As part of our Level 1 NCEA Physical Education course we will be travelling to Pacific Avenue (Off Dunns Road) to complete an Orienteering challenge.
Depart: SGHS at 8.50 amĀ Return: SGHS approximately at 12.30 pm
Transport: We will be travelling with GoBus
Mandatory Gear List– Woolen or thermal top (worn next to skin)/Woolen or fleece jersey jacket/Windproof and Waterproof jacket/Thermal hat/Comfy shorts or longs/Comfortable shoes/Small Daypack/Water bottle/Food for the morning/Cell phone/Personal Medication
Cost: is covered via the course fee
This event contains risks, including walking and running over uneven terrain in the Sandy Point area and some self-navigation. Please be aware that the weather at this time of year is changeable and can be cold, wet and windy. The gear list is Mandatory to ensure safety of the participants. This event is supervised by Mr David Beadle, Mrs Jodie Rutledge and Miss Erica Stedman who will manage risk and hazards according to the schoolās safety management plan. The Southland Orienteering Club are facilitating the event for our students on the day. On the day students in smaller groups will be completing an Orienteering course around the Pacific Avenue area. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated.Ā Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.Ā If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Mr David Beadle on 027 6006424 or [email protected]
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 removal from the activity.
Please complete permission form below before the 26 August 2024.