Adventure Activities
12.1 Introduction
Adventure Activities should form part of the natural progression of outdoor learning opportunities offered to young people. They can contribute greatly to the personal and social development of an individual.
12.2 Approval
Where Adventure Activities are part of a visit, approval should be given initially by the Head of Establishment and then by the local authority to confirm the safety of the adventure element.
12.3 Licensing
Under some circumstances providers of Adventure Activities to young people are required to hold a licence. Further information can be found on the AALA website regarding the situation in Scotland.
12.4 Adventure Activity Qualifications
Many Adventure Activities are overseen by National Governing Bodies. These organisations control the training and assessment of leaders and have a system of progressive qualifications.
12.5 Establishment-led Adventure Activities
Information for Visit Leaders wishing to organise and deliver their own Adventure Activities.
12.6 Information for Parents / Parental consent
For any visit which involves Adventure Activities specific information has to be provided in writing to parents.
12.7 Preparing Participants
It is particularly important for any visit which involves Adventure Activities to ensure that participants are adequately prepared.
12.8 Remote Supervision during Adventure Activities
Remote supervision is the term used when the Visit Leader is not directly present with participants. Working without immediate supervision can help learners to develop independence and self-reliance.
13.2 Natural Water Swimming Activities
Swimming and paddling in natural waters such as rivers, canals, sea or lochs can present significant hazards.
