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Brief activity overview:
Scouts will participate in an abseiling experience on established cliff face approximately 10m high, under instruction from the Sydney North Rockcraft team. All ropes, harness, helmets and related equipment for abseiling will be supplied on the day.
Participant Clothing:
All youth need to wear comfortable, robust clothing including long shorts or leggings/walking pants. No loose or bulky clothes. Fully enclosed, sturdy foot wear - joggers are suitable provided they can be laced up or fastened securely. Uniform does not need to be worn. Hair should be tied back. Bring a sun hat and suncream.
Participant Food and Drinks:
Participants may bring items to eat or drink while on the activity as there are no near-by shops. Please ensure they are labelled witn name and unit.
Method of transport to and from the activity: Own Transport
Cost:
Cost is $23.
please transfer and note your childs name and Cam of Bal for the group you belong to being either Cammeray or Balmoral.
BSB: 032 197
Account: 821297
1st Balmoral Sea Scouts
Management:
Abseiling activity at the Lindfield Rocks site will be managed by SNR Scout Abseiling Coordinator Roland Simpson & the SNR Rockcraft Team. When arriving at the abseil site, all participants (including accompanying adults) must remain three (3) body lengths from the cliff edge.
Risk statement:
Abseiling is a high risk activity with potential, albeit remote, for an uncontrolled fall resulting in a life threating injury. Other potential injuries include scrapes and rope burn. To minimise these risks, the activity is run by the SNR Rockcraft team in accordance with strict procedures and protocols. Safety is the priority, all youth must ensure they listen and follow instructions of the Scout Rockcraft team at all times. Participants not adhering to activity rules or instruction will be excluded from the activity.
Emergency Contact: Sarah Forde 0434926508
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