School incursion
Living Country, living culture
Far South Coast
Overview
Learn about Aboriginal culture from the convenience of your classroom in this Stage 1 (Years 1-2) HSIE incursion. An Aboriginal guide will help students understand the importance of culture and caring for Country.
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Living Country, living culture can be delivered at your school for Stage 1 students, focusing on HSIE. This is an interactive incursion for young students, with sensory and hands-on activities.
Students can look forward to a fun day of learning about the culture and Country of the Yuin People, led by a local Aboriginal guide. They’ll find out about bush tucker and medicine, the role of women in Yuin culture, traditional weaving, art, music and dance, and how the Yuin People manage and protect Country.
Aboriginal people have been walking the earth for thousands of years. They continue to have a strong connection to country, and traditional practices and stories play an important part in modern life. Students will come away with an appreciation of the rich Aboriginal culture that exists in their region. They'll make fundamental links between traditional stories, land, Country and languages.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this incursion, see info for teachers
Stage | Stage 1 (Years 1-2) |
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Learning area | HSIE |
Student outcomes |
GE1-1. Describes features of places and the connections people have with places GE1-2. Identifies ways in which people interact with and care for places HT1-1. Communicates an understanding of change and continuity in family life using appropriate historical terms HT1-2. Identifies and describes significant people, events, places and sites in the local community over time HT1-3. Describes the effects of changing technology on people's lives over time HT1-4. Demonstrates skills of historical inquiry and communication ST1-5LW-T. Identifies how plants and animals are used for food and fibre products ST1-10ES-S. Recognises observable changes occurring in the sky and on the land and identifies Earth’s resources ST1-2DP-T. Uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity |
Objectives |
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Excursion details
- When
Monday to Friday, during school term.
- Availability
- Available on request, subject to staff availability.
- Where
- Far South Coast
- Duration
- 1-2 hr
- Price
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$350 per group of 25 students. $14 per extra student, up to maximum group of 30 students.
- Meeting point
- Our NPWS Aboriginal guide will come to your class.
- Booking
- If you would like to organise a NPWS school incursion, please get in touch with local staff or use the 'Enquire' link for the online form.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-1-school-incursion-hsie-living-country-living-culture-south-coast/local-alerts
Operated by
- School incursion inquiries - Far South Coast
- 02 6495 5000
- discovery.scr@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
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All the practical information you need to know about Living Country, living culture.
Program outline
- Welcome and introductions, acknowledgment and safety talk
- Weaving activity
- Bush food activity
- Cultural interpretation
- Storytelling, music and dance
- Ochre face-painting
- Wrap up
What to bring
We recommend everyone wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Maps and downloads
Risk assessment and risk benefits
Our rangers and guides have the technical skill and experience to assess the risks and the benefits of a variety of activities delivered as part of our learning programs.
We believe in including opportunities that allow students to learn and experience for themselves through exploration in the natural environment.
Please make your own risk assessment based on the information provided. Detailed potential risks and controls are provided for the site to assist teachers in risk management planning. Teachers and carers should be aware of, and consider the needs, abilities and medical conditions of students when visiting this site. The supervision of students remains the responsibility of the teacher. The school must ensure an adequate number of adult supervisors are present.