School excursion
The earth's environment
Stage 2 (Years 3-4), Geography, Booti Booti National Park
Overview
School excursions in NSW national parks
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.
Did you know that over 9 per cent of NSW is a national park? That’s over 7 million hectares. This Stage 2 (Years 3-4) earth’s environment geography excursion is delivered at Booti Booti National Park.
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Students will learn about the critical role national parks play in preserving our unique native plants, animals and rich cultural heritage.
They’ll explore the significance of the environment at Booti Booti National Park and the important interrelationships between humans and the environment. Starting from The Ruins campground, students will venture out to stunning Seven Mile Beach before taking a short walk south to Booti Hill.
During winter, they may be lucky enough to see whales as they ascend through twisted eucalyptus. There are rest spots along the way, and a small opening with a scenic view of Seagull Point. Students can take in the view before heading off to investigate the unique rainforest area.
As they explore, students will uncover the mysterious wildlife that call this special place home, including brush-tailed possums and white-bellied sea eagles. They’ll discover what these creatures eat, where they sleep and how they live in this incredibly unique coastal environment.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
| Stage | Stage 2 (Years 3-4) |
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| 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 |
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Excursion details
- When
Weekdays during school terms
- Availability
- Guided. Available on request. Shorter length excursions are available on request.
- Where
- Booti Booti National Park
- Duration
- 4hrs
- Grading
- Medium. Guided tour and activities on uneven surfaces in the park and on the beach dunes.
- Price
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$380 per group (includes GST). Maximum 30 students per group. For groups over 30 conditions apply.
- Accessibility
- Medium
- Meeting point
- The Ruins campground 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.
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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
