Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands: Environmental Science

VCE

Excursion

Environmental Science

Species

Stormwater

Waterways

Explore the Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands and develop knowledge and understanding of wetland environments. Discover how wetlands systems and connected and sustain life and how they are managed in response to environmental challenges.

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Group size	30 students maximum
Pricing	$280 per group
Duration	90 - 120 minutes

Aerial view of Edithvale Seaford wetlands.

Learning outcomes

Discover the biodiversity of the wetlands and how the area has changed over time
Explore the competing uses and demands of the wetlands, including the different stakeholders and their perspectives of the site
Examine the management strategies and the challenges of sustaining the biodiversity of the wetlands, including risk assessments
Learn about the wetlands Ramsar listing and the requirements of managing the site
Find out about Melbourne Water's role in the Environmental Effects Statement (EES) process
Explain why wetlands need to be protected

Student activities

Participate in a presentation about the Edithvale-Seaford wetlands
Investigate a water catchment with our Stormwater Interactive Model
Explore the wetland and visit the bird hide to undertake a bird identification activity

Prepare for your visit

Booked your tour at the education centre? Make sure to read the following information and complete our venue and safety form before you arrive.

Safety

We are committed to the safety of all visitors to our sites. We ask that you strictly follow these safety rules at all times:

follow the instructions of centre staff
do not climb on or over railings
do not run
switch off mobile phones during sessions
take care when operating interactive displays
if visiting outdoor areas of the site, wear:
closed-toe, flat-soled shoes
a long sleeved top
long pants/trousers
clothing suitable for weather conditions.

Student supervision and discipline is the school’s responsibility. Teachers and adults accompanying school groups should actively supervise students at all times.

We reserve the right to cancel a booked activity and ask individuals or groups to leave the site immediately if any action or behaviour is unsafe.

Venue and safety form

Download and return a signed copy of the relevant form when you arrive for your tour.

Child safe standards

We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and providing a child-safe environment in line with our Child Safe Policy (52.21 KB, DOCX). All our Education Officers and Interpretation Officers have the relevant legal requirements (Working With Children Check or Victorian Institute of Teaching registration).

What to bring

It is important that students bring the following items when they visit the centre:

plenty of drinking water, as there is none available on site
rubbish-free packed snack or lunch, as there are no bins in the centre
a broad-brimmed hat and sunscreen for warm days
plenty of warm layers for cool days
notepad, pens and pencils for taking notes and drawings.

How to get there

The centre is located at 278 Edithvale Road, Chelsea Heights, VIC.
View our location on Google maps.

By car or bus

Via Eastlink: Take the Greens Road exit then turn left at Springvale Road. Drive past Wells Road and through the first roundabout. The education centre is 100 metres down the road on the left.

Via Nepean Highway: Turn left into Edithvale Road when you reach Edithvale. Drive through the wetlands until you see the education centre on your right. Continue driving further, u-turn at the roundabout and enter the car park, 100 metres on your left.

By train

Catch the Frankston line train to Edithvale Station. Walk east down Edithvale Road and you will reach the wetlands. The education centre is located on your right at the east end of the wetlands. Walking time is approximately 15 to 20 minutes. There is also a bus that travels along Edithvale Road.

Parking

Parking is available for two buses at a drop-off zone in front of the centre along Edithvale Road, 100 metres from the roundabout and just after the entrance to the car park. Limited parking is available in the car park in front of the centre.

Nearby attractions

There are many interesting walking and cycling paths in parks and reserves close to the wetlands. Why not combine your visit to the education centre with another excursion?