Year 9/10 Outdoor Adventure Camp – Building Capability Through Experience

Last week, students in the Year 9/10 Outdoor Adventure Skills elective undertook a challenging and rewarding expedition to Sand River and Freycinet National Park-bringing to life their classroom learning through practical, hands-on experience.

The camp marked the culmination of a semester spent developing expedition planning skills, with students navigating terrain, managing logistics, and working collaboratively in the outdoors.

The adventure began with a day of rock climbing at Sand River in Buckland, where students refined their technique and pushed their limits on a variety of climbs. That evening, they camped at Honeymoon Bay before embarking on the Freycinet Peninsula circuit—a three-day hike through some of Tasmania’s most spectacular landscapes.

Throughout the hike, students built on their capabilities in leadership, teamwork, resilience, and self-sufficiency.

They prepared their own meals, carried their gear, and supported one another across challenging terrain and changing conditions.

Outdoor Adventure Camp continues to be a highlight of the program, fostering courage, independence, and a deeper connection to the natural world. We’re proud of the way our students embraced the experience and the personal growth they achieved along the way.