National Parks

Our day commences with an exploration of the Nattai National Park surrounding Wooglemai to survey the biodiversity of forest plant species, search for evidence of fauna, and catch and identify local invertebrates. We also examine local Aboriginal history and land use, as well as the potential for human impact on the forest.

Lunch

Students have recess before activities and a lunch break between session 1 and session 2.

Students observe Google Earth images of Nattai National Park and The Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area and compare these images to other areas on NSW. Students then view a short video on the role of a NPWS ranger and work in groups to create a presentation or video to summarise the value of National Parks and how they can be managed.

Cost

$8 per student

Learning intentions

• We are learning to observe and appreciate the environment of Nattai National Park
• We are learning how different spaces are used for different purposes
• We are learning how Aboriginal People sustainably used the land
• We are learning the value of National Parks and how they can be managed

Key syllabus outcomes and content

HS2-ACH-01 describes Aboriginal Peoples’ obligations to Country, Culture and Community

Aboriginal Peoples use and care for the environment sustainably

• Describe how Aboriginal Peoples sustainably use the resources of Country

HS2-GEO-01 explains how people care for Australia’s environments and participate in Australian society, using geographical information

People have responsibility to care for Australia's environments

• Observe and describe ways people organise places into spaces for different purposes
• Compare the objectives of managing places for conservation and managing places for sustainability
• Identify strategies that minimise waste and make the most of resources to sustain environments
• Investigate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander food practices that are sustainable

Tier 2 and Tier 3 Vocabulary:

environment, national, forest, geographic, cultural, flora, fauna, unique, conservation, sustainability, landform, resource