Class Trip

Where are we going? http://www.rotoroa.org.nz/

Rotoroa Island – Where is it in relation to us?

Plan the tripUse google maps to locate Rotoroa Island

Which mode/s of transport will we need?

How long with it take us to get to Quay Street Auckland City?

How long will it take us to get from Quay Street to Rotoroa Island?

What kind of environment is it?

• What do you already know?• What do you think you will see there? – Make

a list of draw a picture.• What is a sanctuary?

Sanctuary

What kind of environment is it?• Look at the photos of Rotoroa Island provided. What kind of place/

environment is it?

• Look at a visitor map:• What features do you notice? Environments? Facilities for visitors?• Watch our story: Rotoroa – An Island Apart• http://www.rotoroa.org.nz/our-heritage/watch-our-story.aspx• What is special about Rotoroa Island?• How have people interacted with the environment on Rotoroa Island in the

past?• How has Rotoroa Island been an important place for many people in the past?• How is it important now?• What is happening on Rotoroa Island now? Who is involved?

What wildlife is on/will be on Rotoroa?

• Pg 12

DANGER!

• Think about dangers to ourselves or our classmates that we may come across on our trip? Look back at your pictures or lists of what you thought we might see there.

Example:• Lost in the bush• Heat stroke

Make it Safe

• For each danger that you came up with, think of a way to make it safe.

• Consider people, equipment and the environment.• On the bus, ferry and on Rotoroa Island.

Example:• Stay with my group.• Carry plenty of water and wear a hat.

Danger OURSELVES Solution

Danger OURSELVES Solution

Impact on the environment!

• Now think about the safety of the Island we are visiting. What impact/effect will we have on the environment.

• Look back at your picture/list to help you.

• Example:• Trampling the plants• Disturbing the wildlife

Solutions – How can I keep the environment safe?

• For each impact/effect that you came up with, think of a way to make it safe.

Example:• Walk quietly and carefully• Keep to the paths/ tracks and pay attention to

where I am stepping

Impact/Effect ENVIRONMENT Solution

Impact/Effect ENVIRONMENT Solution

Department of ConservationEnvironmental Care Code

NZ Environmental Care Code

Protect plants and wildlifeRemove RubbishKeep Streams and lakes cleanCamp carefullyRespect our cultural heritageKeep to the trackConsider other peoplePhotography code

Photography code

• Please ask your parents to sign the photo/filming release form and return it to school.

• When taking photos:• Keep to the track• Keep your distance from wildlife• Stay within publicly accessible places unless

you have permission for access.

What could we look out for on the way?

• Hauraki gulf islands, seabirds, sea mammals, other people using the marine park, lighthouse...

• http://aucklandnz.com/downloads/Hauraki_Gulf_Island_Map.pdf

Information about Wildlife that are on/will be on Rotoroa Island

• http://www.aucklandzoo.co.nz/conservation/rotoroa-island.aspx