Course Summary

Discover the thrill and value of the natural world with Year 10 Outdoor Education. This course immerses students in a variety of outdoor and aquatic environments, teaching essential skills for safe, responsible, and enjoyable participation in the outdoors. 

Students will explore the structure and health of outdoor environments, learn sustainable practices, and develop outdoor leadership skills. The course emphasises teamwork, collaboration, and social skills, while promoting physical and emotional wellbeing. Practical experiences and trips allow students to build confidence and competence in a range of different activities and environments. 

Through a balance of theory and hands-on experiences, students gain knowledge in safety, risk management, and environmental stewardship, preparing them to be responsible, skilled, and informed participants in outdoor life now and into the future. 

This subject is a pathway for Outdoor Environmental Studies (Units 1-4). 

Learning Activities & Assessment

• Practical outdoor experiences: Participate in camping, land and water-based activities. Applying outdoor skills, leadership, and teamwork in real environments. Assessment may include skill demonstrations, group tasks, and reflection journals. One trip a Term (2-3 days). 

• Environmental and sustainability projects: Investigate local environments, minimal impact strategies and propose sustainable practices through reports and presentations.  

• Health, safety, and risk management: Plan and manage risks in outdoor settings, including first aid and emergency response tasks.  

• Pre-trip activity booklets: Complete activity booklets to prepare for practical trips and apply theoretical knowledge.