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SUMMARY:Wild By Nature Village Camp- Spring
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to rediscover your inner wild? Do you want to immerse your family in the wonder and wisdom of nature while learning earth based skills? Do you want your kids to develop a deeper appreciation for living close to nature? \nJoin us this as we gather together to weave our very own village. Bring along your friends\, kids\, parents and grandparents to co-create a magical experience of connection\, fun\, traditional living skills and slowing down in a beautiful bush camp. \nSome feedback from our camp in spring:\n“We left with a deep sense of belonging and community. A connection with earth\, ourselves\, each other”\n“A most amazing\, life altering experience for young and old” \n“From 2 kids saying ‘Do we have to go’ to ‘When is it happening again?- I don’t want to leave!” \n“We had a ball- learned heaps and would recommend to any family” \n“Great way to get the whole family into the bush. Age is no barrier- Just prepare for fun!” \nSo… \nWho is this for?\nEveryone! This is a family friendly\, drug and alcohol free event\, with the program open to all. A true village embraces all ages and faces\, we welcome diversity. \nHow does it work?\nYou arrive with your tent and camping gear to a warm bush welcome. For five days we will explore the natural world around us\, create fire without matches\, make baskets and other earth crafts\, play games\, share stories around the campfire\, laugh and sing\, and take a much needed breath of fresh air. \nEach morning\, kids\, youth and adults will embark on their own adventures\, each group exploring\, playing in and learning from the natural world. While the kids (aged 4+) venture out into the bush with experienced nature connection mentors*\, the adults stay closer around camp to learn earth-based skills and practice nature observation and awareness. Younger children (up to 3 years old) will stay with their parents/carers\, with an optional ‘roo and joey’ program for them to participate in too. Alternatively\, the young kids can stay with their adults while they participate in the adult program.\n*All of our mentors have Working With Children Checks and qualified First Aiders will be on hand should the need arise. \nAround lunchtime\, the kids will return from their adventures and rejoin their families for lunch and a free flowing afternoon. There will be time for village members to play with new friends\, practice their new skills\, share their talents or just chill out. Some might wish to head off for a wander or take some quiet time to rest and relax. \nWhat about food?\nEach family or person will bring their own breakfast\, lunch and snacks. There will be some space for campfire cooking\, but it would be a good idea to bring your own camp cooking equipment. \nWholesome dinners* will be cooked on and shared around the campfire in the evenings\, a space to share stories from our day full of adventures\, sing songs and relax in the atmosphere of the tribe. After the evening program we will head to our swags for a restful sleep to prepare for a new day of fun and adventure! \n*We are able to cater for omnivorous\, vegetarian/vegan\, gluten free and dairy free dietary requirements if notified on booking. If this isn’t you\, you will need to bring extra food to supplement. \nMorning programs\nFor the kids:\nEach morning with the camp mentors\, children and young people (aged 4+) will venture into the bush to experience a free flowing exploration of the surrounding bush. The mentors will guide the children’s play in a safe way and enable each child to connect with the natural world around them. We aim to create a safe space in which the children can listen to their own creativity. We will play games\, immerse in story and song\, wonder at the nature that surrounds us\, find animal tracks\, and learn wild skills such as fire\, shelter and craft. Through this play and exploration\, the kids will drop into a new awareness of the wild world around them\, connecting more deeply with the plants\, the earth\, the animals\, and with each other. \nFor the adults:\nWhile the kids adventure out into the wilds\, the adults will be invited on their own journey of learning and discovery. We will explore earth-based skills and crafts such as fire-by-friction\, string making\, coal burnt spoon crafting and basket weaving. We will also explore the Core Routines of Nature Connection through skills of observation and