BRONZE CAMPSunday 5th December - Saturday 11th December 2010

CLUB HISTORYThe Lakes Entrance Surf Life Saving Club is a friendly club full of enthusiastic members, great personalities and a bunch of really special people. It is situated on the Ninety Mile Beach across the footbridge on Main Beach in Lakes Entrance.

The club was first formed in October 1931. Since that time the club has matured and grown in strength. The current membership of the club is approximately 120 active members in addition to the 140 nippers and cadets that form our junior program, plus social members who proudly support the club.

In addition to the traditional rescue and emergency equipment, the club contains racing malibu boards, ski’s, a 4wd vehicle, a surf boat and much more. The club itself contains; kitchen facilities, two bunkrooms, an open club house area, the radio tower, bar and function room, toilets / showers, an IRB storage shed and much more. All these facilities are available for members to use. The atmosphere and positioning of Surf Life Saving Lakes Entrance provides an excellent form of motivation for personal and physical development and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle.

WHY JOIN?Attaining your Bronze Medallion or Surf Rescue Certificate is a great accomplishment in itself and is a great boost for one’s self esteem. Once you are a member there are many benefits both as a member of the club and Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA). As a club member you are afforded many rights including access to the clubhouse facilities and equipment.

The Surf Rescue CertificateThe Surf Rescue Certificate allows younger members to be probationary lifesavers to help prepare for active patrolling duties. The award trains candidates in rescue skills, first aid and patient management, resuscitation, plus, a theoretical component exploring safety knowledge and surf awareness. The candidate’s physical fitness is tested by a 100m run – 100m swim – 100m run and simulated rescues using a rescue board and tube.

The Bronze MedallionThe Bronze Medallion is the core award for active lifesavers across Australia. The practical and theoretical sections of the award are designed to test a person’s competency in surf awareness, emergency care, patrol and rescue procedures and first aid. A candidate’s physical fitness is tested by a 200m run – 200m swim – 200m run and simulated rescues using a rescue board and tube.

The Bronze Medallion, along with 20 hours of practical experience on patrol, includes the units of competency for a Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue). As such, this course constitutes nationally recognised training with qualifications being issued by Surf Lifesaving Victoria

Other AwardsThe Bronze Camp also provides a platform for members to progress through the lifesaving award pathway. Some of these awards include:• ARC – Advanced Resuscitation Certificate• IRB Crew Certificate• Silver Medallion – IRB Driving• TOC – Training Officer Certificates• Assessor Certificates

Patrolling: Following successful completion of the training and assessment, new members are expected to patrol for a minimum of one season in return for the training provided by the club. Of course the club hopes that the Bronze Camp is just the beginning of many enjoyable and rewarding years as a member of the club.

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Career: Completing your Bronze Medallion opens up heaps of opportunities for you, higher awards can be achieved in First Aid, Advanced Resuscitation, Boat Driving, Training and Instruction, Radios, Administration, Competition and more!!! There are also heaps of employment benefits. The Bronze Medallion is highly recognised in Outdoor Recreation fields, Teaching, Coaching, Health and Environmental fields. A Bronze Medallion is a requirement for the police force, and it is quite often sort after by airlines and Navy.

The leadership, commitment and community service of a volunteer lifesaver are held in high esteem by the broader community and, although not specifically related, will give an award holder an edge when applying for other jobs.

WHAT IS BRONZE CAMP?Bronze Camp is the main means of training new lifesavers for our clubs. The Bronze Camp introduces you to surf life saving life, the roles of patrols and competition etc, it is a week where the participants gain valuable lifesaving and personal development skills whilst meeting a new network of friends. Most importantly it’s a place about meeting new people and having fun!

The camp provides participants with the necessary skill, knowledge and qualifications to be able to participate in lifesaving patrols throughout the end of November to Easter patrol period. Successful participants will be placed in rostered patrols and they will form an important part of a patrol team that is tasked with providing a safe beach & aquatic environment for the general public.

The Camp will be conducted on a “live in” basis due primarily to the demanding training program, which comprises of full day schedules in addition to evening instructional sessions. Experienced instructors will be conducting the camp and strict supervision is maintained at all times. The correct safety procedures and equipment will be in place whilst all water based activities such as swimming and rescue practice are taking place. The Bronze Camp should be viewed as a fully fledged training program being conducted by a Registered Training Organisation.

It is anticipated that approximately 35-45 people will take place in this years camp with participants split into squads with an instructor allocated to each squad, this allows for one on one based instruction. Group lectures involving all participants will also be held.

The Surf Bronze Camp provides an excellent opportunity to learn new skills in an activity, which not only offers personal and physical development but also fulfils an invaluable community service. Two main awards are covered during the camp, the Bronze Medallion for those aged 15 and above, and the Surf Rescue Certificate for 13 to 14 year olds. Details of the areas to be covered and examination criteria are listed in the training manual which you will receive.

