WildThings at Audley

Stage 1 (Years 1-2), Science and Technology, Royal National Park

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Students being guided on a school excursion in a NSW national park. Photo: J. Spencer/OEH

Students on a school excursion guided by National Parks staff. Photo: J. Spencer/OEH

Students conducting plant investigations on a school excursion. Photo: J. Spencer/OEH

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Stage 1 Science and Technology WildThings at Audley

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Discover 'wild things' on this Stage 1 (Years 1-2) science and technology excursion. We'll explore the beautiful natural environment at Audley, and examine the diverse life found there. Interacting with the living world has never been more fun.

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Students will enjoy a short bushwalk at Audley, and get a close-up look at diverse plant and animal habitats. They'll search for mini-beasts, test their senses and construct a habitat of a chosen animal out of natural materials. During our preserved animals talk, students will also get a chance to view some native and introduced species that are found in the Royal National Park.

This is an action-packed excursion for enquiring minds in Australia's first national park – Royal National Park.

For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers

Stage	Stage 1 (Years 1-2)
Learning area	Science and Technology
Student outcomes	ST1-4LW-S. Describes observable features of living things and their environments ST1-2DP-T. Uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity ST1-1WS-S. Observes, questions and collects data to communicate and compare ideas and comparing what they and others know
Objectives	Students will: View our preserved animals to learn about the different features and habitats of animals Explore the natural environment, discover plants, habitats and evidence of animals in the area Connect with the environment by searching for mini-beasts and participating in sensory activities Learn about habitats

Excursion details

When: Weekdays during school terms.
Availability: Guided. Available on request.
Where: Audley Dance Hall Cafe, Royal National Park
Duration: 4hrs
Grading: Easy. Includes guided activities in a shaded amphitheatre and a bushwalk through woodland, which includes stairs. Activities happen on grass and in bushland near the river.
Price: $20 per student for groups of 25 or more. GST included. For smaller groups conditions apply.
Accessibility: Medium
Meeting point: There are two options for this excursion. If your class is completing the Honeymoon track as part of the excursion, please meet at the carpark of Royal Area Office, 159 Farnell Avenue, Audley Heights. Otherwise, please follow Farnell Avenue down the hill to Audley Road, cross the weir and turn right into Triangle carpark at Ironbark Flat, where our guides will meet your buses.
Equipment provided: Yes. All equipment provided.
Booking: If you would like to organise a NSW National Parks school excursion please get in touch with local staff or use the 'Enquire now' link for the online form

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School excursion inquiries - Sydney South
02 9542 0615
npws.royalguidedtours@environment.nsw.gov.au
PO Box 144, Audley NSW 2232

Park info

in Royal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.
Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).
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