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Research Survey & Thank You
On behalf of the research team, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all members who participated in the recent survey on the state of the outdoor education sector. Your thoughtful responses and insights have been incredibly valuable.

HKOLA
Jul 10, 20241 min read


HKOLA Updates Articles of Association for Improved Governance
As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen the Hong Kong Outdoor Learning Association (HKOLA), we are pleased to announce updates to our Articles of Association. These foundational governing documents outline the rules and procedures that guide the operation and management of our non-profit organisation.

HKOLA
Jul 10, 20241 min read


Update: research survey on the state of Hong Kong's outdoor learning sector
Important research is happening on HK's outdoor learning sector.HKOLA invites readers to contribute their perspectives in this short survey.

HKOLA
May 12, 20242 min read


What makes a professional qualification professional.
In the realm of outdoor adventure sports, professional skill qualifications are not just fancy titles or certificates, but solid proof of instructors' expertise, safety consciousness and ethical conduct. In this blog entry, we will delve into the development of professional outdoor skill qualifications.

HKOLA
May 12, 20243 min read


Outdoor Adventure Education in East Asia: Interpreting Data From Outward Bound Hong Kong
Research conducted by Jim Sibthorp, Aaron Funnell, Mike Riley, Bacon Chan, and Lisa Meerts-Brandsma (2018) Summary The article "Outdoor...

HKOLA
Oct 31, 20232 min read


Impacts of the Pandemic on HK's Outdoor Adventure Education Sector - a summary
This Masters thesis (2023) investigates how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted Hong Kong's outdoor adventure education (OAE) sector. It explores the challenges faced by OAE organizations and educators and discusses what the future holds for outdoor education in Hong Kong.

HKOLA
Oct 17, 20233 min read


World Standards Day
On the 14th of October every year, World Standards Day is celebrated to raise awareness of the importance of international standards and their help in tackling larger global issues.
When it comes to outdoor education, we all know that safety, quality, and sustainability are key. That's where international standards come into play!

HKOLA
Oct 14, 20232 min read


Why we need an outdoor learning association.
It seems that outdoor learning in various forms continues to grow in popularity across Hong Kong and around the world. As a result, HKOLA...

HKOLA
Oct 2, 20232 min read
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