Nature's systems
Science
This adventurous Stage 4/5 excursion consists of a series of hands-on, engaging fieldwork investigations exploring the natural systems operating in Sydney’s rugged and scenic sandstone forests.
In the field students will:
- Investigate abiotic and biotic features of two fieldwork sites.
- Observe the structures of several bushland plants and investigate how these plants are used traditionally by Aboriginal peoples for medicine, tools, food and shelter.
- Safely collect bushland invertebrates and investigate their adaptations for survival.
This program works best for students who have already started, or are close to concluding, the topic areas of ecosystems, plant systems, classification and adaptations. The excursion experience and the data collected can be used to support an assessment task or exam.
Sample worksheet
Maximum 4 classes per site.
More than 4 classes requires access to a second excursion site.
Location options
Field of Mars Reserve
Buffalo Creek Reserve
Blackman Park
Mowbray Park
