Stage 2 Outdoor Education
In Stage Two Outdoor Education, students explore three areas: Natural Environment Management, Experiences in Natural Environments, and Connections with Nature. They study sustainable practices in conservation parks, participate in a kayaking expedition in the Murraylands, and a bushwalking trip in the southern Flinders Ranges. These experiences examine human impacts on environments and foster personal connections to these natural areas. Note: The course includes challenging activities like backpack hiking, shared tent camping, kayak capsizing and rescue techniques.
Subject Type: Elective
Length: Full Year
SACE Credits: 20 credits
Prerequisites: C for 1 Semester 11 Outdoor Education
Contact Person: elaine.rouhana@stcolumba.sa.edu.au
Further Reading: https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/outdoor-education
Topic Overview
- Risk and Safety Management
- Route Planning
- Mapping
- Kayaking
- Trangia Cooking
- Setting up a Tent
- Expedition Planning
Assessment Overview
About Natural Environments (20%)
- Report/Blog/Website investigation of Ecosystems and potential human impacts.
Experiences in Natural Environments (50%)
- Kayaking Camp and Assignment
- Bush Walking Experience and Investigation
External Assessment (30%)
- Individual External Investigation