On Monday 20 October, our Year 10 Outdoor Education cohort departed MLMC and headed to Queenscliff and Torquay for a two-day camp. This trip is the jewel in the crown for this course where students are able to make links between the theory and practical elements of the Coastal unit.
Activities included snorkelling and a visit to the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre in Queenscliff, where students got hands-on experience with some of the creatures found in Port Phillip Bay.
On the second day the surf was up, with students catching waves in sea kayaks and on surfboards. As well as developing skills for these watercraft, students also showed tremendous resilience in sticking at these activities in less than ideal conditions. I am confident that the memories from this camp will stick with the participants for years to come.
A big thank you to staff that attended and made the camp possible: Mr Dan Kelly, Miss Bree Burke, Mr Adam Dean and Mrs Vanessa Frazer.
Here are some student reflections of their camp experiences:
Highlight of camp was definitely getting out on the surfboard and getting up and riding some waves. I helped some people set up their tents if they were struggling. It was awesome to see everyone in and out of the school environment and have a great time helping and contributing to the fun.
— Lucien Primavera (Year 10 White)
The highlight of camp for me was having fun with mates and definitely kayaking. I helped classmates set up their tents and unpack the trailer. I felt camp was really good, it was nice to travel and get out and about with friends doing outdoor activities that I love.
— Liam Haynes (Year 10 Silver)
Surf camp was really fun. Day two of the camp was the best. The highlight was definitely surfing because it was so fun and it was good to learn how to properly surf. At camp, everyone helped each other set up their tents. It was good learning skills like setting up a tent, kayaking, surfing, snorkelling and all sorts of things we might need in life.
— Grace Patterson (Year 10 White)
My highlight was definitely surfing. It was so cool learning how to surf. It was hard but after a while you got the hang of it. And just being around my friends having a great time with them. The sea kayaking was a bit scary. When we came back to shore I jumped out of the kayak and didn't go back on.
— Amelia English (Year 10 White)
