EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM:
Sessions are designed to cover all aspects of Marine Medicine. The topics to be covered in the education program will include:
- Introduction to the Marine environment
- Bites, stings and envenomation syndromes
- Immersion syndromes
- Dive related medicine
- Marine infections
- Hypothermia
- Survival at sea
- Circumrescue collapse
- Medical planning for surf events
ABOUT LATITUDE ZERO
Resort Latitude Zero is located in Sumatra’s beautiful Telo Islands. The resort is set on its own island and MOTE has exclusive use of the entire island . The headland where the resort sits has a beautiful sandy beach lapped by clear, calm, aqua-toned waters with no offshore fringing reef, making it perfect for boat access, swimming and relaxing.
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ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation consists of two pole construction Queenslander style houses. Each house has eight rooms that can be configured as twin share or double. Between the two houses is an open kitchen and gazebo area overlooking the in-ground swimming pool. The houses overlook the beach with 270 degree water views. Full details of the accommodation and amenities can be found at
ACTIVITIES
The Telos Island chain is located on the equator and spans an area of around 50 nautical miles. It is a paradise for surfers with over 40 quality waves accessible by at most a short speedboat ride from the resort. The variety ensures that there is something for everybody from the beginner to the professional.
Non surfers will find plenty to do also. Options include snorkeling, swimming, boating, exploring other islands, scuba diving and general relaxation. The truly decadent could find a small nearby deserted island to explore followed by a glass or two of wine as the sun sets. Please note that scuba divers will need to be certified as there is no capacity for teaching people to dive. Tanks and weights can be arranged but certified divers will need to bring the rest of their equipment with them.
We will also have access to a 60 foot Pinis Yacht which opens up the possibilities of day sails, afternoon cocktail cruises and perhaps even conducting some of our education sessions on the water. Closer to the date and depending on numbers we will look at the option of an overnight excursion on the yacht.
INCLUSIONS:
The registration fee includes:
- Attendance at all education sessions
- All conference material
- Accommodation in either twin share or double room
- Flights to and from mainland Sumatra (Padang) and the Telo Islands
- Use of all resort facilities including fishing, diving, speedboat
- All meals on the island including soft drinks, tea and coffee
- MOTE T-shirt
- Resort Latitude Zero Cap
- Latitude Zero Beer Cooler
- 1 Free Massage at the resort
- 2 complimentary beers from the bar each evening
ADDITIONAL COST
- Alcoholic drinks can be purchased as required.
- Wireless internet is available for a small fee
- Massage services are available at an additional cost
HOW DO I GET THERE?
You will need to make your own arrangements to reach Padang. If you wish to utilise our travel service please contact us and we can assist you in organising international flights. Of course you are welcome to use your own travel agent or even arrange this via the internet. We will be utilising 2 charter flights from Padang to the islands on the 25th September. You will, therefore, need to arrive in Padang on the 24th and overnight there. On the way home we will reach Padang on the 2nd October from where you can make your way home or on to even more adventures. We will provide full details of all flight times to and from Padang at the time of booking as well as information about accommodation options in Padang.
MORE INFORMATION:Contact us via phone or email if you want more information about this meeting.
REGISTRATION FORM
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CONTACTS:
Email – info@medicine-on-the-edge.com.au
Web - www.mote.net.au
