Designed by Nature
Melbourne Gardens
Students will observe the tried and tested biological strategies and patterns of nature and design their own nature-inspired STEM ideas for a healthier planet.
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Secondary Excursions
Secondary Excursions
Our Secondary age programs are designed to offer a hands on, immersive experience for students. All programs are Victorian Curriculum aligned and can be tailored to meet the needs of your group.
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STEM Programs
Designed by Nature
Cranbourne Gardens
Students will observe the tried and tested biological strategies and patterns of nature and design their own nature-inspired STEM ideas for a healthier planet.
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Carbon and the Climate
Melbourne Gardens
Investigate carbon in the environment and how it relates to climate change. Through real-life examples and hands-on experiences students will examine how organisations are responding to climate change and be challenged to consider what they can do themselves at home and school.
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Australian Environments
Cranbourne Gardens
Experience the diversity of Australian landscapes, plants, and animals. Students will learn about the connections and interactions between living things and their amazing adaptations for survival.
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Place and Change
Melbourne Gardens
Explore how place, interconnection and sustainability shape the landscape of Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne. Students will investigate strategies used to manage urban green spaces for climate resilience, tourism and liveability.
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Sustainable Gardening
Melbourne Gardens
Students will engage in hands on experiences to practice sustainable gardening. They will also learn about water conservation, gardening, growing food and composting. They will see behind-the-scenes sustainable practices in action, gaining practical skills and inspiration.
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Health and Wellbeing in Nature
Melbourne Gardens
Through a gentle exploration of Melbourne Gardens, students will experience how being in nature can contribute to positive emotional, mental and physical wellbeing
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Health and Wellbeing in Nature
Cranbourne Gardens
Explore the physical, mental and emotional benefits of nature and spending time outdoors.
Students will be challenged to consider how being in nature can contribute to positive emotional and physical wellbeing and discuss the importance of healthy foods, physical exercise and spending time outdoors.
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Connecting to Country
Melbourne Gardens
Develop an understanding of First Peoples culture and connection to Country. Students will learn about unique plant usage, tools and caring sustainably for Country across Australia.
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Shared Country
Cranbourne Gardens
Develop a greater understanding and respect for First Peoples culture.
Students will discover the importance of the environment to the Boonwurrung people and their connection to Country and explore how plants can be used for fibre, medicine, tools and food.
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Aboriginal Heritage Walk
Melbourne Gardens
Come along with a First Peoples facilitator to gain insight into the rich history and thriving cultures of Australia's First Peoples, particularly in relation to plants and landscapes. Discover First Peoples stories, connection to plants and unique uses for food, tools and medicine.
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