COVID-19 update: Nearer to Nature excursions are now available for booking within the guidelines of each venue. Schools can also book incursions dependant on their school policies and July holiday activities will be delivered on a limited basis and via social media. All Nearer to Nature activities have a Covid-19 Safety Plan.
Given the rapidly changing situation we will remain in contact to keep you up to date with any changes to programming or other relevant information.
Nearer to Nature excursions provide many opportunities for students of all ages to take part in nature-based learning.
Programs have three elements, linked to the outcomes of all curriculum learning areas:
Nearer to Nature Schools programs support students to achieve outcomes in many Australian Curriculum learning areas and understand concepts in the cross-curriculum priorities of Sustainability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and culture.
Program content may vary between locations to accommodate the local environment and all programs meet the Department of Education and Training's excursion requirements.