Chemistry
- Chemistry of concrete and corrosion., JUNIOR LEVEL
- Chemsitry of Concrete nad corrosion, SENIOR LEVEL
- Iron and Steel
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Study of society and environment
- History of engineering of Story Bridge
- Historic bridges for investigation
- Modern bridges for investigation
- Story Bridge, view into the past
- Surviving the Great Depression
- Google Earth, Story Bridge and bearings
- Timelines
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Physics
- Bridge Design web quest
- Bridge failures for investigation
- Modern bridges for investigation
- Forces on the bridge, JUNIOR LEVEL
- Forces on the bridge, SENIOR LEVEL
- Working under pressure
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Industrial design and technology
- Bridge construction
- Bridge design web quest
- Bridge failures for investigation
- Modern bridges for investigation
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1st May, 2007
Dear Sir or Madam,
Welcome to the Story Bridge Adventure Climb Education program!
Over a period of years, we have been working with several Industrial Design and Technology, Science, and Study of Society and the Environment teachers to develop the Story Bridge Adventure Climb Education Program, a comprehensive learning experience built around a bridge climb. We believe this program is a world first.
Should you be interested in receiving more information on the education program, please email me at education@sbac.net.au and I will forward you a disk containing a short video presentation on the bridge climb, over 100 pages of support material in the three disciplines above, worksheet solutions and a PowerPoint presentation covering the history and engineering of the Story Bridge. Information as well as curriculum material may be accessed via the Education Program portal on our web site: www.sbac.net.au
The cost of a student climb is $55, including GST (which can be claimed back by the school). This is considerably lower than our advertised concession rate of $82.50 and our normal public climb rate of $110.00. One teacher per climb group of twelve students will climb at no charge.
I offer my personal invitation for your school to participate in this exciting educational opportunity. Should you or any of your staff have questions about the program, I or one of my team will be happy to assist.
Yours sincerely
Paul Lewin
CEO Story Bridge Adventure Climb
(07) 3514 6900
paul@sbac.net.au
The Educational Climb Experience
- Climbers must be over the age of ten years.
- Enclosed rubber-soled footwear must be worn.
- Lockers are provided for storage of personal items.
- Climbers will be briefed on all aspects of the climb before commencing and get a feel for the climb on our climb simulator.
- Educational climb groups consist of twelve student climbers, an accompanying teacher, plus a climb leader.
- The climb experience takes approximately two and a half hours and starts with a short DVD covering the history and engineering of the bridge.
- Climbers are provided with a climb suit, a radio receiver headset, and, if required, a lanyard to secure eyewear, a cap and wet weather gear.
- Climbers are attached to a static line for the duration of the climb.
- The climb leader will provide an informative commentary during the climb and challenge the students with questions.
- The teacher accompanying the group will also be fitted with a microphone.
Click Here to enquiry about a booking.
To obtain the worksheet solutions or the Powerpoint presentation please contact Story Bridge Adventure Climb directly
Frequently Asked Questions
The Experience
How many people can participate in an educational climb?
Educational climb groups consist of twelve students, one Free of Charge Teacher plus a climb leader.
How long does the experience take?
The climb experience takes approximately two and a half hours and starts with a short DVD covering the history and engineering of the bridge.
Is the bridge safe? Could any students stray from the group or ‘fall off’?
Climbers are attached to a static line for the duration of the climb.
The students haven’t done any climbing before – how will they know what to do?
Climbers will be briefed on all aspects of the climb before commencing and get a feel for the climb on our climb simulator.
How is the climb educational?
The education program covers the following topics:
- Study of Society and Environment
- Industrial Design and Technology
Full details on these topics, including worksheets, are available in the ‘Teacher’s’ section of our website.
The climb leader will provide an informative commentary on the history and heritage of the bridge, the surrounding suburbs and landmarks during the climb and challenge the students with questions.
What if the accompanying teacher needs to speak to the group?
The teacher accompanying the group will also be fitted with a microphone.
After the climb
What is there to do for students waiting to climb or students that finish before other groups?
There are a number of parks in the Kangaroo Point area including Captain Burke Park which contains picnic areas.
Payment
Does a deposit have to be paid upon booking?
A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the total amount must be paid upon booking.
When is the final payment due?
The final payment must be received at least seven days prior to scheduled climb.
*Prices are valid until 30 November 2008.
*All climbers are subject to our standard terms and conditions which are available on the Story Bridge Adventure Climb website and will be provided for you upon confirmation of booking.
Policies
What is the cancellation policy?
The climb can be cancelled no later than seven days prior to the climb date. The school will not receive the deposit back.
Can the date of the booking be changed?
The date of the booking can be changed no later than seven days prior to the climb date.
Do you climb in all weather conditions?
We climb in all weather conditions except for excessively high winds, electrical storms or hail. You will be notified by Story Bridge Adventure Climb if the climb is to be rescheduled.
Students
How old do the student climbers need to be?
All climbers must be a minimum age of ten years and a minimum height of 130cm.
How many students do we need to have to book?
Minimum booking is 12 students per school.
Minimum of 10 students per any subsequent climb.
An indemnity form must be filled out and signed by a parent or guardian before students are able to climb.
What will happen if a student that is already booked to climb is unable to climb?
The student can be replaced with another climber.
Teachers
What is the ‘Accompanying Teacher’s Rate’?
One teacher per group of twelve students climbs free of charge. A maximum of 13 climbers are allowed per climb, including the accompanying teacher.
How many teachers are allowed per climb group?
Additional teachers can climb within a group or groups but they must pay the student rate of $55.00.
Wardrobe
What do the climber’s need to wear?
Enclosed rubber-soled footwear must be worn.
All climbers are provided with a climb suit, a radio receiver headset, and, if required, a lanyard to secure eyewear, a cap and wet weather gear.
Is there anywhere to store unworn clothing and personal items?
Lockers are provided for storage of personal items.
When to climb
Educational climbs will operate before and during school hours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, excluding school and public holidays.
Educational Climb Terms and Conditions
- Educational climbs will operate before and during school hours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
- Minimum booking is 12 students per school.
- Minimum of 10 students per any subsequent climb.
- All climbers must complete an indemnity form prior to arrival at base head quarters. Indemnity forms can be downloaded from the “Teacher’s” section of the website.
- A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the total amount must be paid upon booking.
- A booking is not confirmed until a confirmation has been received by the school from our Reservations Centre.
- Names of climbers are to be provided no later than 7 days before the scheduled climb.
- Final Payment must be made 7 days before the scheduled climb.
- Prices are valid until 30 November 2008.
- All climbers are subject to our standard terms and conditions.
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