Institute for Outdoor Learning UK Conference & Professional Development Event

Friday 17 October: 10.00 - 17.15

A day of thought provoking insights and discussions. For outdoor managers, leaders, lecturers and practitioners with an interest in the future of outdoor learning.

• ‘What is the Value of Outdoor Learning to Society?’
  - Dr. Pete Higgins and Simon Beames (PhD) from the School of Education, University of Edinburgh
• ‘How we Evidence the Value of Our Work’
  - Jon Owen and Lucy Maynard from the School of Outdoor Studies, University of Cumbria
• ‘News and Updates from around the Sector’
  - Peter Thompson (SkillsActive), Mike Tones (LOtC) and Duncan Carter (CCPR), Marcus Bailie (AALS)

Outcomes include the establishment of working parties to take forward the key points from the discussion seminars.

Friday 17 October: 17.30 onwards

Illustrated talk by explorer Conrad Dickinson (IOL Vice President), drinks in the bar, dinner and a quiz!

Saturday 18 October: 09.30 - 16.30

A day of professional development opportunities for outdoor practitioners: updates, network, explore and/or develop your practice. Some of the workshop themes to choose from:

• Management Strategies
• Higher Education & Professional Development
• Health & Safety for Practitioners
• Teamwork & Communication Theory
• Outdoor & Environmental Education
• Technical Skills

A range of ticket options are available:

• Full 2-days with Accommodation/Dinner
• Either day with Accommodation/Dinner on Friday night
• Friday only or Saturday only

The facilities at Keele offer superb accommodation and catering all at reasonable rates. Special rates for IOL members.