| Welcome to Ningaloo Reef Adventure
Camps. The following Teacher Materials are an extremely important part of creating a
successful camp for your students and yourselves. Please fill these materials out as fully
as you can, leaving no details out. These materials are collected by Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps and
evaluated in order to ensure that the participating students get the most out of their
camp. They enable Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps staff to create a camp to suit all the
participants and make necessary adjustments if needed. The following materials are broken
down into eight main areas.
The eight areas comprise of:
a) Components of a Ningaloo Reef
Adventure Camp
Camp safety
Boat safety
Water safety
Discipline strategy
Emergency plan
b) Student information -
is available as a download (Word document)
· Student names and personal details
· Student swimming abilities
· Special needs of students
· Student needs to bring
c) Consent form - is
also available as a download (Word document)
d) EDWA Water Based Excursion Policies
e) Payment & GST
f) EDWA K-12
Curriculum Framework
g) The Ningaloo Marine
Park
Components
of a Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps is centered on
some very important rules and regulations that all participants follow during the camp.
These rules and regulations are very basic and are there for the simple reason of safety.
The following is a copy of each rule and regulation area.
These rules and regulations are daily procedures in every Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp. If
these rules and regulations are not adhered to exactly then the result is termination of
activity. Some activities can be very dangerous and are centered around very dangerous
machines, e.g. Boats.
It is encouraged that the teacher(s)/supervisor of the
participating classes are aware of these rules and regulations and go through them with
the participating students before they arrive at camp.
Camp Safety
Always follow the directions of your Camp
Directors
Treat the Camp area as you would treat your own home, e.g.
do not trash camp area
Sunscreen, hats and footwear must be worn at all times
outside the camp area
Be careful of ropes, pegs and kitchen area around camp
Students are to remain inside the camp area when not on an
activity unless accompanied by a Director or Teacher
Immediately inform Directors/Teachers of any hazards or
emergencies
Boat Safety
· Always follow Skippers and deckies orders without fail
· No running on boat
· No jumping off boat
· Be clear of where devices are held, e.g. life jackets,
flares, etc.
· Do not have any part of the body outside of the boat at
anytime unless instructed to do so, e.g. snorkeling, diving, etc.
· Be careful at all times – Boats Can Be Extremely
Dangerous
Water
Safety
The aim of water safety education is to enable students to
recognize and assess potential aquatic dangers and develop a realistic understanding of
their swimming ability in various water and weather conditions.
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps practices some important
safety techniques. These techniques consist of –
a) Buddy system – staying with and being responsible
for you buddy at all times whilst in the water.
b)Safety aids – be aware at all
times of the location of safety aids and boats.
c)Safety signals – at all times abide by the
important safety signal of raising your arm straight in the air when in difficulty or when
you need help.
d)Coral – do not at any time touch or stand on
coral, unless in extreme emergency.
e)Sea Creatures – do not at any time touch,
provoke or corner sea creatures.
f)Admiration Of The Sea – all sea life is
unique and beautiful, and should always be visually admired.
g)Instructor’s Directions – need to be
followed without question at all times.
h)Irresponsible and Disruptive Behaviour –
will not be tolerated.
Discipline Strategy Plan
Discipline is a teacher-directed
activity whereby we seek to lead, guide, direct, manage, or confront a student about
behaviour disrupting the rights of others be they teachers or students.
Goals Of Discipline
· develop students self-discipline and
self-control
· enable student to be on-task with their learning
· enhance students self-esteem
· encourage accountability for behaviour
· encourage the individual student to recognise
and respect the rights of others
· affirm the co-operation as well as responsible
independence in learning
· to promote the values of honesty, fairness,
respect for others, etc.
· enable rational conflict-resolution
Teacher’s Practice and Philosophy Of
Teaching and Discipline
· Emphasizes due rights, responsibilities and
rules
· Minimizes hostility and embarrassment in teacher
and student interactions
· Develops and maintains respectful treatment
· Develops a climate of choice
· Provides due right of reply to the student
· follows-up and follows through with disruptive
students
· includes a wide support base as necessary to
improve and enable a positive working and social environment for students and teachers
alike
Land & Water Emergency Plan
Emergency
Sound emergency signal
Ensure safety of students
Remove person in difficulty from further
danger
Person A Person B Person C
Prepare for basic Clear pool Get assistance
Life support or (All pupils) (e.g. nurse, SES,
First aid ambulance, hospital
Assemble pupils
In a safe area away notify another person
From water if available
Assist A if necessary Return to assembly
Until medical area to give
Assistance arrives assistance
Person D
Direct ambulance/SES
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps Student Information
This form is intended to assist the school, supervising
teachers and camp organiser in the event of an emergency involving your child. It is
required for all children attending a Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp.