awareness\, bird language and natural movement. The archetypal ‘wild child’ will come alive through games\, nature play and connective activities. There will also be time to share and listen in circle. \nParticipation in all activities is optional – we encourage individuals to listen to their own needs and follow their own curiosities. \nBookings\nBooking now closed \nAdults (childfree) – early bird $350\, full price $400\nAdults (childfree-concession)- early bird $300\, full price $350\nElders/Adults over 60 on pension- $250 \nParents and carers of participating children – early bird $250\, full price $300\nParents joining their family part time- early bird $250\, full price $300 \nChildren/Young People aged 4-17\nFor 1 child/YP – early bird $300\, full price $350\n2 siblings – early bird $450\, full price $500\n3+ siblings- early bird $500\, full price $550 \nYounger children 1-3 – early bird $50\, full price $100 \nThese prices include camping accommodation\, dinner each night and materials for workshops. \nCancellation Policy\nIf you choose to cancel your booking 15 or more days before the camp starting date; you are entitled to a full refund\, minus a $50 booking fee.\nIf you choose to cancel your booking 3 -14 days prior to camp\, we can refund 50% of your ticket price.\nCancellations within a 48 hour period prior to the event start time cannot be refunded.\nBookings can be transferred to another name anytime before the camp starts\, as long as organisers are informed.\nIf any program is cancelled due to low enrollment\, tickets will be fully refundable or transferable. \nPlease contact Camp Coordinators Melissa Turnbull or Claire Dunn with any questions or enquiries. \nmel@firekeepers.com.au \nclaire@naturesapprentice.com.au
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/wild-by-nature-village-camp-spring-2018/
LOCATION:Gembrook\, Gembrook\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Adults Programs,Camps,Community,Holiday Programs,Home Ed Programs,Rites of Passage,Young Adult
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SUMMARY:Wild By Nature Village Camp Autumn 2018
DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you ready to rediscover your inner wild? Do you want to immerse your family in the wonder and wisdom of nature while learning earth based skills? Do you want your kids to develop a deeper appreciation for living close to nature? \nJoin us this as we gather together to weave our very own village. Bring along your friends\, kids\, parents and grandparents to co-create a magical experience of connection\, fun\, traditional living skills and slowing down in a beautiful bush camp. \nSome feedbck from our last camp in spring:\n“We left with a deep sense of belonging and community. A connection with earth\, ourselves\, each other”\n“A most amazing\, life altering experience for young and old” \n“From 2 kids saying ‘Do we have to go’ to ‘When is it happening again?- I don’t want to leave!” \n“We had a ball- learned heaps and would recommend to any family” \n“Great way to get the whole family into the bush. Age is no barrier- Just prepare for fun!” \nSo… \nWho is this for?\nEveryone! This is a family friendly\, drug and alcohol free event\, with the program open to all. A true village embraces all ages and faces\, we welcome diversity. \nHow does it work?\nYou arrive with your tent and camping gear to a warm bush welcome. For five days we will explore the natural world around us\, create fire without matches\, make baskets and other earth crafts\, play games\, share stories around the campfire\, laugh and sing\, and take a much needed breath of fresh air. \nEach morning\, kids\, youth and adults will embark on their own adventures\, each group exploring\, playing in and learning from the natural world. While the kids (aged 4+) venture out into the bush with experienced nature connection mentors*\, the adults stay closer around camp to learn earth-based skills and practice nature observation and awareness. Younger children (up to 3 years old) will stay with their parents/carers\, with an optional ‘roo and joey’ program for them to participate in too. Alternatively\, the young kids can stay with their adults while they participate in the adult program.\n*All of our mentors have Working With Children Checks and qualified First Aiders will be on hand should the need arise. \nAround lunchtime\, the kids will return from their adventures and rejoin their families for lunch and a free flowing afternoon. There will be time for village members to play with new friends\, practice their new skills\, share their talents or just chill out. Some might wish to head off for a wander or take some quiet time to rest and relax. \nWhat about food?