School excursion
Bush tucker
Stage 4 (Years 7-8), Geography, Bongil Bongil National Park
Overview
Bush tucker is a Stage 4 (Years 7-8) school excursion to Bongil Bongil National Park, which focuses on geography as a KLA. Join our Aboriginal Discovery rangers for an easy stroll along the forested banks of Bonville Creek, to investigate the rich diversity of plants and animals in the park.
Read more about Bush tucker
Learn about the fascinating bush tucker and useful natural medicines that have made the estuarine environments of Bongil Bongil National Park a significant resource for local Gumbaynggirr Aboriginal people. Students will learn about the cultural practices of 'Caring for Country'.
Geography: Global Environments
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
| Stage | Stage 4 (Years 7-8) |
|---|---|
| Key learning area | Geography |
| Student outcomes |
4.5. Identifies the meaning, purpose and context of historical sources. 4.8. Describes the interrelationships between people and environments. |
Excursion details
- Where
- Bongil Bongil National Park
- Duration
- 2hrs
- Grading
- Easy
- Price
-
$275 per group (includes GST). Maximum 30 students. Maximum 2 groups.
- Accessibility
- Easy
- Meeting point
- Bongil Bongil picnic area, 15 minutes south of Coffs Harbour via Williams Road.
- 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 2309
- 02 6657 2145
Park info
- in Bongil Bongil National Park in the North Coast region
Bongil Bongil National Park is open sunrise to sunset but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
