This is a biological jewel as well as a fascinating venue geologically. It’s easy to fill a whole day. Year Levels 7 to 13
New Zealand Curriculum and Assessment
AS 91153: Carry out a proctical investigation in a biology context, with supervision.
AS 91158: Investigate a pattern in an ecological community with supervision.
AS 91155: Demonstrate understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life.
AS 90952: Demonstrate understanding of the formation of surface features in New Zealand.
AS 90767: Describe New Zealand's geological history.
AS 90731: Describe geological processes affecting New Zealand.
Activities to choose from
Ferry from Auckland
Introductory discussion on the geology, ecology and history of Rangitoto
Guided walk to summit
Discussion of succession on lava flows, adaptation to this extreme environment, plants in
unexpected niches, management of human impacts
Data collection: Transects and quadrats, Comparison of communities
Explore lava caves
Games/activities (juniors) to improve knowledge of New Zealand forest species and their relationships
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