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Aboriginal culture

Stage 3 (Years 5-6), Geography, Blue Gum Hills Regional Park

Overview

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Aboriginal culture is a Stage 3 (Years 5-6) Geography school excursion, exploring the beautiful natural and built environments of Blue Gum Hills Regional Park. Through first-hand experiences, you'll learn about the culture of Aboriginal People - how they lived, what resources they used and the significance of the land and Dreamtime stories.

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

Stage Stage 3 (Years 5-6)
Learning area Geography
Student outcomes

GE3-1. Describes the diverse features and characteristics of places and environments

GE3-2. Explains interactions and connections between people, places and environments

GE3-3. Compares and contrasts influences on the management of places and environments

Objectives

Students will:

  • Recognise that Aboriginal people are the first Australians
  • Investigate the connections that the Aboriginal People have to the land, sea and animals of this place
  • Hear stories to understand why this place is important to Aboriginal People and how it can be cared for
  • Find out how Aboriginal People describe the weather and the seasons
  • Locate the places they know to create a sense of place
  • Engage with local Aboriginal culture through fun learning activities
  • Have the opportunity to ask questions of a local Aboriginal Person.

Excursion details

When

Weekdays all year.

Availability
Guided. Available on request.
Where
Blue Gum Hills Regional Park in North Coast
Duration
2-4 hr
Grading
Medium. Guided activities in a suburban national park, on formed and uneven bush walking tracks, and on a grassed picnic area.
Price

$225 per group (includes GST). Maximum 30 students per group. For groups over 30 conditions apply.

Accessibility
Medium
Meeting point
Blue Gum Hills Regional Park carpark, off Minmi Road, Minmi.
Equipment
provided
Yes
Booking
If you would like to organise a NPWS school excursion please get in touch with local staff or use the 'Enquire' link for the online form.
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  • in Blue Gum Hills Regional Park in the North Coast region

  • Blue Gum Hills Regional Park is open 7.30am to 8pm during daylight savings (7.30am to 5pm at other times), but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

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