Year 3 Outdoor Education

On 5 and 6 June, the Year 3 students embarked on their first overnight Outdoor Education Experience at Tallong. This enriching program provided valuable opportunities for students to develop key life skills such as resilience, independence, teamwork, and responsibility, while immersing themselves in a range of new outdoor activities.

Throughout the camp, students were placed into day groups and took part in hands-on experiences that strengthened their problem-solving and collaboration skills. Activities such as mountain biking, an interactive bushwalk to caves, and shelter building challenged students to think creatively and work cooperatively. Within these groups, students also engaged in a series of group challenges designed to achieve shared goals. The enthusiastic support of the Year 10 leaders, combined with the thoughtful guidance of the Tallong Outdoor Education staff, created an encouraging environment where students could flourish.

In the evenings, students were assigned to cabin groups, where they continued to build independence and personal responsibility. They were expected to take turns using the facilities, organise their belongings, pack and unpack efficiently, and contribute to maintaining a clean and tidy space– all of which helped reinforce a sense of resilience and self-management.

The children thoroughly enjoyed their Outdoor Education Experience at Tallong, with many memorable moments and personal achievements. The success of the camp would not have been possible without the careful planning of Mr Walker, the committed assistance of the Year 10 helpers, the expertise of the Outdoor Education Leaders and Tallong staff, and the generous support of the accompanying Del Monte teachers. Their combined efforts made this a valuable and inspiring learning experience for all involved.

Catherine McGrath
Year 3 Teacher