Click here to Download the form as a Word
document
Student Details:
Student’s name: Date of Birth:
Parent or guardian’s full name:
Address: Post code:
Telephone no. – home: Telephone no. –
work:
Telephone no. – mobile:
Name of family doctor: Telephone no:
Swimming ability (refer to teacher and school if
unsure):
1. Beginner 7. Intermediate My child has achieved
stage number:
2. Water Discovery 8. Water Wise Date achieved:
3. Preliminary 9. Senior I am unsure. Please assess
my child:
4. Water Awareness 10. Junior Swim & Survive
5. Water Sense 11. Swim & Survive Other
comments:
6. Junior 12: Senior Swim & Survive
Medical Details
Is your child subject to asthma, seizures,
fainting, epilepsy, diabetes or any other condition that may affect his or her safety
during aquatic activities?
Yes No
If "yes", give details:
Is your child allergic to?
Penicillin Give details:
Any other drug Give details:
Any food Give details:
Other Give details:
Is any special care required?
Yes No
If "yes", give details:
Tetanus Vaccination Yes No Don’t know
Medications
Arrangements for the safekeeping and handling of
medications must be made prior to the excursion.
Is your child presently taking tablets and/or other
forms of medicine?
Yes No
Does your child self-administer the medication?
Yes No
If "yes", give details (dosage,
frequency, name of medication and reason for use):
I agree to inform the organisers before the
scheduled camp departure of any change to my child’s health and fitness so that
appropriate supervision may be arranged. I acknowledge that, in the event of an accident,
the school staff and camp organiser will arrange to present my child for medical
assessment as soon as possible.
Signature of parent or guardian
Items
To Bring To A Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp
The following items need to be
brought by students to camp –
All Sleeping Materials – blanket, sheet,
sleeping bag, towel, pillow, pillow cases
Swimming Gear – bathers, towels, wet shirts or
wet suits if desired
Necessary Clothing - warm/night time clothing
(jeans and tracksuits) rain jacket, hat
T-shirts and shorts/skirts, enclosed footwear
School Materials - coloured pens and pencils, glue
Other - Water bottle, Snorkel gear, Fishing gear,
Sunscreen
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp Consent form
Click here to
Download the form as a Word
document
As a Parent/Guardian of
I, give my consent for him/her to participate in a
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp that includes many activities that I have been made aware of
by the cover letter and agree to delegate my authority to the Staff and Instructors
involved.
Such Staff, Teachers and Instructors may take
whatever disciplinary action they deem necessary to ensure the safety, well-being and
successful conduct of the students as a group, or individual in the above mentioned
activities.
I also authorize the Staff, Teachers and
Instructors to obtain medical assistance which they deem necessary should occur, and agree
to pay all medical expenses incurred on behalf of the above student.
I have read the camp activities outline and I am
aware of the program for which my consent is requested.
I submit the attached medical information about the
above student and include details of limitations, which he/she has for the activities
concerned.
I further authorise qualified practitioners to
administer anaesthetic if such an eventuality arises.
I fully understand that Ningaloo Reef Adventure
Camps will take no responsibility for injury or serious injury during camp.
Signed
(Parent/Guardian)
Date: / /2002
EDWA Water
Based Excursions Procedures & Policies
Worksafe Regulations
Recreational Diving and Snorkelling Codes For WA
The Education Department of WA and Sate
Government has implemented a new strict set of procedures and policies for water based
excursion. Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps follows and adheres to all the guidelines present
in these policies.
The following information outlines the procedures
EDWA has put into place. This information will help you complete the necessary forms for a
successful camp. If you wish to have a copy of this policy please ask your principal or
access the website
http://www.eddept.wa.edu.au/regframe/index.cfm
This information is to help the supervising teacher
fill in the Checklist for Water-Based Excursions. If you need more details please contact
me on 99485 041.
