We aim to promote safe and enjoyable participation in outdoor activities as an extension of the curriculum and to foster an appreciation of and respect for the natural environment.

Most activities can be undertaken whilst in residence at one of the Outdoor Centres, or as daily activities based in an appropriate location near you.

• Outdoor Activity Services
  We provide a wide range of activities and services tailored to suit your needs. There is sure to be something of interest on offer for everyone.
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• Guidelines for Offsite Safety - Quickstart guide
  The Quickstart guide gives local leaders working under the hospices of Dumfries & Galloway Council guidance on the process required to fulfil the requirements of the Adventurous Activities Licence. If all leaders following this simple guide they will be ensuring the best possible safety for all young people taking part in adventurous activity.
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• Leader Accreditation Scheme (LAS)
  If you wish to become a leader in a range of outdoor activity disciplines but don't want to commit to completing a National Governing Body qualification why not try being locally accredited.
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• Guidance from the licensing authority on the Adventure Activities Licensing Regulations 2004. The Activity Centres (Young Persons Safety) Act 1995
  L77 - Guidance on the licensing regulations 2004 The aim of the licensing regulations is to "give assurance that good safety management practice is being followed so that young people can continue to have opportunities to experience exciting and stimulating activities outdoors while not being exposed to avoidable risk." These regulations outline the framework to ensuring best practice is followed.
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• Outdoor Activities Staff
  The Outdoor Activity team is made up of qualified teachers, instructors, leisure attendants, cleaners and caterers.
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• Stronord Outdoor Centre
  Stronord is a former school, situated at the southern edge of Kirroughtree Forest, (Forest Enterprise), about 5 miles east of Newton Stewart. (OS 1:50000 Sheet 83 Reference 452643)
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• Carlingwark Outdoor Activity Centre
  Carlingwark Outdoor Activity Centre is located on the shore of Carlingwark Loch within the town of Castle Douglas.
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• Outdoor Activities Safety
  Safety is of paramount importance. All Staff hold outdoor qualifications at the highest levels and all hold first aid qualifications.
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