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Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching. Photo: Dan Burns

Wild world of whales

Wild world of Whales is a school excursion for Stage 3 (Years 5-6) students focusing on Geography outcomes. Explore the open forest and coastal heath communities of Awabakal Nature Reserve as you journey to the lookout to spot migrating whales. Learn about the different types of whales, how they live and why they migrate along the East Coast of Australia.

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

Weekdays June to October.

Where
Awabakal Nature Reserve in North Coast
Bombala walking track, Glenrock State Conservation Area. Photo: John Spencer

What is a national park?

Did you know that over 9 per cent of NSW is a national park? That’s over 7 million hectares. This Stage 2 (Years 3-4) earth’s environment Geography excursion is delivered at Awabakal Nature Reserve.

Learn about the local Aboriginal culture and impact of European settlement on the area.

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

Weekdays.

Where
Awabakal Nature Reserve in North Coast