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 To encourage the development of a sense of community within the community group.  To promote independence and strategies to cope, by encouraging students to move beyond their comfort zones.  To stimulate a sense of adventure and gain awareness of our alpine environment – and enjoy this safely. 2

 Aug 1-5 Module A  Aug 8-12 Module B  Meet at 9.30am Bus Shelter  Return 3.30pm Bus Shelter 3

Week 1 – Module A Emma Lowing, Guy Mitchell, Warren Sanders, Megan Shiels Yr 11 Leaders – Wil Rodgers, Simon Rodd Week 2 – Module B Emma Lowing, Guy Mitchell, Warren Sanders, Penny VG Year 11 leaders – Lauren Hensell, Danielle Apted 4

5 Self contained Shearer’s quarters Tolmie Rd, Mansfield : Erica Lowing

6 “Sterling Experiences” Ski in Ski Out Tent camp at the Cricket Pitch

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9 MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY GROUP A Travel & Food shopSki Skills Day Mt Stirling Ski to Overnight Camp at Cricket Pitch with Packs Ski Day to the Summit and back to Cricket Pitch Ski home and travel GROUP B Travel & food shopSki Skills Day Mt StirlingSki to Overnight Camp at Cricket Pitch with Packs Ski Day to the Summit and back to Cricket Pitch Ski home and travel

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 Ski Patrol support for entire program  Mobile phone communication  Campsite has Refuge Area for emergencies  Qualified and First Aid Trained OE staff  Eltham meets industry standards for risk management procedures 11

Students should pack as per the equipment list, attached to the parent letter. Students must have 2 sets of thermals – top and bottom. Students must have a japara and over-pants Students must have, beanie, gloves and sunglasses or goggles. Students must carry a whistle Students must have a good quality down sleeping bag. 12

 Students will be in a cooking group with their tent partners. (groups of 4) Students will provide : 4x breakfast, 5x lunch, 3x dinner & snacks Eltham will provide dinner on Monday evening. 13

Snacks encouraged – preferably filling like muesli bars, fruit or fruit bars etc rather than lollies – no individually wrapped lollies. NO NUTS Cup a soups, hot milo and chocolate strongly suggested. Mon & Tues – lodge based meals – access to refrigeration and bbqs. Wed, Thurs, Fri – snow camping. Cooking on gas stoves, but require lightweight meals as carrying them in. Cater for $70 per student maximum to do food shopping. 14

15 Pack using clothing list Bring cut lunch on Day 1 Leave electronic gadgets (& phones) at home Make sure medical info is up to date and returned