Education through enriching experiences is the fundamental aim of ENVIRONMENTAL ENCOUNTERS (AUST) schools programmes. We have over twenty years experience in developing and conducting outdoors programmes for schools - a background which has continually reinforced the most basic element in outdoor education - that it must be FUN for the participants.

Our Outdoor Education School Programs may be categorised into the following areas:

• Primary school & special theme camps
  
  
• Wilderness challenge programmes
  
  
• Duke of Edingburgh scheme assistance
  
  
• Outdoor education, recreation & adventure activities

Courses Customised for Each School or Youth Group...

Our courses are customised to suit the needs of each school or youth group. We work with teachers to identify the groups' specific needs and objectives then develop a suitable programme within the agreed budget.

Our Approach to Outdoor Education for Schools...

We recognise the significance of a realistic appreciation of human limits and capacities. Our approach is one of learning to live with the natural environment rather than fighting against it. This is consistent with conservation values and emphasis on environmental appreciation and community whilst allowing children and young people to become comfortable and confident in the outdoor environment.

Safety...

Our highly qualified staff are required to provide excellent service to our clients. All staff have extensive experience in their special areas of competence, hold all relevant certificates and continually upgrade and revise their skills. Risk Management and Safety are of paramount importance.

"A huge thank you to all the Environmental Encounters staff who were involved with our recent Year 8 expedition along the Bibbulmun Track. The quality of the staff expertise, dedication and the inter-relationships formed with our students was outstanding. Safety, supervision and care were of the utmost priority throughout the week and were unquestionable. A great range of activities and challenges were provided by EEA, with students encouraged to opt in rather than coerced into participation".

"A big issue for the success of any school trip is often the quality and variety of the food on offer. Again, this was of the highest quality, with fresh fruit, drinks and snacks available throughout the day and night - no one went hungry at any stage!"

"Your preparation, organisation, care, devotion and attention to fine detail were beyond measure. All of our 85 students had a fantastic time and gained so much from the week away in the Australian bush. It is noticeable already how they have matured, become increasingly self reliant and confident. The valuable teamwork and bonding skills they have learnt will set them up well for their remaining years in school and future."

Dickon Thomas
Trips Coordinator
Tanglin Trust School
Singapore

ENVIRONMENTAL ENCOUNTERS (AUST) look forward to assisting you with your school's outdoor and camp programmes. Contact Tom & Sylvia Grove today..!

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