You can access material for Years 3 to 12 across a range of key learning areas of the Australian Curriculum, including science, social science, earth and environmental science, history, geography, mathematics, biology and technology.
ForestLearning.edu.au offers teachers:
A searchable database of over 100 current downloadable resources;
Information on key learning themes and topics including:
What is a forest?
What role does forestry play in the landscape?
Why is wood a renewable and sustainable resource?
How do forests and wood products store carbon?
How do we use, process and manufacture wood products?
What is the future?
Information on organising school visits or professional development for teachers;
Latest news and events; and
Glossary of terms and useful websites.
Cumberland State Forest Excursions
Forestry Corporation of NSW have exciting curriculum aligned excursion programs at Cumberland State Forest in Sydney, and Strickland State Forest, near Gosford on the Central Coast of NSW.
Students gain an overview of forest management and forest ecology, and undertake a number of activities relevant to their area of study. Programs can cater for up to 90 students per day, and fees apply. Information on excursions programs can be found at www.forests.nsw.gov.au/education
For further information contact Forests NSW Manager, Public Programs and Community Interaction on (02) 9871 0105 or email: education@sf.nsw.gov.au
National Forest Learning Centre or Forest Discovery Tours – Tasmania
The National Forest Learning Centre in Hobart, is a purpose built Learning Centre which allows schools to spend an hour or two investigating various aspects of forest ecology, forest science and forest management through a range of hands‐on learning experiences developed by the Forest Education Foundation teachers.
You can also request a Forestry Discovery Tour. There is nothing better than to experience a forest ecosystem first hand – the majestic views, the dramatic landscapes... So let the Forest Education Foundation guide you on an exploration of the magnificent forests of Tasmania. Tours are available for individuals and small groups.
For more information contact Forest Education Foundation on 03 6235 8240 or email info@forest‐education.com
ForestLearning.edu.au has been developed by a network of forest educators and forestry communication specialists across Australia including Australian Forest Products Association; Forest Education Foundation, Tasmania; Forests NSW; Forest Products Commission (Western Australia); Forest and Wood Products Australia; PIRSA Forestry (South Australia); Sustainable Forestry Program, Southern Cross University, NSW and VicForests.
Check out www.Forestlearning.edu.au today!
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