Garston School on Camp at Omaui - May 2022
Teaming with Josh (EnviroSchools Environment Southland) we had a full day with Garston students as they explored and learnt about the environment from coast to hill top. Visiting Rotten Row shipwrecks at Greenpoint, and Mokomoko inlet the students looked at the plants that grow (learning to name quite a few) and the characteristic features of these coastlines and what lives in these habitats. Crabs were the favourite! After lunch it was a fascinating wander through ‘buoy cottage’ getting an insight into what can be found on the coastline and how the bits can be put to use. An amazing place full of wonder and curiosity. Then after finding out a bit more about the plants and their uses (see Leaf Bingo and Leaf Bingo Māori Use resources at School Activities • Southland Community Nursery) we planted some plants. Meeting the pests and learning all about the characteristics of these species that have made them so successful in NZ habitats and how to manage these completed a fun day out in the sun.
Bronwyn
Posted: 7 May 2022