East Lothian Staff Development Brochure by Martyn Pegg

Outdoor Learning Service Staff Development 2012/13

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East Lothian Council’s Outdoor Learning Service Staff development brochure. All the courses detailed in this brochure are open to East Lothian Council Staff. Come on and enjoy Scotland’s Great Outdoors. These courses can form part of any staff member’s continuing professional development (CPD).

To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number By providing these courses we hope to encourage participation in the outdoors amongst council staff and thereby increase the capability within the council who can assist and be confident with getting young people outside The courses range from an afternoon Come and Try It experience to a year long developmental programme to gain a nationally recognised qualification to lead others.

We offer the following types of courses Come and Try It Adventures The chance to learn a new activity or to improve on existing skills. These are single half day sessions normally a Friday afternoon. National Governing Body (NGB) Awards Personal Skills, coaching and leadership awards administered by the National Governing Bodies of each relevant sport e.g paddlesport; hillwalking; orienteering. Expeditions The chance to travel further afield and explore some of Scotland’s wild places: Mountain; Sea; River. First Aid Training The full range of HSE approved courses - including a specific First Aid in the Outdoors. All courses are highly practical. All courses delivered by those that work with groups in the outdoors . Managing Off-site vists Designed for Staff leading and planning off-site vists

Where possible all of our courses are free to ELC staff. Where a charge is applied this will be for staffing; accommodation; food; national governing body fees; logbooks; travel expenses etc. If a course is not filled by East Lothian staff then it will be offered out with the council. Outdoor Learning Staff

Liz Brookes: Principal Teacher Outdoor Learning lbrookes@eastlothian.gov.uk Keith Christie: Outdoor Learning Technician k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk Bill Stephen: Teacher Outdoor Learning wstephen@eastlothian.gov.uk Martyn Pegg: Teacher Outdoor Learning mpegg@eastlothian.gov.uk Andrew Duff: Teacher Outdoor Learning aduff@eastlothian.gov.uk

2 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Contents Come and Try It Adventures

4 and 5

Climb, Hill and Mountain

6 and 7

Paddlesport

8 and 9

Orienteering and Navigation

10 and 11

First Aid

12 and 13

Sailing

Other Courses

Managing Off-Site Visits

16 and 17

Brief Overview of Outdoor Learning for Schools

18 and 19

Stay Informed The courses in this brochure are not a definitive list of CPD courses that we run throughout the year. Many other courses are put on by request or as a need/ opportunity arises. To stay in touch and apprised of all future CPD opportunities with your Outdoor Learning Service and last minute availability please follow us on Twitter @ELOutdoorEd

If there is any course that you would like to see us run or host then please get in touch 0131 653 5217 outdoorlearning@eastlothian.gov.uk

All courses meet at the Outdoor Learning Service at Musselburgh unless otherwise stated. East Lothian Council Outdoor Learning Service , Musselburgh Racecourse Complex, Balcarres Road, Goose Green, Musselburgh, East Lothian, EH21 7SR. 0131 653 5217

Booking Conditions You should be able to attend all sessions of the course Check out the pre-requisites before booking Advice concerning fitness levels for your chosen activity can be sought from the Outdoor Learning Service Priority is given to ELC employees who work with young people in an outdoor setting Late cancellation (less than 7 days) or non-attendance will occur a ÂŁ50 charge

3 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Come and Try It Adventures A programme of free courses open to all council staff. All of these mini adventures take place on a Friday afternoon within East Lothian. The meeting place for all of these will be the Outdoor Learning Service at Musselburgh.

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These courses are primarily (but not exclusively) targeted at council staff who work with young people (or wish to work with young people). Hopefully these mini-adventures will give confidence and ideas to encourage young people into ever more activity and perhaps integrate some of the activities into a learning programme.

