What is a national park?

Awabakal Nature Reserve

Info for teachers

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Program outline

Welcome, introductions, safety briefing and acknowledgment
Bush walk investigating open forest environment
Bush walk investigating swampy environment
Morning tea
Bush walk investigating coastal heath environment
Return walk investigating habitats along the way
Lunch
Role play looking at different jobs in National Parks
Conclusion and farewell

What to bring

Please wear fully enclosed shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, wet weather gear, and lunch which should be low waste with a refillable water bottle. Students should bring gear in a backpack or similar (not plastic bags).

Getting there and parking

This tour begins and ends at the Awabakal Environmental Education Centre, 51 Boundary Rd, Dudley.

Maps and downloads

What is a national park? factsheet

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 - no wheelchair access

There is no wheelchair access. Please let us know in advance if you are bringing someone with special needs so that we can plan accordingly.

Park info

in Awabakal Nature Reserve in the North Coast region