COurses

Who can take part?
Apart from age restrictions, courses are open
to anyone subject to management approval.
Employees of Fife Council and volunteers who would
like the opportunity to take part in outdoor activities
and who may use the activity to benefit others in
the context of their work, may access some training
courses at a reduced rate.
Whenever possible we will make arrangements in
terms of access and instruction for those with special
needs provided we know in advance of the visit.
How to Book
Please check availability on courses by phone or
email before making a booking.
Provisional bookings can also be made by phone or
email. These will be held for a maximum of
5 days.
All bookings must be confirmed by completing
and returning a Group Booking Form or Course
Application Form with the appropriate course fee or
recharge code. Please make cheques payable to
Fife Council). Bookings cannot be accepted without
payment.
If you are unsure of the suitability of the course,
contact the Outdoor Education Centre on 01592
583388 to ask for further information or advice.
Your booking will be confirmed with a receipt and
course information. This will be sent out within 5
days of receiving your application. If there are no
vacancies your course fee will be returned.
Cancellations by the Customer
Changes or cancellations will be confirmed by email
We recommend that you take out cancellation and
curtailment insurance.
Cancellations by Lochore Meadows
OEC
Whilst every attempt is made to ensure that courses
run, occasionally we may need to cancel courses
due to dangerous or unsuitable conditions. We will
endeavour to give as much notice as is practically
possible.
Occasionally courses may fail to reach a feasible
minimum number. In these circumstances we will
ensure you receive at least 5 days notice.
In the event of cancellation by us for the above
reasons, you will be offered either a full refund or an
alternative date for the course.
Safety
All courses will be conducted in accordance with
Fife Council guidance for outdoor activities and
excursions.
All adventure activities carry an element of risk and
by choosing to do an activity you (or your parent/
carer) accept this risk. If you’re taking part in a
watersport you may get wet and cold, as a mountain
biker you may fall off. Minor cuts and bruises are not
uncommon. You will also be out in the changeable
Scottish weather.
Participants should have an appropriate level of
fitness and be suitably experienced. Please ensure
that any medical condition that the staff should be
aware of is stated in the booking form. If in doubt,
please check with your doctor.
You will be encouraged to participate fully in the
course but the degree of challenge is yours to
choose. You will be expected however, to comply
stringently with our safety guidelines and procedures.
All Courses are run by competent staff to standards
approved by the Adventure Activities Licensing
Authority. Courses are designed to provide safe,
challenging and enjoyable learning. All technical
equipment can be provided.
Insurance
All activities are covered by Fife Council’s Public
Liability Insurance. This does not include personal
accident or belongings insurance. Participants
should arrange their own insurance as necessary.
Group Bookings
Enquires can be made directly with the Outdoor
Education Centre by phone or email. Bookings
are not confirmed until a completed booking form
is returned along with payment or recharge code.
Sessions
Sessions will normally take place at the following
times. If the timings do not suit your group please
discuss this at the time of booking.
• 10am-12.30pm
• 1pm-3.30pm
• 3.30pm-6pm
• 6pm-8.30pm
Daytime bookings are available all year. Evening
bookings are available April – September.
Some watersports are unavailable November -
March.
What to Bring
All specialist equipment is provided by the centre.
Participants may use their own equipment if
deemed appropriate by the instructor. Useful items
you will need to bring are: complete change of
clothes, old shoes, towel.
Supervision
Group leaders are encouraged to participate but
it is not compulsory. During the activity group
leaders have overall responsibility for the care and
welfare for the group and may be required to help
in some situations. Group leaders are expected to
travel with the group for offsite activities.
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