WHAT ARE THE PRE-REQUISITES? In order to participate candidates must be:• Bronze Medallion: Minimum of 15 years of age and complete a pool swim of 400m in 9min or less • Surf Rescue Certificate: Minimum of 13 years and complete a 200m pool swim in under 5 minutes.

Both of the above swims must be completed in a pool of not less than 25m and witnessed by one of the clubs endorsed assessors. These times are to be obtained before the start of the Bronze Camp at one of the following pre-organised swim sessions in November to be held:• Bairnsdale Aquatic & Recreation Centre - Wednesday 10th (evening) or Saturday 20th (morning)• Lakes Entrance Aqua Dome - Saturday 13th (morning) or Wednesday 17th (evening)

All applicants are to pre-register for these sessions. Exact times will be announced on the club website and emailed to registered applicants closer to the date. For more information contact the Chief Instructor:Tara Donegan on 0438 732 599 or 5128 5304 (bh) or via email tldonegan@hotmail.com

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WHEN & WHERE IS THE CAMP HELD?The camp will be held at the Lakes Entrance Surf Life Saving Club (Opposite end of the footbridge on the Esplanade in Lakes Entrance).

Start Time: 11am Sunday 5th December to 1-2pm Saturday 11th December*.Bronze candidates are required to stay at the Surf Club, where as Surf Rescue Certificate’s are only required between 8am and 6pm.

ACCOMMODATION All participants will be accommodated for on site. There is separate bunkrooms, toilets and shower facilities for males and females. Whilst the building is heated, warm clothes are a necessity.

MEALSAll meals are provided and prepared by voluntary kitchen staff. Care is taken to ensure that food is tasty, nutritious and plentiful. To assist in catering all participants are asked to provide 1 cake, slice or similar that can be shared for morning/afternoon tea or supper.

If you have any food allergies or special dietary requirements please ensure that you inform your coordinator well in advance of the course. This can be done by completing and returning the medical & consent form. If any parents, friends, extended family, etc would like to help out with the preperation of lunch and dinner meals, even if only for one or two meals it would be greatly appreciated. You never know, you might pick up some surf skills yourself and get to know everyone at the club!

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

DISCIPLINE & RULESRules, behaviours and expectations will be further outlined to participants at the commencement of the camp. In addition to this all participants are required to read and sign the code of conduct included in this handbook.

Any participants whose behaviour breaches the code of conduct or has the potential to cause serious danger or distress to themselves or others may be excluded from some activities. In repeat or extreme cases participants may be sent home.

SAFETY, MEDICATION & FIRST AIDAny special health, medication or dietary requirements need to be advised prior to commencement on the Medical form. All instructors hold the SLSA Bronze medallion & relevant training officer’s certificates.In addition to this there will be at least one member in attendance with qualifications in Senior First Aid, Oxygen and Defibrillator at all times. In an emergency an ambulance will be called to the club. In such a situation every reasonable attempt will be made to contact the participants emergency contacts as specified on their medical form.

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*Any money is at participants discretion and may be spent at the kiosk downstairs IF it is open and if time permits. Participants will NOT be allowed over to the main street without parental consent and must be supervised, the surf club is not responsible for providing supervision but may do so at its discretion and if time permits.

• Proper Running Shoes• Workout Clothing• Towels (2x Beach & 1x Bath)• Toiletries• Underwear & Socks• Warm Pants• Warm Jumpers• Warm Waterproof Jacket

• Beanie• PJ’s• Shorts• T-Shirts• Sunglasses & Hat• Bathers x 2• Wetsuit &/ rash vest• Sunscreen & zinc

• Water bottle• Pillow & Pillow Case• Sheets & Sleeping bag & Sleeping Mat• Water bottle• Notebook/pad & pens• SLSA Manual (33rd Edition)• Spending money** (only if you want

to)

COMMUNICATIONIn an emergency participants can be reached at the club on (03) 5155 1333. Families and friends are not encouraged to call unless there is an emergency as this can cause disruption to participant learning. During practical sessions the phone is likely to be unattended. If you need to get an urgent message through in such a situation a message can be left on the Chief Instructors voicemail (Tara 0438 732 599).

CAMP COST - Full ProgramsThe camp costs are dependant upon the award you are obtaining:

The above camp cost structure includes:

* If 2 or more family members participate in the course please consider a family membership, this could alter the cost of the camp and will allow other family members to use the clubs facilities through out the season, for more information please see contact details.

