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Year 6 Camp 2013. Outward Bound HK. KEY POINTS Since 1970 = First outdoor provider in greater China Only accredited provider by the “Association of Experiential Education” within Asia Member of Outward Bound International Not for profit, non-political and non-religious
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Outward Bound HK KEY POINTS • Since 1970 = First outdoor provider in greater China • Only accredited provider by the “Association of Experiential Education” within Asia • Member of Outward Bound International • Not for profit, non-political and non-religious • Operating 40 centres in 30 countries • Each year 250,000 people attend Outward Bound globally
Their Mission To help people discover and develop their potential to care for themselves, others and the world around them through challenging experiences in unfamiliar settings
Learning Outcomes • Gain new experiences • Develop a willingness to try new things • Build a greater interest in the environment and nature • Look after themselves
Safety at Outward Bound • International Safety and Quality Reviews • Annual External Safety Audits • External Safety Committee since 1995 • Accident Investigation & Reporting System • Risk and Hazard Identification Systems • 5 Month Outdoor Instructor Training Programme for Local Talent • Safety ratio at 1:12, Water activities 2:12
What Can You Do? • Encourage your son or daughter to approach the course with a positive attitude • Fill in the medical form as thoroughly as possible • Ensure that everything on the clothing list is brought along • Check out our Website