The Year 9 program invites students to the following:

• Physically challenge themselves over a 3 day, 2 night fully self-sufficient expedition. Covering up to 30km trekking & paddling through the Wellington National Park. This also includes a full day of abseiling and rock-climbing the Wellington Dam Quarry.
• Develop a respect for the human-nature relationship we all share with our connection with the land. Focusing on conservation and Indigenous cultures and practices of the world.
• Build fires from scratch then learning to cook traditional Indigenous meals.
• Up-skilling in their roping techniques, knowledge and practices. Activities within the roping program include: prussiking and slack-lining.
• Snorkelling the beautiful turquoise coast.
• Learn the basics of mountain biking.

Course Requirements:

• Complete the Statement of Commitment Form.
• Students will need to complete a Swim Competency Test in class. This will consist of the following:
  • 200m continuous swim with NO assistance (no floatation aids, kickboards, fins/flippers or wetsuits etc.)
  • 3 minutes treading water
  • 7m+ underwater swim. (A rashie must be worn – does not need to be an ODE rashie. Can be one you already own.)
• A genuine interest in outdoor activities and the environment.
• A rashie for sun protection. Should you not own a rashie already, they are available for purchase from the Uniform Shop.

Additional Course Fee

This course/subject attracts a fee of $520 and is in addition to 2024 Family Fees. The fee will be invoiced on your Family fee account .