Grade 5 Trip—Go Ape-Facing our fears

Excitement was in the air on the 11th of May when the Grade 5 learners went on an outing to Go Ape SA.  Go Ape South Africa is an aerial forest park built to be enjoyed by all ages. This park contains courses made of platforms constructed at various levels in the trees. The platforms are connected by different types of bridges (that represent obstacles), participants using safety equipment manoeuvre from platform to platform. The parks operate with virtually no negative environmental impact and the trees are well cared for and protected.

We were welcomed by Mr. Mike Catton and his team where they explained the safety procedures for the day.  The excitement level rose while the learners practiced how to use the equipment and manoeuvre themselves from platform to platform.

Initially, there were many tears while completing the first obstacle but after a while smiles on their faces appeared while zip lining through the beautiful forest park.  I think each and every learner faced their fears on some level.

At the end of the day, the grade 5’s had an exceptional, meaningful and memorable day that they will never forget!