Open Award Centre (OAC)
​Adventurous Journey 
ONLINE REGISTRATION

Let's make this easy, follow these steps to enrol in a Adventurous Journey. 

Step 1: Select you preferred Adventurous Journey date to your shopping cart.
​Step 3: Confirm you have the correct dates.
Step 4: Apply coupon code to receive any discounts if applicable (check with your award leader if unsure) 
Step 5: Checkout and make payment. 
STEP 6: **VERY IMPORTANT** Check your inbox (and junk folder), on your receipt you will find a 'Consent Form', this MUST be completed before attending any Adventurous Journeys.

NOTE: Minimum 6 participants required for all Journeys to go ahead. If this number is not met you will have the option to transfer to another date or you may request a refund. 

Bronze Adventurous Journeys - Registration closes 3 weeks prior to journey start date.

Wednesday 12th to Thursday 13th July 2023

A$350.00

Bronze Qualify AJ


Dates: Wednesday 12th to Thursday 13th July 2023

Location: Berowra Valley

Activity: Hiking

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 6 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees. Maps and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE briefing session at your college (Online or Face to Face)


  • PLEASE INDICATE YOUR CHILD(S) NAME IN THE NOTES SECTION WHEN CHECKING OUT SO WE CAN ALLOCATE YOUR PAYMENT CORRECTLY.
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Wednesday 4th to Thursday 5th October 2023

A$350.00

Bronze Practice AJ


Date: Wednesday 4th to Thursday 5th October 2023

Location: Brisbane Waters National Park

Activity: Hiking

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.


  • PLEASE INDICATE YOUR CHILD(S) NAME IN THE NOTES SECTION WHEN CHECKING OUT SO WE CAN ALLOCATE YOUR PAYMENT CORRECTLY.
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Wednesday 19th to Thursday 20th April 2023

A$350.00

Bronze Qualify AJ


Date: Wednesday 19th to Thursday 20th April 2023 

Location: Berowra Valley

Activity: Hiking

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.
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Thursday 6th to Friday 7th July 2023

A$350.00

Bronze Practice AJ


Dates: Thursday 6th to Friday 7th July 2023

Location: Brisbane Waters National Park

Activity: Hiking

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 6 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees. Maps and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE briefing session at your college (Online or Face to Face)
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Wednesday 4th to Thursday 5th October 2023

A$350.00

Bronze Qualify AJ


Date: Wednesday 4th to Thursday 5th October 2023

Location: Berowra Valley

Activity: Hiking

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.
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Silver Adventurous Journeys - Registration closes 3 weeks prior to journey start date.

Wednesday 12th to Friday 14th April 2023

A$450.00

Silver Practice AJ


Date: Wednesday 12th to Friday 14th April 2023

Location: Glenworth Valley

Activity: Hiking & Canoeing

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.
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Tuesday 18th to Thursday 20th April 2023

A$450.00

Silver Qualify AJ


Date: Tuesday 18th to Thursday 20th April 2023

Location: Glenworth Valley

Activity: Hiking & Canoeing

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.
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Wednesday 5th to Friday 7th July 2023

A$450.00

Silver Practice AJ


Date: Wednesday 5th to Friday 7th July 2023

Location: Glenworth Valley

Activity: Hiking & Canoeing

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.
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Tuesday 11th to Thursday 13th July 2023

A$450.00

Silver Qualify AJ


Date: Tuesday 11th to Thursday 13th July 2023 

Location: Lake Munmorah

Activity: Hiking & Canoeing

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.
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Wednesday 27th to Friday 29th September 2023

A$450.00

Silver Practice


Date: Wednesday 27th to Friday 29th September 2023

Location: GNW and Hawkesbury River

Activity: Hiking & Canoeing

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.


  • PLEASE INDICATE YOUR CHILD(S) NAME IN THE NOTES SECTION WHEN CHECKING OUT SO WE CAN ALLOCATE YOUR PAYMENT CORRECTLY.
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Gold Adventurous Journeys - Registration closes 3 weeks prior to journey start date.

Tuesday 26th to Friday 29th September 2023

A$550.00

GOLD Practice OR Qualify AJ


Date: Tuesday 26th to Friday 29th September 2023

Location: Great North Walk - Central Coast/Sydney region.

Activity: Hiking

Transport: Participants must organise their own transport.

Drop off and pick up locations and times: You will be emailed a copy of the itinerary.


Inclusions

  • Industry accredited organisation.
  • Qualified and experienced adventure guides with first aid qualifications.
  • Participant to staff ratios 12:1
  • Minimum group size of 5 students.
  • Support vehicle provided on each journey (where possible).
  • Powerboat support for paddling sections (where possible).
  • Remote area First Aid Kits and emergency communication equipment including: VHF, radios, satellite phone and satellite messenger/GPS tracker.
  • FREE equipment hire: hiking backpacks, tents, mats and cooking stoves.
  • Drinking water supplied at each campsite, OR as close as possible.
  • Campsite bookings and National Park/State Forest day usage fees.
  • Map case, map and compass supplied to each participant.
  • Medical data collection and provision to staff.
  • FREE preliminary training covering packing/navigation/route planning etc (face to face or via our online)
  • All ORB reporting requirements.


  • PLEASE INDICATE YOUR CHILD(S) NAME IN THE NOTES SECTION WHEN CHECKING OUT SO WE CAN ALLOCATE YOUR PAYMENT CORRECTLY.
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