Our Mission
Our mission is to inspire personal growth through outdoor education.

Who We Are
For the last 50 years Rotoiti Lodge Outdoor Education Centre has been operating in the St Arnaud village, being a key provider of outdoor programs for schools throughout the top-of-the-south and beyond. It is located right within the Nelson Lake National Park, which boasts some of the countries iconic scenery. A short walk will see you surrounded by native beech forest which is home for many of our native species. A climb upwards will see you at the top of one of our two ranges, which mark the start of the mighty Southern Alps, rewarding you with panoramic views and unique alpine environments. And of course, the majestic Lake Rotoiti right on our doorstep. This provides us with the perfect environment to create and deliver quality outdoor programmes, all with a focus on personal growth, group development and connection to nature and our environment.
Meet The Team

Russell
Centre Manager

Ben
Safety & Operations Manager

Caitlin
Lead Instructor

Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees provides strategic leadership and oversight to support the mission and goals of our outdoor centre. With a range of expertise and experience, they help guide our work, ensuring that we remain focused on delivering meaningful and impactful outdoor education programmes.

Fiona
Instructor

Debbie
Instructor

Profile
Role
Our Comunity
Thanks to the ongoing support of our community, Rototiti Lodge has been able to provide schools and community groups alike with meaningful outdoor experiences for over fifty years. The support we receive allows us to maintain and upgrade our grounds and facilities. Allowing students to continue to experience outdoor education in the Nelson Lakes National Park.

Department of Conservation

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Support Us
Your donation can help provide enriching experiences for individuals of all ages to connect with nature, learn new skills, and foster environmental stewardship. With your support, we can continue to offer hands-on outdoor programs. Every contribution makes a difference in helping us create lasting memories and opportunities for learning in the great outdoors.

Brooke
Instructor

Gus
Instructor

Shepherd
Contract Instructor