Outdoor & Environment

HAPE

Year 9

Physical Movement Subject

This subject focuses on the environment and working with environmental groups in the local community to help make a change to protect the environment for future generations. Students will take part in bushwalking, mountain biking, surfing and snorkelling as a way of interacting and learning about themselves and the environment.

Content/skills
Students complete a range of practical and theoretical activities supported by community involvement. This subject includes an overnight hiking camp and a revegetation project with Landcare Australia. Outdoor skills such as map reading, compass use, rock climbing, snorkelling and mountain biking are also included.

Selection advice

This unit is suited to students who enjoy adventure and working in the outdoors. There is also the opportunity to be involved in community service and leadership activities. It is expected that students attend all practical activities.

Links to further pathways

This unit would be an advantage to those students considering completing VCE Outdoor & Environmental Studies or a career in the outdoor and recreation industry.