Winton Wetlands is leading the way in wetland education and research while offering unique nature based tourism activities and recreation.
A school trip to the Winton Wetlands offers learning opportunities for a variety of curriculum with the vast ecological landscape and Australian heritage.
Winton Wetlands offers the perfect location for an outdoor environmental or a physical education class where groups can explore the site or book a presentation and tour with the Winton Wetlands staff.
Presentations and tours can be tailored to suit required learning outcomes.
For Winton Wetlands Education Program enquiries please contact us for more information at info@wintonwetlands.org.au
Koorie Education
Winton Wetlands employs a Koorie Cultural Officer, Ms Nikki James, to assist in ongoing efforts to encourage Return to Country, and incorporation of Koorie Perspectives into educational activities and other endeavours.
Nikki James is a proud Yorta Yorta woman.
She can help with
- Information on the indigenous culture, art and history of the Winton Wetlands reserve
- Educational and other needs, including school group visits
- Existing and potential activities on-site involving indigenous community members
- Liaison with the Yorta Yorta Nation
- Traditional smoking ceremonies
- Information on our ‘bush kindy’ program for pre-schoolers
- Other activities to support stronger relationships between indigenous and other communities
She’ll be delighted to answer questions and hear your comments and ideas.
Phone: (03) 5747 7119
Email: Nicole.James@wintonwetlands.org.au
