School excursion
Dolphin Dreaming
Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten), Geography, Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Overview
Dolphin Dreaming is an Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten) school excursion in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area, focusing on Geography. Through story, dance and creative expression, Arakwal Aboriginal guides present the life and culture of Byron Bay's Aboriginal people.
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Students will be encouraged to participate in dance and ceremonies, paint their own special place and learn about the significance of dolphins to the Arakwal community.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
| Stage | Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten) |
|---|---|
| Learning area | Geography |
| Student outcomes |
GEe-1. Identifies places and develops an understanding of the importance of places to people. GEe-2. Communicates geographical information and uses geographical tools. |
| Objectives |
Students will:
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Excursion details
- When
By arrangement.
- Availability
- Subject to staff availability.
- Duration
- 1hr 30min
- Grading
- Easy
- Price
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$9.90 per person (minimum $198).
- Accessibility
- Easy
- 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 - Byron Bay
- 02 6639 8300
- npws.tweedbyron@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Tallow Beach Road, Byron Bay NSW
Park info
- in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
- Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
- Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
- The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
- Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.
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Park entry fees:
Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.
Captain Cook lookout, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.
Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.
Buy annual pass