Come and Try It Canoe/Kayak

(CATI Paddle)

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A Friday afternoon sampling the delights of try a variety of different canoes and kayaks. Pick up some basic skills. A Paddlesport Start certificate may be obtained at this event Friday 21st September 2012

1.30pm till 5pm

Prerequisites—enthusiasm and willingness to give things a go. Links - Scottish Canoe Association

Come an Try It Stand Up Paddleboarding

(CATI SUP)

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A Friday afternoon enjoying the watery delights of one of the world’s fastest growing watersports. Paddling a large surfboard from a standing position. A truly wonderful workout for the whole body and a great way to explore a waterway Friday 5th October 2012

1.30pm till 5pm

Prerequisites—enthusiasm for getting wet and the ability not to take oneself too seriously wearing a wetsuit! Links - SUP info

4 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Come and Try It Adventures Come and Try It Coasteering

(CATI Coast)

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A Friday afternoon of getting seriously wet. Coasteering involves a short journey along the coastline sometimes in the water, sometimes out the water—but always in that fascinating area of coastline known as the impact zone. Friday 12th October 2012

1.30pm till 5pm

Prerequisites—a can do attitude and willingness to spend all afternoon in a wetsuit and wet! Links - Coasteering

Come and Try It Gorge Adventure

(CATI Gorge)

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A fantastic afternoon journey in the special environment that is a gorge. The journey involves scrambling; wading; climbing; abseiling; all in a very special environment. Friday 26th October 2012

1.30pm till 5pm

Prerequisites—a willingness to scramble/slide/roll/jump in a spectacular gorge environment. Links - Gorge Adventure

Come and Try It Sailing

(CATI Sail)

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A wonderful afternoon exploring the delights of travelling using only the power of the wind Friday 7th September 2012

1.30pm till 5pm

Prerequisites—a willingness to get wet falling out of a sailing dinghy. Links - RYA Scotland

Come and Try It Climbing

(CATI Climb)

An afternoon of heading for personal highs through climbing. It will be based at an indoor climbing wall and you will be introduced to climbing movement; equipment and belaying. Friday 30th November 1.30pm till 5pm

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Prerequisites—a head for heights and enjoying a vertical challenge Links - Tranent Climbing Wall

5 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Climb, Hill and Mountain These courses cover both personal and leadership skills on moors, hills, mountains and crags. They provide both fun-filled experiences and National Governing Body (NGB) qualification. On these courses you will visit local climbing-walls and crags, as well as travelling further afield to the Scottish Highlands.

All the teachers and instructors on these courses are experienced climbers and mountaineers who hold mountain-sport leadership, training and coaching awards.

Climbing Indoors (Intro Climb) Introduction to Indoor Climbing

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This course runs over 3 evening sessions. The first will be at the Tranent Climbing Wall, with options to then venture a bit further to Alien Rock and EICA at Ratho (entry fees will apply) . This course will help develop your skills to gain confidence in using indoor climbing walls. Friday evenings — 25th January; 1st February; 8th February 2013 4.30pm till 8pm Cost - ELC Staff FREE (wall entry fees apply) Prerequisites—a head for heights.

Rock-Climbing (Climb Out) Progressing Outdoors

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Aimed at those who have want to start climbing outdoors, or maybe started climbing indoors and would like to move there skills up to climbing outdoors. The course will refresh your belaying and rope skills and get you going with some climbing at outdoor venues in East Lothian and beyond. Friday 3rd May 2013 (12.30pm till 4.30pm) & Saturday 4th May 2013 (9.30am till 5pm) Cost - ELC Staff FREE Prerequisites—enthusiasm and willingness to give things a go. Previous climbing experience is desirable.

6 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Climb, Hill and Mountain Winter Mountaineering

(Winter 2013)

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This is a residential course (comfy bunkhouse) based in the Northern Cairngorms. The costs cover all transport (from and to Musselburgh), food, accommodation, equipment and instruction for the weekend. Friday 1st March 2013 (from 4pm) - Sunday 3rd March 2013 (back 7pm) Cost—ELC Staff £80 (ELC) , External £120 Prerequisites—enthusiasm and willingness to give things a go.

Basic Expedition Leader (BEL) Award and Day Walk Leader (DWL) Award (BEL 12/13 & DWL 12/13) Book here The Sports Leaders UK Level 3 Certificate in Basic Expedition Leadership (BEL) is a nationally recognised qualification that trains and qualifies teachers, youth workers and other members of the community to lead and manage groups in lowland countryside. This is an excellent leadership course for those starting to work with youth groups and Duke of Edinburgh Award groups. Session Session Session Session Session Session Session Session Session Session

1 – 11th Sept 2012 1630-1930 Registration & Introduction 2 – 14th Sept 2012 1300-1700 Navigation & Orienteering 3 – 22nd Sept 2012 0900-1700 Day walk/Training 4 – 6th October 2012 0900-1700 Day walk / Training 5 – 5th March 2013 1630-1930 Evening Session/Tutorials 6—9th March 2013 0900—1700 Day walk/Training 7—12th April 2013 1300—1700 Preparation 8 – 26th,27th,28th April 2013 Practice Camp weekend 9 – 15th May 2013 1630-1930 Debrief Practice/Preparation Assessment 10 – 24th,25th,26th May 2013 Assessment camp

Day Walk Leader does not include overnight camps The BEL Award, which includes over-night element and camp-craft requires attendance at all of the 10 sessions. Cost—ELC Staff £120 (ELC) , External £150

7 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Paddlesports East Lothian Council Outdoor Learning Service is an SCA Approved Paddlesport Provider and as such you can be assured that all our staff, equipment and coaching is of the highest quality.

