UPCOMING INFORMATION SESSION
For the next TOE program come along to the Information Session on
Thursday the 12th of April
2pm to 3:30pm
A yummy afternoon tea provided
Register your interest here
or call 9855 2633
The information Session is for participants and workers. The TOE staff will give a brief talk and
answer questions to give participants an idea if this is the right program for them.

Bush Adventure Therapy program

TOE'S Bush Adventure Therapy program is an intensive 4 – 6 week program which incorporates a challenging wilderness journey in bushwalking, ski-touring, or rafting (depending on the season and conditions).

During the program, participants set personal goals for the program; learn teamwork; gain an understanding of many aspects of "safety"; take up the challenges of outdoor adventure; acquire living skills; enjoy a sense of health and well being; and are encouraged to take control and make decisions about the programming.

Young people are supported to deal with and reflect upon the difficult life circumstances that may have brought them to TOE.

These programs assist young people to recognise their own strengths and to make changes that are valuable in everyday life.

TOE runs four Core programs per year (2 x 4 week and 2 x 6 week).

Referrals

Referrals can be made by self (young person), family, friends, and other community/government agencies. Core programs are government funded, so there is no cost to participants. Click here to register interest or call TOE for further information.

Community Adventure programs

TOE's Community Adventure Programs accept referrals from other community based agencies. The programs are tailored to meet the particular needs and aims of the already organised or identified group.

TOE develops the tailored program in collaboration with community agencies, focusing on adventure, healthy living and the outdoors. Programs may involve bushwalking, rock climbing, rafting canoeing, caving, or cross country skiing (season dependant).

Programs may range in duration from 1 day workshops; 1 day adventures; 2-5 day / 1-4 overnight trips or journeys; extended remote journeys.

The agency programs offer opportunities for young people to connect with nature, to develop teamwork skills, to focus on leadership, to experience health and wellbeing, and to have some fun!

There is an expectation that the referring agency staff will support and be directly involved in any Community Adventure Program.

Referrals

TOE's Community Adventure Programs accept referrals from other community based agencies. The programs are tailored to meet the particular needs and aims of the already organised or identified group.  Agency programs are subsidised by TOE, but do attract a fee for service to cover costs. Click here to register interest or call TOE for further information.

Selection process

• Firstly staff and participants are encouraged to come to an information session
• They will then be invited to an interview to determine eligibility for the program
• We then make a group selection and personally welcome the participant  in to the program

How to get involved

• Call The Outdoor Experience team on 03 9855 2633
• Register your interest online