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QORF Newsletter - August 2011
In this Issue
CEO's Message |  |
Donna is currently attending the National Tracks & Trails Conference in Sydney, representing Queensland views and keeping up with developments in the rest of Australia - being involved.
Which brings to mind a quote from one of the masters: Nothing comes from doing nothing (William Shakespeare) - if you want things to change you have to be the change, you have to do the change and get involved!
Enjoy the Journey
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True North - finding the way forward | |
Queensland State Outdoor Sector Conference
There are still some places available - BOOK NOW
When: 10th and 11th of September
Where: Maroon Outdoor Education Centre, Maroon Dam Road, Maroon (near Boonah) Find on Google Maps
What: Practical skills sessions, workshops and presentations, engaging key note speakers and an exploration of ideas and practice,
For: Outdoor leaders, educators, programmers and managers
Why: Enhance skills, extend networks, workshop ideas, find solutions, and be re-inspired.
READ MORE and Register
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Outdoor Leaders Award No More | |
The Outdoor Leaders Award (2005) was terminated on July 29, 2011. For an informed perspective on the change read this article by Michael Taylor from HMT Consulting - "Outdoor Leaders Award No More"
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Brisbane Valley Rail Trail reopens | |
The Esk to Toogoolawah section is now restored to its former glory following severe damage in January's floods. Deputy Premier & Minister for Local Government Paul Lucas said, "It means hikers, bikers and horse riders can once again enjoy the many benefits the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail offers.
"I encourage people to make the most of the BVRT, and to take in the sights and sounds of a beautiful slice of Queensland"
The sections of the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail now open are: Moore-Blackbutt 33.5km; Fernvale-Lowood 8.5km; Esk-Toogoolawah 19km
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Offroad Motorcycling Management Strategy | |
The Queensland Off-Road Motorcycling Management Strategy details how the Queensland government and local governments will work together to better manage off-road motorcycling, specifically addressing noise issues and enforcement of legislation.
The Strategy covers recreational and competitive off-road motorcycling, specifically motorcycling undertaken on two, three and four wheeled motorcycles including:
motocross and classic motocross
speedway and classic speedway
dirt track and classic dirt track
observed trials and enduro-riding
recreational trail bike riding
freestyle and more
READ MORE and download the new Information Booklet
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Are you bushfire prepared? | |
Are your family and home at risk?
Do you know what you need to do?
You don't have to live in the bush to be threatened by bushfire, just close enough to be affected by burning material, embers and smoke. For Queensland residents, that can be just about anywhere.
PREPARE.ACT.SURVIVE ... READ MORE
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Quad Bike Registration e Petition | |
Quad bikes have numerous uses in outdoor sport and recreational tourism, on farms, in natural disaster recovery and in national parks. This petition requests a more practical and workable change to the registration category.
Read more & sign e-Petitions
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Foster a Child, Foster a Future | |
Every night, more than 8000 children and young people in Queensland cannot sleep at home because if they did they would or could be abused or neglected.
Foster and kinship carers are true heroes, they open their hearts and homes so children and young people can reach their full potential.
Support the new Queensland Government Foster a Child, Foster a Future campaign.
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Award Nominations Now OPEN | |
The Queensland Outdoor Recreation Awards recognise and reward excellence in the outdoor recreation community. The Awards celebrate individuals and organisations that have been successful in significantly improving outdoor recreation outcomes for participants and clients.
READ MORE and download Nomination Forms
Winners of the 2011 Awards will be announced at the Queensland Outdoor Recreation Awards Dinner, to be held at The Greek Club on Friday October 28th
Don't Miss Out!
Book a table for your party now - READ MORE and Download Booking Form here
The Queensland Outdoor Recreation Awards gratefully acknowledges the support of the following sponsors:
- Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service
- Queensland Government Department of Communities
- Queensland Government Department of Local Government & Planning
- Brisbane City Council
- K2 Basecamp
- Red Rock Adventure Products
- Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation
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QPWS "It's Better Outdoors" Photo Comp | |
Entries are now OPEN for 2011.
Submit your best outdoor photos ... great memories, exciting activities, friends & family having fun, beautiful locations & great scenery ... be in with a chance to win - exciting cash prizes!
READ MORE and download: Entry Forms, Terms & Conditions, The Poster and more!
Photography Tips
Chris Bray's Top Ten Tips - great info from Best Photo judge Chris Bray
Tips from Photography Australia
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Active Outdoors Expo 2011 | |
When: Saturday, October 1st
Where: Bayside Park, Manly
Find on Google Maps
Come along and find out about the wide range of outdoor activity opportunities we have in Queensland - there's something for everyone with an action packed, fun filled day of activities, demonstrations and exhibitions ... mountain biking, orienteering, rock climbing, canoeing, walking and much more.
