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Festival Opening Picnic

Carrick Hill

Celebrate the launch of Nature Festival 2023 at with some sneak peaks into the festival ahead, live music and delicious food!

Sep 30
at
12:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Sep 30
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Parklands Loop Collective (PLC)

Adelaide Himeji Garden

Walk, run or ride a loop around the Adelaide CBD through our unique Parklands!

Oct 1
at
9:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
Free
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Botanical Imprints: Exploring Nature's Patterns on Fabric and Paper

Curiosity Cafe

Explore printing on fabric and paper using items from nature.

Oct 1
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
50
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
50
Free
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Connection to Place, the Nature of Home

Roy Marten Reserve

We’ll work with personal representations and look at how the labyrinth can be a path of both insight and meaning.

Oct 1
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
10
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
10
Free
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Stretch, Breathe & Sip - Wellbeing for the Frontline

Port Lincoln Yoga Studio (entrance off Washington Street)

Support for those always supporting others. Nourish your body, mind, breath and nervous system -with yoga, breath, community...and coffee :)

Oct 1
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Spring, Sausages and Seedlings

Marino Conservation Park

Celebrate spring with a guided tour of the park’s fabulous Botanical Trail; get up close to the unique plants of the coastal heath.

Oct 1
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Port River Eco Walk

Port Adelaide Visitor Information Centre

Join a guided walk of the Port River and learn about the river habitats and life forms.

Oct 1
at
10:30 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
10
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
10
Free
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Walk in Aldinga Conservation Park with Friends of Aldinga Scrub

Aldinga Conservation Park

Join us for a springtime walk in our beautiful Aldinga Conservation Park

Oct 1
at
10:30 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Start at the Gallery: Nest

Art Gallery of South Australia

Enter the world of The Nest creatively collaborating in art making, music, performances and movement inspired by the nature of your 'nest' home.

Oct 1
at
11:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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André & Poh - The Nature of Home, through cuisine

Lost Phoenix Farm

Join Poh and André on reflections of their cultural home and identity through cuisine.

Oct 1
at
12:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
135
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
135
Free
Donation
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Babakiueria Community Day: Ruled Us, Ruled Us, Ruled Us

Museum of Economic Botany

A specially commissioned offsite project by Brad Darkson.

Oct 1
at
12:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
Free
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COME HOME TO FORAGING I: Spring Wild foraging, food and nature connection

Sturt Gorge

Wild foraging for food is an evolutionary birthrite. Join us to awaken your inner forager in the Adelaide hills.

Oct 1
at
1:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
88
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
88
Free
Donation
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Weaving homes in the wetlands: the spiders of Oaklands Wetland

Oaklands Education Centre, north-west end of Oaklands Wetland, near the skate carpark

While some people fear them, spiders are incredible little creatures who play an indispensable role in the balance of an ecosystem

Oct 1
at
1:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Kaurna cultural activities and walk on country

Mitcham Reserve

Always wanted to learn about Kaurna culture? Join us in learning about 'place' with a Kaurna presenter on Kaurna Country.

Oct 1
at
1:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
28
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
28
Free
Donation
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Kangaroo Island Wildlife Carnival 2023

Kangaroo Island Wool

Our Carnival is a celebration of our community's environment, wildlife & our community's role as its guardians. We hope you will join us.

Oct 1
at
2:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
45
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
45
Free
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Flower Crowns and High Tea @ The Sanctuary, Yundi

The Sanctuary

Wander, gather, create and indulge in private, pristine nature - feel at home at OUR nature home.

Oct 1
at
2:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
35
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
35
Free
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Create Your Own Seed Mandalas

Campbelltown Library

Join us for this creative session to Create your own Seed Mandala design using products from nature.

Oct 1
at
2:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
10
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
10
Free
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Our Marine Home: What is the state of our ocean home, and how can we support it?

State Library of South Australia, Hetzel Lecture Room

What is the state of our ocean home, and how can we support it? Join panelists including British-Australian environmental explorer, adventurer, climber, author and documentary filmmaker Tim Jarvis.

Oct 1
at
4:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
Free
Donation
Oct 1
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Birds of the Byards Road Wetlands, with our Bird Lover in Residence

Happy Valley/Reynella East Wetlands (Byards Road)

Join Nature Festival's Bird Lover in Residence, Hugh Possingham as he explores the birds of home, at the beautiful Byards Road Wetlands.

Oct 2
at
8:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
Free
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Art & Invertebrates on KI

Near D'Estrees Bay, Kangaroo Island

Balance your left & right brain with a morning of art & science hosted by an entomologist & artist on their 600-acre heritage bush property.