Definition
A water-based excursion is any excursion where
activities occur in or around water and present a risk to the safety of students.
Assess &
Minimise Potential Risks
Assess the Water-Based Environment
Coral Bay and surrounding areas, such as the Lagoon
are safe, closed water-based environments. They contain no very deep water; dumping waves;
rips or strong currents.
Main concerns are from coral cuts; sunburn; and
hyperventilation.
Areas have been selected that are no longer than
100 metres, unless board riders/boats/canoes are present. Areas are well defined and have
been used by many swimmers and snorkellers of all ages.
Assess the Students Water Skills & Abilities
All students/parents are to complete a thorough
swimming evaluation form. All "at risk" students are monitored closely and
activities selected to suit their swimming levels.
Assess the Activities to Be Conducted
All activities used during camp have been
thoroughly tested. Activities are determined on age; ability; experience and environmental
conditions.
Assess the Capabilities of the Supervisory Team
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps supplies experienced,
qualified supervisors/external providers who are trained to deal with the environments of
the Ningaloo Reef. If need be specialists/external providers are employed by Ningaloo Reef
Adventure Camps.
Assess The Need To Use External Providers
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps performs over 20
camps a year, with around 700 children passing through its doors. It is run and owned by
Kane Simpson an experienced EDWA teacher, with qualifications in Senior 1st
Aid; Surf Life Saving WA Surf Rescue Certificate; Austswim Certificate; and Out-door
Education. Federal Police Clearance Certificate held.
All other staff and specialists/external providers
are fully trained, accredited and experienced professionals. Further details on these
people can be obtained if desired.
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps is a fully registered
and insured ($20 million) business.
Determine the Required Level of Supervision
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps adheres to the
minimum level of supervision in all activities. Students are broken into small groups to
ensure safety; enjoyment and educational value.
At no time will there be less than 2 supervisors,
and one of these supervisors will be a qualified supervisor.
In closed water environments (Coral Bay) EDWA
standards are adhered to – 1 qualified supervisor for every 32 students or part
thereof; and for every 12 students or part thereof, there will be one supervisor
(inclusive of the qualified supervisor).
In open water environments EDWA standards are
adhered to – 1 qualified supervisor for every 16 students or part thereof; and for
every 8 students or part thereof, there will be one supervisor (inclusive of the qualified
supervisor).
Establish Supervision Strategies
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps applies the following
supervision and safety strategies –
Students are continually in view of supervisors
Supervisors restrict students to designated area
Head counts are implemented entering water, exiting
water and during activity
Supervisors patrol designated areas
Safety check systems implemented – Buddy and
check systems, water checks, safety stops
Develop A Means of Identifying Students
Students are identified by armbands. Coral Bay is
an isolated place with a limited number of people in the water. It is very easy to
identify students in the water.
Develop A Communication Strategy
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps practices
and implements the use of whistles, safety and emergency signals (universal signals).
The major emergency service in Coral Bay is the
SES. At all times supervisors are able to contact the local nurse, hospital and SES. In
cases of travelling to remote locations a high frequency radio is used to keep in contact
with the SES at all times. This radio has been tested thoroughly. SES is kept in touch
with our movements.
Payment & GST
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps accepts a 30% deposit
6 weeks before the commencement of the camp. Final payment is due during camp. A 10% GST
is placed upon the payments. A tax invoice is distributed as soon as confirmation of the
camp is given.
In the event of a camp cancellation after the
deposit has been received a sum of the deposit will not be returned depending upon the
circumstances.
The K-12
Curriculum Framework
Health & Physical Education
(Outcomes - 1,2,3,4,5)
The Health and Physical Education learning areas directly interrelate with Ningaloo
Reef Adventure Camps programs. The camps focus on all learning outcomes - knowledge and
understanding; attitudes and values; skills for physical activity; self-management; and
inter-personal skills. Camp programs involve many interesting and motivating activities.
Some examples of these activities are various day and night time games and experiences;
use of communication and interpersonal skills in team games and camp experiences; use of
decision-making skills for choice of tactics and strategies; involvement of various health
programs e.g. food preparation, cooking, non-smoking programs, fitness programs; out-door
education; swimming and snorkelling development; safety awareness; and watercraft
activities.
