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Nature Play CBR

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Address: PO Box 147 Civic Square 2600 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://www.natureplaycbr.org.au

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25.01.2022 HAPPY NATIONAL TREE DAY! A day to reflect on this year's theme 'regeneration: for our land'. To get involved the family could: take a walk/hike and admire the trees around you... get crafty about what regeneration means to you get outside in this spectacular weather and plant in your own front or backyard (don't have a yard, try a potted plant on your balcony) Share your photos using the hashtags #HugaTreeforNTD #NaturePlayCBR For a toolkit and family-friendly resources visit: https://treeday.planetark.org/get-involved/community

24.01.2022 SPRING has sprung in Canberra. Its finally time to enjoy the warm sun, fresh smell of wattle and new blossoms popping up around Canberra. Heres a list of 20 things you can do in spring: https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/programs/nature-playlists #spring #canberra #floriade #CBR #outdoors #natureplay... Photo credit: Arno Smit See more

23.01.2022 Have your say on the Mulligans Flat Santuary draft strategy below.

23.01.2022 Nature Play CBR is calling on Canberra families to make this weekend, December 12 the world’s biggest backyard campout yet! For more top tips on how to make your camping extravaganza even more FUN visit our website https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/the-great-backyard-campout Your kids will love helping decorate and make the shelter home for the night. Embrace their joy for overabundance and let them bring out their favourite cuddly toys.... Once the fun of setting up your campsite is over, you want to have some good fun games ready to go just in case. Give your family a leave pass on some of the things you’d normally be strict on just for a night like let the dog on the camp bed, no dishes 'til the morning and double up on dessert. #greatbackyardcampout #outdoors

22.01.2022 Can we get to 1,000,000 Australian children participating in Outdoor Classroom Day? Year on year thousands of teachers join together to celebrate the wonderful outdoor learning they already do and to show parents the benefits of getting outside, outdoors and learning in a natural environment. Weve got truckloads of ideas and resources to help you get excited for November 5.... Join the movement by registering your school for a world that you believe children deserve: www.outdoorclassroomday.com.au

22.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day? This year has been particularly tough for all of us. We encourage all children, families and educators to stay connected and remember we're never too young to look out for one another and lend support. For more information on R U OK? Day, visit: https://www.ruok.org.au/

22.01.2022 Welcoming Spring! Reimagining Floriade means treasure hunts to find hidden Gnomes, discovering the tulip trail and getting your hands dirty with activities to help the whole family learn about Canberras flora. A few Floriade Sprout activities for the whole family: Gnome hunt: follow the clues and find the hidden Gnomes... Local artworks transformed into colouring in sheets Arts and craft: create your senses Bee Trail: follow the trail of honeycomb bees across the Canberra Centre Visit: https://floriadeaustralia.com/ #floriade #CBR #Canberra #nature #outdoors

21.01.2022 The Namadgi Visitor Information Centre has reopened! Can you believe it? Its been over 7 months since the Orroral Valley bushfire destroyed 80 per cent of the Namadgi National Park. With spring upon us now is the best time to get back out into Namadgi and check out the new trails and roads our friends ACT Parks and Conservation Service have been working hard to restore. ... If you and the family are heading back out, make sure to pop into the newly reopened Visitor Centre for a coffee and to learn more about the Parks roads and trails. http://bit.ly/NamadgiNationalPark #NaturePlay #NaturePlayCBR #outdoor #strongtogether #Canberra #VisitCanberra Picture: ABC News: Craig Allen

21.01.2022 What a great day exploring at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Baringa Early Learning Centre taking their learning outdoors and into nature. Awesome work! #outdoorplay #natureplay #natureplaycbr #canberra #outdoors

21.01.2022 CHANGES ARE COMING TO FRANKLIN Come and see the grasslands for yourself on Sunday 6 September. Enjoy a guided tour with a ranger, speak with our Parks and Conservation officers face to face and have your say on the proposed plans. The open day will have stalls and activities for the kids: Family walks... Scavenger hunt Build a stick cubby in the woodland area Explore the grasslands - see the beautiful wildflower buds, explore interesting rocks, spot the different lichens and touch the soft mosses Social distancing measures will be in place in line with current health advice. For event information: https://rb.gy/qhaokp https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au//landscape-plan-to-help-fran

19.01.2022 Happy World Environment Day! Today, people from all over the world are doing positive things to help our planet. Today, we ask ourselves what small changes could we do to make a big difference for the future. Visit www.natureplaycbr.org.au for fun nature-loving activities. #ForNature #NaturePlay

