Cowaramup Primary School students had an exciting day at the beach on Friday thanks to the success of the Say GDay to the Bay Day in Cowaramup Bay, Gracetown. The hands-on cultural and environmental excursion aimed to give students a wider understanding of their own backyard, according to spokesperson Nicole Lincoln. “The day was a brilliant success, a buzz was felt by young and old and we very much hope to continue this event for students for years to come,” she said. The visit was coordinated by parent volunteers within the school community, in partnership with staff and external organisations who provided educational activities on the day. “The focus of the activities is local marine flora and fauna, catchment waterway health, water and sea safety, sustainability and local indigenous culture and respect.” The day commenced with a Welcome to Country by local Wadandi man Zac Webb, before a flare demonstration by the Margaret River Volunteer Marine Rescue Group. Students took part in group activities appropriate to their year levels, working alongside representatives from the Department of Parks and Wildlife, AMR Shire Waste Management Officers, Tangaroa Blue, the Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association, Busselton Jetty, Ngari Marine Park, Birdlife Australia, FAWNA and the Friends of Gracetown as well as a number of other groups. “This event aims to provide students with environmental education activities suitable to be delivered at the beach to increase their awareness of how land activities impact the bay and the environmental values of the bay we are so lucky to work, live and play,” said Ms Lincoln.
Cowaramup students say GDay to the Bay | Photos
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Say Gday: Students from Cowaramup Primary School headed down to Gracetown on Friday for the first whole-school excursion. Photos: Shannon Stent Images
The day included educational activities focused on cultural and environmental awareness. See more photos at www.margaretrivermail.com.au
A flare demo from the MR Volunteer Marine Rescue group was a big hit.
Environmental groups and representatives from around the South West took part in the fun and educational day.
Zac Webb led a Welcome to Country for the gathered school group to kick off the day.
There were plenty of fun games and activities for the kids to try out.
The school hopes to continue the event to foster a better understanding of the marine and coastal environment.
Cowaramup Primary School students had an exciting day at the beach on Friday thanks to the success of the Say GDay to the Bay Day in Cowaramup Bay, Gracetown.
The hands-on cultural and environmental excursion aimed to give students a wider understanding of their own backyard, according to spokesperson Nicole Lincoln.
“The day was a brilliant success, a buzz was felt by young and old and we very much hope to continue this event for students for years to come,” she said.
The visit was coordinated by parent volunteers within the school community, in partnership with staff and external organisations who provided educational activities on the day.
“The focus of the activities is local marine flora and fauna, catchment waterway health, water and sea safety, sustainability and local indigenous culture and respect.”
The day commenced with a Welcome to Country by local Wadandi man Zac Webb, before a flare demonstration by the Margaret River Volunteer Marine Rescue Group.
Students took part in group activities appropriate to their year levels, working alongside representatives from the Department of Parks and Wildlife, AMR Shire Waste Management Officers, Tangaroa Blue, the Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association, Busselton Jetty, Ngari Marine Park, Birdlife Australia, FAWNA and the Friends of Gracetown as well as a number of other groups.
“This event aims to provide students with environmental education activities suitable to be delivered at the beach to increase their awareness of how land activities impact the bay and the environmental values of the bay we are so lucky to work, live and play,” said Ms Lincoln.
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