The Recre8 Program: Spring 2022

Dear Young People, Parents, and Carers

Welcome to the Recre8 Program!

The intention of this information pack is to pass on important information about the

upcoming Recre8 Program Prep Camp and Expedition, as well as some more important

forms we need you to complete.

Firstly, we would like to introduce the Recre8 team:

● Andy Hamilton is our Team Leader and Lead Psychologist for the Recre8 Program. He

is also the Program Manager and founder of Human Nature Adventure Therapy and is

unique identity.

● Sally McAdamis aTherapeutic Mentor, a brilliant trainer and also a fun-lovingskipper

who is passionate about experiential learning, seamanship and sustainable practice.

Sally brings laughter and passion to the crew.

● Alex Mlodziejewski is an Adventure Therapist and Counsellor with a wealth of

experience supporting young people to engage in their lives in a way that supports

healthy foundations for purposeful living. Alex is also an equine therapist and keen

rock climber.

● Ingrid Neumannis an experienced outdoor activity leader and group facilitator, with a

great balance of fun and safe practice. Ingrid brings a steady and capable hand to

on enhancing the use of adventure education approaches, particularly in the marine

environment. They will ensure that we have a safe and successful Preparation Camp,

Expedition and Reunion, and provide comprehensive risk management, first-aid and

emergency support.

We are all very much looking forward to making the upcoming program a positive and

life-changing experience for all involved.

By now one of us should have spoken with most of you, and met with your young person, but

if you have any additional questions or need any clarification on the information provided

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ

The Program

The program has been specifically designed to present you with the opportunity, as an

individual and as part of a group, to challenge yourself to venture beyond the familiar and

awaken your true potential. We will take you on a unique journey of self-discovery where

leadership, communication, teamwork and other vital life skills will be essential elements

toward achieving this objective.

With the encouragement and support of the group and the support staff, you’ll learn that

with perseverance and a belief in yourself, you can achieve so much more than you ever

thought possible. Whatever the reasons for coming, you will leave revitalised, with a sense of

from the enjoyment of other participants or their optimum opportunity for growth, then that

participant may be removed from the program at their own expense. In these instances, no

refund of any program contributions will be made.

Clothing and Equipment

Please be sure to bring everything on the clothing and equipment list. Anything not taken on

the program can be left in the bag you bring (we will provide the hiking backpack for the

program). Valuables can be locked up safely. You will get everything back at the end of the

expedition in time to get changed to go home.

What NOT to Bring on the Program

Valuables, entertainment items (music players, radios, computer games etc.), mobile

You will get more out of the program if you have done some physical preparation

beforehand. We suggest that you incorporate one hour of active exercise into your daily

routine. If possible, you can also set aside an extra 10 minutes a day for some strengthening

exercises. If you can start doing this at least 4 weeks prior to expedition, earlier if possible, the

bigger the difference it will make to your adventure. We understand that every individual has

a varying degree of ability and fitness and if you have concerns about your ability and

fitness, please consult a medical professional for a suitable exercise regime.

Health Information

It is important that all forms are returned to us by the date specified. This allows staff time to

prepare and to contact you if we have further questions. If you have been in recent contact

Covid-19 Procedures

In planning for and delivering Recre8, Human Nature Adventure Therapy takes seriously our

responsibility to provide and maintain, so far as is reasonably practicable, an environment

that is safe and without risks to the health of participants and employees. This includes

preventing, and where prevention is not possible, reducing risks to health or safety

associated with potential exposure to COVID-19. kmghces

Our Covid-19 Safety Plan details the responsibilities and actions of Human Nature Adventure

Therapy staff in areas such as screening for Covid-19. All participants need to be aware that

they will not be able to commence the program if they have COVID-19 symptoms or have

tested positive to Covid-19 in the last 7 days. Unfortunately, if any participant develops

Tuesday 2nd August: All paperwork needs to be submitted by this date (at the latest

please!)

Human Nature Referral Form (Should be already submitted).

Recre8 Spring 2022 Consent and Medical Details Form

Recre8 Application - young person

Financial Contribution Form – to indicate to us who might be making any financial

contributions on behalf of your young person.

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Tues 30th August – Thurs 8th September: Recre8 ten-day Expedition at Moreton Island/Bay,

The Prep Camp is a two-day, overnight camp, which is a chance to get a taste of what the

Recre8 experience will be like. The camp introduces the Program and provides a practice

run for the Expedition. We will be going on an overnight hike and camping out. To be held in

the Broken Head area (between Lennox Head and Byron Bay NSW).

The young people will meet and get to know all of the other crew, take their gear for a ‘test

drive’, learn some skills, get a sense of the expectations of the program and have fun.

Among other things we will be learning how to use gear, packing our hiking packs, hiking to

our campsite, setting up camp, preparing our meals and more.

The Prep Camp also allows the team to see how all the young people get along with each

other, to make some group agreements and help them prepare for what to expect on the

On return from the camp your young person may be tired (many often don’t sleep so well on

their first night in the bush), excited or uncertain. If they are having doubts about coming on

the expedition, please allow them the space to make their own decision, but also support

them to look for solutions to any perceived obstacles they may be encountering. They (or

you) are encouraged to contact the Recre8 team with questions or concerns to help this

process. We would like to accommodate their needs as much as possible.

Travel Arrangements for The Prep Camp

For the Prep Camp you will need to take your young person to the meeting point – Broken

Head Hall. For those who can’t organise transport we will do our best to assist by connecting

you with other families coming from the same area. We also like to support transport sharing

Start: We will start the Prep Camp on Tuesday 16th August at 9.30am at the carpark of

goals and strategies for creating a fulfilling future. The unique combination of activities and

counselling throughout the journey provides a non-threatening context which promotes

self-esteem, independence, maturity, resilience, team spirit, social connectedness,

connection to country and motivation for life.