Rowing belongs everywhere – and this 1 day program is for kids returning home for the holidays and who have been rowing at school.

The Bush Kids Rowing Program is an initiative of Outback Rowing Australia designed to give children in regional and remote Queensland the chance to experience rowing in a different environment.  For those that are rowing at school and returning home for holidays, it is a chance to connect with others and row and race together in a fun environment.

• Kids (Grade 6 - 12) in regional and remote towns who want to try a fun, team-based water sport.
• Parents and carers looking for safe, structured, and exciting activities for their children.
• Schools and educators interested in introducing students to unique sporting opportunities and active outdoor learning.
• Rowing schools and coaches who want to contribute to the growth of rowing beyond their schools.

The program runs over 1 day, and includes coach led training plus 1 day of racing in the Outback rowing Regatta in Barcaldine. 

• 8:30 am – Meet  for a welcome and safety briefing
• Morning Session – Land-based introduction: rowing machines (ergos), parts of the boat, handling oars, and safe lifting
• Morning Tea – Refuel and prepare for the water 
• Mid-morning Session – First on-water session
• Lunch Break – Relax and connect with new teammates
• Afternoon Session – Back on the water for more rowing
• 2:30 pm – Program concludes for the day

The Bush Kids Program is $85 per person.

Families may also be eligible to use a FairPlay Voucher to cover the fee, these can be applied for through the Queensland Government website: www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/fairplay.

With thanks ...

In collaboration with Distance Education networks, the Isolated Children’s and Parents’ Association, Bush Kids Charity, Local Queensland Schools, Rowing Queensland, Morgans Foundation The Big Dry, Port of Brisbane  and Teach Outback, this program offers kids from the bush a unique opportunity to experience rowing in a safe, supportive, and fun environment.