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People descending Govetts Leap, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Aine Gliddon

Crossing the Blue Mountains

This Stage 2 (years 3-4) History excursion immerses students in the History of the Mount York area. We examine the remains of the early Cox’s Road, walk in the foot-steps of explorers and First Nations people and consider how significant individuals, groups and events contributed to changes over time.

Stage
Stage 2 (Years 3-4)
Learning area
History
When

Monday to Friday during school term.

Where
Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
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Bushwalker enjoying the view on the Overcliff-Undercliff Walking Track in Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Steve Alton © OEH

Mountain landscapes: Blue Mountains

This adventurous Stage 4 (Years 7-8) Geography excursion explores diverse landscapes and landforms of the Blue Mountains. On a bushwalk, students will gather data using geographical equipment, and complete a field sketch of an iconic Blue Mountains landscape.

Stage
Stage 4 (Years 7-8)
Learning area
Geography
When

Monday to Friday during school term.

Where
Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
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Furber Steps - Scenic Railway walking track, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: OEH

Rainforests and waterfalls

This Stage 3 (Years 5-6) Geography excursion explores the diverse features and characteristics of key landscape types within the park. We examine interactions between people and the environment, and which factors influence the management of this iconic place.

Stage
Stage 3 (Years 5-6)
Learning area
Geography
When

Monday to Friday during school term

Where
Furber Steps walk, Katoomba area
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