\nEach family or person will bring their own breakfast\, lunch and snacks. There will be some space for campfire cooking\, but it would be a good idea to bring your own camp cooking equipment. \nWholesome dinners* will be cooked on and shared around the campfire in the evenings\, a space to share stories from our day full of adventures\, sing songs and relax in the atmosphere of the tribe. After the evening program we will head to our swags for a restful sleep to prepare for a new day of fun and adventure! \n*We are able to cater for omnivorous\, vegetarian/vegan\, gluten free and dairy free dietary requirements if notified on booking. If this isn’t you\, you will need to bring extra food to supplement. \nMorning programs\nFor the kids:\nEach morning with the camp mentors\, children and young people (aged 4+) will venture into the bush to experience a free flowing exploration of the surrounding bush. The mentors will guide the children’s play in a safe way and enable each child to connect with the natural world around them. We aim to create a safe space in which the children can listen to their own creativity. We will play games\, immerse in story and song\, wonder at the nature that surrounds us\, find animal tracks\, and learn wild skills such as fire\, shelter and craft. Through this play and exploration\, the kids will drop into a new awareness of the wild world around them\, connecting more deeply with the plants\, the earth\, the animals\, and with each other. \nFor the adults:\nWhile the kids adventure out into the wilds\, the adults will be invited on their own journey of learning and discovery. We will explore earth-based skills and crafts such as fire-by-friction\, string making\, coal burnt spoon crafting and basket weaving. We will also explore the Core Routines of Nature Connection through skills of observation and awareness\, bird language and natural movement. The archetypal ‘wild child’ will come alive through games\, nature play and connective activities. There will also be time to share and listen in circle. \nParticipation in all activities is optional – we encourage individuals to listen to their own needs and follow their own curiosities. \nFor more info check out: \nOur Facebook event\nFor bookings head to : www.trybooking.com/TZBY \nPrices include camping accommodation\, dinner each night and materials for workshops \nA 10% Concession discount is available for Health Care Card holders \nCancellation Policy:\nIf you choose to cancel your booking 15 or more days before the camp starting date; you are entitled to a full refund\, minus a $50 booking fee.\nIf you choose to cancel your booking 3 -14 days prior to camp\, we can refund 50% of your ticket price.\nCancellations within a 48 hour period prior to the event start time cannot be refunded.\nBookings can be transferred into another name anytime before the camp starts\, as long as organisers are informed (generally we are onsite 24hrs prior to camp\, and may be out of range).\nIf any program is cancelled due to low enrollment\, tickets will be fully refundable or transferable.
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/wild-by-nature-village-camp-autumn-2018/
LOCATION:Gembrook\, Gembrook\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Adults Programs,Camps,Community,Holiday Programs,Young Adult
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SUMMARY:Creating Connection to Place- Nature Art
DESCRIPTION:Join artist\, teacher and nature connection mentor Claire Mosley for an exploration of ephemeral art in nature these holidays. \nCome explore the Darebin Parklands through the creative eyes this Nature Play Week. \nSee the bush differently\, create some artwork\, explore patterns in nature\, learn some new games\, meet some new friends and have a lot of fun out in our urban bush.\nThis drop and leave program is for 6-12 year olds. Kids need to bring a backpack with water\, snacks\, raincoat and a picnic lunch for the end. \nSpecial Nature Play Week session on Wednesday 4th April\, 10am – 1pm 🙂 Bookings essential. www.trybooking.com/URSM \nThrough our nature clubs\, workshops and family camps we provide opportunities for people to connect to each other\, the natural world and a like-minded community. Children are nurtured to develop their enquiring minds and deepen their wonder and respect for the natural world.
