Aoraki Polytechnic

Timaru outdoor education instructor tops the country

Aoraki Polytechnic outdoor education tutor Ian Logie has achieved the top New Zealand distinction in his field by being awarded the Outdoor Instructor of the Year Award.

The programme co-ordinator of the polytechnic’s Outdoor Education programme, Mr Logie was presented with the Tall Totara Award at an Outdoors New Zealand Forum in Wellington. He was chosen by the executive of the New Zealand Outdoors Instructors Association (NZOIA) from the best instructors nominated by industry members nation-wide.

Mr Logie has been a member of NZOIA for almost 15 years and served on the executive committee. He is also one of their most experienced kayak assessors and trainers in New Zealand.

“While it certainly is nice to be honoured with this award, the real pinnacle of achievement for me is seeing our students do well in national qualifications,” Mr Logie said.

He said Aoraki’s outdoor education programmes produced great outdoor instructors who could work at, say, Outward Bound, other outdoor centres, or by leading groups in the adventure activities. Outdoor Edication plays a significant role in the development of New Zealand’s young people, as well as providing many great career opportunities for Aoraki Polytechnic graduates.

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Tel 03 684 8240 ext 850
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