Parramatta District OAS Vertical Stage 3 Workshop
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EVENT CANCELLED

This event has been cancelled by the event coordinator.

Event Details
When:
Sun 25th Feb 2024 (8.30am to 4pm)
Where:
Scout Abseil WPH
Cnr Highs Road and Sanctuary Point Road, West Pennant Hills NSW 2125
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Cost:
Participant (Scout) - $25.00
Activity Leader (Venturer, Rover, Leader) - Free
Registrations:
Open: Wed 7th Feb 2024 (6am)
Close: Mon 19th Feb 2024 (11.59pm)
Capacity:
Maximum 24 people
Coordinator:
Account:
Parramatta District
Brief Summary:
Activity for Scouts from Units across Parramatta District. Completion of this basic abseil skills day will earn the Scout the stage 3 Vertical OAS badge.
Additional Information

Description: 

This activity will be run by qualified Adventurous Activity Leaders from GWS Region.

Completion of this basic abseil skills day will earn the Scout the stage 3 Vertical OAS badge. Scouts should review the requirements (below) in order to be prepared for the activity.

Plan> 

  • I know what the risks are for participating in a vertical activity in different weather conditions. 
  • I can explain the importance of wearing the right clothing and gear while participating in a vertical activity. 
  • I know which items I should carry with me when participating in a vertical activity. 
  • I know how and where to get the latest weather forecast for the area I will be climbing in. 
  • I know the safety rules for participating on climbing wall or ropes challenge course. 
  • I can point out a good anchor for a rock activity. 
  • I understand the need for belays in relation to vertical activities. 

Do>

  • I know what DRSABCD stands for and how to use it in first aid situations. 
  • I have helped a Stage 1 Scout learn to adjust their helmet. 
  • I have taken part in at least two vertical activities at this Stage. 
  • I have participated in a game that required basic navigational skills. 
  • I have climbed or abseiled a 10m wall at this Stage. 
  • I know how to treat cuts and minor bleeding. 
  • I can teach the importance of the buddy system to a younger Scout. 
  • I can demonstrate how to correctly care for carabiners and explain why it is important. 
  • I have correctly tied a rethreaded Figure-of-8 knot, Alpine Butterfly and a Tape knot and can apply them to a vertical activity. 

Program:

Scouts will be allocated to a session once registrations have closed.

Session 1
  8:30pm - Drop-off, walk to abseil site
  8:45pm - Scouts assist Activity Leaders set-up abseils
  9:00am - Theory and practical
12:00pm - Walk to road, pick-up

12:00pm - 12:30pm - Activity Leader lunch

Session 2
12:15pm - Drop-off, walk to abseil site

12:30pm - Theory and practical
  3:30pm - Scouts assist Activity Leaders pack-down abseils
  4:00pm - Walk to road, pick-up

Location:   

Scouts to meet at the corner of Highs Road and Sanctuary Point Road, West Pennant Hills. Leaders will lead the Scouts down the fire trail to the abseil site.  

Wear:
  • Scout shirt and scarf
  • Comfortable shorts or pants
  • Closed in shoes with good grip
  • Hat 

Bring:   

Small back pack containing :-

  • rain coat
  • jumper
  • water bottle (minimum 1L, but 2L recommended)
  • sunscreen
  • snacks (optional)

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Registrations Closed (Event Cancelled)
Payment Options
This event is administered by:
Parramatta District

Once you have submitted your registration, an invoice (summary sheet) will be generated with instructions on how to pay for this event. The following payment options will be available to you:

Credit/Debit Card