Year 5 Outdoor Education Experience

The Year 5 Outdoor Education Experience took place at Tallong during Week 3. For many, it was their first time at Tallong where they were able to experience the magic of the place. For those who had been to Tallong before, it was a great opportunity to welcome new friends.

The Year 5 program was jam-packed with fun adventurous activities and time to relax in nature. The students were able to test themselves on an abseil, continue to refine their skills on bikes and challenge themselves on the low ropes course. Abseiling is traversing down a slope backwards – it is commonly done around the world in exciting places! The mountain biking was rewarding for students to continue to develop their skills as they learnt to corner, handle the bike and ride in new conditions. During the Low Ropes, the students worked collectively through physically challenging modules.

These adventurous activities are designed to broaden students’ horizons and safely expose them to more challenging activities. It is important during these times for students to experience challenges as it helps them to develop confidence to face further challenges in their lives. Each year, we build upon previous experiences and increase the level of challenge at Tallong for the growth of our students.

Time in nature is good for our health. It slows down heart rates, reduces anxiety and makes us feel more centred. During the program, students participated in Service Projects to support the habitat at Tallong. They also participated in the Streamwatch where they looked at the invertebrates and living creatures in Barbers Creek. To finish off their nature time, the students learnt to make hot chocolate at a nearby campsite and had a fun time experiencing the joys of cooking outside and building shelters.

The Year 5 program at Tallong was a wonderful time for students to form close friendships in their Year level and create lifelong memories at Tallong. Thank you to all the teachers who attended and supported the program.

Christopher Walker
Coordinator of Outdoor Education & Experiential Learning