Society and Environment
Society and Environment outcomes are implemented through a variety of activities in
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps itineraries. Students develop understandings related to
natural and social systems, including the interplay between elements of the natural and
built environments; values associated with ecological sustainability; a sense of care for
the natural environment and make informed decisions that support this goal. They further
explore the impact of technology in their lives, on the local environment and in the wider
global context.
Mathematics
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps implements the following Mathematics learning area outcomes
- appreciating mathematics; working mathematically; number; measurement; space; and chance
and data. Example activities are scoring various activities; dimensions of fields and
courts; timing games; weather patterns and navigation observations; interpretations and
inferences; measuring equipment for food and cooking; environmental issues (statistics);
and use of maps.
Science (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9)
One of the Ningaloo Adventure Camps strongest links is with the Science learning area.
Knowledge of physical, biological and natural worlds, investigating physical, mental,
emotional and environmental variables; preparation of food; processes and products of
science and their effect on people and the environment; and form reasoned judgements about
recycling and environmental protection.
Science learning outcomes implemented are investigating, communicating scientifically;
science in daily life; acting responsibly; science in society; life and living; and earth
and beyond.
L.O.T.E (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4)
Students have the opportunity to appreciate the ways in which language and culture are
associated with games, sport, food and leisure activities that contribute to the
Australian way of life. Students also comprehend, communicate, view, read and respond to a
target language; learn about sociolinguistic and sociocultural understandings; continue to
make meaning of languages; and practice expressing themselves.
Examples of activities include - playing active games using target language; play culture
specific sports and games; compare and cook diets of other countries; and use names and
language appropriate to camp facilities and activities.
Technology and Enterprise (Outcomes -
1,2,3,4)
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps incorporates Technology and Enterprise outcomes through a
variety of ways. These include promotion of nutrition, physical growth and development of
interpersonal skills, use of technologies (computer and boat equipment), design and
development of solutions to problems of local and global environments.
The Arts (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4)
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps draws on some of the understands of , elements,
processes and skills of art forms developed in The Arts. These include - dance, music,
environmental art, Aboriginal artisan language, movies, cultural heritage, creative
thinking processes, drama, enquiry process, ideas related to food preparation and
nutrition, growth and development of safety elements, and aerobic fitness.
English (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9)
English learning area outcomes are achieved at Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps. Examples are
- use of appropriate language in different context; positive effects on self esteem and
confidence; use of verbal and non verbal messages to communicate understandings of camp
concepts; and implementation of reading, writing, listening, viewing and speaking
activities.
Values
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps promotes the growth of core shared values in its activities.
These values are pursuit of knowledge and a commitment to achievement of potential; self
acceptance and respect of self, respect and concern for others and their rights; social
and civic responsibility; and environmental responsibility.
The Ningaloo Marine
Park
This part of the Teacher Materials focuses on
information for the teacher on The Ningaloo Marine Park. It aims to give the teacher some
knowledge that they can share with the students before they come to camp. It also serves
as a warm-up to the cognitive booklet activities, which are also outlined in this area. It
is encouraged that this information be shared with the children. All the information is
relative to the camp, but some of the words may be confusing and need explaining to the
children.
This information can be included in classroom
activities, especially if a map of the Ningaloo Marine Park can be found (Tourist Bureau).
This section contains some very interesting information that will be used during the camp.
The Ningaloo Marine Park
Along the remote northern coastline of Western
Australia’s vast wilderness is Ningaloo Marine Park; the only extensive coral reef
system in the world which occurs on the western coast of a continent. Just slightly more
than one-tenth the length of the Great Barrier Reef, stretching 260 km south from the tip
of the Northwest Cape, Ningaloo is special in many ways.
The Ningaloo Reef found in the rich biological area
of the Indo-Australian Archipelago and houses a great variety of both fish and
invertebrate species. Apart from the huge numbers of reef fishes and sea life that thrive
in this marine park, turtles, sailfish, marlins, manta rays, oceanic sharks, dolphins,
dugongs and humpback whales are also local inhabitants. The Ningaloo Reef is also the only
place in the world where the mighty whale shark comes to visit each year during the months
of March and June.
History of the Ningaloo Marine Park
and Cape Range National Park
Parks of the Coral Coast provide ideal
locations for recreation and for learning about the environment in which we live.
