Learning activities

Water features

The day commences with the students orientating themselves using a compass and topographic map. Students will be required to use grid coordinates to identify water features in the catchment, estimate distance and describe the topography of the days journey.

Catchment walk

Students will use maps and field sketching to connect, explore and learn about the catchment during a catchment walk from the salt water to the fresh water.

Aboriginal use and value of water Country

The students will visit Aboriginal cultural sites to learn about the value of water Country and how Aboriginal Peoples manage water resources today and in the past.

Water management

The students will use a range of geographical tools to investigate the water quality of the creek and identify management strategies that protect the catchment.

Suggested timetable

Time	Class A, B	Class C, D
10.00am	Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome, Overview of the day Map study
10.20am	Morning Tea
10.30am	Catchment walk Cultural sites visit	Field sketch Water management
12.00pm	Lunch
12.30pm	Field sketch Water management	Catchment walk Cultural sites visit
2.00pm	Conclusion and depart

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

Syllabus outcomes

Geography 7-10 Syllabus (2024)

Outcomes

• locates the diverse features and describes the characteristics of a range of places and environments GE4-DFC-01
• explains the processes and interactions that change people, places and environments GE4-PRI-01
• explains the management and protection of places and environments GE4-MAN-01
• explains Aboriginal Peoples’ Custodianship, care and management of Country GE4-APC-01
• selects and uses geographical tools to acquire and process geographical information GE4-TAP-01

Content

Thinking and working geographically

• Use relevant geographical concepts
• Engage in geographical inquiry using geographical information
• Use relevant geographical tools

Water resources and their value

• Hydrological processes that move water through a catchment area
• Factors influencing water flows and the availability of water resources in different places
• The economic, cultural, spiritual and aesthetic value of water

Geography K–10 Syllabus (2015)

Outcomes

• locates and describes the diverse features and characteristics of a range of places and environments GE4-1
• describes processes and influences that form and transform places and environments GE4-2
• examines perspectives of people and organisations on a range of geographical issues GE4-4
• discusses management of places and environments for their sustainability GE4-5
• acquires and processes geographical information by selecting and using geographical tools for inquiry GE4-7
• communicates geographical information using a variety of strategies GE4-8

Content

Water resources

Students:

• investigate the characteristics and spatial distribution of global water resources

Water scarcity and management

Students:

• investigate the nature of water scarcity and ways of overcoming it

The value of water

Students:

• investigate the economic, cultural, spiritual and aesthetic values of water for people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and/or peoples of the Asia region

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 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
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, mask. 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.