Year 12 PROPEL students went on an adventure to Tasmania this week as part of their English Studies course. Leaving school at 2.45am on Thursday and returning at almost midnight on Tuesday, the 5-night/6-day camp provided many opportunities to learn about themselves, each other, God and the world around them. Students were involved in planning the itinerary, and were responsible for menu planning, budgeting, shopping and preparing their own food. That challenge, along with five nights of camping in various locations, was a new experience for some. The English Studies module and task they are working through, Discovery and Investigation, saw them collecting data, exploring new places, keeping a travel journal, learning about native flora and fauna, and experiencing the natural wonders that Tasmania has to offer. The first three days were unseasonably warm and were spent exploring Cradle Mountain National Park; encountering wildlife and trekking some of the beautiful trails around the park. A trip into Devonport on Friday afternoon meant a visit to the Little Penguins and Mersey Bluff Lighthouse. The final night at Cradle Mountain was uncharacteristically clear, which made for a memorable star gazing experience. After Cradle Mountain we travelled to Port Arthur Historic Site via the Central Tablelands Conservation Area. Wet weather impacted the time that was spent at the Historic Site, but did not dampen spirits around the campsite. After Port Arthur, a road trip up the east coast to Bay of Fires saw the weather improve and some scenic stops along the way. The unique geological features of Binalong Bay in combination with balmy weather made for a lovely final night. Each location visited offered vastly different environments and learning opportunities, with a mix of alpine, coastal, city and historical contexts. It is hard to choose a favourite from the 6 day adventure, but two highlights that seem to be common among all involved are the star gazing at Cradle Mountain and walking around Dove Lake. The students will now spend time reflecting on the experience and focus on refining the data and information gathered, as well as conducting further research to compose the final product for their English Studies Task. The photos, memories and lessons learned along the way will be with us for many years to come.A big thank you to Mr Ward for coming along and sharing his wealth of knowledge and personal stories on our trip.
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