School excursion
Water in the world - protecting an alpine catchment
Stage 4 (Years 7-8), Geography, Thredbo-Perisher area
Overview
School excursions in NSW national parks
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Water in the world - protecting an alpine catchment is a school excursion in Kosciuszko National Park for Stage 4 (Years 7-8) geography students. Learn about the management of water quality at a ski resort and the importance of protected catchments in this area.
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On this school excursion, students will examine the ecological and economic value of Kosciuszko National Park, where rivers, glacial lakes and rare plants and animals are protected. These catchments provide water for irrigation, hydroelectricity, and many communities downstream.
While in the park, students will uncover the features and vulnerabilities of the alpine catchment at Charlotte Pass. They’ll then travel to Perisher ski resort to see the impacts of human use on the environment, and the management strategies used to protect water quality in the area. Lastly, students will head to Rennex Gap to survey the landscape and explore its biodiversity.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
Stage | Stage 4 (Years 7-8) |
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Learning area | Geography |
Student outcomes |
GE4-1. Locates and describes the diverse features and characteristics of a range of places and environments GE4-5. Discusses management of places and environments for their sustainability GE4-7. Acquires and processes geographical information by selecting and using geographical tools for inquiry |
Objectives |
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Excursion details
- When
Weekdays during school terms from November to May.
- Where
- Kosciuszko Education Centre, Thredbo-Perisher area
- Duration
- 4hrs 30min
- Grading
- Easy. Short walks into the field, occasionally on gravel tracks and uneven surfaces.
- Price
- $300 per group for up to 25 students (includes GST). For groups over 25 conditions apply.
- Accessibility
- Hard
- Meeting point
- Kosciuszko Education Centre, Sawpit Creek
- Equipment
provided - Yes. Worksheet masters, weather recording instruments, and flora and fauna identification material will be provided.
- 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.