Being in the great outdoors can help to nurture kids’ imaginations and keep them active and happy. Here are some inspiring events and resources to get them wild about nature.
Exploring all abilities walks
Parks are a great place for people of all abilities to enjoy nature. Watch a video series about some of the best all abilities walks and accessible experiences in Victoria’s parks.
Junior Ranger spring school holiday program
The Junior Ranger program helps kids to explore Victoria’s amazing parks. They go on cool adventures like rock pool rambles and historic tours. The spring holiday program goes live on 12 September.
Live penguin TV – Victorian Nature Festival special
It’s spring in the largest colony of Little Penguins in the world. Join the fun on 15 September with Phillip Island Nature Parks Rangers and watch our Little Penguins waddle their way home online.
Free school holiday nature play at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Enjoy nature-play at Werribee Open Range Zoo between 18 September to 2 October. Kids under 16 can visit free in the school holidays. So, join in the fun and learn how you can help Australian wildlife.
Free school holiday nature play at Melbourne Zoo
Enjoy nature play at Melbourne Zoo during the spring school holidays from 18 September to 2 October.
Free school holiday nature play at Healesville Sanctuary
Experience nature play at Healesville Sanctuary between 18 September to 2 October. Kids under 16 can visit free during school holidays. Join in the fun and learn how you can help Australian wildlife.
An evening spotlight tour
Experience Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne and its fascinating nightlife on this torch-lit adventure. Join us on 13 September and see what nocturnal animals get up to after dark.
Bandicoot knowledge trail
Join us on 20 to 21 September for a look at the southern brown bandicoot. Outreach Officer Eilish Roberts will share her insights on why the brown bandicoot is important to the environment.
Launching citizen science in the Mallee
Become a citizen scientist on 30 September to 1 October. Enjoy a BBQ lunch and learn how to catch and record local species and play a meaningful role in natural resource management in the Mallee.
Victorian wildlife-inspired colouring in
Keep the kids busy these school holidays with some colouring inspired by Victoria's precious wildlife.
Junior rangers activity booklets
Want to learn about Victoria’s beautiful biodiversity? Want to visit new places and find inspiration? Then the junior ranger activity booklets have you covered.
Seek and find nature cards at Cranbourne
Go on an adventure at Cranbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens or explore your neighbourhood with our seek and find nature cards. Available anytime the gardens are open.
Seek and find nature cards at Melbourne
Go on an adventure at Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens or explore your neighbourhood with our seek and find nature cards. Available anytime the gardens are open.
Connect with the Campaspe River on a guided walk
Walk the river, learn the land and connect with people. Join us on Sunday 18 September to hear about the challenges and opportunities facing this key waterway.
Take a 360-degree look at Healesville Sanctuary's parrots
Squawk! Take flight with the colourful birds of Healesville Sanctuary with this 360-degree view into life with our winged friends.
Take a 360-degree look into the world of penguins
Take a look at Melbourne Zoo’s penguins. Get a 360-degree view of what life is like for these little waddlers.
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