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THE BENEFITS OF TEACHER INVOLVEMENT ON SCHOOL CAMP PROGRAMS
October 13, 2023
School camp programs have long been an integral part of the Australian education system, offering students unique opportunities for personal growth..
COMMON CAMP FEARS EXPLORED
September 25, 2023
Australia has a fairly strong reputation for unpredictable terrain and a diverse array of wildlife. Add these elements to an adventurous camp..
PREPPING FOR CAMP - TECHNOLOGY DETOX
July 26, 2023
In 2023, we are used to hearing about growing screen time statistics in school-aged children and young adults. As our lives become busier and more..
WHAT DO STUDENTS LEARN ON CAMP THAT WILL PREPARE THEM FOR THEIR FUTURES?
June 6, 2023
Experiential Learning is the cornerstone of what The Outdoor Education Group’s programs are built on. The reason for this is to allow students of all..
SUPPORTING NEURODIVERGENT STUDENTS IN THE OUTDOORS
May 31, 2023
In Australia and abroad, there is a significant amount of research to suggest outdoor education is highly beneficial to neurodivergent students. For..
PLANNING FOR PERIODS ON CAMP
April 20, 2023
As thrilling as going away on camp or on a journey is, for AFAB students, the idea of being in a remote and unknown place during your period can add..
AN EPIC TALE OF TEENAGE ADVENTURE
July 29, 2022
In late 2021, a group of students from Haileybury College set off to complete their Duke of Edinburgh Award; they bushwalked from Portland to..
ADAPT, ADJUST, OVERCOME AND EDUCATE
May 20, 2022
Like the wind or the ocean, the nature of outdoor education can often be unpredictable. Although we prepare as best we can, sometimes nature has..
CHALLENGE BY CHOICE AT THE OUTDOOR EDUCATION GROUP
November 26, 2021
Facing challenges and pushing beyond one's comfort zone is a fundamental part of the programs we offer at The Outdoor Education Group. Presenting our..
5 MYTHS ABOUT SCHOOL CAMP
November 19, 2021
School camp is a fantastic opportunity for students to develop new skills, explore ideas, different environments, and build friendships. However, for..
HEALTHY AND TASTY CAMP FOOD
August 13, 2021
At The Outdoor Education Group, we work towards shaping healthy, confident and capable young adults, empowering them with the tools to be the best..
RESTORING THE LINK BETWEEN NATURE AND YOUNG PEOPLE
July 30, 2021
Young people are spending more and more time indoors, and it's taking a toll on their health and wellbeing. Author and journalist Richard Louv..