A variety of natural communities are represented in
the parks. The rugged stone country of Cape Range descends to arid coastal plains and
drifting sand dunes, then on to the turquoise water of the coral reefs and ocean depths of
Ningaloo. Powered by energy from the sunlight, the plants and animals of these communities
depend on one another to survive and provide essential habitats for rare and endangered
species.
Once the home of aboriginal people, the Coral Coast
has since been witness to historic expeditions, severe cyclones, military activity and a
variety of maritime industries. Whaling and turtle hunting are now banned, but fishing,
oil exploration and the production of wool continue in the region. Today, the major growth
industry is tourism, with increasing numbers of visitors each year.
The rich natural and cultural heritage of the Coral
Coast is now protected within two major parks. Cape Range National Park was once a
pastoral land, but was declared a national park in 1964. Ningaloo Marine Park stretches
along 260 km of coastline and was established by the State and commonwealth Governments in
1987.
Coral Bay
Coral Bay is at the southern gateway to the
Ningaloo Reef Marine Park and the Cape Range National Park. Located in the
Australia’s unique northwest it is a paradise for people of all ages and offers a
safe and magnificent hideaway.
The most spectacular wonder of the Coral Bay area
is of course the Ningaloo Reef. This reef is the largest fringing reef in the world. It
stretches from North to South for 260km, and supports over 500 different varieties of fish
and comprises more than 220 species of coral. It also boasts a fine array of marine life,
including dugong, turtles, dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and the whale shark.
The climate of Coral Bay is warm and dry all year
round. The summer months bring superb temperatures ranging from the mid to high 30’s,
whilst the winter months provide warm sunny days with an average of 25 degrees Celsius.
Water temperatures range throughout the year from 20 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees
Celsius.
Coral Bay Settlement
Coral Bay Settlement is a very small and
environmentally fragile place. It houses approximately seventy semi-permanent locals and
one thousand tourists a week. It has no police station, post office or sewage system.
The Settlement was first begun to enable the
American soldiers based in Exmouth to have a place to stay when on retreat. Coral Bay,
which is part of Cardibia Station, housed mainly fisher persons and a small number of
tourists. It now has grown dramatically and offers an array of activities to participate
in and caters for tourists from all over the world.
Preservation
Coral reefs of the world are under threat,
especially those near shallow shelves and dense populations. It had been estimated that 10
percent of the earth’s coral reefs have already been destroyed beyond recovery. The
Ningaloo Marine Park is one of the most well preserved reefs in the world and is an ever
increasingly popular tourist destination. Preservation of the quality of this marine
environment can never be over emphasized; both government agencies and operators have
initiated measures to protect the natural heritage of the Ningaloo Marine Park.
One protective measure that has been put into place
is the creation of the Maud Sanctuary Zone. The Maud Sanctuary Zone encompasses all of
Bill’s Bay (Coral Bay) and is clearly marked on the water with sanctuary zone marker
buoys. Shore signs show the boundary of the sanctuary zone joining the beach. This
sanctuary zone was established to protect Bill’s Bay’s fragile marine ecosystem.
It allows all visitors to observe wildlife, but no fishing is permitted.
Fishing the Ningaloo Marine Park
The Ningaloo Marine Park is one of Western
Australia’s most popular fishing holiday destinations. It is crucial for the future
of the Ningaloo Marine Park, both as a conservation area, and a recreational fishing area,
that it is protected from overfishing.
Fishing rules for the Ningaloo Marine Park and
Exmouth Gulf include a daily limit of seven fish per angler, a 17 kg limit on the amount
of fish you may have in you possession west of the Minilya-Exmouth Road and Exmouth
townsite and special protection for rare and vulnerable fish species such as giant cod.
These limits are key conservation strategies for
the area, and have been developed in close consultation with recreational fishing groups
and the community. They are intended to protect fish breeding stocks, reduce recreational
fishing pressure to a sustainable level, discourage excessive fish kills, and reduce the
incentive for illegal "shamateur" fish selling.
(Some of the information provided in this section
was taken from various information booklets and pamphlets created by such organisations as
C.A.L.M. and the Western Australian Fisheries. If you would like some of these information
booklets and pamphlets to be sent to you please contact me and I shall organise it.) |
