In this episode, I talk with David, Programme Coordinator for the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at Wintec, to talk about the power and importance of Outdoor Education in Aotearoa. David shares his journey from high school teacher to tertiary educator and why outdoor education has been a life-changing force for both himself and countless students.
We explore how outdoor ed builds resilience, leadership, problem-solving skills, teamwork, and mental wellbeing, while also providing authentic ways to connect with te ao Māori and Aotearoa’s environment. David highlights the life lessons you simply can’t teach within four walls and shares inspiring stories of students whose lives have been transformed through the subject.
With current government proposals threatening to downgrade outdoor education in schools, this conversation also shines a light on what’s at stake, why we need to protect this pathway, and how teachers, parents, and communities can take action.
If you care about the future of Outdoor education in Schools in New Zealand and believe in the value of learning beyond the classroom, this episode is a must-listen.
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To learn how you can support the movement to protect outdoor education. #BringOutdoorEdBackIn
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