Learning activities

Leaders and leadership qualities

Students define leadership and identify the qualities they believe make great leader. This will provide the focus and reflection whilst completing challenges during the day

Leadership Challenge

Student will work in small teams to complete a series of challenges. Each of these activities is designed to assist students to understand and develop leadership qualities, teamwork and resilience.

On completion, students will reflect on each activity and the qualities they thought were important in providing an effective outcome.

Rainforest navigation challenge

Working in small groups, the students will use maps to navigate a course to the rainforest, finding solutions to cryptic questions along the way. They will then find the special code word using what they have learnt along the way.

Once in the rainforest, the students will find a spot to practice mindfulness and reflect on their leadership day.

Kayak/canoe challenge

The students will undertake a kayak/canoe activity. During this activity, students will work in a coordinated way to solve problems, requiring effective teamwork, communication and critical thinking skills. There will be a discussion after each challenge to help develop students’ skills in reflection and critical thinking.

OR

Campsite challenge

Students work to define leadership and identify characteristics to work on.

They will then work in small teams to build a shelter. This leadership in action activity provides an opportunity to practice leadership and develop qualities of leaders.

On completion, students will reflect on each activity and the qualities they thought were important in providing an effective outcome.

Suggested timetable

Time	Class A	Class B	Class C
9.30am	Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome, Overview of the day
9.40am	Kayak/canoe challenge Or Campsite challenge	Rainforest navigation challenge	Leaders and leadership qualities Leadership Challenge
10.50am	Morning Tea
11.10am	Leaders and leadership qualities Leadership Challenge	Kayak/canoe challenge Or Campsite challenge	Rainforest navigation challenge
12.20pm	Lunch
12.50pm	Rainforest navigation challenge	Leaders and leadership qualities Leadership Challenge	Kayak/canoe challenge Or Campsite challenge
2.00pm	Reflection
2.15pm	Conclusion and depart

* Please call the centre if you have more than 3 classes

Cost and details

Bus access map	Map for access to venue will be sent with the confirmation. Please ensure you print a copy and provide to the bus driver on the morning of the excursion.
Cost	2026 DoE $20 per student - GST free 2026 Non-gov school cost $25 per student - GST free, minimum charge $750 per class NOTE:  National Parks entry is $1.10 per student in addition NOTE: $10 per student additional for canoe/kayak
Class numbers and size	Canoeing - max. 60 students No canoeing - max. 90 students Please contact the centre if you have more than 3 classes.
Risk assessments	A complete risk assessment will be sent upon confirmation.
What to bring	Backpack, medication, low-waste food, water bottle, sunblock, raincoat, hat, sturdy shoes, mask. Students wear sports uniform.
Adverse weather	On days where the weather is unsuitable (see risk assessment), a Gibberagong staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangements. Please check your bus company’s cancellation policy.
Medical notifications	Notify Gibberagong EEC by completing and returning the medical form before the excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.
Canoe information (only applicable to those who book a canoe experience with their excursion)	Please refer to the DoE policies for canoe activities to ensure your students meet the requirements before attending: Canoeing recreational