On Friday 30 August to Sunday 1 September, Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver participants completed their Adventurous Journey component along the Murramurang South Coast Walk in NSW. It took 35km, 45,000 steps and 8hrs for us to reach the finish line hiking with a pack.

Students gained many independent skills such as setting up a tent, packing light, cooking and caring for themselves. We also encountered tidal waters where students had choices to navigate the terrain due to the tide.

The Duke of Edinburgh participants did a great job and are now confident to do an overnight journey.

A huge thank you to Miss Kyanah Goggin for assisting the team with this trip, Miss Tori Dallas for helping with the logistics of the trip and Mrs Darmody for supporting the trip. I could not have done it without these great teachers.

Mr. Adam McDonnell
Teacher – Outdoor Education, PE, Duke of Edinburgh Award Leader
Drexel House