| Curriculum links: | Science, Local Curriculum, Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education |
| Suitable for: | Pre-school to tertiary |
| Minimum number of students | 10 (minimum charge is for ten paying students, groups smaller than 10 can be accomodated) |
| Maximum number of students | 2 classes (60 students) per session, with the ability to facilitate 2 sessions per day |
| Approximate Duration: | Between 2 and 4 hours |
| Cost of Teachers and Teacher Aides | Free |
| Cost for Parent Helpers | $11 |
Our educators are happy to work alongside you to create an experience that meets the needs of your learners. This experience could include, but is not limited to, any of the following:
The key conservation challenges facing New Zealand’s wildlife and the technologies Sanctuary Mountain is using to protect them. | |
Encountering rare and endangered New Zealand species in their natural forest habitat. Examples include pītoitoi/North Island robins, kākā, tūī, korimako/bellbirds, hihi, tīeke/saddlebacks, pīwakawaka/fantails, pōpokotea/whiteheads, kererū and wētā. | |
Visiting the Tautari wetlands and potentially seeing takahē and tuatara while learning about the importance of this habitat. | |
Building on knowledge about New Zealand’s unique biodiversity, the adaptations of our flora, fauna and fungi and the interconnectedness of ecosystems. | |
Learning about how native species as well as introduced pests are monitored and managed in a sanctuary environment. Some hands-on activities include interpreting tracking tunnels and reading bird bands. | |
Discovering the rich history of a community-led conservation project that is New Zealand’s largest fenced sanctuary. | |
Mātauranga Māori and the significance of the maunga for Mana Whenua. | |
Identifying how to take action to help care for our native species and environments that are also important for our own wellbeing. |
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