Sydney Science Trail Secondary Program
Sydney Science Trail excursions are back this August. Explore the program and book your secondary school class excursion for National Science Week.
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Australian Museum
12 – 14 August 2024
9:30am – 2:30pm
Stage 4, 5 and 6
$20 per student (incl. gst).
Minimum charge of 20 students per booked group applies.
Teachers attend free of charge.
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Saving Species Talks
These panel discussions align with the 2024 National Science Week theme Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability. Featuring scientists from the Australian Museum Research Institute, Botanic Gardens of Sydney, University of Technology, Sydney and University of New England, your students will learn about how scientists work toward saving species from different perspectives. Schools can choose one talk from two daily options.
- Life Under the Microscope
- Regenerating Nature
- Life in the Ocean
- Life on Land
- Citizen Science
- Conservation for the Future
Living things big and small are essential for the survival of species and the health of ecosystems. This talk will look into what part microscopic organisms play in ecosystems and how they are affecting species survival.
When: Monday 12 August
Where: Gadi Rooms, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 120 students per session
As climate change starts to impact organisms, we need to look at how adaption and regeneration can ensure species survival. Hear from scientists working on climate change adaption and regeneration projects. Presented by the Climate Solutions Centre, Australian Museum.
When: Monday 12 August
Where: Gadi Rooms, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 120 students per session
Our oceans produce at least 50% of the planet's oxygen and are home to most of Earth's biodiversity. Hear from Sydney-based scientists about the research that is being conducted to ensure the survival of marine species in Australia and across the world.
When: Tuesday 13 August
Where: Gadi Rooms, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 120 students per session
Vital terrestrial ecosystems across the world are becoming endangered. To ensure species survival in Australia and across the world, scientists are working to better understand the essential requirements of animals and their habitat.
When: Tuesday 13 August
Where: Gadi Rooms, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 120 students per session
How can you become involved in species survival? Learn about citizen science projects, how scientists use data collection and the vital role of the public in gathering information that will help identify new species and save threatened species across the world.
When: Wednesday 14 August
Where: Gadi Rooms, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 120 students per session
Researchers around the world are working to conserve species in and out of their natural environments. Scientists share how their work is aiding to future-proof and preserve species.
When: Wednesday 14 August
Where: Gadi Rooms, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 120 students per session
Interactive STEM Workshops
- Cadi Sustainability and Survival
- Native Orchid Conservation and Survival
- Cracking the Genetic Code
- Who did it? Forensic Science
Explore the Cadi Jam Ora Garden and learn about cultural practices and knowledge that have protected species for generations.
In this guided walk, led by a First Nations educator, students will tour the garden to explore different natural resources used by Aboriginal people of the Sydney region.
Where: Cadi Jam Ora Garden, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 30 students per session
Investigate current botanical research to learn about the Native orchids. Try techniques used by botanists to study and conserve species as well as investigating how these important species are indicator to the health of our ecosystems.
Where: Cryptogam House, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Capacity: 30 students per session
In this hands-on workshop, students will explore how genetic information is transferred in DNA and watch how it can be extracted for genetic analysis. Students will also learn about the important research conducted in the Australian Museum Research Institute and will complete their own investigation to determine how DNA can be used to compare and identify species.
Where: Patricia McDonald Education Room 1 (Level Lower Ground), Australian Museum
Capacity: 30 students per session
Be a forensic investigator and use scientific applications to solve crimes. In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to dust and collect fingerprints, analyse blood spatter, test for drugs and collect evidence, with the aim of building a solid case for the court of law.
This interactive workshop is facilitated by the University of Technology Sydney, Faculty of Science.
Where: Patricia McDonald Education Room 2 (Level Lower Ground), Australian Museum
Capacity: 30 students per session
