To help you get the best out of your local environment we are running a program of free Bush Explorer events which compliments our Bushcare Program.
These bush explorer events feature a mix of activities, including opportunities to experience a host of wildlife: be it the birds and bugs that bring the bush to life, an artist's palette of spring woodland flowers, spotlighting animals in the night or grey headed flying foxes dispersing into the night.
You will also learn about local vegetation and the unique flora and fauna that it supports, delve into the secrets of bushcare and hear firsthand about Dharawal Aboriginal culture and heritage.
Upcoming events
Bush Explorers has returned
Our Bush Explorers activities have recommenced, but things will be a little different, due to strict COVID-19 WHS guidelines, that are now in place.
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Birdwatching

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Event |
Saturday 27 February 2021
1pm to 3pm |
Birdwatching for Beginners - Park Central
Join us for an afternoon wander through the mixed habitats of the parkland to both look for the local birdlife and learn the tricks of the trade of birdwatching at Park Central.
Walking grade: Grade 2: Easy
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Tuesday 16 March 2021
9am to 11am
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Birdwatching for Beginners - Mansfield Creek Reserve
Join us for a guided morning bird walk to look for the local birdlife and learn the tricks of the trade of birdwatching in the bushland along the Georges River Corridor from Mansfield Park Reserve.
Walking grade: Grade 2: Easy to Moderate
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Bushtucker walk

When |
Event |
Sunday 28 February 2021
1pm to 3pm |
Bushtucker Walk - Scattergood Reserve
Join us for a wander via the forest and creeks of Scattergood Reserve looking for the local Bushtucker plants utilised by the traditional custodians of this land, the Dharawal Aboriginal people. We will learn how to identify plants, find out about their uses and significance and learns how the Dharawal people managed the land we step foot on.
Note: These workshops are delivered by Council staff who have consulted with Aboriginal Elders and community members.
Walking grade: Grade 3: Easy - Moderate
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Sunday 14 March 2021
1pm to 3pm |
Bushtucker Walk - The Basin Reserve
Join us for a wander via the forest and creeks of The Basin Reserve looking for the local Bushtucker plants utilised by the traditional custodians of this land, the Dharawal Aboriginal people. We will learn how to identify plants, find out about their uses and significance and learns how the Dharawal people managed the land we step foot on.
Note: These workshops are delivered by Council staff who have consulted with Aboriginal Elders and community members.
Walking grade: Grade 3: Moderate to Hard (steep sections)
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Bug hunt

When |
Event |
Saturday 13 March 2021
1pm to 3pm |
Autumn Almanac - Bugs of the Bush - Noorumba Reserve
Join us for an afternoon wander through the forest to listen and look our for host of seasonal bug-life that calls the reserve home. From the beauty of butterflies to a chorus of cicadas the bushland harbours an amazing array of insects, spiders and other weird and wonderful mini beasts to fascinate you.
Walking grade: Grade 2: Easy
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Night walks

When |
Event |
Saturday 27 March 2021 6pm to 8pm
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A Night with the Bats - Milton Park
Join us for a dusk visit at Milton Park to hear about the great work that is happening to conserve Flying Foxes across Campbelltown and the Sydney Region. We will then take a guided walk to look at the colony in roost and stay to watch these amazing animals fly out in the dusk twilight.
Walking grade: Grade 2: Easy
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Nature Walk

When |
Event |
Wednesday 10 March 2021
9am to 11am |
Serenity Stroll - Simmo's Beach Reserve
Join us for a gentle wander through the forest to the Georges River. We will focus on using all our senses to fully appreciate nature, improve mindfulness and reduce stress.
Walking grade: Easy to Moderate
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Sunday 28 March 2021
1pm to 3pm |
Nature Walk - Ingleburn Reserve
Join us for an afternoon wander via the forest and riverside to learn about the habitats and look for the array of wildlife that is found within them. We will also find out about the great work that is happening in this beautiful part of the Georges River Corridor.
Walking grade: Grade 2: Easy to Moderate (steep sections)
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What will I need to bring?
Please wear long pants, sturdy shoes and warm clothing and bring a bottle of water, and if you have them, camera and binoculars to help you get the best out of your wildlife spotting.
This is a free event.
Bookings are essential. If you can no longer make the event please let us know so we can contact our waitlists.