19.01.2022 Register now! #natureplay #natureplaycbr #outdoors

19.01.2022 Meet Faith, Ainslie School’s Outdoor Learning Curator who is passionate about getting students into the open air. Faith knows just how important outdoor education is for students emotional, behavioural and intellectual development. Faith says it's all about engaging students in practical and active learning experiences in natural environments. But it is also about learning experiences in other settings beyond the traditional school classroom. Discover more about Faiths outd...oor learning classes https://www.education.act.gov.au//novem/the-great-outdoors #outdoorclassroom #outdoorlearning #natureplay #canberra #education @ACTEd

18.01.2022 Yesterday University of Canberra interior architecture students presented their outdoor environment spaces! The It'sYourMove Program has driven this partnership with Caroline Chisholm School to design an outdoor learning/play space that promotes better physical and mental wellbeing for students aged 14-16 years. The project objectives include: Positive physical activity... Age-appropriate nature play Mental & physical wellbeing Facilitate outdoor learning Inclusive for all abilities Informed by country Each space has been designed to be accessible and inclusive while using as many natural elements as possible. So many great designs, we are excited to see evolve. Stay tuned to see the next stages of this community lead #designthinking initiative. #natureplay #outdoorplay #canberra #physicalhealth #outdoorclassroomday #natureplay #outdoorplay #canberra #physicalhealth ACT Health Birrigai

18.01.2022 In continuing to celebrate #NAIDOC week we share the revamped 50 Words project. An interactive online map giving everyone the opportunity to hear Aboriginal languages spoken all across Australia. Hear the authentic pronunciations of 50 everyday words in more than 60 languages, such as ‘welcome’, ‘hello’ and ‘goodbye’. Learn phrases including ‘what is your name?’ and words for family members, animals and the local environment. Visit https://50words.online/... #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOCWeek2020 #NAIDOC2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe

17.01.2022 Its National Biodiversity Month! Some call biodiversity the web of life Think about every living thing that exists on our planet and in the environment, from a tiny one-cell microbe to a HUGE whale! Well biodiversity encompasses all living things (including humans) and the way in which they live.... In Canberra, we are lucky to be surrounded by nature, green spaces and many diverse environments that support not only our wellbeing and health but the ecosystems all around us. So what can you do protect our biodiversity? For information and fun activities, jump onto https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/ or download the Nature Play App and discover lots of activities that introduce you to flora and fauna. #spring #biodiversitymonth #NaturePlay #NaturePlayCBR #outdoor #Canberra #visitcanberra Pictures: NaturePlayCBR, Boris Smokrovic, David Clode and Elizabeth Wales.

17.01.2022 2020 Nature Play Grants Program Investing in Outdoor Play Congratulations to the six successful recipients of the 2020 Nature Play Grants Program (NPGP). The NPGP is designed to provide financial assistance and support to eligible organisations, programs and initiatives that promote fun and innovative ways to keep our community active through outdoor play while utilising Canberras abundance of natural landscape. This year, the grants program focused on applications t...hat created opportunities for our diverse and changing lifestyles with an aim to support areas of the community that may have previously been under-represented. For more information visit: www.sport.act.gov.au/grants/nature-play-grants-program

17.01.2022 Playful Endeavour is back for the school holidays! Enjoy a pop-up play space in Haig Park from Saturday 26 September Friday 9 October 2020. A collection of found and made materials will be on offer to encourage creative play for children of all ages and abilities (plus a big pile of dirt to get messy in!). Join the fun below!

16.01.2022 Are your SENSES ready to explore Canberra this weekend? Get your family and children outdoors, moving and exploring! Find out how you can get involved by clicking below!

15.01.2022 Spring is for exploring! Our Explore Spring resource is the perfect introduction to sensory play ideas and activities for your kids and toddlers. We've got learning and development ideas that include: Touch... Smell Sight Hear Visit: www.natureplaycbr.org.au/explore-spring-get-outside

15.01.2022 Have you ordered your Nature Play Passports for Christmas? For adventures this holidays, click the link below: https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au//passport-to-an-amazing-c... #natureplay #education #outdoorclassroom #outdooradventures

14.01.2022 Rain. Puddles. PLAY This weekend might be a bit wet but thats no reason to stay indoors. Here are five reasons to get outside in the rain: Wear a raincoat and gumboots and stomp in the biggest, wettest puddles you can find Make your own waterproof clothes out of plastic bags and go outside when its raining and see if you stay dry... Take a walk to feed the ducks. Can you spot any new ducklings? Make a rain gauge so you can measure the rain in your backyard Head outside and go on a cherry blossom hunt For more ideas download our Things to do in Spring Playlist: https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/programs/nature-playlists Image credit: Nathan Dumlao #natureplay #outdoors #canberra #visitcanberra

