The male trek will be conducted at Moolooloo in the North Flinders Ranges from 15 to 20th September 2019
PLEASE NOTE: There is no female trek in SA in 2019. You can join the QLD treks. See this link here.
For information, nomination and completion of the other admin required before arrival, please contact POC SA Male Trek,
Greg Hallam,
greg@chillingout.com.au
mobile 0419 312 884
If you’re interested in attending you need to look at the following forms
General Instructions (Will download as a Word file)
Personal and medical information (Will download as a Word file)
Please note: You will be required to gain a doctor’s clearance to attend.
Further information
Further information will be provided to you and your partner (if applicable) if you are interested in attending. If you have any questions, please call the POC (see above).
Who can attend
– Participation is free, ex Adelaide. Travel assistance is
– Younger veterans, ie post-Vietnam, are the target group from any of the services
– Each trek will cater for up to 12 serving and ex-service volunteers identified as individuals who will benefit from the experience
– The SA trek will be based in the North Flinders Ranges at Moolooloo Station which is 42 km east of Parachilna on the Glass Gorge Road
– The course will utilize the remote environment combined with team and individual analysis assisted by skilled leaders. Some nights will be spent in the bush in relatively rough conditions
– The program will be delivered by veterans who have faced and overcome the issues which confront younger veterans. Civilian expertise will also be utilized.
Design
Trojan’s Trek will provide the setting and conditions under which participants will experience a lasting positive shift in personal values and interpersonal relationships designed to improve their lifestyle and community involvement.
Objectives
The objectives of the trek are to develop in the participants through joint and individual challenge:
– an understanding of how thoughts and feelings influence
– exposure to various strategies which will bring about positive change,
– suggested individual responses which are effective in achieving the aim, and
– enhance self-esteem.
How is Trojan’s Trek different from standard therapies and counseling?
Trojan’s trek is a circuit breaker program. Individuals will require follow-up treatment on completion. The differences between this program and conventional treatment may be summarized as follows:
The program;
– is culture-specific,
– encourages group identity and experience sharing,
-involves veteran to veteran delivery,
– utilizes the remoteness and peace of the bush
– focuses is on individuals transference from “victim to warrior”, and
– includes providing partners with some understanding of the illness.
Outcomes
To date, the impact of the trek on participants and families has been excellent. The program has been independently evaluated by the Australian Centre for Post Traumatic Mental Health. The Trojan’s Trek Board is keen to continue the program and convincing those who make decisions in this area, that this approach to military stress is a valuable adjunct to other methods of treatment. The philosophy of peer to peer support is sound and may have wider application within the military and other organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
I know you will have many questions prior to your commitment. The following FAQ may assist you.
– Q. Do I get paid during the project? A. No, leave from your employer is probably the answer.
– Q. Can
– Q. Do I have to pay to attend? A. No, we provide transport from Adelaide to the trek location and return; and feed you for the six days away.
– Q. Am I covered for compensation? A. Yes, the Foundation has a Public Liability Policy which covers the activity.
– Q. Am I required to walk very far? A. No, the trek is a journey which is cerebral, not physical. Almost all movement between locations is done by vehicle.
– Q. Will I receive mileage payments for attending briefings etc. A. No, unfortunately, we cannot pay this element.
– Q. What if there is a family emergency, can I get home? A. Yes
– Q. Do I have to take special gear? A. If you have a swag, belt and water bottles, compass and a day pack, that will be helpful. Otherwise, we will supply.
– Q. What else do I take? A. All this detail will be provided, however, no expensive equipment is required.
– Q. Is a shop handy if I forget something? A. No, what we or you carry is all we have. Note: the trek is alcohol and drug-free apart from prescription drugs.
– Q. Can I be contacted during the trek? A. Yes, a message may be left at the Shearers’ Quarters at Moolooloo SA and at Millmerran QLD.
– Q. Are
Further information
Please note: You will be required to gain a doctor’s clearance to attend. Further information will be provided to you and your partner (if applicable,) if you are interested in attending. If you have any questions, please call or email Moose or the respective POC below
Greg Hallam
POC SA male members
Mobile 0419 312 884
greg@chillingout.com.au
Moose Dunlop
moose@trojanstrek.com
Mobile: 0408 088 886