John Jones Fish River Journey 2010

The Fish River Journey takes place over 18 days in the Eastern Cape Province and involves 160 plus students from St Andrew’s College and the Diocesan School for Girls’. Their physical journey begins at the source of the Fish River, the Nardousberg; 2429 meters above sea level, 51km from Graaff- Reinet. Each group journeys from the source to the mouth of the Fish River and covers the diverse terrain by canoeing, cycling, running and walking. Because the Fish River is steeped in educational, social and economic interest, learning takes place beyond the classroom walls. The children learn about caring for the earth, strategies for sustainable living and how to improve the quality of human life while living within the capacity of supporting ecosystems. Through their journey, they begin the life-long learning habits of observation and reflection. They learn of their own strengths and what should be truly valued in others. The Journey challenges the participants to extend their boundaries and build their strength and resourcefulness. The aim is to develop in each boy and girl a strong sense of identity, place, time and culture through interacting with the Eastern Cape’s diverse environment, both social and natural.

Information on our upcoming Fish River Journey will be posted here as and when it is released.
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Forms and information for 2010 parents and participants:
Letter to parents    Indemnity Form    Equipment Order Form    Fresh Food Supplies 
Parents Handbook    Grade 10 Handbook    FRJ Collage

DAILY UPDATES:
Once the journey commences, photos and field reports will be added here as they are received.