The 40th Celebration
In 1972 a suggestion was put forward by members of the Rangiora and Belfast - Kaiapoi Rotary Clubs… “Why not build a tin shed somewhere up in the mountains where our local high school kids can experience the high country of Canterbury.” 6 years later the Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre was opened.
This October we will be celebrating 40 years of developing outdoor education and recreation programmes for the youth of Canterbury.
Our mission is to provide opportunities for physical activity and personal and social development utilising the facilitation of adventure activities and the outdoor environment.
To celebrate this milestone we are holding a dinner function in Rangiora followed by a weekend of adventure at the Boyle River this coming Labour Weekend. See below for registration.
OUR VISION
Is to provide opportunities for physical activity and personal and social development utilising the facilitation of adventure activities and the outdoor environment.
WHAT WE DO
We offer unique programmes designed to meet the outcomes and objectives of each different group. Our programmes reflect what is important for your group and are targeted at the needs of the participants.
OUR COMMUNITY
The Boyle family extends far and wide. From graduate cadets, the school community, to the volunteer Guardians that are crucuial to the running of our centre.
To find out how you can become part of the Boyle family get in touch now.
Upcoming Events
- Father Son Camp 2021Fri, Apr 09Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreApr 09, 6:00 PM – Apr 11, 12:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandEvery father-son relationship is different - but the strength of this bond, in all its stages and forms, is often undeniable. Whatever phase your relationship is at, whether it be navigating the rollercoaster ride of teenage years or being each other’s best friend, take time to connect.
- Adventure Based Learning - STAR April 2021Mon, Apr 19Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreApr 19, 8:00 AM – Apr 23, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAll participants will have the opportunity to complete three L2 unit standards in Adventure Based Learning, 467, 470 & 473 for a total of 9 credits. The instructors will be gathering evidence for the students throughout the week, providing feedback and coaching where necessary.
- The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - Adventurous JourneysMon, Apr 19Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre
- Mother Daughter Camp 2021Fri, Apr 23Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreApr 23, 7:00 PM – Apr 25, 12:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandEvery Mother-Daughter relationship is different - but the strength of this bond, in all its stages and forms, is often undeniable. Whatever phase your relationship is at, whether it be navigating the rollercoaster ride of teenage years or being each other’s best friend, take time to connect.
- Processing and Facilitation WorkshopTime is TBDBoyle River Outdoor Education CentreTime is TBDBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandThis workshop is designed for educators and trainers who use experiential learning pedagogy and want to deepen their understanding, skills, and use of debriefing and processing strategies to meet specific program goals.
- Potential Leaders - STAR Dec 2020Mon, Dec 14Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreDec 14, 2020, 8:00 AM – Dec 18, 2020, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAn opportunity exists to achieve the Adventure Based Learning (Domain) Unit Standard 24663 (L3 C3) ‘Demonstrate leadership while participating in an ABL programme’ ALSO - a great opportunity to complete your GOLD DofE/Hillary Award Residential week!
- The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - Adventurous Journey GOLD TRAININGSun, Dec 13Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre
- The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - Adventurous Journey SILVERMon, Dec 07Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre
- The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - Adventurous Journey GOLDMon, Nov 23Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre
- Mother Daughter CampFri, Oct 30Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreOct 30, 2020, 7:00 PM – Nov 01, 2020, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandEvery Mother-Daughter relationship is different - but the strength of this bond, in all its stages and forms, is often undeniable. Whatever phase your relationship is at, whether it be navigating the rollercoaster ride of teenage years or being each other’s best friend, take time to connect.
- AF8 Emergency Preparedness ScenarioFri, Oct 02Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreOct 02, 2020, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Road, Boyle Village 7392, New ZealandThe application of scenarios to assess earthquake disaster management mechanisms has emerged as a vital task. Scenarios represent a decision analysis tool used to simulate a set of impacts likely that could result from actual future disasters; in order to devise appropriate response strategies.
- The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - Adventurous JourneysMon, Sep 28Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre
- Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - Gold Adventurous Journey TrainingSat, Sep 26100 Heyders Road
- Father Son CampFri, Sep 25Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreSep 25, 2020, 5:00 PM – Sep 27, 2020, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandEvery father-son relationship is different - but the strength of this bond, in all its stages and forms, is often undeniable. Whatever phase your relationship is at, whether it be navigating the rollercoaster ride of teenage years or being each other’s best friend, take time to connect.
- The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - Silver Adventurous JourneysMon, Sep 21Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre
- Stakeholders Meeting 2020Mon, Jul 27Ministry of Education, Te Uruti BuildingJul 27, 2020, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMMinistry of Education, Te Uruti Building, 48 Hereford St, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New ZealandThe focus will be sharing ideas on how to bring more value and initiative into the camp environment at the Boyle. We have such a wide range of approaches and styles of programme this is a fantastic opportunity to share some of those.
- Potential Leaders - STAR Course JulyMon, Jul 06Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreJul 06, 2020, 8:00 AM – Jul 10, 2020, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAn opportunity exists to achieve the Adventure Based Learning (Domain) Unit Standard 24663 (L3 C3) ‘Demonstrate leadership while participating in an ABL programme’
- Mother Daughter CampThu, Apr 30Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreApr 30, 2020, 7:00 PM – May 02, 2020, 12:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandEvery Mother-Daughter relationship is different - but the strength of this bond, in all its stages and forms, is often undeniable. Whatever phase your relationship is at, whether it be navigating the rollercoaster ride of teenage years or being each other’s best friend, take time to connect.