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/creating-connection-to-place-nature-art/
LOCATION:Darebin Parklands
CATEGORIES:Holiday Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Firekeepers":MAILTO:villagecamp@firekeepers.com.au
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SUMMARY:Nature Connection in the Parklands
DESCRIPTION:It’s Nature Play Week! You are invited to explore Darebin Parklands to deepen your nature connection and natural curiosity with us these school holidays.\nJoin nature connection mentors\, Claire Dunn and Steph Brophy to explore\, wander along the creek\, climb the bluestone\, taste some bush foods\, listen for the language of birds\, practice the art of camouflage and sneaking skills to get a closer look at animals\, follow tracks\, to discover more about the plants\, birds and creatures that share the city with us. \nOur family friendly nature connection sessions are aimed at 4-11 year olds. Parent participation is optional. While younger siblings may attend at no cost\, they will need to be supervised by their parents/guardians. Kids need to bring a backpack with water\, snacks\, raincoat and a picnic lunch for the end. \nSpecial Nature Play Week session on Wednesday 4th April\, 10am – 1pm 🙂 Bookings essential. www.trybooking.com/URSJ \nThrough our nature clubs\, workshops and family camps we provide opportunities for people to connect to each other\, the natural world and a like-minded community. Children are nurtured to develop their enquiring minds and deepen their wonder and respect for the natural world. \nA bit more about your facilitators: \nClaire Dunn is a writer\, educator\, and barefoot explorer. Claire worked for many years as an environmental campaigner with organisations such as The Wilderness Society\, before turning her attention to the human-nature connection. In 2010\, Claire embarked on a year of bush living. My Year Without Matches: Escaping the the City in Search of the Wild is a memoir of that journey. Claire facilitates nature-based reconnection retreats and contemporary wilderness rites of passage. \nSteph Brophy is inspired by the magic of people and nature. After working\, living and learning abroad for several years\, she returned to Melbourne to rediscover the land she grew up on. Steph has long loved camping and bushwalking and has found joy in deepening her connection to nature\, community and herself through earth-based skills and awareness. Steph has experience teaching and working with children both in classrooms and in wild nature\, and loves to help nurture their inner curiosity and wildness. She is currently finding inspiration through her studies of the Steiner teaching philosophy.
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/nature-connection-in-the-parklands/
LOCATION:Darebin Parklands
CATEGORIES:Holiday Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Firekeepers":MAILTO:villagecamp@firekeepers.com.au
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SUMMARY:Wild by Nature Village Camp Summer 2018
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to rediscover your inner wild? Do you want to immerse your family in the wonder and wisdom of nature while learning earth based skills? Do you want your kids to develop a deeper appreciation for living close to nature? \nJoin us this as we gather together to weave our very own village. Bring along your friends\, kids\, parents and grandparents to co-create a magical experience of connection\, fun\, traditional living skills and slowing down in a beautiful bush camp. \nSome feedbck from our last camp in spring:\n“We left with a deep sense of belonging and community. A connection with earth\, ourselves\, each other”\n“A most amazing\, life altering experience for young and old” \n“From 2 kids saying ‘Do we have to go’ to ‘When is it happening again?- I don’t want to leave!” \n“We had a ball- learned heaps and would recommend to any family” \n“Great way to get the whole family into the bush. Age is no barrier- Just prepare for fun!” \nSo… \nWho is this for?\nEveryone! This is a family friendly\, drug and alcohol free event\, with the program open to all. A true village embraces all ages and faces\, we welcome diversity. \nHow does it work?\nYou arrive with your tent and camping gear to a warm bush welcome. For five days we will explore the natural world around us\, create fire without matches\, make baskets and other earth crafts\, play games\, share stories around the campfire\, laugh and sing\, and take a much needed breath of fresh air. \nEach morning\, kids\, youth and adults will embark on their own adventures\, each group exploring\, playing in and learning from the natural world. While the kids (aged 4+) venture out into the bush with experienced nature connection mentors*\, the adults stay closer around camp to learn earth-based skills and practice nature observation and awareness. Younger children (up to 3 years old) will stay with their parents/carers\, with an optional ‘roo and joey’ program for them to participate in too. Alternatively\, the young kids can stay with their adults while they participate in the adult program.