Using the geographic inquiry process, students will investigate the features, human activity and management of Bobbin Head, now and in the past. Each student will be supplied with a field journal to record information acquired through a variety of activities including mapping, fire management assessment and a cultural site visit.
It is recommended that this program be undertaken on a low tide day to enable the students to observe the crabs.
How do people and environments influence one another?
How do people influence places and the management of spaces within them?
How can the impact of bushfires on people and places be reduced?
Students will visit the mangrove boardwalk to learn about the value of mangrove ecosystems, investigate the impact of visitors in this threatened ecosystem and identify management strategies to reduce this impact.
Students will analyse historic photos from Bobbin Head and arrange in chronological order to compare what features from the past are similar and different to today. Students will complete a field sketch and annotate this to demonstrate their learning.
Students will gain an understanding of the complex decision making process required for hazard reduction burns. Students will use charts to undertake an assessment of the fuel hazard of a bushland area and how this is used to plan hazard reduction burns.
Students visit cultural sites to learn about the Aboriginal history of the area and how these sites are currently being managed.
This program is offered at the following locations. Click on an image to find out more.
NOTE: Variations to timetable based on specific location
Time | Class A | Class B | Class C | Class D |
10.00am | Acknowledgement of Country Welcome, Overview of the day |
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10.10am | Morning Tea | |||
10.30am | Changes over time Field Sketch |
Changes over time Field Sketch |
Mangrove Management Fire Management |
Bushwalk to cultural site Aboriginal Management |
11.30am | Mangrove Management Fire Management |
Bushwalk to cultural site Aboriginal Management |
Bushwalk to cultural site Aboriginal Management |
Mangrove Management Fire Management |
12.30pm | Lunch | |||
1.00pm | Bushwalk to cultural site Aboriginal Management |
Mangrove Management Fire Management |
Changes over time Field Sketch |
Changes over time Field Sketch |
2.00pm | Conclusion and depart |
Excursion locations | Bobbin Head |
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 | 2023 DoE $15 per student - GST free 2023 Non-gov school cost $25 per student - GST free, minimum charge $575 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 |
Risk Assessments | |
Social Stories | Bobbin Head |
Supporting Resources |
Student activities (coming soon) |
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 arrangments. |
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. |
A student:
> describes the diverse features and characteristics of places and environments GE3-1
> explains interactions and connections between people, places and environments GE3-2
> compares and contrasts influences on the management of places and environments GE3-3
> acquires, processes and communicates geographical information using geography tools for inquiry GE3-4
Factors that change environments
Students:
Environments shape places
Students:
Humans shape places
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Bushfire hazard
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