Discover a fun way to learn about Our History

Colonial Living in the Bush

Old Days Old Ways Education Programmes for Schools

Stringybark Ridge Bush Camp

Hazard Risk Forms

Old Days -Waltzing Matilda

Excursion Info

Houses in the Bush

Bush School

Colonial Life

Timbercutters tools     

Lighting

Pioneer costumes

Local History: Megalong

Mining in the Megalong

Volunteering

Old Bush Houses

·         Experienced, informative tour guides are provided for groups of approximately 30 -60 students.

·         Although  Megalong Bush Wilderness Farm does have a first-aid station located in the reception area, it is advisable for teachers to also bring their own first-aid kit

·         Please find attached the 'Venue and Safety Information for School Excursions' required by the NSW Department of Education and Training. Venue Safety and Assessment Sheet

·         MVF has easy wheelchair access to each area.

·         Worksheets for our tours are available 

All students will need:

·         a name tag - sticky labels are also fine). This will make it much easier for our tour guides to use the students' names:

·         a hat & sunscreen

·         sensible walking shoes. (must be enclosed - no thongs or sandals)

·         comfortable clothing (School uniform is sufficient, jumper & warm clothing in the winter months)

·         a water bottle (there are taps to re-fill water bottles)

·         something to eat for morning tea & lunch   

·         you will be visiting a working farm with animals, lucerne, straw, hay etc and you need to be aware that some people may have an allergic reaction to some of the animals or plants in the area so students and staff may need access to their medication (for asthmatics and others with sensitive skin or allergic conditions)

·         insect repellent in summer months

·         some pocket money is optional. Lunches need to  bought with the students  

·         Souvenirs are available at Reception for as little as $1.00.

·         clipboard and pencil if students are required to use worksheets on their visit.

 Why choose us for your excursion?

At MVF our school excursion programs have been designed for each stage of primary students in line with current curriculum requirements. Our  programmes are designed to help students meet outcomes from the Human Society and its Environment (NSW Bos 1998) and Science and Technology (NSW BoS 2006) strand .

General information on Megalong Valley Farm School Excursions including 'Venue and Safety information  has been provided  Hazards and Risk  Information

Programmes need to be booked in advance as there are limited places. A copy of our brochure will show you what units of work are best suited for a visit.  A list of currently available  programmes is set out below. If these  programmes  don't quite meet your needs call us on  02 4878 188 to discuss your special  needs.

Teachers are impressed by our:

   comprehensive range of programs with relevant content to curriculum  
   clearly defined outcomes to curriculum
  knowledgeable and friendly guides and staff
  opportunities for active learning

 encouragement of students to observe  with all of their senses and ask questions
 provision of work sheets

 well maintained environment

Children love:

  getting dressed up
  seeing and  feeding farm animals
  hands-on activities
 engaging, educational farming demonstrations

 OLDDAYS OLDWAY -Living in the Bush programs include:

• Our Families                                Stage 1

• Local Environments                     Stage 2

• Products and Services                 Stage 1

• Farm Animal Day                         Stage 1

• Gold Discovery                             Stage 3

• Australian Rural Heritage  (Then and Now) – Stage 2/3

• Colonial Re-enactment                Stage 2

• Communities                                Stage 2

• Waltzing Matilda –Understanding the meaning

• The Story of Two Valleys

  Geological aspect of the Valley

  The structure of the Aboriginal Society

  The European Factor-

       Environment under challenge.

       Environmental Examination of what is reversible and what is irreversible

       A clash of cultures