Year 9 Experiential Learning
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This programme revolves around community living where the students are responsible for their groups throughout the camp, it is the main preparation for their 10-day expedition in Year 10. The Program is run by The Outdoor Education Group with the Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School staff being included in their groups as active members of the small community. The basics of campcraft will be reinforced with students living in tents and cooking on camp stoves for the duration of the camp. The adventure activities are used equally to teach the students new skills and reinforce their own self-concept within a group. The OEG model of “Explore, Reflect, Wonder” will be introduced.
Year Level
Trip Length
Location
Activities
Abseiling
Abseiling
Descending a rock face or a climbing tower, we love the views from the top and the courage we see as students aim for their personal best and encourage one another.
Bushwalking
Bushwalking
Be it a day's hike or a short walk to camp, bushwalking engages all our senses allowing us to explore nature and our place within it. And we always find something exciting along the way!
Camping
Camping
Camping out in tents is our speciality! We love telling stories around the campfire, looking up at the night sky and creating memories that will last a lifetime!
High Ropes
High Ropes
Our high ropes course delivers an exciting challenge with students setting their own goals and developing confidence, determination and decision-making skills.
Canoeing
Canoeing
Following the flow of the river, we love to explore the waterways on our canoes. Working as a team, using our muscles and problem-solving together to reach our base for the night.
Low Ropes
Low Ropes
Low ropes is the perfect warm-up for the day, with fun obsticals promoting communication, teamwork, decision-making and coordination.
Cooking
Cooking
For many, this is the first time they will be cooking and preparing their own meals. Some discover a new passion while developing healthy habits and self-belief.
Cultural
Cultural
Encourage an understanding and appreciation for history and diversity by connecting students to a different way of life through storytelling, bushcraft and more.
PARTICULARS
DATE
Sunday 21 to Friday 26 April 2024
DEPARTURE TIME
Arrive at 7.45 am for 8.15 departure.
RETURN TIME
Arrival back to school approx 3pm
NOTES
- Bring a packed lunch for the first day (no nuts)
- Full water bottles
- Nut free program
- Personal medications (with letter from parents regarding administration)
- Leave your phone / electronics at home
- Anaphylactic students – please bring 2 in date clear window EpiPens on camp
- Remember to bring your Hand Sanitiser!
Resources
Gearing up
Clothing & Equipment checklist
The Food
