Duke of Edinburgh Camp

Duke of Edinburgh - Adventurous Journey 

From the 26 - 29 April,  twenty-eight Year 9 students completing the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award attended the Wilson's Promontory hiking camp. The three groups set off on Tuesday from either Telegraph Saddle or Tidal River and returned on Friday after walking close to 30 kilometers carrying food, tents, clothes, and other equipment on their backs. 

Throughout the camp students developed their outdoor living skills including cooking on Trangia stoves, setting up a tent, travelling as a group, and navigating using a compass. 

The groups were treated to stunning weather during the day as they walked along pristine beaches, through rainforests, and up mountains. 

At different stages of the hike, all students were challenged, however, they demonstrated outstanding resilience to overcome the difficulties they faced.  Pending the submission of their hike reflection, all students were successful in meeting the requirements for the adventurous journey section of the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award. 

I would like to give a big thank you to Ms. Lauren Van Der Westhuizen and Mr. David Morris for attending the camp. 

Mr Adrian Ferres, Melba House Leader