The Awards

Adventurous Journey notes

All groups must follow the planning and preparation guidelines and standards as provided by The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD), follow advice from the CFA, The Department of Sustainability and should the need arise – the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (1800 240 667).

When embarking on an Adventurous Journey, ensure that:

Communication equipment and procedures are in place, functional and reliable.
Risk Management procedures are in place and appropriate authorities notified.
All parties are familiar with Emergency procedures – using phones, Personal Location Beacons (PLB), EPIRBs, Radios etc.

Familliarise yourself with the area – use maps and guides.
Meet often with your team and make sure you have a minimum of 4 people in your group
Get your gear well ahead of the trip and make sure you know how to use it.
Make sure you have Risk Management systems in place.
Ensure your medical supplies are stocked and that you are meeting your medical needs.
Get fit for the trip.
Ensure you have adequate and nutritional food.
Prepare for the unexpected! Have solid contingency plans in place.
Keep a diary, journal or blog of the experience.
Ensure you look after the environment on your Journey!

You may find the following links useful if you require options for your Adventurous Journey

Ray Connor: Independent Expedition Officer. Ray Facilitates expeditions for Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Ed Participants at Wilsons Promontory and the Walhalla area during school holiday periods.
T: 0419 599 039 E: raycon@aussiebroadband.com.au

Quest Skills for Life: runs journeys and adventure experiences for young people, and specifically programs that fulfill the requirements of Duke of Ed.

Parks Victoria: can provide ideas and inspirations for Adventurous Journeys in Victoria. Parks Victoria has over 100 Licensed Tour Operators qualified to run a range of outdoor recreational and educational activities suitable for Adventurous Journeys.

Kinglake Ranges Wilderness Camp
Contact: Colin French
E: office@krwc.com.au

Victorian Mountain Tramping Club: runs bushwalks most weekends and can assist Award Participants
Contact: Peter Conroy
T: 0425 721 479 E: support@claredaledistributers.com.au

Destination Dreaming: conducts expeditions to Fiji and Far North Queensland.
Contact: Clint Miller
T: 9030 0116 E: info@destinationdreaming.com.au

Outward Bound: conducts expedition program suited to Award requirements.
Contact: Sean Powell
T: 9473 4357 E: seanp@outwardbound.org.au

Trek Climb Ski: conducts climbing and skiing expeditions in Nepal and Aspen, Colorado.