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| Outdoor Pursuits   Outdoor Pursuits at ISM forms part of an extensive extra-curricular programme and, additionally, provides an integrated link between subjects on the curriculum. Located close to Africa's Great Rift Valley, the school is ideally situated in an environment that encourages varied activities. The Indian Ocean with its great coral reefs is within easy reach for snorkelling trips and marine studies. The Pangani Field Study Centre on the coast is owned by the school and regularly provides a base for such trips. Close to Moshi are the Masai Steppe, the active volcano of Oldonyo Lengai, the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, the vast Serengeti and other important national parks. 'Flat Earth' and other excursions allow students to enjoy the unique scenery whilst learning something about bushcraft, wildlife and local culture. A well-established programme of graded mountaineering expeditions to Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru and elsewhere exist to provide training for students in mountaincraft, teamwork and in leadership skills. Good relations are enjoyed by the school with the Tanzanian National Parks Authority who in turn are enthusiastic in their support of our activities. The Outdoor Pursuits department is well-equipped with a wide range of camping and mountaineering equipment and clothing that is updated and replaced as necessary. Transport, although shared with other departments within the school, is readily available in the form of Land Rovers / Land Cruisers, a bus, and a specially converted safari lorry. Students of all secondary ages are encouraged to participate in the programme, which is extremely popular. Look at the photos of a few of the many trips we have offered: More details are given in the Student OP Handbook which can be downloaded here. |
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