All of our courses up to two star standard are run in both canoes and kayaks to provide a broad paddlesport knowledge and experience base for all. At 3 star standard the courses are then delivered in their individual disciplines—sea kayak; canoe; inland kayak.

For any other paddlesport coaching enquiries or bespoke courses then please get in touch with Martyn

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Introduction Paddlesport Courses (Canoe and Kayak)

(Intro Paddle 12/13)

A series of 3 Wednesday evenings following the syllabus of the British Canoe Union Paddlesport Start and 1 Star qualification. A fun introduction to the world of paddlesport. Wednesday evenings 4.30pm till 7pm—29th August 2012; 5th September 2012; 12th September 2012 Cost - ELC Staff FREE cost for certification if required Prerequisites—an enthusiasm for paddlesport Links - Star Award Syllabi

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8 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

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2 star Paddlesport Training/Assessment

(2star 12/13)

An assessment at 2 star standard requires skills to be shown in both canoe and kayak and a short journey to be undertaken. Training and guidance will be given throughout this course in pursuit of the standard required to achieve BCU 2 star 24th April 2013 4.30pm till 7pm & 27th April 2013 0930 till 4.30pm Cost - ELC Staff FREE —certification costs apply Prerequisites—enthusiasm and willingness to give things a go.

3 Star Courses in Canoe/ Kayak/Sea arranged upon request. Please contact us direct

Links - Star Award Syllabi

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Sea kayaking Tide and Waves

(Sea Farnes 12/13)

A weekend trip to the beautiful Farne Islands in North Northumberland. Looking at crossing tidal flows; trip planning and landing/launching through surf. You will need to provide your own transport and accommodation for this course—please contact us for details of meeting points. Participants can attend for one or both days. Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May 2013 Cost—FREE—You will need to provide your own transport and accommodation

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Foundation Safety and Rescue Course

(FSRT #)

This course is designed to teach simple and safe skills that can be applied appropriately across a variety of paddlesport craft including kayaks and canoes. These skills form the basis of all safety and rescue training throughout the BCU scheme. Courses by arrangement please email k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk Cost—£40 plus certification costs (£5 SCA £10 non SCA) Prerequisites—paddling ability of 2 star standard Links - Safety Awards Syllabi

Pool kayaking—Learn to Roll

(Pool #)

Come and join us in the swimming pool at Prestonpans to enjoy kayaking in some heated water or fine tune your roll. Instruction on hand at all sessions Courses by arrangement please email k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk

9 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Orienteering and Navigation These courses are aimed at providing skills and qualifications to navigate safely in the countryside. All of the course contents follows national standards defined by National Navigation Awards Scheme (NNAS) and the British Orienteering Federation (BOF).

All our staff are experienced practitioners of both expeditions and orienteering. The teaching on these courses is through practical experience and you will have a wealth of experience to draw on from your course teachers.

Teaching Orienteering 1

(TOP1 12/13)

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This course is aimed at teachers and others working with young people. On completion of the course you will have the skills and confidence to introduce the basic skills of orienteering in a fun and exciting way on areas such as school grounds. You will also be able to deliver simple competitions. The course is extremely practical in nature and will leave you with an enthusiasm for the wonderful sport of orienteering. 30th January 2013 4.30pm-7pm and 1st February 2013 1.30pm-5pm Cost—£20 required to cover cost of British Orienteering resources Prerequisites—an interest in teaching and developing orienteering within your school/ learning community. Previous orienteering experience helpful but not essential Links - www.britishorienteering.org.uk/page/teaching

Teaching Orienteering 2

(TOP2 12/13)

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This follow on course progresses the concepts learned in Teaching Orienteering Part 1 to give you the confidence to work beyond the school grounds and deliver more advanced skills and techniques. Courses by arrangement—please e-mail k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk Cost—£30 required to cover cost of British Orienteering resources Prerequisites—previously completed Teaching Orienteering 1

