Bush tucker in Bongil Bongil National Park

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

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Bush tucker. Photo: The Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust/Jaime Plaza

Bongil beach, Bongil Bongil National Park. Photo: Rob Cleary

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Stage 2 Geography Bush tucker in Bongil Bongil National Park

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We are currently taking bookings for school excursions. Not all excursions are being delivered as per the usual program due to rules outlined by NSW Health. Alternative learning options with NPWS include online digital resources or incursions delivered at your school. Please contact your National Parks education contact or the relevant local park office for more information.

Our Aboriginal guide will share bush tucker secrets in this Stage 2 (Years 3-4) geography excursion in Bongil Bongil National Park. An easy stroll along Bonville Creek will reveal this area’s naturally occurring ‘supermarket’, ‘pharmacy’ and ‘hardware store’.

Through fascinating riverside exploration, students are introduced to the stories and culture of the Gumbaynggirr People. They’ll learn about the deep spiritual and seasonal connections the Gumbaynggirr People have with Country.

Concepts of sustainable land management will be discussed as students come to understand Aboriginal concepts of connection and place.

Together we’ll explore how natural medicines informed the basis for traditional cultural landscape management practices we see today.

This excursion is designed to support the K-10 syllabus’ The Earth’s Environment topic.

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 GE2-4. Acquires and communicates geographical information using geographical tools for inquiry
Objectives	Students will: Recognise that Aboriginal people are the first Australians Investigate the connections that the Gumbaynggirr People have to the land, water, and the plants and animals of this place. Hear stories to understand why this place is important to Gumbaynggirr People and how it can be cared for Find out how Gumbaynggirr People describe the weather and the seasons Locate the places they know to create a sense of place within Gumbaynggirr Country Engage with local Aboriginal culture through fun learning activities Have the opportunity to ask questions of a local Gumbaynggirr person

Excursion details

Availability: Guided. Available on request.
Where: Bongil picnic area, Bongil Bongil National Park
Duration: 2hrs
Grading: Easy
Price: $275 per group (includes GST). Maximum 30 students per group. Maximum 2 groups.
Accessibility: Medium
Meeting point: Bongil picnic area, 15 minutes south of Coffs Harbour via Williams Road.
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 Bongil Bongil National Park in the North Coast region
Bongil Bongil National Park is open from 7am to 8pm during daylight savings and 7am to 6pm rest of year.

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