Oct 2
at
9:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
70
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
70
Free
Donation
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Nature Glenelg Trust's Grand Tour: Day 1 - Adelaide & Fleurieu Peninsula

Oaklands Wetland Reserve AND Stipiturus Conservation Park

Join Nature Glenelg Trust ecologists, Traditional Custodians and other partners as we explore projects protecting threatened fish and restoring Fleurieu Swamps.

Oct 2
at
9:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Creating With Wool: An Introduction to Wet Felting

Tanglewood Studio

Wool plus water, soap and elbow grease = beautiful handmade felt. Learn the basic skill then make unique accessories, garments, or artworks.

Oct 2
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
140
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
140
Free
Donation
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Children's Workshop - Seed Planting with Charlie Zammit

Carrick Hill

Join Charlie Zammit from Charlie's Patch for a fun 1-hour seed planting workshop with take home item. Suitable for ages 5 - 11

Oct 2
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
25
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
25
Free
Donation
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Harmony in Nature. Embracing Home with Tai Chi in Australia - Grange Beach

Grange Sailing Club ️

Improving physical and mental health by connecting to nature and community.

Oct 2
at
10:30 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Guided Walk through Laratinga Wetland

Laratinga Wetlands

Come and see and hear about the award winning Laratinga Wetland and the vast biodiversity it hosts!

Oct 2
at
10:30 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Harmony in the Forest with Gary Isaacs

Sinclair's Gully Winery - Adelaide Hills

Escape in our mystical candlebark forest, as we weave stories and song of nature and home. Imagine sharing a wine with your family and friends, as the music drifts through the forest and transports you to another place and time.

Oct 2
at
1:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
20
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
20
Free
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Native orchid exploration @ The Sanctuary, Yundi

Yundi

Wander and delight in the abundant and delicate native orchids during golden hour at The Sanctuary, Yundi. A private National Park Sanctuary

Oct 2
at
2:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
35
Free
Donation
Oct 2
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
35
Free
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Birds of Belair National Park, with our Bird Lover in Residence

Belair National Park

Join Nature Festival's Bird Lover in Residence, Hugh Possingham, as he explores the birds of home, at always popular Belair National Park.

Oct 3
at
8:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Family Cultural and Nature Walk with Uncle Tamaru and Nature Play SA

Morialta Conservation Park - Morialta Resource Centre

Take a walk with Uncle Tamaru and Nature Play SA to discover the plants, wildlife and cultural significance of Morialta Conservation Park.

Oct 3
at
9:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
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$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
Free
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Outdoor and Nature Based Play including Nature Trail Scavenger Hunt

Findon Community Centre

Have fun finding special things like pinecones, leaves, small rocks and even butterflies.

Oct 3
at
9:15 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Stockade Botanic Park - which plant is that? plus Nature Scavenger Hunt

Stockade Botanical Park

Enjoy the scenic nature of Stockade Park while learning about the different native plants and take one home for your own garden!

Oct 3
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Nature Glenelg Trust's Grand Tour: Day 2 - Eastern Mt Lofty Ranges

Frahn's Farm, near Monarto

This is your chance to join NGT and others, as we learn all about Bio.R’s large-scale woodland restoration project underway at Frahns Farm, Monarto.

Oct 3
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Dreamcatcher Making

Join us for this creative kids program at the Cove Civic Centre making dreamcatchers inspired by nature, bringing the outdoors into the home

Oct 3
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Are Ancient Plants Our Future?

Cascade Fountain, Adelaide Botanic Garden

Join paleobotanist and Botanic Gardens Deputy Director Dr Leonie Scriven and urban horticulturist Dr Tim Johnson for an enjoyable stroll in Adelaide Botanic Garden to see some living fossils and hear how they can be of benefit in urban parks and gardens.

Oct 3
at
10:30 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
5
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
5
Free
Donation
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Coastal Custodians

Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve

Coastal custodians showcases to children the reasons why they should protect the coastal environment. Through fun and games, participants will explore how and why we need to take care of the coastal environment.

Oct 3
at
10:30 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
5
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
5
Free
Donation
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Bush tucker artefacts workshop

Ngutungka West Lakes

Get up close and learn about Aboriginal artefacts, tools and learn about native bush tucker plants.

Oct 3
at
11:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Beach Detectives at Aldinga

Snapper Point

A beach ramble discovering the creatures, plants and other treasures that wash up on the shoreline and live on the reef.

Oct 3
at
12:30 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
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Nature wand activity – Adelaide City Libraries

Gawler Place Canopy

Make some room on the broom and fly down to the Gawler Place Canopy to share stories, spells and magical nature craft activity.

