School excursion
The rookery roundabout at Muttonbird Island
Stage 1 (Years 1-2), Science and Technology, Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve
Overview
Explore Muttonbird Island on The rookery roundabout, a Stage 1 (Years 1-2) Science and Technology excursion. Students will see an active nesting rookery for thousands of wedge-tailed shearwaters (muttonbirds) and learn about their fascinating lifecycle.
Read more about The rookery roundabout at Muttonbird Island
These birds are renowned for their annual migration, travelling halfway around the world to breed. We’ll discuss this incredible feat and the unique adaptations that support their journey across the open sea.
Students will explore the geographical features and characteristics of Muttonbird Island. We’ll discuss how the nature reserve preserves this important breeding ground, and how this environment has been managed over generations.
Students will learn about the traditional Gumbaynggirr People and their deep connection to this Country. We’ll learn the words Giidany Miirlarl, meaning ‘moon sacred place’.
Students will come away with a renewed connection to the fascinating living world that surrounds them. This excursion is designed to support the K-6 Science and Technology syllabus’ Living World topic.
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 |
ST1-1WS-S. Observes, questions and collects data to communicate and compare ideas and comparing what they and others know ST1-4LW-S. Describes observable features of living things and their environments ST1-5LW-T. Identifies how plants and animals are used for food and fibre products |
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Excursion details
- When
By arrangement.
- Availability
- Guided. Available on request.
- Duration
- 2hrs
- Grading
- Medium
- Price
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$260 per group (includes GST). Maximum 30 students per group. For groups over 30 conditions apply.
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Meeting point
- The outdoor learning centre base of Muttonbird Island
- 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.
Operated by
- School excursion inquiries - North Coast
- 02 6657 5935
- npws.northcoasteducation@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
- in Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.