A programme for years 7 to 13 promoting understanding of bush ecology, management of endangered species and their fascinating ecological niches.
New Zealand Curriculum and Assessment
AS 90925: Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context with direction.
AS 91153: Carry out a proctical investigation in a biology context, with supervision.
AS 91158: Investigate a pattern in an ecological community with supervision.
AS 91155: Demonstrate understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life.
AS 90713: Carry out a practical investigation into an aspect of an organism's ecological niche with guidance.
AS 90714: Research a contemporary biological issue.
Activities to choose from
Guided exploration to learn key species and understand the bush environment
Data collection: transect/stratification
Games/activities (juniors) to improve knowledge of New Zealand forest species and their relationships
Make plant cuttings /plant trees (depending on season)
Discussion of environmental management to reduce human impacts.
Ferry ride to Mokoia Island or Tiritiri Matangi Island. Guided walk and bird watching.
Guided tour of NZ animal park
Presentation on Operation Nest Egg (Kiwi conservation)
Falconry display. (NZ Falcon conservation strategy)
Stream study
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