During Week 1 of this term, Year 12 Outdoor Ed embarked on a journey to Hillary Outdoors on Great Barrier Island.
The week began with a picturesque ferry ride from Sandspit to the island, including brief dolphin spotting.
The next days were filled with challenging outdoor activities which ranged from climbing the Via Ferrata and high-ropes to using our team-building skills to waka or kayak and then coast-steer around an island, including cliff jumping, sea caving and navigating strong tides.
We wrapped up the week with an overnight tramping and camping experience, which included team challenges along the way. The final morning began with a bright and early start, followed by a stream navigation adventure in the dark, to push our leadership abilities.
As the week concluded we were exhausted, bruised and a little bit smelly, though we know the memories shared with our classmates, teachers, and Hillary Outdoors’ instructors during our time at Great Barrier Island will never be forgotten.
