School excursion
Whale secrets
Stage 1 (Years 1-2), Science and Technology, Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Overview
Discover whale secrets at Cape Byron Lighthouse headland. Students will experience a playful mix of drama, games, story, and ocean discovery for Stage 1 (Years 1-2) students. This excursion supports the Living World topic of the K-10 Science and Technology syllabus.
Read more about Whale secrets
Students will learn how to identify humpback whales based on their characteristics and features. They will understand how the marine environment provides for the needs of whales species.
They will meet Bowe the humpback whale and explore his life story. Students will make informal measurements and record observations using labels and tables.
Students will come away with a greater understanding of whales and how science helps us how to care for this important species.
There is dedicated time for whale watching and seeking out other marine animals and seabirds from fantastic vantage points throughout this iconic reserve.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
| Stage | Stage 1 (Years 1-2) |
|---|---|
| Learning area | Science and Technology |
| Student outcomes |
ST1-4LW-S. Describes observable features of living things and their environments ST1-5LW-T. Identifies how plants and animals are used for food and fibre products |
| Objectives |
Students will:
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Excursion details
- When
Weekdays during school term.
- Availability
- Guided. Available on request.
- Duration
- 2hrs
- Grading
- Easy. Guided activities in a national park, on formed and uneven bushwalking tracks and on a grassy picnic area. The track from the lighthouse to Wategos Beach is around 1km.
- Price
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$12 per person (includes GST). Minimum fee of $240.00 (includes GST). Teachers and other staff are free.
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Meeting point
- Cape Byron Lighthouse precinct at the end of Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay. Groups meet on the verandah of the northern side of the Lighthouse Keepers Cottage (visitor centre).
- Equipment
provided - Yes
- 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