10 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Orienteering and Navigation Book here Introductory Navigation Skills (NNAS B 12/13) National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) Bronze Award This course covers introductory navigation skills for hill-walkers and the opportunity to gain the respected NNAS Bronze Award. A great course for gaining confidence in fundamental navigation skills. Wednesday 8th May 4.30pm till 7.30pm and Saturday 11th May 9am till 4.30pm 2013 Cost — ELC FREE Prerequisites—No prior experience required

Book here Intermediate Navigation Skills (NNAS S 12/13) National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) Silver Award This course covers introductory navigation skills for hill-walkers and the opportunity to gain the respected NNAS Silver Award. This course progresses navigators to an intermediate level. Wednesday 8th May 4.30pm till 7.30pm; Saturday11th May 9am till 4.30pm; Sunday 12th May 9am till 4.30pm 2013 Cost — ELC FREE Prerequisites— Bronze NNAS, or other similar level of navigation skills and experience Links - www.nnas.org.uk

Navigating at Night (Darknav 12/13) Skills and Techniques for After Dark

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This course covers the techniques and equipment required to navigate effectively after-dark. The course will be highly practical, being delivered in a local venue. Date 5th December 2012 5pm till 8.30pm Cost — ELC FREE Prerequisites— Basic navigation skills and experience. Working knowledge of: map; compass; pacing; timing.

11 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

First Aid Venue- Outdoor Learning Service, Balcarres Road, Musselburgh Refreshments - Tea and Coffee is provided but please bring your own lunch Dress code - please wear comfortable clothing

For dates of courses please email k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk All of our first aid courses are very practical in nature and lots of time is afforded to participate in scenarios. Please come prepared to participate fully in all aspects of the course.

HSE First Aid at Work (3 day) ELC cost £120 External £240

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Course Outline On completion of training, successful candidates should be able to: (a) understand the role of the first-aider including reference to: (i) the importance of preventing cross-infection; (ii) the need for recording incidents and actions; (iii) use of available equipment; (b) assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency; (c) administer first aid to a casualty who is unconscious (including seizure); (d) administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation; (e) administer first aid to a casualty who is choking; (f) administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding; (g) administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock; (h) provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries. (i) administer first aid to a casualty who has injuries to bones, muscles and joints, including suspected spinal injuries; (j) administer first aid to a casualty who has chest injuries; (k) administer first aid to a casualty who has burns and scalds; Sleeping, (l) administer first aid to a casualty who has eye injuries; (m) administer first aid to a casualty who has sudden poisoning; (n) administer first aid to a casualty who has anaphylactic shock; (o) recognise the presence of major illness and provide appropriate first aid. Certificate valid for 3 years although HSE strongly recommends that first-aiders undertake annual refresher training Includes course booklet

HSE First Aid at Work Requalification (2 Day) This course is to revalidate First Aid at Work qualification ELC cost £80 External £160

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Course Outline HSE First Aid at Work Syllabus Certificate valid for 3 years although HSE strongly recommends that first-aiders undertake annual refresher training Includes course booklet Pre-requisites— Current HSE First Aid at Work Certificate (You must bring original certificate to first day of course).

12 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

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First Aid HSE Emergency First Aid at Work (1 day) ELC cost £40 External £70

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Book here HSE Emergency First Aid at Work in the Outdoors (2 day) ELC cost £80 External £140 Course Outline HSE Emergency First Aid at Work Syllabus and its application/adaption for the outdoor environment. An ideal course for all staff who regularly lead or assist to lead adventurous activities. The course fulfils the basic requirements for all NGB outdoor qualifications. Certificate valid for 3 years although HSE strongly recommends that first-aiders undertake annual refresher training Includes course booklet Pre-requisites— None

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HSE First Aid Annual Refresher (1/2 day) ELC cost £20 External £40 Course Outline Candidates should demonstrate their competence to: (a) assess the situation in an emergency; (b) administer first aid to a casualty who is unconscious (including seizure); (c) administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation; (d) administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding; (g) administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock; Please provide your own lunch, tea/coffee and other light refreshments are provided Pre-requisites— HSE Emergency First Aid or First Aid at Work – Valid Certificate

13 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

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Sailing Within East Lothian we have two excellent areas of inland water for a first look at dinghy sailing—West Barns and Levenhall Lagoons. With our well maintained fleet of Laser Pico’s and Optimist Dinghies you will be afloat and brimming with confidence in no time. For those that like to harness the power of the wind without the joy (!) of getting wet then Blokoarting is the ideal activity choice.

