Hello from your IAANT National reps and other Australian IAANT Committee and Leadership Team members, IAANT continues to grow and move through the phases of change and has been actively trying to reach and engage the global community. It’s now over a year ago since many folks gathered together to celebrate the “Healing Power of … Read more
3rd December | 5.30pm | Myrtle Gully Falls After a successful and inspiring November OHA Community Walk, we are offering another community walk in December. Outdoor health practitioners and those interested in the field are invited to come along for an evening of connection and movement at the foothills of Kunanyi. We will meet at … Read more
5th November | 5.30pm | Pipeline Track Outdoor health practitioners and those interested in the field are invited to gather on Muwinina Country for an afternoon of connection and movement. Our Tasmanian regional representatives regularly host gatherings in nature, creating opportunities for community members to connect with one another, share experiences and strengthen our community … Read more
23 August | 10am–12pm | Alphington This winter, OHA Victoria members are invited to gather on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country for a morning of connection, reflection and gentle movement through the earth-based mindfulness practice of Wayapa Wuurrk. Our Victorian regional representatives regularly host gatherings in nature, creating opportunities for OHA members to connect with one another, … Read more
These are just some of the wonderful training opportunities that exist in Outdoor Health. If you would like to share your training option please email [email protected] to find out more. International Training: Adventure & Nature-based Therapy Practice: An immersive online and in-person learning journey in the Himalayan foothills (India) | Oct–Dec 2026 (https://www.qualiaoutdoortherapy.in/ ) Do … Read more
The Australian Adventure Activity Standards (AAAS) provide national standards and good-practice guidance for the safe delivery of outdoor and adventure-based activities. They include risk-based standards for planning, leadership and participant care as well as activity-specific Good Practice Guides. While not mandatory, they do carry real-world weight as many land managers require service providers to demonstrate … Read more
The Victorian Department of Health Child Safe Standards Self-Assessment Tool, provides organisations with a practical way to review their current practices and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Outdoor Health Australia (OHA) strongly supports practices that centre child safety. This commitment is reflected in the OHA Quality Framework: Ethical Principles and Practice Standards, which includes a … Read more
Stride Outside campaign This September, OHA is supporting the Stride Outside campaign to get more people outside for better mental health. Led by Stride, one of Australia’s largest mental health organisations, the campaign is a free and inclusive challenge to spend 30 minutes outdoors every day for 30 days. This might include spending a daily … Read more
Thanks to Kelly Stork, Adapt NSW for sharing this resource with OHA and our community. As our climate continues to change, supporting young people to build climate literacy, resilience and wellbeing is increasingly important. AdaptNSW has developed A Climate of Change, a free suite of educational resources designed for young people aged 15–17. A Climate … Read more
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