Year 10 Service and Activities Programs
The Year 10 Services and Activities program is for Year 10 Boys not participating in a Legacy Leadership Program .
Outdoor Leadership Program Ref : OLP
Students who have enjoyed the experience and opportunities provided in the Outdoor Expeditions Program may select this program in order to become a Outdoor Expeditions Leader in Year 11 . This is a challenging program , intended to develop high levels of leadership qualities within a bushwalking context .
In Terms 1 , 2 and 3 participants receive training in practical outdoor skills and instruction in leadership theory . Mapreading , navigation , first aid and equipment management skills are taught and then used in a three-day Stage 1 Hike in the Pyrenees Ranges , west of Avoca , at the end of Term 1 . On this hike the group is required to navigate cross-country on compass bearings , relying on their mapreading skills to reach each checkpoint and campsite .
The second hike , in Term 3 , gives the boys the unique opportunity of participating in a Snow Hike . Students will hike through the snow using snow shoes ( supplied ) and build a snow shelter , before setting up camp on the Bluff , near Mt Buller .
A five-day Stage 3 Hike at the end of Term 3 concludes the program . The location of the final hike will be determined based on conditions and the group ’ s ability level .
In addition , the boys will have the opportunity to complete the Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award at Year 10 , and if they choose to continue achieve the Gold Award over Years 11 and 12 . For more information on the Duke of Edinburgh program , please visit www . dukeofed . com . au
Program Levy : $ 800 ( inclusive of the three hikes )
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