And best of all - it's all FREE - tell your friends, tell your clients and come along and enjoy a great day out! FIND OUT MORE about the Active Outdoors Expo 2011
Do you have a business or an activity you'd like to promote? Find out how you can be seen at the Active Outdoors Expo 2011 and join:
Meebunn-bia & Kindilan Outdoor Education Centres
Orienteering Queensland & the Outdoor Training College
Redland City Council & Moreton Island Adventures
All Aid, Goal Zero & Bayside PCYC
READ MORE
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Great Aussie Camp Out 2011 | |
Be a part of GACO 2011
When: October 15th, 2011
What do YOU need to DO now? Put it in your calendar, book a campsite, organise your mates, order the sausages, plan some games, get together & get started! Download the new GACO Poster
Go online to register www.greataussiecampout.org.au (or call QORF on (07) 3369 9455) and check out the new GACO Facebook Event.
Share it with your friends
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Special Offers from Active Education Magazine | |
The must-have bi-monthly magazine for anyone involved in organizing outdoor education & physical education activities, sporting programs, camping trips and school excursions. Bursting with activities, attractions, events, sporting issues, products and accommodation specialists who cater specifically for schools and school-age children, this is THE publication for you!
Magazine Subscriptions
Download FREE 6 Month Active education Magazine Subscription form.
Active Education App
Do you provide services to the education sector? This new smart phone app could be the place for to be seen. The app compliments the Active Education magazine and has been purposefully designed to meet the ongoing needs of teachers, in a way which best suits their requirements when sourcing products and services for their schools. FREE to QORF members. READ MORE
Please contact Natalie at Active Education directly on (03) 9845 1504 to follow up on this offer
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New Items in Online Bookshop | |
"Stickies!" - little reminders and other interesting stuff! | |
Latest News | |
New Stories include:
Are you bushfire prepared? READ MORE
Program gives families 'nature prescriptions' READ MORE
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Training Opportunities | |
Seminars, Webinars & Workshops
Volunteering Qld Webinars
Free professional development webinars ...
READ MORE
Outdoors Queensland Online Calendar
Training courses and outdoor events
READ MORE
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Grants & Funding | |
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QRAA Disaster Assistance Fund
To help non-profit organisations cover the costs associated with cleaning and restoration activities following the January 2011 floods.
Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery/ Flood Fightback Plan for financial assistance to recover from damage caused by the flooding in Queensland. (See also Department of Communities)
Sport and Recreation Funding for the development of opportunities for people to participate in sport and active recreation.
Please note: Sport & Recreation New Funding Programs Delayed. Due to the government's focus on flood recovery, other funding opportunities have been suspended. This includes the Local Sport and Recreation Jobs Plan, Active Inclusion and Major Infrastructure Funding Rounds.
Brisbane City Council Grants
Brisbane City Council's grants programs provide funding to help local non-profit community groups to develop and improve services in Brisbane.
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Important Date Claimers | |
QCCC Expeditions
... high quality experiences for school and corporate groups. Explore the beautiful Queensland Great Outdoors while canoeing, bush walking, camping, sea kayaking, abseiling, rock climbing ...
Places available from August
READ MORE
Outdoor Education Week
... helps individuals learn about themselves, the people in the groups and the environment they are spend their time in... register now!
Date: 22-28 August 2011
READ MORE
Camp for Koalas
Date: 1-30 September 2011
venue: Mt Barney Lodge
READ MORE
Parks Outdoor Recreation Forum (Cairns)
Date: 7 September 2011
Venue: TBC
Agenda: Detail to follow
Previous PORF Resources
Mt Barney Lodge Birdweek
Guided tours, slideshows and structured workshops to extend your birding knowledge. Suitable for amateur or intermediate birders.
Date: 7-11 September 2011
READ MORE
True North - finding the way forward
Outdoor Recreation & Education Conference
Dates: Friday 9 - Sunday 11 September
Venue: Maroon OEC
Hosts: QORF & OEAQ
READ MORE
2011 Outdoor Education Ball
Date: Saturday September 17
Venue: Adventure Alternatives
Get Tickets Here
International Camp Directors Course (ICDC)
Date: 25 - 28 September 2011
Venue: Vision Valley, NSW
READ MORE
Queensland Narrative & Bush Adventure Therapy Workshops
Date: Wednesday 5 - Friday 7 October
Venue: Woodstock, Tamborine
READ MORE
Great Aussie Camp Out 2011
Date: Saturday October 15th, 2011
READ MORE
Parks Outdoor Recreation Forum (Brisbane)
Date: 19 October 2011
Venue: Sports House, Milton
Agenda: Detail to follow
Previous PORF Resources
2011 National Sea Kayak Symposium
Date: 21 - 23 October 2011
Venue: Gold Coast
READ MORE
The Queensland Outdoor Recreation Awards Dinner
Venue: The Greek Club, South Brisbane
Date: Friday October 28, 2011
READ MORE
K2 Camp Quality Treasure Hunt
Date: Saturday 26th November 2011
Venue: Brisbane City
17th National Outdoor Education Conference
Theme: The Next Step...
Venue: University of Canberra
Dates: 16-18th January, 2012
READ MORE
Presenters!
READ MORE on how to submit your Expression of Interest
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