by Robyn Allan | Jun 8, 2017 | Outdoor Education
Contemporary Approaches to Land Management and Biodiversity When: July 25th, 2017 3.30pm-5.30pm Where: Recreation House: conference room, Westerfolds Park, Templestowe Tired of teaching the same old examples of land management and biodiversity in your Outdoor...
by Robyn Allan | Apr 21, 2017 | media release, Outdoor news
SchoolHolidays.com.au, Australia’s Visual Search Engine of Family Fun says learning doesn’t stop when the bell rings. In late April SchoolHolidays.com.au a new Outdoors Victoria affiliate, will launch its unique photo and video search engine of fun, so simple, even...
by Robyn Allan | Apr 11, 2017 | Events
On 29th March, Outdoors Victoria organised the gathering of 23 leaders connected to the outdoors sector from Government Departments, Government Agencies, Peak and Representative bodies. The meeting took place at Life Saving Victoria’s awesome facility on the beach at...
by Robyn Allan | Apr 10, 2017 | Outdoor Education
John Quay is a welcome addition as MC for our pre-conference Research Symposium day being held on Thursday 25th May at LaTrobe University, Bendigo. John is an associate professor in the Graduate School of Education at the University of Melbourne. His research draws on...
by Robyn Allan | Jan 6, 2017 | Outdoor news
CALLING FOR NOMINATIONS TO HELP DRAFT new Australian Adventure Activity Standards. If you have expertise in any of the fields below, now is your chance to bring your knowledge to the table and help influence the national guidelines for that activity for years to come....
by Robyn Allan | Dec 22, 2016 | media release, Outdoor news
Parks Victoria has welcomed 37 new seasonal rangers to boost park services during the busy summer period. The seasonal rangers will be based in different locations across the state to help Parks Victoria continue to provide quality services and experiences for the...
by Robyn Allan | Dec 9, 2016 | Events, Outdoor news
John Marsden, renowned author and founder of Candlebark School which he has described as ‘somewhere between Steiner and The Simpsons’ will be presenting at the 2017 Australian Association for Bush Adventure Therapy (AABAT) Forum. Set up in 2006, Candlebark School is...
by Robyn Allan | Dec 2, 2016 | Outdoor news
Volunteer Sherpas For the more adventurous there are now ten all-terrain TrailRider wheelchairs in various locations to take visitors along tracks and to places they could never have previously visited. Volunteer sherpas are available to help TrailRiders navigate...
by Robyn Allan | Nov 23, 2016 | Events
Early Bird registration closes on February 28th! Register now for the Bush Adventure Therapy National Forum 2017. This exciting event will be held at the Candlebark School, Romsey, Victoria on 21- 23 April, 2017. Register early and increase your chances of winning a...
by Robyn Allan | Nov 15, 2016 | Outdoor Education
By Steve Mc Murtrie Outdoor Education Australia (OEA) state representatives recently attended a meeting with ACARA (Australian Curriculum Assessment & Reporting Authority) regarding Outdoor Education in the Australian Curriculum. The meeting is a culmination of...
by Robyn Allan | Nov 14, 2016 | Newsletters
I’m honoured to take on the role of Chair after Scott Chapman stood down from the role last month. Scott’s commitment, care and leadership has been invaluable in the foundational years for OV and we thank him for his service after so many years of service to the...
by Robyn Allan | Oct 31, 2016 | Events, Policy
TRAINING FOR THE OUTDOOR SECTORS: FUTURE PRIORITIES Please download to review the recommendations currently being considered. Employers and RTOs in the Outdoor Recreation Sector: We want to hear from you to better understand the needs of the sector beyond...
by Robyn Allan | Oct 28, 2016 | Outdoor Education
**This survey has been extended until the 28th of November at 5pm** The Safety Guidelines for Education Outdoors (SGEO) is an online resource on the Department of Education and Training (DET) website. The SGEO are in place to support schools and teachers in the...
by Robyn Allan | Sep 5, 2016 | jobs
Outdoors Victoria, the lead voice for Victoria’s outdoor recreation, education, therapy and nature-based tourism community, is seeking an experienced and capable leader to help grow our influence and capability. This is a rare and challenging opportunity to lead...
by Robyn Allan | Jul 13, 2016 | jobs, Outdoor Education
Increasing our support of outdoor education Outdoors Victoria needs an Outdoor Education Officer, and we’re looking forward to welcoming them into our ranks soon. The Outdoor Education Officer will help us deliver world-class resources and professional...
by Robyn Allan | Jun 9, 2016 | Outdoor Education
The powerpoint resource from Dr Rachael Sharman’s keynote presentation at our recent Outdoor Education Conference 2016, is now available in our resource library. Rachael’s presentation was titled “Every parent wants their child to grow into a strong,...
by Robyn Allan | Jun 8, 2016 | Events
Register now to secure your seat. Registration closes this Friday, 10th June. We are delighted to have the following speakers lined up: Bradley Fauteux, Chief Executive, Parks Victoria Adam Muir, Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning Shae Keenan, Tourism...
by Robyn Allan | May 26, 2016 | Events
One-day intensive focus on nature-based tourism policy, innovation and networking Date: 15 June 2016 Time: 10 am – 4 pm Location: Abbotsford Convent, Melbourne Registration details here Following last October’s successful inaugural nature-based tourism...
by Robyn Allan | Apr 26, 2016 | Events, Outdoor Education
It’s not too late. REGISTER NOW Everyone must be registered whether you’re a presenter, sponsors & staff or an attendee. That way no-one goes hungry and we know who you are 🙂 If eligible for a freebie (sponsors, volunteers and those attending only for...
by Robyn Allan | Feb 12, 2016 | Events, Outdoor Education
The Sponsorship packages for our Education Outdoors Conference 2016 are available now. We are constantly updating info for Sponsors, presenters and all attendees The latest education conference email news If you aren’t receiving the latest updates and would like...
