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The Outdoor Council of Australia The Outdoor Council of Australia (OCA) is an incorporated, not-for-profit association of outdoor industry professionals in Australia ... READ MORE Australian Journal of Outdoor Education Contributions are invited that address any aspect of the theme of “Relationships with others in Outdoor Education" (Click link to download more information) New Event listings - go to Events Australian Curriculum Consultation Report For those interested, read how ACARA considered the OE responses to the proposed HPE curriculum in its consultation report. The report shows some identified impact from the survey and reports individuals and organisations who requested the inclusion of Outdoor Education in the Curriculum achieved some results: Draft Shape of the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education Report National Outdoor Sector Survey 2010 Report Quantifying the outdoor workforce In August 2010, the Outdoor Council of Australia (OCA) began discussions with Service Skills Australia (SSA) about measuring and defining the ‘outdoor sector’ and its workforce. A report of the findings from the subsequent survey is now available. READ MORE New Outdoor Programs Survey The Outdoor Youth Programs Research Alliance (OYPRA) is seeking those working in the outdoors and camps sector to complete a quick survey online (about 30 minutes) to help identify effective ways of promoting resilience, learning and wellbeing among young people though outdoor and nature-based programs. The survey asks a series of questions about outdoor programs you have been involved in. Go to SURVEY The Outdoor Council of Australia (OCA) is an incorporated, not-for-profit association of outdoor industry professionals in Australia. The OCA, in its role as an advocate, endeavours to represent organisations and individuals that use outdoor adventure activities for the purpose of:
The role of the OCA is to represent to the community, industry and all
levels of government; the views and needs of the outdoor sector. Further, the
OCA advocates for policies, strategies and actions that support and encourage
the outdoor recreation sector; promotes a philosophy and practice of
sustainable interaction with the natural environment; encourages
organisational development within the outdoor community that enhances the
delivery of services; promotes best practices in standards and quality of
leadership and training; and promotes the advancement of research on outdoor
related issues and participation. The OCA provides opportunity for industry
recognition of the skill currency through the
National Outdoor Leader Registration Scheme (currently under review) and the promotion of minimum guidelines
for planning and delivery through the Adventure Activity Standards.
Visitor Numbers The OCA is committed to bringing together the outdoor recreation industry, the government and the community to share ideas and build a sustainable future for outdoor recreation in Australia. The vision of the new National Outdoor Strategy is to secure a sustainable future for the outdoor sector by strengthening alliances between relevant government, business and community organizations. The Patron of the OCA is Tim Macartney-Snape, a committed supporter of the power of the outdoors to positively affect lives, relationships and the environment itself. To connect with the OCA please go to our Members page for contact details on the relevant outdoor association in your state. |
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