IV0043 Experience Nature: Bush Skills for Adults @ Hardings Paddock

Step beyond the trail and deepen your connection with the natural world. Join us for a relaxed, hands-on bush skills session designed for young adults through to mature age nature lovers who want to build confidence and practical know-how in the outdoors.

Whether you’re new to outdoor exploration or looking to refine your skills, this interactive experience will guide you through essential bush navigation techniques, including map reading and compass use. You’ll also gain valuable insights into staying safe, prepared, and self-reliant in natural environments.

What to Expect

• Learn practical navigation skills using maps and compasses
• Gain essential bush safety knowledge for real-world conditions
• Take part in engaging, hands-on activities
• Connect with like-minded nature enthusiasts in your community
• Make your own Scroggins and enjoy a relaxed morning tea

Perfect for individuals, couples, and groups who enjoy the outdoors and want to build confidence exploring it.

Important information:
Is this activity suitable for me?

• Alcohol and drug free event
• This session is suitable for 8+ years through to mature adults
• Secure enclosed footwear suited to bush walking is required
• This activity is expected to take around 3 hours
• The walk may include unsealed bush track of moderate difficulty and includes steep, rocky, loose and sloping surfaces
• Wildlife including snakes may be encountered on this walk

Please bring

• Water
• Snacks
• Binoculars
• A light jacket
• Comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothing

You will be required to read and acknowledge the Risk, Responsibility & Waiver Form when booking, and is available to read here: Risk Waiver Acknowledgement

Have you got junior nature lovers who want to learn these skills. Check out our other session for children and families at Purga Nature Reserve on Wednesday 1 July here