Year 10 Geography Excursion to Collaroy and Narrabeen Beaches

Our excursion was a fantastic opportunity for us students to see firsthand concepts that we have been learning about in class. When we first arrived at Narrabeen beach, we were met with nimbus clouds, meaning we received around 3mm of rain. We trudged on through the rain to use a multitude of geographical instruments, including compasses, kestrel meters, and thermometers. As we made our way south-east towards Collaroy Beach, we observed the consequences for properties that were built without consideration of the environment. The beach and those properties suffer the repercussions of storms, wave movement, and flooding.

 

We also learned about the management strategies that are being implemented along the beach to combat the degradation. These included the building of a seawall in front of the ten most vulnerable houses as well as revegetation of the dune system.

 

As the excursion came to a conclusion, we were lucky to spot a dolphin pod swimming in the ocean amongst the surf-goers. This excursion was a fun way to explore and experience the theory we have been learning in class, whilst spending an enjoyable and educational day on the beach.