Please enjoy your July 2018 Outdoors Victoria News
Yours in the Outdoors
The team at OV
Well we're past the year's midway point, hurtling towards longer days and the joys of Spring. While many have been away from their desks, I've been enjoying some time (post conference) to unearth what's going on around the state. This month we're excited to share some new and interesting events for your PD calendars as well as lots of other tidbits for everyone to enjoy.
We've already started planning Education Outdoors Conference 2019 and hope to make some announcements soon. We have some great ideas kicking around and I'm already feeling excited!
Thanks to those who filled out the feedback form for this year's conference and we're always open to hear more ideas. You can contact us via web or email
Yours in the (virtual) Outdoors
Robyn
Nurture in Nature’s nature play and outdoor learning conference "CAMPference" is on again this year August 17-19 (in one of Victoria's most beautiful and environmentally diverse settings) and this time we’re doing things a little (LOT!) differently.
This year they’re combining a PD, teacher retreat and nature all in one and they hope you can join them for an amazing weekend of unhurried and immersive hands on learning, outdoor play, networking, idea sharing and nature connection! BOOK NOW! Early bird Tickets end July 22
Scotland's Daniel and Terri Harrison from the Nature Nurture Project - a nature-based program designed for children suffering from trauma, anxiety and neglect will be joined by leading educational consultant, Niki Buchan (WA), Educator Dr Amanda Lloyd (NSW), Landscape Architect Mary Jeavons (Vic), Ngarrindjeri – Kaurna – Yunkunytjatjara man Allan Sumner and several other South Australian presenters. Check out the full program for the day.
The 8th International Adventure Therapy Conference Full Program is finally here
Topics include the latest developments from the Outdoor Behavioural Healthcare Research Council, the current trends in European Adventure Therapy practice, and the use of neuroscience, trauma-informed practice, and occupational therapy across adventure therapy practice. This five-day conference is full of special events such as morning walks and yoga, social events, a special book launch.
Book now to avoid disappointment as places are filling fast!
Other events for your Calendar
Great Vic Bike Ride24th Nov- 2 Dec 2018. Early bird ends on Friday 10 August! Book your spot to save $100 across all ride options.
2018 Australasian Shorebird Conference- Losing their habitats – conservation and management strategies for migratory and resident shorebirds. This conference is being hosted by Birdlife Australia inHobart, Tasmania 27–28 October 2018
OV AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP
Complimentaryaccess to Outdoor Education's Digital Library, including all current and past copies of the JOEE (Journal of Outdoor & Environmental Education) for OV Affiliate Members, their staff and students until the end of 2018.
Recognising, respecting and defending the rights of children and young people
The Commission for Children and Young People have just released a New Information Sheet for the Reportable Conduct Scheme. The new information assists organisations that are covered by the Reportable Conduct Scheme (scheme) on historical allegations. Check here to see if the scheme applies to your organisation.
9 August 2018, 2.00pm – 4.00pm
18/570 Bourke Street Melbourne- Register
In other news
Adventure Activity Standard page update: We have added Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) outdoor adventure activity weather guides, which outline available information services, hazards and warnings
The Friends of Moonee Ponds Creek have just released their winter edition newsletter and it's full of events and information for the local area. One link I personally delighted in finding was the free Hume field guides, Birds of Hume & Fauna of Hume
Looking for peer to peer outdoor gear for rent? Or are you interested in renting out your own surf, bike or snow gear when you're not using it? We found this site: QUIPMO check it out...this is not an endorsement as we've never used it but we'd love to hear from you if you have.
Please send us your news items for the next newsletter by Monday 6th AUGUST
