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Dolphin Dreaming

Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten), Geography, Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

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Overview

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Dolphin Dreaming is an Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten) school excursion in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area, focusing on Geography. Through story, dance and creative expression, Arakwal Aboriginal guides present the life and culture of Byron Bay's Aboriginal people.

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Students will be encouraged to participate in dance and ceremonies, paint their own special place and learn about the significance of dolphins to the Arakwal community.

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

Stage Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten)
Learning area Geography
Student outcomes

GEe-1. Identifies places and develops an understanding of the importance of places to people.

GEe-2. Communicates geographical information and uses geographical tools.

Objectives

Students will:

  • Investigate the importance the place where they live and belong to
  • Find out about Arakwal Country through stories, song, dance and art
  • Learn why Walgun Cape Byron and surrounds are important to Arakwal Aboriginal people
  • Investigate ways Arakwal Aboriginal people care for this place.

Excursion details

When

By arrangement.

Availability
Subject to staff availability.
Duration
1hr 30min
Grading
Easy
Price

$9.90 per person (minimum $198).

Accessibility
Easy
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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