\n*All of our mentors have Working With Children Checks and qualified First Aiders will be on hand should the need arise. \nAround lunchtime\, the kids will return from their adventures and rejoin their families for lunch and a free flowing afternoon. There will be time for village members to play with new friends\, practice their new skills\, share their talents or just chill out. Some might wish to head off for a wander or take some quiet time to rest and relax. \nWhat about food?\nEach family or person will bring their own breakfast\, lunch and snacks. There will be some space for campfire cooking\, but it would be a good idea to bring your own camp cooking equipment. \nWholesome dinners* will be cooked on and shared around the campfire in the evenings\, a space to share stories from our day full of adventures\, sing songs and relax in the atmosphere of the tribe. After the evening program we will head to our swags for a restful sleep to prepare for a new day of fun and adventure! \n*We are able to cater for omnivorous\, vegetarian/vegan\, gluten free and dairy free dietary requirements if notified on booking. If this isn’t you\, you will need to bring extra food to supplement. \nMorning programs\nFor the kids:\nEach morning with the camp mentors\, children and young people (aged 4+) will venture into the bush to experience a free flowing exploration of the surrounding bush. The mentors will guide the children’s play in a safe way and enable each child to connect with the natural world around them. We aim to create a safe space in which the children can listen to their own creativity. We will play games\, immerse in story and song\, wonder at the nature that surrounds us\, find animal tracks\, and learn wild skills such as fire\, shelter and craft. Through this play and exploration\, the kids will drop into a new awareness of the wild world around them\, connecting more deeply with the plants\, the earth\, the animals\, and with each other. \nFor the adults:\nWhile the kids adventure out into the wilds\, the adults will be invited on their own journey of learning and discovery. We will explore earth-based skills and crafts such as fire-by-friction\, string making\, coal burnt spoon crafting and basket weaving. We will also explore the Core Routines of Nature Connection through skills of observation and awareness\, bird language and natural movement. The archetypal ‘wild child’ will come alive through games\, nature play and connective activities. There will also be time to share and listen in circle. \nParticipation in all activities is optional – we encourage individuals to listen to their own needs and follow their own curiosities. \nFor more info check out: \nOur Facebook event\nFor bookings head to : www.trybooking.com/SWSD\nEarlybird tickets available until Wednesday 20th December\, after that all tickets will increase by $50 \nThese prices include camping accommodation\, dinner each night and materials for workshops
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/wild-by-nature-village-camp-summer-2018/
LOCATION:Gembrook\, Gembrook\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Adults Programs,Camps,Community,Holiday Programs,Young Adult
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SUMMARY:Summer Wild Ones 2018
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to explore Darebin parklands and share your natural curiosity with us these school holidays.\nWander through the trees\, learn some new games\, practice your sneaking skills to get a closer look at animals\, listen for the language of the birds\, follow tracks\, discover more about the plants\, birds and creatures that share the city with us. \nThese family friendly nature connection sessions are aimed at 4-11 year olds. Parent participation is optional. While younger siblings may attend at no cost with their parents/guardians. Bring a backpack with water\, snacks\, raincoat and a picnic lunch for the end. \nSessions on Thursday 11th and Tuesday 16th January\, 10am – 1pm. Come for one day or both 🙂 Bookings essential. www.trybooking.com/TDXS \nThrough our nature clubs\, workshops and family camps we provide opportunities for people to connect to each other\, the natural world and a like-minded community. Children are nurtured to develop their enquiring minds and deepen their wonder and respect for the natural world.
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/summer-wild-ones-2018/
LOCATION:Darebin Parklands
CATEGORIES:Holiday Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Firekeepers":MAILTO:villagecamp@firekeepers.com.au
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SUMMARY:Wild By Nature Village Camp Spring 2017
DESCRIPTION:See feature article in Weekend Notes! \nAre you ready to rediscover your inner wild? Do you want to immerse your family in the wonder and wisdom of nature while learning earth based skills? Do you want your kids to develop a deeper appreciation for living close to nature? \nJoin us this October as we gather together to weave our very own village. Bring along your friends\, kids\, parents and grandparents to co-create a magical experience of connection\, fun\, traditional living skills and slowing down in a beautiful bush camp. \nSounds great!- Where do I sign up? \nWho is this for? \nEveryone! This is a family friendly\, drug and alcohol free event\, with the program open to all. A true village embraces all ages and faces\, and we welcome diversity. \nHow does it work? \nYou arrive with your tent and camping gear to a warm bush welcome. For five days we will explore the natural world around us\, create fire without matches\, make baskets and other earth crafts\, play games\, share stories around the campfire\, laugh and sing\, and take a much needed breath of fresh air. \nEach morning\, kids\, youth and adults will embark on their own adventures\, each group exploring\, playing in and learning from the natural world. While the kids (aged 4+) venture out into the bush with experienced nature connection mentors\, the adults stay closer around camp to learn earth-based skills and practise nature observation and awareness. Younger children (up to 3 years old) will stay with their parents/carers\, with an optional ‘roo and joey’ program for them to participate in too. Alternatively\, the young kids can stay with their adults while they participate in the adult program. \nAround lunchtime\, the kids will return from their adventures and rejoin their families for lunch and a free flowing afternoon. There will be time for village members to play with new friends\, practice their new skills\, share their talents or just chill out. Some might wish to head off for a wander or take some quiet time to rest and relax. \nWhat about food? \nEach family or person will bring their own breakfast\, lunch and snacks. There will be some space for campfire cooking\, but it would be a good idea to bring your own camp cooking equipment. \nWholesome dinners* will be cooked on and shared around the campfire in the evenings\, a space to share stories from our day full of adventures\, sing songs and relax in the atmosphere of the tribe. After the evening program we will head to our swags for a restful sleep to prepare for a new day of fun and adventure! \n*We are able to cater for omnivorous\, vegetarian/vegan\, gluten free and dairy free dietary requirements if notified on booking. If this isn’t you\, you will need to bring extra food to supplement. \nMorning programs \nFor the kids: \nEach morning with the camp mentors\, children (aged 4+) will venture into the bush to experience a free flowing exploration of the surrounding bush.  The mentors will guide the children’s play in a safe way and enable each child to connect with the natural world around them. We aim to create a safe space in which the children can listen to their own creativity.  We will play games\, immerse in story and song\, wonder at the nature that surrounds us\, find animal tracks\, and learn wild skills such as fire\, shelter and craft. Through this play and exploration\, the kids will drop into a new awareness of the wild world around them\, connecting more deeply with the plants\, the earth\, the animals\, and with each other. \nFor the adults: \nWhile the kids adventure out into the wilds\, the adults will be invited on their own journey of learning and discovery. We will explore earth-based skills and crafts such as fire-by-friction\, string making\, coal burnt spoon crafting and basket weaving. We will also explore the Core Routines of Nature Connection through skills of observation and awareness\, bird language and natural movement. The archetypal ‘wild child’ will come alive through games\, nature play and connective activities. There will also be time to share and listen in circle. \nParticipation in all activities is optional – we encourage individuals to listen to their own needs and follow their own curiosities.  We invite the village to come together under the principles of  sovereignty\, synergy and sacredness. Child friendly\, drug and alcohol free environment. Pets will need to stay at home. \nLocation and details \nWild by Nature village camp is to be located at Rowallan Scout Camp in Riddles Creek\, about an hour north of  Melbourne. \nOn Wednesday 4 October\, arrival day\, we will gather together in the afternoon and settle in. That night\, we will share our first meal and prepare for Thursday’s activities. Campers will arrive and set up between 1-3pm. We will gather together for a welcome around 4pm and share dinner at 6pm. \nFrom Thursday through Sunday\, our days will follow the schedule outlined above. \nOn the afternoon of Sunday 8 October\, it will be time to go our separate ways\, each taking back with us our own wild nature and a beautiful memory of village connectedness. Departure time will be 2pm \nIdeally village members will stay for the whole camp\, relaxing deeper each day into the village rhythm. However\, for this camp\, there are a limited number of Wednesday to Friday and Weekend only tickets available. Wednesday to Friday villagers will arrive Wednesday with the village and leave Friday afternoon. Weekend village members will be invited to arrive Friday afternoon or evening\, sharing their first meal with us Friday night\, and will depart Sunday afternoon with the village. \nFacilities \nThe scout camp provides toilets and hot showers. There are limited cooking facilities and campfire cooking\, but villagers will need to bring their own camp cooking equipment. Cars will be parked nearby and some campsites will be available for car campings. \nCost  \nGrab tickets now! \nFor the full camp (Wednesday to Sunday) – Early bird prices until 20 August \nAdults (childfree) – early bird $300\, full price $350\nParents and carers of participating children – early bird $200\, full price $250 \nChildren aged 4-16\nFor 1 child – early bird $250\, full price $300\n2 siblings – early bird $400\, full price $450\n3+ siblings- early bird $500\, full price $550 \nYounger children 1-3 $50 \nThese prices include camping accommodation\, dinner each night and materials for workshops. \nPart camp tickets (Wednesday to Friday and Weekend only) \nAdults (childfree) – early bird $200\, full price $250\nParents and carers of participating children – early bird $120\, full price $170 \nChildren aged 4-16\nFor 1 child – early bird $150\, full price $200.\n2 siblings – early bird $250\, full price $300\n3+ siblings- early bird $300\, full price $350\nYounger children 1-3 $50 \nWe look forward to sharing the experience with you. \nTake me to the ticketing website! \nCancellation Policy\nIf you choose to cancel your booking 15 or more days before the camp starting date; you are entitled to a full refund\, minus a $50 booking fee.\nIf you choose to cancel your booking 3 -14 days prior to camp\, we can refund 50% of your ticket price.\nCancellations within a 48 hour period prior to the event start time cannot be refunded.\nBookings can be transferred to another name anytime before the camp starts\, as long as organisers are informed.\nIf any program is cancelled due to low enrollment\, tickets will be fully refundable or transferable. \nPlease contact Camp Coordinators Melissa Turnbull or Claire Dunn with any questions or enquiries. \nmel@firekeepers.com.au \nclaire@naturesapprentice.com.au
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/wild-by-nature-village-camp-spring-2017/
LOCATION:Riddles Creek
CATEGORIES:Adults Programs,Camps,Community,Currawong Kids,Holiday Programs,Young Adult
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20170707T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20170714T230000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232137
CREATED:20170611T064744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170611T072826Z
UID:1783-1499457600-1500073200@www.firekeepers.com.au
SUMMARY:Winter WIldlings
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to explore Darebin parklands and share your natural curiosity with us these school holidays.\nWander through the trees\, learn some new games\, practice your sneaking skills to get a closer look at animals\, listen for the language of the birds\, follow tracks\, discover more about the plants\, birds and creatures that share the city with us. \nThese family friendly nature connection sessions are aimed at 4-11 year olds. While younger siblings may attend at no cost\, they will be the responsibility of their parents/guardians. Other parent participation is optional. Bring a backpack with water\, snacks\, raincoat and a picnic lunch for the end. \nSessions on Fri 7th\, Mon 10th and Fri 14th July\, 10am – 1pm. Come for one day or all three 🙂 Bookings essential. www.trybooking.com/QKFQ \n1 child $40\n2 siblings $75\n3+ siblings $90\nConcessions available (15%) \n 
URL:https://www.firekeepers.com.au/event/winter-wildlings/
LOCATION:Darebin Parklands
CATEGORIES:Holiday Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Mel Turnbull (Firekeepers)":MAILTO:mel@firekeepers.com.au
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