HOW DO I ENROL? STEP 1 Contact the Chief Instructor to express your interest Tara Donegan on 0438 732 599 or 5128 5304 (bh) tldonegan@hotmail.com

STEP 2 Ensure that you meet the pre-requisites for the award you wish to obtain & start training for your swim

STEP 3 Attend and pass a pre-requisite swim Complete the Code of Conduct, Camp Enrolement and Participant Medical forms & send to: Tara Donegan -127 Liddiard Rd TRARALGON VIC 3842 STEP 4 Send a cheque or money order for full amount to: ATT: Treasurer Surf Life Saving Lakes Entrance Inc PO Box 158 LAKES ENTRANCE VIC 3909(On back of Cheque/Money order please write : First Name, Last Name, “Bronze Camp 2010” or name of award)

STEP 5 Participate and have fun!

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• Accommodation & all meals• Course instruction & assessment• Lifesaving awards• Equipment usage• Training resources • SLSA training manual (33rd edition)

• LSV Candidate workbook• Patrol uniform & merchandise - DHL patrol shirt & shorts. - Red & yellow patrol cap.• Membership & insurance.*

Bronze Medallions - $250.00 SRC (not staying @ club) - $220.00

Membership*: Junior (U18) - $70 Individual – $85Family - $170 Social / Associate - $35

CODE OF CONDUCT This code of conduct applies to all participants at the Silver Camp. To be accepted onto the camp participants must have read and agreed to abide by the code whilst representing their club.

As a club member you should meet the following requirements in regard to your conduct during any club sanctioned activity.• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of course instructors, club leaders, members and

other participants• Ensure that all forms of abuse and harassment (including verbal, physical and sexual)

do not occur and take appropriate action if it does• All participants will have the opportunity to be involved regardless of gender, race,

age, religion or background. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated• Act as a role model for the association and encourage other members to follow suit. • Be fair, considerate and honest in all dealings with others• Be professional in, and accept responsibility for your actions• Demonstrate the appropriate behaviour of a lifesaving representative at all times.

‘Appropriate’ behaviour refers to no swearing, no bullying/harassment, no smoking or being intoxicated.

• Smoking, alcohol and use of illegal drugs are banned for all participants.• All facilities and equipment are to be used for their proper purposes and should be

used with care and respect• Immediately report any breakages to camp instructors/leaders • Mobile phones are not to be used during sessions• Participants under 18 are not allowed over to the street unsupervised or without

permission from camp leaders. Permission will be granted at the discretion of camp leaders and if time permits

I have read and understand the above code of conduct and agree to abide by it.

PARTICIPANT NAME PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE DATE

Where participants are aged under 18 years PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

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Medical & Consent Form PARTICIPANT DETAILS

SURNAME GIVEN NAME

DATE OF BIRTH AGE GENDER (circle)

_______ /________ /_______ Male Female ADDRESS

POSTCODE PHONE (BH) PHONE (AH) PHONE (MOB)

PROGRAM DETAILS

PROGRAM NAME

BRONZE CAMP 2010

VENUE START DATE END DATE

LAKES ENTRANCE Sunday 5/12/2010 Saturday 11/12/2010

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

Does the participant have any special dietary requirements? If yes please provide details.

MEDICAL INFORMATION Does the participant suffer from any of the following? Any Allergy Epilepsy fits or blackouts Diabetes Asthma Current Illness (eg flu) Other IF YES PROVIDE DETAILS

MEDICARE PRIVATE HEALTH AMBULANCE COVER

No# Y/N M’ship No#: Y/N M’ship No#: BLOOD GROUP HEPITITS B VACCINATION TETNUS VACCINATION

Y/N DATE: Y/N DATE:

EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS

EMERGENCY CONTACT #1 EMERGENCY CONTACT #2

Full Name

Relationship to Participant

Phone (AH)

Phone (BH)

Phone (mobile)

MEDIA CONSENT I agree to allow the organisers of Gippsland’s Silver Camp to use my name and any photographs, sound and film recordings taken of me at this program for the promotion of the departments services and initiatives to the media and to the general public. PARTICIPANT NAME PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE DATE

PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

RISK WAIVER PROGRAM NAME VENUE START DATE

• I wish to participate/I give my child permission to participate in the above mentioned program.

• In the case of an emergency, I authorise the program staff and volunteers where it is impracticable to communicate with me to arrange for me/my child to receive such medical or surgical treatment as may be deemed necessary. I also undertake to pay or reimburse costs which may be incurred for medical attention, ambulance transport and drugs while I am/my child is enrolled in the program.

• I understand that although the organisers of this program and its volunteers attempt to minimise any risk of personal injury within practical boundaries, accidents do happen and participation in all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken as part of this program.

• I have read, understood, accept and signed the attached code of conduct.

• I accept full responsibility for any personal possessions which I take on the camp. • I hereby undertake to conduct myself in a manner that will not bring disrepute to my

club or the Association.

PARTICIPANT NAME PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE DATE

WHERE PARTICIPANTS ARE AGED UNDER 18YRS PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE