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Learning Focus Area


Through open consultation with Blackwood Staff, each program is tailored to the specific requests, needs and choices from each individual school while focusing on one of our 2 Key Learning Areas

Schools select one Key Learning Area as their primary program focus. This choice will aid the design and delivery of lessons throughout their stay while also creating assessment opportunities.

With this chosen Key Learning Area in mind, programs are then tailored specifically to the groups' curriculum levels and educational needs.

Select one of the Key Learning Areas to view the assigned lessons.


  • Resilience
    Includes: Emotional Recognition, Personal Strengths, Challenge and Exploration.

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  • Teamwork
    Includes: Communication, Cooperation, Conflict Resolution and Respect

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There's so many fun and exciting lesson to explore at Blackwood

View all our lessons options below

(or Archaeological Dig) (Day or Night) Enjoy the challenge of digging and discovering what is hidden in the sand.

Using a bow and arrow, do your best to hit the bullseye ... or just our target. 

Regardless of abilities, this is a lesson for everyone!
This lesson is not available for Day Visits

(Day or Night) A safe and enjoyable way to introduce climbing in an indoor environment with no harness or helmet.

Bush Cooking is a wonderful way for students to enjoy the bush while catering for the group.

Lost in the bush? Cannot find shelter? What will you do? Learn some basic skills to help you survive.

Explore and enjoy the natural wonders of the Wombat State Forest & surrounding Parks on foot.

Providing warmth & inspiring conversation, anytime is a great time to sit around a campfire.

Discover new heights as you climb high into the sky.
This lesson is not available for Day Visits

Learn about the Wombat State Forest & nearby parks as you discover unique flora & fauna.

A great way to enhance the survival skills of your students in a safe and supportive environment.

Experience the freedom of flight between the trees.
This lesson is not available for Day Visits

A fun lesson involving skill, accuracy, technique, concentration & co-ordination.

Dive deep into the history of Blackwood by trying to strike it rich ..... maybe!

A unique opportunity to further challenge students.
This lesson is not available for Day Visits

A great way to develop, improve, enhance and complement student communication skills.

See if you can hit the bullseye while doing glow in the dark archery.

Discover the sounds, sights, shapes, shadows and mystery of the Wombat State Forest at night.

On a clear night in terms 2 & 3 students can explore & discover our solar system & beyond.

(Day or Night) Orienteering is a great way to fine tune your survival skills while exploring the forest.

Further develop your teamwork, communication & leadership skills through engaging initiatives.

Enjoying the scenery around our Yabby Dam makes this a relaxing lesson for all.

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