by Clare Rayner

Well, we returned from our final Outdoor Ed experience this semester. Overall the students have made a considerable journey through their high ropes, kayaking, biking and now hike camping experiences this semester.

This Cathedrals Camp built on a number of skills and knowledge from our learning; students were having to consider risks, minimal environmental impacts, navigation, cooking skills and camp craft. It was great to see the students really enjoy their achievements of the hard walk and climbs to see the magical views. They clearly recognised it was worth the hard work.

Throughout the camp, the students were beginning to extend their ability to take responsibility for themselves and manage their own equipment, which included cooking their meals. Some students still need to consider their choice of foods, with minimal weight and ease of cooking without burning the pans. Overall the students pulled together, especially in their walk through wells cave and up and down from Sugarloaf Peak. They carried each other's pack, sang songs and gave encouragement.

Well done to all!