13.01.2022 More areas of Namadgi National Park are now open and ready to be explored! We have been working hard to make Corin and Naas/Boboyan Road precincts in Nama...dgi safe for visitors to return once more. This has included clearing and repairing walking tracks, roads and other visitor infrastructure. As part of this reopening, you can now visit Square Rock, Gibraltar Falls, Woods Reserve, Mt Clear, Hospital Hill, Horse Gully Hut and more. Fire has changed the landscape in Namadgi and it is important to remember that many of these areas are fire-impacted. Make sure to plan your visit carefully and check which areas are open before heading out. Namadgi Visitor Information Centre, Orroral Valley, Honeysuckle and Bimberi Wilderness precincts remain closed. More information at www.environment.act.gov.au/namadgi-national-park

12.01.2022 Did you know construction of a dedicated recreational area within the Molonglo River Reserve is about to begin? Namarag will become a new nature space f...or the community to enjoy while learning about and embracing Ngunnawal culture It is the first of two dedicated recreational hubs within the Molonglo River Reserve. Construction will remediate disturbed land and restore threatened habitats New paths and recreational facilities will be established enabling Canberrans to explore the diverse landscape of the Molonglo. The area will be closed to the public from 21 Sept for 6-8 months during construction Please keep an eye out and follow signage when you are out exploring Molonglo River Reserve during this time. Learn more at https://www.yoursay.act.gov.au/act-pa/molonglo-nature-space.

12.01.2022 Searching for unique play space ideas? Why not consider using natural options. #Nature #playscapes can benefit children in a host of ways - enhanced play thr...ough connection with the environment, stronger immunity and stress resistance, building imagination and creativity. A quick search pulls up a tonne of inspiring ideas for budgets of all sizes (Think logs, stepping stones, rolling hills, ropes) Nature Play CBR share a brilliant guide to help get you started. https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/pr/why-natural-playgrounds #educate #connect #imagine #educationforsustainability #ssnjournal #ssmemberschools #summit #2021sustainabilitysymposium #connectingregionalqueensland #reimagningeducation

10.01.2022 What on earth is a tin dog and how do I get my hands on one? A tin dog is used by farmers to shift mobs of livestock when they dont have a dog of the four-legged kind. Join ACT Historic Places and Floriade this Sunday to make your own handy tin dog. Using a hammer and a nail, kids will make a central hole and creative designs in specially cut metal discs. The discs are then threaded onto a looped piece of wire. When kids shake the wire loop, the metal discs rattle and its this tin dog that helped farmers herd sheep and cattle!

10.01.2022 How well do you Gnome Your Neighbourhood? Where do your walking and bike paths lead to? Where can you find the best playgrounds? Sign up to learn the joy of urban exploring and meet like minded neighbours along the way. To join in create a Gnome Village in your window or front garden for other kids to spot from the street. ... For resources and information: www.bluearth.org/gnomeyourneighbourhood/ Sign up to the event: www.facebook.com/events/326386141762197/

10.01.2022 Has your family invented your very own game? Maybe you play a version of Guess Who where you only describe the players by what foods you think they like? Or perhaps you designed a childhood game where you substituted the letter M at the beginning of every word when you spoke? (Mit meally mrove mour Mother mrazy!) Or maybe you like to run down the stairs followed closely by a wild yoga ball, like The Raiders game invented by the Heelers on our favourite kid's show, Bl...uey? Dont have a family game? Then we challenge you to spend the week coming up with your very own game! #natureplay #natureplaycbr #cbrtogether #playinmay #canberrakids

10.01.2022 Did someone say MAGICAL FAIRY FOREST? Yes! Kids and grown-ups join Sticks and Stones Nature Play during the school holidays for the opportunity to play outdoors with natural materials and create your very own magical fairy forest!

09.01.2022 Calling all Canberra families. Sign up for Meet & Moves Toddler Trails and enjoy exploring some of Canberras best nature reserves!

08.01.2022 Building Kids' Resilience through Play Is More Crucial than Ever It helps with social, emotional, physical and cognitive skillsand with COVID-19, its more important than ever. https://blogs.scientificamerican.com//building-kids-resil/

08.01.2022 OUTDOOR CLASSROOM DAY 2020 We #LoveTheOutdoors and are proud to be delivering Outdoor Classroom Day in Australia as part of the global movement celebrating and inspiring outdoor play and learning! More than just one day, our aim is to get as many children as possible playing and learning outside, every day, with a celebration of outdoor learning and play on Thursday 5 November 2020.... If YOU believe that time outdoors is good for children AND good for the planet , sign up today! https://outdoorclassroomday.com.au/ #OutdoorClassroomDayAustralia #LoveTheOutdoors #NaturePlayCBR

08.01.2022 Thank you to our early childhood educators for nurturing Canberra's young minds each and every day. #EarlyChildhoodEducatorsDay #natureplay #natureplaycbr

