Bush safety and Aboriginal culture for kids
Blackheath area in Blue Mountains National Park
Overview
COVID-safe tours and events
In line with the latest NSW Government COVID-19 advice, masks are encouraged for indoor settings where you cannot maintain a safe distance from others.
Are your kids curious about the wide outdoors? Bring them along to the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre these school holidays to learn about Aboriginal culture and staying safe in the bush.
- When
Friday 8 July and Monday 11 July 2022, 10am to 12pm. Meet at 9.45am.
- Where
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, Blackheath area
- Accessibility
- Medium
- Grade
- Easy. Recommended for children 4 to 7 years.
- Price
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Child (4 to 7 years) $20 per person. Accompanying adults free.
- Meeting point
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre.
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
Bring your curious kids along to the Blue Mountains National Park these school holidays to learn about local Aboriginal culture and bush safety.
They’ll meet a NPWS Aboriginal guide who’ll teach them about caring for country. Learn how natural materials can be transformed into tools. Discover the different methods local Aboriginal people use to create art.
Get ready to explore the bush and discover how to stay safe. Keep your eyes peeled for the wonderful creatures that call our national parks home. And come ready to ask lots of questions.
Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Don’t forget to bring drinking water, sunscreen and a hat.
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in the Blackheath area of Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Blackheath area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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