Forces Shape Earth’s Surface (Erosion Experience)

10:00am – 2:00pm (4 hours)

10:00am – 10:25am
Arrival, morning tea and a toilet break.

10:25am – 10:55am – Introduction
A fun and interactive introduction to how wind, water and natural forces change landforms over time. Students learn how rocks break down and how landscapes shift.

Students are then split into groups of approx. 35, each led by a Ranger, and rotate through the activities below.

10:55am – 11:30am — Bush Walk: Weathering & Landforms
Students explore rock types, soil, plants and landforms as they see real examples of weathering caused by wind, water and living things. It’s fun, interactive and an adventure!

11:30am – 12:00pm — Bug Catching
Students search for insects and tiny creatures while discovering how erosion and landscape changes affect where these animals live. It’s hands-on, exciting and full of fascinating finds!

12:00pm – 12:30pm — Lunch & Toilet Break

12:30pm – 1:10pm — Dip Net Fishing/ Hand Reel Fishing (Depending on location)

Students investigate ponds, creeks or coastal waters to see how moving water shapes the environment and shifts sand, mud and debris. It’s splashy, engaging and full of surprises!

1:10pm – 1:50pm — Coastline Builders
Students model how waves move sand, carve landforms and reshape the beach. They test barriers, build mini coastlines and watch erosion happen right before their eyes. It’s messy, scientific and super fun!

1:50pm — Wrap-Up & Final Bathroom Break

2:00pm — Departure: A final Ranger Jamie wave sends everyone off… usually followed by a chorus of “Do we really have to leave?”

Please note: Times may vary slightly on the day. This schedule is a guide only.

ST2-SCI-01 uses information to investigate the solar system and the effects of energy on living, physical and geological systems;
ST2-PQU-01 poses questions to create fair tests that investigate the effects of energy on living things and physical systems;
ST2-DAT-01 uses and interprets data to describe patterns and relationships;
ST2-DDT-01 uses a design process to create products to address user needs or opportunities;
ST2-DDT-02 designs and uses algorithms, represents data and uses digital systems for a purpose.

Forces shape Earth’s surface

• Investigate Aboriginal Dreaming Stories and Torres Strait Islander Legends about the formation of landscapes and landforms;
• Explain how the forces produced by wind, water and living things weather rocks;
• Research and describe the changes to the landscape caused by earthquakes and volcanoes;
• Research, describe and model the internal structure of Earth;
• Describe and model how forces produced by moving water cause erosion.

• Bald Hill to Stanwell Park
• Garie Beach
• Watsons Bay

The cost of this exciting adventure is $24.00 + GST per student.
(Minimum charge x35)

This price includes:

• A fully guided full day with our enthusiastic and knowledgeable Rangers
  (Think Steve Irwin meets the Ranger Jamie crew!);
• A pre-completed Risk Assessment, making your planning a whole lot easier;
• Assistance sourcing bus quotes, so you’re not chasing bus companies all afternoon;
• All equipment and materials provided;
• A syllabus-aligned program, thoughtfully designed to support real learning while keeping the day fun and engaging;
• Complimentary Coffee, Tea and Tim Tams (Exclusive to the teachers!).