Join us as we hit the Adventure trail at our Southern Adventure Hub testing your skills and balance over different obstacles. Using those skills you can take to the ropes as you try your hand at our Rock Climbing and High Ropes courses.

What's included:

• A minimum of 2 experienced and qualified Outdoor Education Instructors

• All activity equipment

• Safety instructions

• Transport Options: Glynde, Tusmore, Parklands (South of City), Mt Barker, Strathalbyn

Please read through all the information and all documents in each tab to get a good understanding of the program before coming back to this tab to start the registering process.

INFECTION CONTROL

Dear valued client,

The health and wellbeing of our employees and clients are a top priority for Wilderness Escape and we are continuously monitoring the COVID-19 situation in South Australia. In light of this we have modified our Infection Control Policy by implementing a number of changes to minimise the potential spread of infectious illnesses during our programs and camps.

The following policies are being enforced, effective immediately for anyone attending a Wilderness Escape program and camp including participants, school staff and Wilderness Escape employees.
1. Anyone who has travelled internationally in the two weeks leading up to a scheduled Wilderness Escape program cannot attend.
2. Anyone who has had contact with people who have travelled internationally, in the two weeks leading up to a scheduled Wilderness Escape program cannot attend.
3. Anyone with any flu-like symptoms and/or fever cannot attend.
4.Wilderness Escape staff will work in partnership with attending school staff to ensure cleaning / disinfection of contact surfaces by following the updated cleaning / disinfection routines that are now in place for the complete duration of the program, including any transport to and from the program.
5.Wilderness Escape will provide adequate amounts of cleaning / disinfection supplies and ensure all staff on program are up-to-date with infection control procedures via in-house training and staff briefings prior to start of any program or camp.

REGISTRATION GUIDE

1. You must create an account for yourself as the PARENT or GUARDIAN / CAREGIVER to register your child for the program/camp. (The page will reload after successful account creation)
   First time users go to the bottom of the page and select [Register for an account]. You must prove you are over 18 years old of age when making the account by providing your D.O.B.
   Returning users go to the bottom of the page and select [Log into an existing account].
2. After successful account creation the page will refresh. Any person going on a program will need to be registered as a participant.
   To add a new participant, click the [+ New Participant] button and fill in the medical form and disclaimers with information for the individual going on the program and then select [Add to Cart]
   For returning users, if the child you are registering for the program/camp is already listed, click their name.
   Update any medical details required and acknowledge the consent information where indicated and click [Add to Cart]
3. A pop-up window will appear.
   If you have finished adding participants, click [Checkout]. You will see who you have registered.
   If you need to add another participant click [Register Another Participant].
4. Read through, tick agreement and sign the disclaimer. Click [Save & Continue]
5. Finish order by clicking “Process Order”

* If you are redirected to the main page at any stage, re-enter the link the school gave you.
* If you click add to cart and get redirected back to the page, but the medical form comes back empty - You may need to disable any pop-up blockers.

On program contact number

0411 728 976 (7:45am-5:15pm on day of the program)

If you need to contact the staff or your child on the program please call the above number. Please only call this number during program times and only if your child is on program that day.

For any general office enquires please call the office.

8165 2022 (9am - 5pm Monday - Friday)

WEOA acknowledge that your child might not initially know anyone attending the program, however we design our experiences to make everyone feel comfortable from the moment we meet, potentially building new friendships to last a lifetime.

After you book you will receive an email covering the following information:

-Pick up / Drop off points (4 locations to chose from)

-Contact details

-What to Bring list

The programs we conduct have been designed to provide a level of mental and physical challenge to participants. With all activities come specific hazards as well as general hazards which need to be noted.

Wilderness Escape programs are held outdoors throughout many different areas of South Australia’s wilderness. While our staff minimise each activity's risk there are some variables which are out of our control such as the environment and weather. Participants need to be aware the planned activities will still run during weather which may not be ideal e.g. heat, cold, wind, or rain although activities do have contingencies for extreme weather. While the weather or conditions may not be ideal during the program, this is a part of the overall experience and will help participants build resilience through stretching comfort zones.

For more information regarding risk management strategies visit our website: http://www.wildernessescape.com.au

If you require any further information about the camp program please feel free to make contact with the staff at WEOA during office hours on 8165 2022

All Wilderness Escape staff members have a minimum of Senior First Aid training, whilst support staff hold an upgraded skillset which includes Remote Area First Aid. All staff will carry a comprehensive Group First Aid kit during the activities during the program. If you feel that additional information should be supplied regarding your child's medical or psychological history then please upload/return it as a medical action/care plan.

Before the program, ensure your child’s medical information form is completed online so that staff are aware of any medication they may be taking. Please make sure any medication required is noted on the medical form indicating the condition under which it is to be taken, and participants bring it with them. For example, Epipens or Ventolin must accompany them at all times. This includes medication that may be taken infrequently and over the counter medication (such as Panadol for headaches or Nurofen for migraines). WEOA staff are not able to supply medications to a participant unless it is noted on the medical form.

*PLEASE NOTE: In the case of medical conditions, such as asthma, allergies, anaphylaxis, diabetes or epilepsy, any existing management plan and emergency plan signed by a GP or specialist must be attached/uploaded at the time of registration (please make sure it is legible). This also applies to any medication your child may be taking for any or these conditions. If you are unsure about your child’s ability to participate in the activities based on their medical conditions then please consult your family physician.

To achieve the program outcomes, this activity has been designed to provide a level of challenge suitable for the age group and ability level of young people on average based on the age range indicated.

The program descriptors and levels for the program are listed under (Please click on Key Program Indicators for explanation of the levels)

Summary of WEOA standard risk management procedures

Food - if meals are provided on program

• All meals on programs are designed for the age group of participants and their nutritional needs in an outdoor environment
• All WEOA instructors and cooks have access to dietary and allergy information that was entered while registering participants
• Based on the dietary requirements, WEOA will ensure that all dietary needs are met
• All WEOA programs are nut-free as a policy and care is taken to ensure all meals conform to that
• In case any participant has other food allergies e.g. gluten, dairy etc., care is taken to prepare and cook their meals separately where required

Medical information

• All WEOA staff are trained in providing First Aid and allergy management
• WEOA staff have access to all medical action plans of participants while on the program
• At the start of the program and before starting any activity, WEOA staff remind participants to carry their personal medication or ensure that it is readily accessible with any accompanying staff member

Transport

• WEOA is an accredited transport provider and all our buses conform to DPTI standards
• All WEOA bus drivers have driver accreditation and strictly follow DPTI standards
• WEOA staff are trained to follow only approved travel routes to and from venues

Accommodation - if a multi day program

• All campsites and accommodations used by WEOA meet the requirements of ATAP standards
• All our activity sites are adequately documented in our internal manual with evacuation options and procedures to follow

Activities

• All WEOA staff are trained to closely monitor and coach participants during activities
• All participants are also supervised during free time
• Any activity can be modified or changed if needed by the Program Manager of the day

Weather / Fire etc.

• The Program Manager of the day conducts a daily weather checks
• The Program Manager will consult the WEOA All Hours Contact (AHC) for any modification or change in planned activity
• WEOA staff adhere to CFS advisories on fire ratings and brief participants accordingly
• WEOA staff are trained to follow WEOA procedures for using fires and Trangia fuel stoves

WEOA staff

• All WEOA staff are outdoor professionals who strongly believe in experiential education
• All WEOA staff receive regular in-house training and opportunities to up skill themselves
• All WEOA staff have DCSI clearance, Catholic education check or National police certificate to work with students