School excursion
Exploring the rainforest: Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
Stage 1 (Years 1-2), Geography, Budderoo National Park
Overview
Join us as we explore the natural and human features of the rainforest on this Stage 1 (Years 1-2) geography excursion at Minnamurra Rainforest. Students will go on a rainforest walk and reflect on how people care for this place.
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Students will experience the wonders of the rainforest on a guided rainforest walk in Budderoo National Park. They'll complete sensory activities that allow them to connect with and investigate the environment. Students will develop mapping skills by creating symbols for natural features and a nature map using natural materials.
This excursion has been designed to support the K-10 Features of Places geography syllabus.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
Stage | Stage 1 (Years 1-2) |
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Learning area | Geography |
Student outcomes |
GE1-1. Describes features of places and the connections people have with places GE1-2. Identifies ways in which people interact with and care for places GE1-3. Communicates geographical information and uses geographical tools for inquiry |
Objectives |
Students will:
Key inquiry questions:
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Excursion details
- When
Weekdays during school terms.
- Availability
- Guided. Available on request.
- Duration
- 2hrs 30min
- Grading
- Easy. Classroom presentation and guided walk through the rainforest.
- Price
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Minimum $350 per group for up to 25 students, $14 per student (includes GST)
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Meeting point
- Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
- 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.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-1-geography-exploring-rainforest-minnamurra-rainforest-centre/local-alerts
Operated by
- School excursion inquiries - Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
- 02 4236 0469
- discovery.scr@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Budderoo National Park, Minnamurra Falls Road (Tourist Drive No.9), via Jamberoo NSW 2533
Park info
- in Budderoo National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions
Budderoo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. The park gates at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre open at 9am and close at 5pm every day.
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Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day only in the Minnamurra Rainforest area. Bus or taxi: $4.40 per adult and $2.20 per child.
Buy annual pass.
Info for teachers
All the practical information you need to know about Exploring the rainforest: Minnamurra Rainforest Centre.
Program outline
- Welcome, acknowledgement of Country and safety briefing
- Morning tea and toilet break
- Classroom presentation
- Hands-on environmental activity
- Examine a range of preserved animals, and observe and discuss their unique features.
- Group discussion and question time
- Guided interpretive walk through rainforest
- Optional self-guided walk to waterfall (teacher to lead)
- Lunch
- Farewell and depart on bus
Getting there and parking
Minnamurra Rainforest Centre is located in the foothills of Jamberoo Valley, west of Kiama on the NSW South Coast. To get there from Jamberoo, drive west on Jamberoo Road and turn left onto Jamberoo Mountain Road. Take the first right onto Minnamurra Falls Road, and you’ll find Minnamurra Rainforest Centre about 3km along to the end of the road.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Car and bus parking is available in a bitumen carpark at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, including 2 accessible parking spots.
Note that coach bookings are essential prior to arrival.
What to bring
Please wear fully enclosed shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, wet weather gear, and lunch which should be low waste with a refillable water bottle. Students should bring gear in a backpack or similar (not plastic bags).
Maps and downloads
Risk assessment and risk benefits
Our rangers and guides have the technical skill and experience to assess the risks and the benefits of a variety of activities delivered as part of our learning programs.
We believe in including opportunities that allow students to learn and experience for themselves through exploration in the natural environment.
Please make your own risk assessment based on the information provided. Detailed potential risks and controls are provided for the site to assist teachers in risk management planning. Teachers and carers should be aware of, and consider the needs, abilities and medical conditions of students when visiting this site. The supervision of students remains the responsibility of the teacher. The school must ensure an adequate number of adult supervisors are present.
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Not wheelchair accessible