The Stage 1 and 2 Outdoor Education students went on a 3-day trip to Mambray Creek during week 4. Students had to organise their supplies, food, route, and campsites during the planning process. In pairs, the students took turns leading the trip and were in charge of assigning group responsibilities including navigator, front and back markers, and route selection. Throughout the journey, it was encouraging to see a variety of leadership styles and students' confidence in each position grow.

We held a debrief session after each pair led the group, where students addressed each leader's strengths and areas for improvement. The professionalism with which the students handled these sessions and offered positive input was very pleasing.

We walked approximately 40 kilometres over the three days over extremely rocky terrain. On the final day, we completed our off-track navigation session and used a creek as a handrail to reach our intended goal, which was a particular highlight for me.

The group's next task is to prepare for and undertake a three-day self-reliant trip with no feedback from teachers or leaders.

A massive thank you to Helen Gaunt and Steven Carter for their assistance in making the camp possible and to Barry Martin and Leon Hams for transporting the students on the buses.

Outdoor Education Teacher - Luke Bartlett