School excursion
WildThings
Stage 1 (Years 1-2), Science and Technology, Glenrock State Conservation Area
Overview
Explore Yuelarbah walking track on this excursion designed for Stage 1 (Years 1-2) students and focusing on Science and Technology. Investigate the living world this in beautiful part of Glenrock State Conservation Area, home to amazing plants and animals.
Read more about WildThings
We will use our senses to explore the environment and find some places where animals have everything they need to survive. Students will work scientifically with hands on activities to investigate bugs and learn about animal habitats.
Students will immerse themselves through nature play and discovery to enrich their understanding of the diversity and relationships that thrive within our protected areas.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
Stage | Stage 1 (Years 1-2) |
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Learning area | Science and Technology |
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Excursion details
- When
- Weekdays during school terms.
- Availability
- Guided. Available on request.
- Duration
- 2-4 hr
- Grading
- Medium. Guided walk along a partly sealed wheelchair friendly walking path. Activities amongst leaf litter and on a flat rock shelf beside a small stream.
- Price
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$240 per group (includes GST) for 2 hours. Longer tours are available. Maximum 30 students per group. For groups over 30 conditions apply.
- Accessibility
- Medium
- Meeting point
- Yuelarbah carpark on Burwood Road, Kahibah
- Equipment
provided - Yes
- Booking
- If you would like to organise a NSW National Parks school excursion please get in touch with local staff or use the 'Enquire now' 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 Glenrock State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
Glenrock State Conservation Area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.