Oct 3
at
1:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
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Backyard Artist Studio: Native flower Lino Printing workshop

STUDIO XXVI

Learn how to make a beautiful native flower lino print in my beloved backyard studio.

Oct 3
at
1:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
85
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
85
Free
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Hollows for Habitat

Mount Barker Community Library

Learn why tree hollows are essential homes for our native wildlife, and build your own nesting box to take home!

Oct 3
at
2:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Just Eat Plants! With Rebecca Stonor

19 On Green Community Centre

A plant based, vegan cooking class with Rebecca Stonor - to celebrate nature and all it has to offer.

Oct 3
at
2:30 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
5
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
5
Free
Donation
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On Growing Native Plants!

The Stable Macclesfield

Attend a session on native plants specific to the area. Learn how to grow them, when, where and why!

Oct 3
at
6:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
15
Free
Donation
Oct 3
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
15
Free
Donation
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Tea Trail: Australian Tea Experience

Carriageway Park / Tuthangga (Park 17)

Embark on a unique tea adventure in the Adelaide Parklands, you'll visit three locations over three days and savour thematic tea selections

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
15
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
15
Free
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Warrawong2U wildlife experience

Civic (Woodville) Library

Get up close and personal with some of the native wildlife from Warrawong Sanctuary.

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
Free
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Marvelous Marine Life in Whyalla Marina

Whyalla Public Library

Hands on marine activities and craft-ivities with Marine Janine

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Folland Park Nature and History Walk

Folland Park Reserve, meet at the gate on Turnbull Road next to the Kindergarten

Come along as City of Port Adelaide Enfield open the gates to a hidden gem in our city, and enjoy a guided nature walk through Folland Park.

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Creating Space - Eco art therapy

Port Noarlunga

Mindful art making to create space in your life

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Oct 4, 7
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
50
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Oct 4, 7
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
50
Free
Donation
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Children's Workshop - Make Your Own Enchanted Terrarium

Carrick Hill

Join Charlie's Patch for a 1-hour workshop making your own take home enchanted terrarium.

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
25
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
25
Free
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Nature Glenelg Trust's Grand Tour: Day 3 - Upper South East

Eaglehawk Waterhole Restoration Reserve, Bangham

Let’s explore restored woodlands, home to the south-eastern Red-tailed Black-cockatoo and many other woodland bird species, at NGT’s Eaglehawk Waterhole Restoration Reserve, Bangham.

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Meet the Bugs

Walkerville Town Hall

Explore the world of bugs and get a close-up encounter with insects, spiders, worms, and snails.

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
2
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
2
Free
Donation
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Birds of St Peter's Billabong, with our Bird Lover in Residence

St. Peters Billabong

Join Nature Festival's Bird Lover in Residence, Hugh Possingham, as he explores the birds of home, at the unique St Peter's Billabong.

Oct 4
at
10:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Storytelling in the Circulating Library

Insitute Building, Circulating Library

Join us in the historic Circulating Library for a nature storytelling session.

Oct 4
at
11:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Wetland Wildlife Wonders

Pakapakanthi (Victoria Park) Wetlands

A wander around Pakapakanthi (Victoria Park) Wetlands to discover the native plants and animals that call this place home.

Oct 4
at
11:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Carrick Hill "In Bloom" House Tour with Sky Allen

Carrick Hill

Join Sky Allen of Arcadia aquatic for an exclusive 1-hour guided walking tour of her Carrick Hill "In Bloom" floral exhibition.

Oct 4
at
1:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
17
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
17
Free
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Backyard Artist Studio: Watercolour Wildflowers

STUDIO XXVI

Make a wildflower painting in watercolours! Explore the different brushstokes. Beginners welcome. Anyone can be a nature artist.

Oct 4
at
2:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
35
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
35
Free
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Powering Change Together

Mitcham Memorial Library

Accelerating renewable energy transition for the community.

Oct 4
at
6:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Plant Kin: Tracing Home through Food, Seed and Medicine

Oddio

Plants are family too! Join an evening of storytelling to remember the deep connections we share with our ancestral food + medicine plants.

Oct 4
at
6:00 pm
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
20
Free
Donation
Oct 4
Self-guided
Multiple
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$
20
Free
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Wilpena Womens Weekend - Yoga & Hiking Retreat

Wilpena Pound Resort Glamping Tents

Four days to help you feel connected, restored and transformed, with a deeper sense of place and belonging, on Country and in life.

Oct 5
at
7:00 am
Oct 5-8
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 5
Oct 5-8
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Birds of the Inman River Walk, with our Bird Lover in Residence

Canton Place, further details provided before event

Join Nature Festival's Bird Lover in Residence, Hugh Possingham, as he explores the birds of home, along the Inman River, Victor Harbor.

Oct 5
at
8:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 5
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Seed to Table: Enfield's Community Garden Open Day

Enfield Community Garden

Come and learn how to grow your own bush tucker and techniques in growing other home grown foods.

Oct 5
at
9:00 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
Donation
Oct 5
Self-guided
Multiple
Event has passed
$
Free
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Compost and Worm Farming Workshop

Bower Cottages Community Centre

Composting is an organic and inexpensive way to transform garden or food waste into nutritious and fertile soil.

Oct 5
at
9:30 am
Anytime (Self-guided)
Multiple sessions
Event has passed
$
Free
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Pollination craft

Surrey Downs Community Centre

Join ecologist and educator, Bianca Amato in making art inspired by bees, butterflies, bats, and flowers.

Oct 5
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3
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Explore and Preserve: Biodiversity Walk and Nature Activities at South Para Reservoir

South Para Reservoir Reserve

Walk and learn about biodiversity as we protect our reservoir with bush care and nature survey activities at South Para Reservoir Reserve.

Oct 5
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Nature Play Festival

Barossa Bushgardens

Connecting children with the environment through lots of fun, nature-based outdoor activities.

Oct 5
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Backyard Artist Studio: Printing with the Sun

STUDIO XXVI

Welcome to the wondrous world of blue printing! You will take home 5 Artworks using plants to make prints. Everyone can do it.

Oct 5
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45
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Nature Glenelg Trust's Grand Tour: Day 4 - Lower South East

Mount Burr Swamp Restoration Reserve, Mt McIntyre

Come along and immerse yourself in wetlands restored in 2016 and 2023 at NGT’s Mt Burr Swamp Restoration Reserve, home to nationally threatened species of fish, frogs, birds and mammals.

Oct 5
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Tree Treats of the Forest Guided Tree Walk

Clarence Park Community Centre

Free Guided Tree Walk lead by a local resident. Visiting a range of historic trees in the local area.

Oct 5
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Caring for bandicoots and their habitat

Nixon-Skinner Conservation Park

Learn about the southern brown bandicoot, where they live and how you can support bandicoot conservation, including managing their habitat.

Oct 5
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Nature's Intricacies: Drawing Native Plants

Greenacres Library

Science, nature and art come together in this session. Learn how to dissect a plant and draw a technical illustration.

Oct 5
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Creating Cooler, Greener, more liveable gardens

Noel Lothian Hall

Join Sophie Thomson to look at how to transform your garden into a cool and liveable oasis, providing food and a habitat for wildlife.

Oct 5
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97
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Native Bee Workshop

Brighton Community Centre

A family-friendly workshop to learn more about the special role of native bees.

Oct 5
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10
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Writing Nature

Adelaide Botanic Garden Barber Shop Rotunda

Relaxed creative writing session designed to help people observe the living world in new ways.

Oct 5
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25
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Nature of our Urban Home: how Greater Adelaide can support the biodiversity and climate crisis

State Library of South Australia, Hetzel Lecture Room

Join panelists including Costa Georgiadis to discuss how Greater Adelaide can support the biodiversity and climate crisis.

Oct 5
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Grindells Hut Artist Residency Panel

The Joinery

Four Grindells Hut Resident Artists share their experiences and consider the impact of nature and landscape on their practice.

Oct 5
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Farm Boys

Grange Surf Life Saving Club

Join Paul West for the Adelaide premiere of Farm Boys - the world's only hardcore surfing and gardening show!

Oct 5
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5
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Birds of home - A science-comedy-music show

The Science Exchange

With music, comedy and science, this show will explore the incredible lives of the local birds we take for granted until we leave home.

Oct 5
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15
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Nature by Night at Tangari Regional Park

Tangari Regional Park

A wander around Tangari Regional Park discovering the creatures of the night.

Oct 5
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Connecting to the nature in Naracoorte Caves National Park

Naracoorte Caves National Park - Wonambi Fossil Centre

Learn about the plants and animals of Naracoorte Caves National Park on a guided walk.

Oct 6
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Birds of Patawalonga Creek and Wetlands, with our Bird Lover in Residence

West Beach Parks Football Centre (walks on adjacent land)

Join Nature Festival's Bird Lover in Residence, Hugh Possingham, as he explores the birds of home, at Patawalonga Creek and Wetlands.

Oct 6
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Nature Glenelg Trust's Grand Tour: Day 5 - South West Victoria

Long Swamp, Discovery Bay Coastal Park AND Mount Vandyke Restoration Reserve, Drumborg

Experience NGT’s coastal wetland restoration project at Long Swamp, and then take a rare look at grassland restoration behind the new predator-proof fence at NGT’s Mt Vandyke Restoration Reserve.

Oct 6
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Tea Trail: English High Tea Experience

Pioneer Women's Memorial Garden

Embark on a unique tea adventure in the Adelaide Parklands, you'll visit three locations over three days and savour thematic tea selections.

Oct 6
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Rare plants: draw with me - artist led workshop with Louise Flaherty

Trees For Life Betty Westwood Nursery

Get up close and personal to some of South Australia's rare plants with artist, Louise Flaherty at the beautiful Westwood Nursery.

Oct 6
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10
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Planting seeds for a healthier future

Whyalla Public Library

Learn about organic planting, plant your own seeds and cuttings to take home

Oct 6
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Nature journaling workshop

Walkerville Town Hall

Discover the art of nature journaling as Jenny leads a workshop filled with storytelling, drawing exercises, and a walk to the River Torrens

Oct 6
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Paper Pots and Seed Sowing Children's Workshop

Goodman Building Lecture Theatre

Looking for a way to build your child's connection with nature? Give them the opportunity to grow and care for seeds using materials found a

Oct 6
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15
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A Day in the Park

Valley Lakes/Ketla Malpi Conservation Park

Be part of history in the launch of only the second Climatewatch trail in South Australia.

Oct 6
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Composting Workshop

Barossa Bushgardens

Learn the recipe to create healthy compost. Get dirty and help us create a miniature compost bay.

Oct 6
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Flower Crowns Children's Workshop

Goodman Building Lecture Theatre

Making floral crowns is a fun, easy and mindful kid-friendly garden activity to get your children connected to their local environments.

Oct 6
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Exploring nature connections

Carriageway Park / Tuthangga (Park 17)

Building on Shirin Yoku, or Japanese Forest Bathing, this nature therapy guided walk is intended to further explore connecting to nature

Oct 6
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45
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Pampering Workshops at ‘Patty Possum’s Pamper Parlour’

'Berawinnia'

Indulge yourself in a pamper experience like no other at Patty Possum's Pamper Parlour.

Oct 6
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120
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The landscapes within and with us: How can we learn from First Nations' food systems

State Library of South Australia, Hetzel Lecture Room

Panel with artist Brad Darkson, chef Norni Bero, artist Damien Coultard and elder Angelena Harradine Buckskin celebrating the deep-rooted traditions of indigenous art and culinary practices.

Oct 6
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Discussion: On Collaboration, Consumption & Care

Art Gallery of South Australia

Join South Australian visual artists Heidi Kenyon and Henry Wolff for a discussion with nationally acclaimed author and plant studies researcher

Oct 6
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Paint and Sip: Kaurna Art Workshop

Living Kaurna Cultural Centre

Be led by First Nations artists through an Introduction to Aboriginal Art. Includes canvas to keep, complimentary wine on arrival, canapés.

Oct 6
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65
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Plant-based Pizza Party for the Planet!

19 On Green Community Centre

Love pizza? Want to transition to eating more plant-centric? This class will show you how easy it is!

Oct 6
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99
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Fermenta Grow: Cultivate & Preserving Workshop

Kitchen Farm Pantry

Learn how to preserve an abundant harvest in the magical realm of fermented foods with Chef/Farmer Kym at Kitchen Farm Adelaide Hills

Oct 6
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75
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Human.Kind Yoga in the Parklands

Wita Wirra Park

A free yoga class beneath the trees in the Parklands. Harmonise your body and breath with the rhythms of nature.

Oct 7
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From Farm to Fork: Australian Flora and Culinary Delights

Kitchen Farm Pantry

Experience dishes infused with edible native plants while surrounded by the captivating beauty of showcased indigenous flora.

Oct 7
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Get around Glenthorne: a tour & picnic at Adelaide’s urban national park

Glenthorne National Park — Ityamaiitpinna Yarta

Guided walk through Glenthorne National Park with David Speirs MP, Leader of the Opposition, and enjoy morning tea picnic immersed in nature

Oct 7
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'Backyard Adventure' by Barossa Outdoors

Blitz on Queen St

Journey in the backyard we call home, Williamstown in the Barossa region. An immersive nature experience with hiking, kayaking and ebiking.

Oct 7
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15
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Walk4Wildlife - Semaphore - 10km walk

Esplanade

Take part in the Walk4Wildlife and help wildlife that comes in to us sick, injured or orphaned and needs our help.

Oct 7
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