School Excursions – Outdoor Programs
Dive into a marine adventure along the Sapphire Coast. Get hands-on and experience the local marine life in the wild.
Rocky Shore Ramble
Join an experienced marine guide to explore rock pools and discover the creatures that inhabit our rocky shore.
Target year level: K – 12
Cost: $10 per student
Time: 1.5 hrs
Group size: max 15 students. Due to the fragility of this natural ecosytem, class sizes are limited.
Classes of 20+ will work on a rotational basis – you can discuss your needs with a staff member.
Rocky Shore Research
Take an in-depth look into the life on a rock platform and what factors influence the biodiversity there.
Explore the biotic and abiotic factors in the intertidal zone using scientific testing and transects.
This program covers the required fieldwork component of Year 11 biology for the NSW and Australian Curriculum.
Target year level: 7 -12
Cost: $15 per student
Time: 1.5 hours
Group size: max 15 students. Due to the fragility of this natural ecosytem, class sizes are limited.
Classes of 20+ will work on a rotational basis – you can discuss your needs with a staff member.
Sapphire Snorkel Safari
Cost: $25 per student
Group size: 8-10 students
Discover Dune Diversity
Students will have the chance to explore and investigate a sand dune system and look at the biotic and abiotic factors that affect it.
Target year level: Yr7 – 12
Cost: $10 per student
Time: 2 hours
Group size: 10 – 30 students
Oyster Farm Boat Tour
Take a tour on Pambula Lake and learn about oyster farming in the area, its history, modern techniques and biology with Captain Sponges Magical Oyster Tours.
Cost: $15 per student
Time: 1.5 hours
Group size: 6 – 20 students