Learning activities

Creating soil

This hands-on activity explores features of leaves and how their decomposition is a key to the creation of soil. During this activity, students will also investigate features of soil and the cycling of materials in soil.

Bush walk

Students will learn about the environment and the interconnected nature of invertebrates, habitat and other animals. Significant plants and animals of the local area will be identified along the walk. They will also observe evidence of weathering, erosion and deposition, including the formation of caves.

Students will learn about and observe the impacts of human activity, particularly how people's actions can affect the national park, and how the park is managed to reduce this impact.

Erosion of Earth’s layers

Using a birthday cake analogy, students will gain a clearer understanding of the different sandstone rock layers and propose erosional forces that transform these layers through an engaging activity that enables them to use the properties of the sandstone to colour.

Cultural site visit

Students will visit and Aboriginal engraving site to learn about the cultural and historical significance of the site, how weathering and erosion are impacting them and their management.

Suggested timetable

Time	Classes A, B, C, D
10.00am	Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome, Overview of the day
10.10am	Morning tea
10.30am	Bush walk  which includes soil activity, erosion of earth's layers and a cultural site visit
12.30pm	Lunch (classes may be in separate locations)
1.00pm	Bushwalk continues
2.00pm	Conclusion and depart

* Please call the centre if you have more than 4 classes.

Syllabus outcomes

Science and Technology K-6 Syllabus (2017)

Outcomes

• ST2-10ES-S investigates regular changes caused by interactions between the Earth and the sun, and changes to the earth’s surface

Content

Earth and space

Students:

• Investigate why the Earth’s surface changes over time as a result of natural processes and human activity (ACSSU075)
• Identify that scientific knowledge helps people understand the effect of their actions (ACSHE051, ACSHE062)

Cost and details

Bus access map	Map for access to venue will be sent with the confirmation. Please ensure you print a copy and provide it to the bus driver on the morning of the excursion.
Cost	2026 DoE $20 per student - GST free 2026 Non-gov school cost $25 per student - GST free, minimum charge $750 per class NOTE:  National Parks entry is $1.10 per student in addition - GST free
Class numbers and size	Up to 4 classes Max. 30 students per class Please contact the centre if you have more than 4 classes.
Risk assessments	A complete risk assessment will be sent upon confirmation.
What to bring	Backpack, medication, low-waste food, water bottle, sunblock, raincoat, hat, sturdy shoes. Students wear sports uniform.
Adverse weather	On days where the weather is unsuitable (see risk assessment), a Gibberagong staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangements. Please check your bus company’s cancellation policy.
Medical notifications	Notify Gibberagong EEC by completing and returning the medical form before the excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.