Learning activities

Initiative games

Students will work in small groups to complete a series of challenges. Each of these activities is designed to assist students to understand and develop leadership qualities, teamwork and resilience and include the plank walk, cannonball run and magic carpets.

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

Shelter building

Working as a small team, students must construct a shelter using a tarp, ropes, pegs and any natural resources around them. Students must work together to design and build their shelter, using the skills of the whole group.

Wellbeing walk to nature spot

Students will navigate their way through the bush during a bush walk. On arrival at their destination, they will participate in a silent challenge encouraging positive connections with nature and developing skills in reflection, relaxation and resilience.

Art in nature

Students will sit in a special nature spot to connect with the natural environment around them. Using watercolours (provided by Gibberagong), the students will draw and paint their chosen subject. This immersion experience provides each student with the opportunity to study the detail and beauty of the natural setting. Artworks will be provided to the teacher to be taken back to school.

Suggested timetable

Time	Classes A & B	Classes C & D
10.00am	Welcome Acknowledgement of Country, Overview of the day
10.10am	Morning Tea
10.30am	Initiative games and shelter building	Wellbeing walk and art in nature
12.00pm	Lunch
12.30pm	Wellbeing walk and art in nature	Initiative games and shelter building
2pm	Conclusion and depart

* Please call the centre if you have more than 4 classes.

Syllabus outcomes

PDHPE K-10 Syllabus (2018)

Outcomes

• PD3-8 creates and participates in physical activities to promote healthy and active lifestyles
• PD3-9 applies and adapts self-management skills to respond to personal and group situations
• PD3-10 selects and uses interpersonal skills to interact respectfully with others to promote inclusion and build connections

Content

Healthy, Safe and Active Lifestyles

• participate in physical activities in natural environments in the local area and reflect on the enjoyable components of participation, eg outdoor recreation
• identify and practise strategies to promote health, safety and wellbeing

Health, Wellbeing and Relationships

• explain how persistence and meeting challenges strengthens identity
• explore how overcoming a challenge or adversity can unite a group of diverse people
• make positive contributions to group activities, for example:

- work in a group to achieve a set task or goal

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 it 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 - GST free
Class numbers and size	Up to 4 classes Max. 30 students per class Please contact the centre if you have more than 4 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. 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.