- Adventure Based Learning - STAR AprilMon, Apr 20Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreApr 20, 2020, 8:00 AM – Apr 24, 2020, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAll participants will have the opportunity to complete three L2 unit standards in Adventure Based Learning, 467, 470 & 473 for a total of 9 credits. The instructors will be gathering evidence for the students throughout the week, providing feedback and coaching where necessary.
- Potential Leaders - STAR DecMon, Dec 16Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreDec 16, 2019, 9:00 AM – Dec 20, 2019, 1:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAn opportunity exists to achieve the Adventure Based Learning (Domain) Unit Standard 24663 (L3 C3) ‘Demonstrate leadership while participating in an ABL programme’
- Stakeholders Meeting 2020Tue, Nov 26Ministry of Education, Te Uruti BuildingNov 26, 2019, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMMinistry of Education, Te Uruti Building, 48 Hereford St, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New ZealandAn agenda is being drafted but if you think something needs to be included please let us know. The Boyle is continuing with a number of initiatives that aim to improve access and the quality of our Outdoor Education and Recreation programmes.
- Adventure Based Learning - STAR OctMon, Oct 07Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreOct 07, 2019, 9:00 PM – Oct 11, 2019, 12:20 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAll participants will have the opportunity to complete three L2 unit standards in Adventure Based Learning, 467, 470 & 473 for a total of 9 credits. The instructors will be gathering evidence for the students throughout the week, providing feedback and coaching where necessary.
- Rotary Year 10 Leadership ProgrammeMon, Oct 07Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreOct 07, 2019, 8:00 AM – Oct 11, 2019, 12:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandThe Boyle offers a 5 day leadership programme for Year 10 & 11 students in conjunction with the Rotary Clubs of District 9970. One of the Rotary aims is to develop leadership in young people and they will sponsor students to attend this course.
- Gateway ProgrammeMon, Jul 22Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreJul 22, 2019, 8:00 AMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandThis preparation placement provides students with the opportunity to train in an outdoor environment in preparation for work in the outdoors as a Ranger or Outdoor Leader.
- Potential Leaders - STAR JulyMon, Jul 15Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreJul 15, 2019, 8:00 AM – Jul 19, 2019, 12:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAn opportunity exists to achieve the Adventure Based Learning (Domain) Unit Standard 24663 (L3 C3) ‘Demonstrate leadership while participating in an ABL programme’
- Adventure Based Learning - STARSun, Apr 14Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreApr 14, 2019, 8:00 PM – Apr 18, 2019, 12:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAll participants will have the opportunity to complete three L2 unit standards in Adventure Based Learning, 467, 470 & 473 for a total of 9 credits. The instructors will be gathering evidence for the students throughout the week, providing feedback and coaching where necessary.
- Alps to Ocean ExpeditionSun, Apr 14Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreApr 14, 2019, 9:00 AM – Apr 26, 2019, 1:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandHiking, rafting, and mountain bike riding across New Zealand will present adults and kids with a number of challenges and an amazing experience!!
- International students holiday campSun, Apr 14Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre
- Potential Leaders - STAR (Dec)Mon, Dec 17Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreDec 17, 2018, 8:00 AM – Dec 21, 2018, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAn opportunity exists to achieve the Adventure Based Learning (Domain) Unit Standard 24663 (L3 C3) ‘Demonstrate leadership while participating in an ABL programme’
- 40th Anniversary CelebrationWed, Oct 17Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreOct 17, 2018, 6:20 PM – Oct 22, 2018, 9:40 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandThis October we will be celebrating 40 years of developing outdoor education and recreation programmes for the youth of Canterbury. Our mission is to provide opportunities for physical activity and personal and social development utilising the facilitation of adventure activities.
- Rotary Year 10 Leadership ProgrammeMon, Oct 08Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreOct 08, 2018, 8:00 AM – Oct 12, 2018, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandThe Boyle offers a 5 day leadership programme for Year 10 & 11 students in conjunction with the Rotary Clubs of District 9970. One of the Rotary aims is to develop leadership in young people and they will sponsor students to attend this course.
- Adventure Based Learning - STARMon, Oct 01Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreOct 01, 2018, 8:00 PM – Oct 05, 2018, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAll participants will have the opportunity to complete three L2 unit standards in Adventure Based Learning, 467, 470 & 473 for a total of 9 credits. The instructors will be gathering evidence for the students throughout the week, providing feedback and coaching where necessary.
- Fathers & Sons / Daughters Rock ClimbingSun, Sep 02Port Hills
- Gateway ProgrammeMon, Jul 23Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreJul 23, 2018, 8:00 AM – Jul 27, 2018, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre Magdalen Valley Road, Poplars Range, New ZealandThis preparation placement provides students with the opportunity to train in an outdoor environment in preparation for work in the outdoors as a Ranger or Outdoor Leader.
- Potential Leaders - STARMon, Jul 16Boyle River Outdoor Education CentreJul 16, 2018, 8:00 AM – Jul 20, 2018, 3:00 PMBoyle River Outdoor Education Centre, 16 Magdalen Valley Rd, Poplars Range 7392, New ZealandAn opportunity exists to achieve the Level 3 Adventure Based Learning Unit Standard 24663 for 3 credits ‘Demonstrate leadership while participating in an ABL programme’
- Intro to Rock ClimbingFri, Jul 13Port Hills