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Kayaks for Hillary Outdoors

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Help make good Kiwi Kids even greater: support our campaign for a new kayak

Auckland

Kayaking is an activity that is enjoyed by many students throughout our programmes – such regular use sees kayaks getting plenty of wear and tear. We are seeking your support to raise funds for a new kayak to be used at our Great Barrier Island Centre, to ensure students can enjoy kayak activities for years to come. See below a testimonial from a student who attended a Great Barrier Island programme

“It was a great opportunity to be active in so many outdoor pursuits during our week from school. I became very proficient at sea kayaking because we spent many hours practicing in the water. Great Barrier Island was a beautiful setting for our group to learn many new skills” – student from Melville High School.

Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoors Education Trust's involvement (page creator)

Life changing NZ outdoor education experiences via programmes that inspire young people.

Charitable trust established in 1972 by Graeme Dingle with Sir Edmund Hillary as original patron. In the spirit of these inspirational leaders, the organisation introduces people to the NZ outdoors and participants explore the potential within themselves. Through Hillary Outdoors programmes, skills such as teamwork, leadership are developed, sowing the seed for change, like greater independence and self-esteem. There are two centres based in magnificient remote locations; Tongariro and Great Barrier Island. The organisation also runs a nationwide programme of multi-sport events for secondary school students.

About us

From humble beginnings in 1972, Hillary Outdoors are now the custodians of the amazing legacy created by Sir Graeme Dingle and Sir Edmund Hillary; today, over 50 years later, creating brighter futures for young New Zealanders.

With such a deep history, our schools programme now has a place in the hearts of generations of New Zealanders. Our tertiary certificate and diploma programmes provide the outdoor learning and adventure tourism sectors with sought-after instructors and guides. Our secondary school, adventure race challenges, boost participation in sports and help to develop future athletes.

Through outdoor and adventure education, rangatahi have transformative experiences that develop resilience, confidence and leadership, empowering them to do extraordinary things.