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Outdoor Recreation

Senior Outdoor Recreation

Senior Outdoor Recreation (OREC) courses are unique and valued courses that mirror the special character of our school and utilise the surrounding local area.

Courses are designed to introduce and develop basic outdoor skills and knowledge in the areas of kayaking, conservation, bushcraft, tramping and mountaincraft/snowcraft.

It is hoped that participation in the course will develop a respect and love for the uniqueness of our natural environment. Outdoor Recreation are primarily practical courses that assess your ability and understanding in a variety of disciplines.

Our Junior Students participate in exciting activities through Greenstone Camp and Branches. Scroll down to find out more.

Junior Outdoor Recreation Programmes

Branches Camp

The iconic experience for WHS Year 10's. WHS is grateful to receive support each year from the Branches Trust, who help ensure that our students continue to benefit from the Branches experience. See below for the the Branches Trust website.

Branches Trust

Greenstone Camp (Year 9)

This camp is held around March each year. Based by the old homestead on the Greenstone Flats, this is a three day/two night experience.

Students sleep in tents, participate in a day tramp and take part in practical activities to enhance their learning in PE lessons. Special emphasis is the Be Riversafe programme involving river crossing, river and survival swimming, kayaking, and understanding risks and their management.

Purpose:

  • To gain an appreciation of an important local environment
  • To enhance river awareness and safety
  • To experience communal living

See below to view the Greenstone Parent Evening presentation, which includes camp information and the gear list.

Greenstone Camp