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Outdoor Education Philosophies

All students share a desire to have fun, but more importantly they share a need for a nurturing environment where they can mature socially, emotionally, intellectually and morally. Unlike any other single activity, Outdoor Education provides a forum in which to address all the components of personal development. Be it the physical challenge of expedition, the challenge of working with others or of leadership, planning, communication or of overcoming fears or phobias, every student will have walked away having grown personally.

Outdoor Education Philosophies at Your Local Y

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Other Activities

This activity is part of Camping, Outdoor Education - School camps, family camps, holiday camps. Some similar activities offered by YMCA Sydney include:

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