Coastal change and management- Stockton Beach
Geography
Program
Students investigate causes, extent and consequences of human induced environmental change at Stockton Beach. Students discuss biophysical processes and collect data on the physical environment. They investigate and evaluate the management of environmental change in this coastal environment.
Activities:
- Students observe environmental change, discuss management strategies in place and construct a 3D model showing features and management of the area using materials found on the beach.
- Students measure and compare biophysical factors using specialised equipment (e.g. anemometer, hygrometer, lux meter, clinometer and compass). Students complete a field sketch at this location.
- Students observe the types of stakeholders and complete a stakeholder analysis.
- Students complete an investigation into microplastics on the beach and discuss the global issue of plastic pollution.
- Students observe and measure coastal processes and discuss the interruption to coastal processes at Stockton Beach.
The basic program will be changed to suit the group size and weather conditions.
For further information on curriculum links, the program and excursion information see below or contact us.
Stockton Beach, Newcastle.
The start and finish point for this excursion is Stockton Beach Surf Club.
| What to bring |
Printed worksheets in colour, clipboard and pencil. Students should bring lunch, recess, refillable water bottle, hats, sunscreen, covered walking shoes plus any special requirements of the group (Wet weather gear when necessary). Non-aerosol insect repellent is advisable in summer. |
| Bus information | On the day of the excursion, please go directly to Stockton Beach Surf Club (Pitt Street, Stockton) which is the starting and finishing point for the day. |
| Supervision |
AEEC is a NSW Department of Education school and staff are trained DoE teachers specialising in Environmental Education. AEEC teachers rely on the participation of visiting teachers to meet recommended supervision levels. Visiting teachers are ultimately responsible for behaviour of students, students with existing medical conditions or special needs. |
| Medical or special needs | Please notify Awabakal Environmental Education Centre of any medical conditions or special needs that may need to be taken into consideration when planning or delivering the program. Upon booking an excursion, a form will be emailed to complete to detail any medical or special needs. |
| Parent/ carer helpers | As our staff are Department of Education teachers we don’t require parent helpers on the day. If your school decides to bring parents, we kindly ask that you keep the number to a minimum. For safety reasons and the nature of our sites, parents will not be able to participate in activities. |
| Extreme or wet weather | Extreme weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, high winds and extreme bush fire danger may result in the excursion being modified, postponed or cancelled. If you have any concerns regarding the weather prior to the excursion, contact Awabakal Environmental Education Centre on 4955 8673 or email awabakal-e.school@det.nsw.edu.au. |
| Cancellations | Cancellations with less than three school weeks notice may incur an administration fee. This does not apply to cancellations due to weather or fire danger. |
Introduction - 10:00 am
Morning tea - 10:15 am
Learning activities - 10:30am
Lunch - 12:00pm
Learning activties - 12:30pm
Finish - 2:00pm
Students will have morning tea and lunch in the park behind the beach. Toilet facilities are available here.
This timetable is only a guide and may be adjusted.
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Geography outcomes A student:
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Key inquiry questions Environmental change and management
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Content Environmental change and management Environments Students:
Environmental change Students:
Environmental management Students:
Investigative study Students:
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