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Hunter Wetlands National Park

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Program outline

Welcome, introductions, safety briefing and acknowledgement of Country – 15min
Bushwalk to Scott’s Point – 40min
Bushwalk to Riverside Park – 30min
Morning tea – 15min
Bushwalk investigating rehabilitation of the island – 30min
Explore the diversity of life in the lagoons and along the mangrove boardwalk – 40min
Lunch – 40min
Role play looking at different jobs in NSW National Parks – 20min
Conclusion and farewell – 10min

What to bring

Everyone needs to wear a hat and sunscreen, bring wet weather gear, and lunch which should be low waste with a refillable water bottle. Drinking water is available at the schoolhouse. Students should bring gear in a backpack or similar (not plastic bags).

Getting there and parking

Riverside Park is in the Ash Island precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park. To get there from Newcastle:

Follow the Pacific Highway north towards Hexham
Turn right onto Ash Island Bridge
Follow the signs to Riverside Park

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Safety messages

Pre activity briefing: participants will be briefed at the start of the activity/day.

Safety equipment: NPWS staff carry radios and first aid kits, hold current first aid certificates and are aware of emergency procedures.

Staff accreditation: NPWS staff have current Senior First Aid accreditation. They are experienced in working with groups of students in the natural environment and have excellent knowledge of the specific areas they are visiting including potential hazards. NPWS is committed to a Child Safe and Friendly Environment. Our staff have been screened for child-related employment and have completed a Working with Children Check.

Emergencies: NPWS staff are trained to deal with emergencies and emergency procedures are in place. Ongoing supervision of a student following first aid treatment will be the responsibility of the visiting school.

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.

Accessibility

Disability access level - hard

Please let us know in advance if you are bringing someone with special needs so that we can plan accordingly

Park info

in Hunter Wetlands National Park in the North Coast region
Hunter Wetlands National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.