All sailing will hopefully lead you into wanting to do more which is where here in East Lothian we are blessed with two fantastic local sailing clubs. Fisherrow Yacht Club ad East Lothian Yacht Club—North Berwick

Introduction to Sailing RYA Level 1

(Introsail #)

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For dates please see website Cost — ELC FREE Prerequisites—a willingness to get wet and have fun. Links - RYA Scotland

Blokarting—East Lothian Local Award

(BLK 12/13)

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Blokarting (sailing without water) is a fantastic adrenaline fuelled activity. Over the course of one evening and one day you will gain an experience and insight into Blokarting and begin on the journey to achieving your local award to enable you to lead others in the activity. Wednesday 14th November 2012 4.30pm till 7pm & Sunday 18th November 2012 9.30am till 4.30pm Cost — ELC FREE Prerequisites—a need for speed. Links - Blokart

14 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Other Courses Outdoor Learning Cards

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(OLC 12/13)

The Outdoor Learning Cards activities contribute directly to a wide range of educational and development aims for young people and cover four elements of Outdoor Learning that can be delivered on a school/youth club site and surrounding environment:

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Orienteering - developing map reading skills Team Building and Problem Solving - how to challenge your teams Bouldering - Use of low level climbing walls Journeying - Local visits organised by young people

The Cards are supported by a Handbook and CD that provide detailed information on all aspects of activity delivery. All key elements for successful delivery are explored further in the 6 hour training course. Monday 22nd October 2012 Resource pack costs £75 (one pack is required to be bought per school—maximum of six persons per pack) Prerequisites—enthusiasm to bring learning to life using the outdoor environment. Links - OLC

Leave No Trace Awareness

(LNT 12/13)

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Friday 19th April 2013—1.30pm till 4.30pm An afternoon consisting of a short journey looking at the seven principles of Leave No Trace and how these principles can be applied practically. The course will be delivered by a Leave No Trace trainer who regularly works with groups in Scotland’s great outdoors. An Awareness certificate will be issued on completion. This course would be useful to all who venture into the outdoors. Cost — ELC FREE Leave No Trace

Please remember that your Outdoor Learning Service is available for in-service days for all staff. Energise your staff in-service days with a visit from the outdoor learning service—problem solving; orienteering; teaching navigation; risk assessment; Evolve training etc

15 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

Managing Off Site Visits Here you will find a range of certificated courses (all FREE) designed for any staff within an establishment who are responsible in some way for the delivery, organisation and authorisation of off-site visits. These training requirements reflect current best practice and draw on guidance from current National Health and Safety Guidelines for Educational Establishments , National Governing Bodies and best practice across the Outdoor Learning industry.

From August 2012 all visits requiring local authority approval must be recorded and managed using the EVOLVE on-line system. It is also recommended that this system is also used to manage visits which only require HT authorisation. The system operates the same as the current paper system. A member of staff generated an electronic form which this then submitted to the nominated Evolve Co-ordinator and Head Teacher (for smaller establishments this role may be combined for HT) for approval. If either adventurous or residential it is then also submitted to the Authority for approval. Each school must nominate an Evolve Visits Co-ordinator (EVC). This may be the Head Teacher or member of the senior management team or where appropriate another nominated member of staff. The main role of the EVC is to ensure that all Educational Excursions are planned operated and reviewed in accordance with the Safety and Good Practice in Managing Off Site Visits (including Adventurous Activities) .This document replaces both the Handbook for Educational Excursions and is the ELC guide to all activities taking place away from ELC premises. It is available on the EVOLVE website www.elcvisits.org.uk

EVOLVE Coordinator Training (1/2 Day)

(EVO #)

MOSVâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Responsibilities of Head Teachers/Managers/Visit Coordinators Each person nominated as the Evolve Visits Co-ordinator must attend one of these sessions

Dates Thursday 4th October 2012 Thursday 5th November 2012 All courses from 9.30am -12.30pm â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Outdoor Learning Service

16 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

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Managing Off Site Visits Managing Groups in Woodland, Coast & Inland Water Environments Book here Either: A one day practical course looking at leading and managing groups in all 3 environments Woodland, Coast & Inland Water. Or: Three separate 2hr courses each covering a different outdoor environment. We can deliver all 3 or just the ones you feel are relevant to your teaching.

Courses providing you with strategies for dealing and managing groups in a variety of environments in the outdoors. Whether an experienced practitioner or Newly Qualified Teacher this course will help to build your confidence for taking more of your learning outdoors.

This leader training is focused on active risk assessment and group management on educational visits and offsite activities It is a certificated course The course covers the identification of relevant significant hazards and the importance of placing of successful control measures including supervision and group management strategies The course is offered in support of the leader’s role in educational visits and off-site activities It is not a substitute for activity or terrain specific training provided by a sports national governing body or employer. The scheme provides practical training in leading groups out of doors

Courses by arrangement—please e-mail k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk

Advice on managing and leading groups off-site can be obtained from the Outdoor Learning Service or the Health and Safety Implementation Officer Education and Children’s Services.

Further information about training opportunities for ELC staff involved in leading and managing off-site visits can be obtained from Liz Brookes lbrookes@eastlothian.gov.uk

17 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

For Schools Outdoor Learning Service provides training, teaching and outdoor education experiences for pupils and teachers in East Lothian Council’s schools. To find out the educational services we offer for your school see the For Schools page on our website.

To reserve places on any of these sessions please contact your nominated Outdoor Education Teacher.

Ross and North Berwick clusters—Martyn Pegg Musselburgh and Prestonpans—Andy Duff Dunbar and Haddington—Bill Stephen Each school in East Lothian Council can access a number of outdoor teaching days delivered by one of the Outdoor Learning Service teachers. The purpose of these days is to provide a programme of outdoor activities that complement and extend the pupil’s class-room based learning. The overall learning objectives and purpose of each school’s programme should be agreed in collaboration between the class teacher and the Outdoor Learning Teacher.

Secondary Outdoor Challenge Days These ever popular challenges are designed to challenge students physically, mentally, psychologically and emotionally to successfully complete any, or all, of the following: a journey; problem solving; navigation; team-work. There are challenge events for all year groups. Every school is invited to enter teams of 6 pupils. Each school may bring a maximum of 4 teams. A map of venue locations is available here. W e ask that every school sends at least two adults. These adults may be used in a variety of supervisory roles across the day. Please ensure that pupils and staff dress accordingly for the conditions. You will need to arrange your own transport to and from the venue; please be there at 10:00am, and be ready to leave the venue at 3:00pm. Dates S4 S5 S3 S1 S6 S2

Friday Friday Friday Friday Friday Friday

14th September 2012 28th September 2012 2nd November 2012 23rd November 2012 7th December 2012 22nd March 2013

Please contact Martyn (mpegg@eastlothian.gov.uk) to confirm your school teams at these events.

18 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

For Schools Primary Cluster Days These days are available to schools to come along and partake in a half day of a certain activity. All the sessions are certificated and will be lead by a teacher from the Outdoor Learning Service. We are able to cope with larger numbers on these days as all of the Outdoor Learning Team will be at the same venue. Watersportsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Canoe, kayak, sail, raftbuild, Stand Up Paddleboard. Climbâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;indoor wall and crag Orienteer Dates throughout the year. Please see the Outdoor Learning website (www.edubuzz.org/outdoorlearning) for details

Secondary Outdoor Adventure Programme A year long programme for S5/6 students gaining outdoor skills and developing resilience over the course of the year. The programme culminates in the students undertaking a five day wilderness expedition. For previous trip reports and more information please see our website (http://edubuzz.org/eloes/ tag/soap/).

If you are a member of staff in school then please come and talk to us about the opportunities available to your pupils from the Outdoor Learning Service. We are all experienced, qualified teachers who delight in helping to deliver high quality learning in an outdoor setting. For examples of this work please browse the posts on our website (www.edubuzz.org/outdoorlearning) or keep updated on posts by following us on Twitter @ELOutdoorED Let us help you to help your pupils to become successful; confident; responsible; effective through a vats array of resilience building outdoor opportunities. Come and talk to us about use of our time and expertise but also use of equipment

19 To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

East Lothian Outdoor Learning Service Musselburgh Racecourse Complex Balcarres Road Goose Green Musselburgh 20 Phone: 0131 6535217 East Lothian To book a course please email Keith Christie k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk with your Name / School or Department / Course Title / Course Dates / Contact Number (or call 0131 653 5217)

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E-mail: outdoorlearning@eastlothian.gov.uk