Geography

Well, it has been a busy semester for our Year 11 Geography students as they have investigated the processes that enable the functioning of ecosystems in our local area and how some ecosystems are managed.

Our first field trip was a day out examining the Moonee Estuary and observing how a healthy ecosystem is dependent on processes such as the water cycle, natural filtration, and a diverse biosphere.

The second trip was a two-day excursion to Dorrigo National Park, where we were treated to a presentation and guided walk from New South Wales National Parks, followed by a bushwalk in some less-visited areas of the national park. During the trip, we examined the effectiveness of various management strategies used to ensure that our rainforests are protected and preserved for future generations.

I think it’s fair to say that we all had a great time, and we can’t wait for the next field trip.