07.01.2022 Creating play spaces that use big stumps and rocks and incorporates music and art touches on societys three biggest preoccupations: health, education and the environment. - Adam Bienenstock If you're considering creating your own nature play space, heres our list of elements that will guarantee children have the opportunity to enjoy as much free and unstructured play as they can handle: https://bit.ly/2Ewq2t7 Photo credit: Annie Spratt #NaturePlayCBR #natureplay

06.01.2022 Tired established areas around Canberra are getting a refresh but its this new generation of play spaces that is creating the excitement. Nature-based play spaces provide a means of unconstructed outdoor play, tactile experiences and a connection to nature that encourages physical wellbeing and the development of gross and fine motor skills. The all-abilities play spaces have been popping up in various Canberra suburbs thanks to government and the community teaming up t...o overhaul the ACTs playgrounds. You can find refreshed nature-based play spaces at Giralang, Glebe Park in the City, Farrer, Eddison Park in Woden, Kambah Adventure Playground and the Yerrabi Pond District Park in Gungahlin - scheduled to open next month. https://the-riotact.com/new-generation-of-play-space/388409

06.01.2022 How will your family be active together in 2021? Canberran's are very fortunate to have easy access to an abundance of green spaces and nature reserves. Time spent exploring nature and on bush trails is a wonderful way to bring families together and create special childhood memories.

04.01.2022 Happy National #HPEDay! Australian school children rank among the worst in the world when it comes to their physical activity levels. National Health and Physical Education Day has been designed to raise awareness of, and advocate for, a greater focus of HPE in our schools.... Get on board and celebrate the role of HPE in helping young people lead healthier and happier lives. https://hpeday.com.au/ #NaturePlayCBR #HPEDay ACHPER Inc

04.01.2022 Make a pinwheel like a windmill! Did you know that the Seneschal Windmill dates back to c.1940!! Canberra has so much history waiting for us to discover! When the wind is blowing, the blades of the windmill wheel catch the wind, which turns the rotor, which forces the water up the pipe. Simple! Heres a video from Lanyon Homestead (who re-open tomorrow) of how to make a pinwheel like a windmill. When youre finished, take your pinwheel outside, in your backyard or to the to...p of a hill where theres a breeze and see it spin! For the full video and information and more of Canberra's places to visit: https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/make-a-pinwheel-like-a-win #natureplay #natureplaycbr #autumn #canberra #CBRtogether Lanyon Homestead will reopen to the public on 10 June 2020 From 10-4pm Wed-Sun for outdoor tours only and following social distancing protocols. The Barracks Café will also be open during these times.

03.01.2022 Being outdoors is the single biggest driver of physical activity in kids. Kids are more active when they are outdoors. Thats why Nature Play CBR is championing the Outdoor Classroom Day movement! Will you join us in celebrating taking learning and play outdoors? Find out more and join in! https://bit.ly/33MwCEh #OutdoorClassroomDay #OutdoorClassroomDayAustralia

03.01.2022 What a great excuse to get kids into the garden! Gardening is so good for our kids, it promotes a whole range of senses like the texture of soil, seeds, flowers and petals. Gardening allows them to develop important motor skills that contribute to improving their academic skills such as writing, cutting and typing. Why not try growing tomatoes (also considered a fruit), they are a really easy vegetable to grow along with peas, zucchini and carrots. ... For more ideas and adventures in the garden visit: https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/

03.01.2022 CLIMB A MOUNTAIN THIS WEEKEND! The Canberra Bushwalking Club are encouraging families and kids aged 18 months to 4 years to join them in climbing one of Canberra's favourite mountains, MacArthur Hill located in the Wanniassa Hills Nature Reserve. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please follow the link below to book a spot. https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/toddlers-ascent-of-macarth

01.01.2022 Development Opportunity Join the Victorian Schools Garden Program on Wednesday December the 2nd for a free, two-hour interactive and engaging conference focusing on planning for your 2021 school garden! Whether your school has an established garden program or you're wondering how you can start the smallest of gardens at school, Sowing the Seed will have something for everyone! ... To register visit: https://bit.ly/33gVMvn Environment Education Victoria -EEV #SchoolGarden #STEM #STEAM #Gardening #SowingTheSeed #Sustainability #SustainabilityInSchools #Nature #ConnectingWithNature #EnvironmentEducation #Environment #EEV

01.01.2022 Here is a checklist full of ideas for you, your friends and the family to get started planning your camping extravaganza! To register for the Great Backyard Campout: https://fb.me/e/ZfYnYpMG... To download the checklist: https://www.natureplaycbr.org.au/backyard-camping-checklist #greatbackyardcampout #natureplay #canberra