Explore program – January 2015

Date Time Place Activity

Weekends public holidays

and school holidays

10 am – 3 pm Tidbinbilla Road,Tidbinbilla.

Entry fees apply

Explore the SanctuaryCome and meet a volunteer interpreter who will help you discover the natural wonders of the Sanctuary.No bookings required. Enquiries: 6205 1233

Every day 1.30 pm Tidbinbilla Road,Tidbinbilla.

Entry fees apply

Pelican feedJoin a wildlife officer as they feed the pelicans. Learn about pelicans and other remarkable inhabitants of the wetlands. Meet at pond 4 in the Sanctuary.No bookings required. Enquiries: 6205 1233

Every Saturday 3:30 pm – 4 pm Tidbinbilla Visitor Centre, Tidbinbilla

Road

Corroboree frogs Hear the story of the critically endangered Corroboree Frog and how the captive breeding program at Tidbinbilla is trying to save this iconic species from extinction. Meet the ranger at the Visitor Centre. No entry fee applies if just visiting the Visitor Centre.No bookings required. Enquiries: 6205 1233

Every Saturday 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Tidbinbilla Visitor Centre.

Entry fees apply

Koalas in the canopyEnjoy a talk with a ranger within the Eucalyptus Forest enclosure. Search for koalas in the canopy while the ranger tells a story or two about these fascinating marsupials. Meet at the Eucalyptus Forest car park. No bookings required. Enquiries: 6205 1233

Every Sunday 4 pm - 4:45 pm Tidbinbilla Road,Tidbinbilla.

Entry fees apply

Platypus pursuitsHave you ever seen a platypus in the wild? Take a walk with a ranger through Tidbinbilla’s wetlands in search of this elusive animal. It is a great way to spend a relaxing afternoon. Meet at The Sanctuary main entrance. Bring binoculars.No bookings required. Enquiries: 6205 1233

Date Time Place Activity

Sunday 11 and Sunday 24

January

11 am - 12:00 pm Tidbinbilla Road,Tidbinbilla

Entry fees apply

Boomerang throwingJoin our Aboriginal rangers for this fun activity. See a demonstration of some of the many types of boomerangs and throw one to see if it really comes back. Meet at the Visitor Centre. $5 per person. No entry fee applies if just visiting the Visitor.No bookings required. Enquiries: 6205 1233

Wednesday 14 January

Will not be run if a Total Fire

Ban is in place.

11 am - 12.30 pm Tidbinbilla Road,Tidbinbilla

Entry fees apply

Billy tea and damperEnjoy a traditional Aussie bush experience. Cook damper on an open fire and wash it down with real billy tea. Bring your own bowl and spoon for mixing. Meet at the Visitor Centre. $5 per head.Bookings essential: 6205 1233

Saturday 17 January

Will not be run if a Total Fire

Ban is in place.

7:30 pm - 9.30 pm Tidbinbilla Road,Tidbinbilla

Entry fees apply

Spotlight at nightJoin ranger for a night time spotlighting adventure within the enclosure as we stroll through silent bushland, seeking out nocturnal animals. $15.00 per person. Bring flash light and wear sturdy enclosed shoes.Bookings essential: 6205 1233

Every day in January

10 am - 3.30 pm Village Centre,National Arboretum

Canberra.

Arboretum short talk and Hub tourExplore the Village Centre and Hub area with a guide free-of-charge. 15-20 minutes. Wheelchair and stroller friendly. FreeNo bookings required. Enquiries: 13 22 81

Every day in January

10 am - 3.30 pm Village Centre,National Arboretum

Canberra.

Arboretum long walkDiscover some of the rare, endangered and colourful trees at the National Arboretum with a friendly guide. 40-60 minutes. Wear covered shoes and appropriate clothing for outdoor walking and bring drinking water. Free activityNo bookings required. Enquiries: 13 22 81

Throughout January

Entries close 30 January

2015.

Village Centre,National Arboretum

Canberra.

Friends of the National Arboretum photo competition Capture exciting and innovative images of the Arboretum (which may be used to promote the Arboretum). Visitors are encouraged to enter (excluding professional photographers). Cash prizes. Enquiries:www.arboretumcanberra.org.au/photography_competition.aspx

Celebrating 30 years of the ACT Parks and Conservation Service and Namadgi National Park.

For further information contact Canberra Connect on 13 22 81 or visit www.tams.act.gov.au, www.tidbinbilla.act.gov

or www.nationalarboretum.act.gov.au

Explore activities are delivered by TAMS staff and volunteers from ParkCare and Conservation Volunteers Australia.

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