How on Earth did sailors of old make their way across the salty brine? Humans and animals have relied on Mother Nature’s navigational cues for thousands of years, using the sun, stars, trees, and landmarks, as well as grit and determination.
Dive into the fascinating world of navigation at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum! Discover the stories behind our internationally renowned collection of astrolabes, sextants, and compasses – see how the art of finding your way, from ancient triangulation to modern GPS, remains just as thrilling and relevant today as it was in the 16th Century.
This Program will explore Earth and Space / Place and Environment, First Nations History and Culture. Through hands-on observation and interactive discussion, students will discover how celestial navigation connects science, culture, and geography, and compare traditional sky knowledge with modern tools like GPS
Play the compass game /Geolocation Game /Human battleships
Integrates Aboriginal people using the stars as part of a living knowledge system that connects navigation, timekeeping, seasons, storytelling, and law.
Audience: Primary School
Learning Area: Geography, History, Science, Technology
Learning Stage: Early Stage 1, Stage 1, Stage 2 & Stage 3
