outdoor Education - Land Journeys

Content

Students connect with natural environments through participation in learning tasks in the environment. They develop an understanding of ecosystems and the impact of human actions on them. They also develop knowledge and understanding of environmental systems and their conservation.  

This subject enables students to develop skills in planning and preparation for outdoor journeys, considering risk and conservation practices.  They develop teamwork and practical skills. Students evaluate and reflect on their learning progression and skill development, working in groups, and their relationship with and connection to nature.

Assessment

About natural environments  40%

• Environmental impacts of bushwalking - 800 words
• Environmental perspectives - 800 words
• 1600 words combined 

Experiences in the natural environment   60%

• Bushwalk camp - planning folio and reflection
• Rock climbing - planning and skills reflection
• 1600 words combined

Additional Information

A subject levy of $375 is payable before the first camp/excursion. 

Camps and excursions have moderate to high physiological demands.  Students will require a good level of physical fitness to complete the course's practical components successfully.