Days at the snow

Year 7 students from Brisbane Water Secondary College recently spent several days experiencing the snow and visiting Canberra, according to college principal Mr Pat Lewis.

"A coach took 180 students and 10 staff from the Umina campus close to midnight and after travelling all night had a quick fit out and breakfast and headed for the snow at Blue Cow," Mr Lewis said.

"First task was skiing and snow boarding lessons for the beginners and a quick brush up for the experienced skiers.

"Then it was off to the slopes for a full day's skiing.

"Young people learn very quickly and it was great to see their skills developing throughout the day.

"Staff also showed some commendable skills as they enjoyed the slopes with the students.

"For both, the windy and snowing day was no deterrent."

Mr Lewis said after a full day, all returned to Berridale for the night and no one needed rocking to sleep.

The following day was also spent on the snow and the trip concluded with a stop off at Canberra to visit Questacon, the science museum.

"This was also much enjoyed by students who were eager to try all of the hands on activities," Mr Lewis said.

"The trip ended as it had started with a buses arriving back at Umina well after dark."

Press release, August 17 Pat Lewis, Brisbane Water Secondary College