As part of the year 11 and 12 assessment programme for level 1 and 2 Geography a field trip has been organised to head into Milford Sound. The aim of this trip is to study the natural and cultural processes of the Fiordland area – including impacts on vegetation, tectonic processes, Glacial process and avalanche protection. Students will be spoken to by guest speakers (from DOC) relating to learning around 1080 (used  for a level 2 internal), mitigation by humans to reduce the impact of natural processes (for level 1 external).  

Details:  

Date and times: The field trip will take place from Wednesday April 9th leaving after school until Friday April 11th, returning to Invercargill at approx. 3.10pm  

Transport: We will travel to Te Anau and Milford Sound using GoBus. While in Milford Sound we will be using a professional cruise boat company that will allow students to gain an insight about the environment in which we will be studying. 

Gear List: Click Here for gear list. Students are required to wear tidy casual clothing that is warm and suits the environment which we are going into. Covered in sturdy footwear is a must, and hair tidied up off their face (students are representing the school and must follow Southland Girls High School standards of dress). 

 Costs: $310.00. Please pay and complete the permission form below by 21 March 2025 

• Board financial procedure requires payment in full, by the due date for your child to purchase resources, participate in sports or attend trips/events. Payments received will be allocated to the oldest unpaid fees and charges owing on your child’s account first. Extra-curricular activities operate on a “pay before you play” policy 

 Accommodation:   Te Anau downs (Fiordland National Park Lodge)  Te Anau Downs 9679  Phone: 03 249 7924 

Staff Travelling with Students: Miss Caitlin Heale, Mr Bishop (Teacher in charge), Mrs Ainslee Wilson. All staff have been to Milford Sound prior to visit as well as teacher in charge visiting the accommodation prior to students staying in 2025. Teacher in charge has a current first aid certificate in the event of an emergency. 

Food: Students will need to bring money for the first evening as we will buy dinner in Te Anau ( as we leave directly after school), they will also need to bring money if they are planning on buying food as we leave Te Anau on Friday 11th April.  Students will have the opportunity to make their own lunches on the Friday morning if they prefer to have a packed lunch for their journey back to school (Invercargill).  There will be more details to come with Food Requirements. 

This event contains risks, including being around main roads, boats, cars, varying weather conditions.  This event is managed by school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated.  Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.  If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Mike Bishop or Ainslee Wilson  on [email protected] or [email protected] or 03 2116030.

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk will result in the parents being contacted and asked to be collected and removed from the field trip. It would also mean they are at risk of not being chosen to attend other field trips in the future.  

 Please pay and complete the permission form by 21 March 2025

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Student Information:

The information on this form will remain confidential to the teachers/instructors in charge of/assisting with the camp/trip. However, in the interests of the safety of all involved, any life-threatening conditions may be made known to other students. Please be assured that your child’s physical and emotional well-being always remains of paramount importance to us.

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I give my child permission to participate in the Geography Trip to Milford Sound/Te Anau.

My child has read and understands the Student Code of Conduct.

My child's medical information is up to date with Student Services

The School reserves the right not to provide a refund if your child is unable to participate in this activity.

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I acknowledge that any payments made to my child's account will be allocated to the oldest unpaid fees/charges if any and that my child is not able to participate until all these charges are paid in full.

I acknowledge and accept the Risks Disclosure.

I agree that my child is responsible for managing the taking of her prescribed medication. They are willing and able to manage the medication without direct supervision. A designated adult will hold/carry the medication for safekeeping. The prescribed medication must be clearly labelled and securely fastened. A set of detailed and clearly written instructions must be included.

I am willing and able to pick up my child if they develop any signs of sickness during the event/activity. eg: Covid

I will inform the school as soon as possible of any changes in the medical or other circumstances between now and the commencement of the event

I agree to my child receiving any emergency medical treatment as considered necessary by the medical authorities present.

Any medical costs not covered by ACC or a community service card will be paid by me.

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L1 and L2 Geography Trip

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