Lake+Nagambie

Unit 3 Outcome 2

Here we will conduct the learning for Outcome 2. We will be revisiting information seen and studied during our fieldtrip in Term 1.

You should have a complete, and detailed booklet from our fieldwork that will help with our study. If you accidently lost it out the bus window, here is a blank copy :( [|Lake Nagambie Fieldtrip Booklet.doc]

Lake Nagambie!!!!!!

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Key Knowledge - The nature of the resource

We must be able to classify and discuss the type of resource we studied. Think right back to the beginning, how can we classify resources? How could we classify Lake Nagambie? .......................................... and .......................................... and .....................................

Resources also need to be classified by their function. In this case Lake Nagamebie is a RECREATIONAL resource, as it is mainly used for leisure activties. It could also be argued that it is a TOURISM resource, as the rowing regatta and lastest NOW festivals, generate income for the the town and attract thousands of vistors to the area.

 Key Knowledge - Geographic characteristics of the resource We need to have a solid understanding of the characteristics of Lake Nagambie. For our studies, we wil be focusing on the southeast of the lake, by the town centre and High St.

[|Geographic characteristic of Lake Nagambie.doc]

Not only do we need to have an overall picture of what Lake Nagambie looks like and what it has to offer, but as always in Geography we MUST use FACTS





Use the characteristics above to fill in the table on characteristics in the appropriate section. For example, geographic coordinates of the lake will go in the //location// section. [|characteristic table.docx].

 Key Knowledge - Distirbution of a simlar resource at a regional scale

We will use the Goulburn Weir as an example of a similar resource. But how is it similar? Think back to our trip to the weir and the facilities available to us, especially where we parked the bus.

Use the following document including the photos to describe what facilties are available at the Weir, and how it is used. [|Goulburn Weir.docx] Remember that sometimes there is just as much information in a picture than in text, if not more. '//A picture is worth 100 words'//

You need to be able to describe how the resources are distributed. This means using PEEQ! State the pattern, and then give examples and exceptions. In our case it is slightly easier/harder depending on your view as there are only two that we are focusing on.

In the previous document I have included a Google Earth image of the two resources.

For homework on Friday, you needed to answer an exam question: //describe how similar resources are distributed within the region. // But WAIT!!!! What about Waranga Basin? [|Waranga Basin.docx]



How are these three resources similar? How are they distributed? //We will answer this in class Monday!//


 * How are Lake Nagambie, Waranga Basin and Goulburn Weir similar resources?**

All are tourism and recreational resources. They offer playground equipment, car parks, BBQ facilities and boat ramps. The three locations have a heavy focus on fishing, with populations of Murray Cod and Golden Perch. They are fed by the Goulburn River, from Lake Eildon, however, Waranga basin is water diverted via channel for irrigation in the North West of Victoria. They are all water storages, created by humans, to assist in the delivery of consistent irrigation water for farmers in the region. Grassy areas are located at all 3 resources, providing trees and shady areas to encourage visitors to linger.


 * Describe how similar resources are distributed in the region.**

The distribution pattern of Lake Nagambie, Goulburn Weir and Waranga Basin is linear. For example, Lake Nagambie and Gouldburn Weir are located along and fed directly by the Goulburn River, approximately 7 km apart. However, Waranga basin is not located along the Goulburn River, but North West, fed by the Cattanach channel from the Goulburn River.