Everything You Need to Know About LifeChanger Adventure Challenges
adventure challenge faq
Considering joining a LifeChanger Adventure Challenge? Whether you're wondering about fitness requirements, fundraising, leadership outcomes, team participation or what to expect on the journey, you'll find all the FAQs here. Our Adventure Challenges are designed to be transformational experiences that build resilience, connection and leadership while supporting young people to thrive.
ARE DONATIONS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
Yes! All donations over $2.00 are tax-deductible.
AM I REQUIRED TO FUNDRAISE?
Fundraising is always appreciated. 100% of fundraising supports the delivery of LifeChanger Youth Programs. For more information, please reach out.
How does fundraising support LifeChanger?
Funds raised help deliver preventative wellbeing programs that empower young people with resilience, confidence and social connection.
DOES MY PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITION PREVENT ME FROM PARTICIPATING?
You will be required to complete a medical declaration form and receive medical clearance from a doctor before participating in the Challenge. All participants are required to complete a medical waiver 60 days before departure to ensure they are physically ready to participate.
DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?
LifeChanger takes your safety seriously, but all adventure comes with some risk. Travel insurance with adventure cover, including ambulance cover, is mandatory for all LifeChanger Challenge participants.
DO I NEED TO BE SUPER FIT?
No, but moderate fitness levels are recommended with some pre-training that includes hills, stairs, and outdoor hiking. The Challenge will see you complete 50-60 km over the 3 days including steep inclines and rock scrambles.
What leadership benefits can I expect?
Participants often develop resilience, self-awareness, communication skills, confidence and leadership capability.
WHERE DO WE STAY?
Accommodation will be twin share in Hobart on the first and last night, and camping under the million-star rated Maria Island in between. Please feel free to BYO tent if you own one. We will supply a gear list and information on hire equipment if you wish to do so.
ARE MEALS INCLUDED?
All meals will be included for the time you are in Tasmania. If you have any dietary requirements, please be sure to let our staff know.
What should I pack?
Packing requirements vary by challenge and are provided before departure.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Great! We love questions! Please reach out to the LifeChanger Challenges Team at challenges@lifechanger.org.au
LCC#6 - 2019
Overland Track Tasmania
The exhilarating and life-changing journey is 65 km long, begins at the iconic Cradle Mountain and ends at Australia’s deepest lake - Lake St Clair showcasing carved valleys, ancient rainforests, cascading waterfalls and mountain summits.
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