Aboriginal culture

Stage 2 (Years 3-4), Geography, Booti Booti National Park

Overview

Students on a school excursion are shown local native edible plants. Photo: Adam Hollingworth © DPIE

Bring your students to this unique excursion in Booti Booti National Park, near Forster. They’ll experience the park through the eyes of an Aboriginal person on this Stage 2 (Years 3-4) Aboriginal culture Geography excursion.

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Students will learn about First Nations people, their connection to country and the impact of European settlement on the area. They'll engage with Aboriginal culture through fun learning activities. They’ll hear Dreamtime stories and will investigate the connections that First Nations people have to this place.

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

Stage	Stage 2 (Years 3-4)
Learning area	Geography
Student outcomes	GE2-1. Examines features and characteristics of places and environments GE2-2. Describes the ways people, places and environments interact GE2-3. Examines differing perceptions about the management of places and environments
Objectives	Students will: Recognise that Aboriginal people are the first Australians Investigate the connections that Aboriginal people have to the land, sea and animals of this place Hear stories to understand why country is important to Aboriginal people and how it can be cared for Find out how Aboriginal people describe the weather and the seasons Engage with Aboriginal culture through fun learning activities.

Excursion details

When: Weekdays during school term.
Where: The Ruins campground and picnic area
Duration: 2-4 hr
Grading: Medium. Guided tour and activities happen on uneven surfaces in the park and on the beach dunes. There are steps and undulating surfaces.
Price: Prices start from $240 per group, up to 30 students for 2 hours. For groups over 30, conditions apply.
Accessibility: No wheelchair access
Meeting point: The Ruins campground and picnic area carpark.
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 - Newcastle Hunter
02 4927 3267
discovery.newcastlehunter@environment.nsw.gov.au
Hunter Wetland Centre, Sandgate Road, Shortland NSW

Park info

in Booti Booti National Park in the North Coast region
Booti Booti National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Day passes are available from the Manning Great Lakes Area Office, Bulahdelah Visitor Information Centre and the Hawks Nest Newsagency.
Buy annual pass

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