School excursion
Living world WildTracker at Audley
Royal National Park
Overview
Join us on a WildTracker Science and Technology excursion for Stage 2 (Years 3-4) students at Audley in the Royal National Park. We'll don our detective hats and investigate, explore and analyse the natural environment, identify and group species, and discover the key elements that make up quality habitat for native plants and animals.
Read more about Living world WildTracker at Audley
From our base at Audley, we'll learn about the critical relationships between certain plants and animals, and uncover physical evidence leading to deeper enquiry. Our NPWS guide will help students locate amazing wildlife and explain national parks' ongoing role in protecting their ecosystem.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
| Stage | Stage 2 (Years 3-4) |
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| Learning area | Science and Technology |
| Student outcomes |
ST2-1WS-S. Questions, plans and conducts scientific investigations, collects and summarises data and communicates using scientific representations ST2-2DP-T. Selects and uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity ST2-4LW-S. Compares features and characteristics of living and non-living things ST2-5LW-T. Describes how agricultural processes are used to grow plants and raise animals for food, clothing and shelter |
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Students will:
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Excursion details
- When
- Weekdays during school terms.
- Availability
- Guided. Available on request.
- Duration
- 4hrs
- Grading
- Easy. Guided tour and activities along a bush track. Activities amongst leaf litter and in a grassed picnic area.
- Price
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$17 per student for groups of 25 or more. GST included. For smaller groups conditions apply.
- Accessibility
- Medium
- Meeting point
Meet at the Royal National Park area office carpark at 159 Farnell Avenue, Audley Heights. The office and carpark are located 100m past the park entrance on the left.
Buses please report to the Royal National Park area office. An NPWS guide will join the bus, then the group will continue on to Audley Weir.
- Equipment
provided - Yes. All equipment provided.
- 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.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-2-science-technology-living-world-wildtracker-audley/local-alerts
Operated by
- School excursion inquiries - Sydney South
- 02 9542 0615
- npws.royalguidedtours@environment.nsw.gov.au
- PO Box 144, Audley NSW 2232
Park info
- in Royal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.
Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).
Buy annual pass.
Info for teachers
All the practical information you need to know about Living world WildTracker at Audley.
Program outline
- Explore our natural environment along a bush track to find out about the amazing plants and animals that live within the park
- Carry out investigations to find some of the invertebrates living in the undergrowth by searching for and examining invertebrates among the trees
- Discover the relationship between plants and animals through investigations and identify evidence of life cycles.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
From Loftus turn off Princes Highway at Farnell Avenue.
Parking
Bus parking is available at Audley. The bus needs to drop the group at Audley Heights and pick them up 1.6km down the hill at the Audley Weir car park at the finishing time.
What to bring
It’s a good idea to wear long pants, closed comfortable shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen. Be ready for all weather conditions with a jumper and raincoat. And remember to bring food, water, first aid kit and any necessary medications.
Maps and downloads
Risk assessment
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 - medium
Assistance may be required to access this area. If you have someone with special needs, please let us know in advance so that we can plan accordingly.