EDF3604

Camp Planning and Practices

Lecturer in Charge: To be advised

6 points - 2 hours per week - practica of 8 days - Second Semester - Gippsland - Prerequisite(s) EDG1503 or equivalent

Objectives By the end of this subject students should have acquired a historical perspective and a personal philosophy towards base camping; experience in programming for base camps, including the needs of specific populations; an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the different people associated with the operation of a camp; practical learning experiences related to leading, organising, and administering a residential base camp and a personal resource file relevant to all aspects of camping.
Synopsis This subject aims to equip students with the skills, knowledge, resources, values, and philosophies of camping, and in particular, the role of the camp leader. The course will familiarise students with the planning, organisational and administrative aspects of residential base camping, particularly with respect to programs for schools. Practical application of theories and skills associated with residential camping will be incorporated into this subject which will include planning and attendance at camps.

Assessment Two assignments (2000 words each): 30% each, Journal (3000 words): 40%, Hurdle requirement: camp practicum.

Recommended texts

Camping Association of Victoria Inc., 1997, Camping With Confidence. Australian Campsite Accreditation Program. Melbourne.
Department of Sport and Recreation, 1994, Bushwalking and Mountain Leadership, Handbook of the Victorian Bushwalking and Mountaincraft Training Advisory Board, Melbourne.
Department of Education,Victoria, 1998, Safety Guidelines - Camping and Bush Activities, Publications and Information Branch, Curriculum Services Unit, Melbourne.
Education Department of Victoria, 1992, Safety in Outdoor Adventure Activities, Publications and Information Branch, Curriculum Services Unit, Melbourne.
MacDowall, D, (Ed), 1999, Camping In Victoria. Camping Association of Victoria Inc., Melbourne.
MacDowall, D, 1993, Going Away in Groups, Camping Association of Victoria Inc., Melbourne.
Mercer, D, (Ed) 1994, New Viewpoints in Australian Outdoor Recreation Research and Planning, Hepper Marriott & Associates. Melbourne

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