Who is this group for? Young autistic people aged 13-17 who attend mainstream schooling.
Adventure Club
10am – 3pm Saturday
A monthly group for teens who love the outdoors and want to explore a variety of different outdoor activities with their peers.
$300/session
Please bring lunch, snacks, water, a backpack, waterproof jacket and clothing suitable to the activity.
February 1 | Lorne Waterfalls Adventure |
March 1 | Kayaking on Painkalac Creek |
April 7-9 | Forrest Bike Camp |
May 3 | Rockclimbing at Staughton Vale |
June 7 | Mountain Biking at Anglesea |
July 7-9 | Snow Camp |
August 2 | Surf Coast Walk |
September 22-24 | Great Ocean Walk Hike |
October 4 | You Yangs Adventure Race |
November 1 | Abseiling at Big Rock |
December 6 | Fishing at Lorne |
Epic Holidays
An opportunity for young people with a disability to experience some time away from home, building social skills and self-awareness. Epic Holidays will focus on skill development and capacity building within the group whilst experiencing mountain biking, bushwalking, kayaking, swimming and fishing! The GAS team are committed to facilitating an inclusive and comfortable environment with a supportive and safe culture amongst all participants. Our Epic Holidays trips are perfect for young people looking to develop new friendships and create memorable, positive and fun experiences outdoors.
January 13-15 | Anglesea Mountain bike riding, bushwalking, beach activities & canoeing. |
April 7-9 | Forrest Mountain Bike Camp |
July 7-9 | Snow Camp |
September 22-24 | Great Ocean Walk Hike |
Book now by returning the intake form (PDF version | Word Version).
Session cost (Adventure Club):
Group Activities in the Community – 1:2 – Saturday – [04_104_0136_6_1] $47.53/hr
- 5-hours of Service Delivery: $237.65
- 1-hour of Non-Face-To-Face Services (group planning and equipment preparation): $47.53
Group Activity Based Transport [04_591_0136_6_1] $1/km
- 20 kilometers: $20.00
Total Cost: $305.18
Cost will vary to reflect accurate km travelled (shared equally between participants).
Cost (Epic Holiday):
Short Term Accommodation and Assistance – 01_054_0115_1_1 – $1000 per day
3-days/2-nights: $2500
Cost breakdown:
$1600 (Support Staff)
$50 (Accommodation)
$120 (Transport)
$250 (Food)
$300 (Activity Costs)
$180 (Equipment Hire)