16/04/2026
DEPUTY CHIEF OF ARMY ADVENTURE TRAINING AWARD 2026 #1
Tthe Deputy Chief of Army Adventure Training Award (DCA ATA) 2026 from Rotation 1: 07-12 April and Rotation 2: 13-18 April 2026 at Lake Barrington, Tasmania. DCA ATA 26 will provide cadets an opportunity to participate in a range of continuous adventurous activities, including environmental features that induce a perception of risk, where cadets engage in a physically active, adventurous skills-based activity that requires them to interact with the environment over an extended period, in a military-like scenario. The DCA ATA is the ultimate individual cadet challenge available in the AAC Program, where a cadet continually experiences and overcomes mental and/or physical challenges, develops higher individual qualities of character development and leadership, and is exposed to an environment of risk and consequence, while working in a small team.
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THE CHALLENGE STARTS NOW: STRENGTH, RESILIENCE, ADVENTURE
Wishing the best of luck to our NSW Brigade Cadets as they depart for Lake Barrington in Tasmania to begin the prestigious Deputy Chief of Army Adventure Training Award.
Recognised as the ultimate individual challenge within the Australian Army Cadets, this experience will test their physical endurance, mental strength, and resilience to the fullest.
Stay tuned to our social media channels for updates and photos as they take on this incredible journey.
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