Karawatha Forest Park and Discovery Centre, 149 Acacia Road, Karawatha
Join us for a special Bush Kindy session celebrating Nature Book Week! Little ones aged 3-5, with their parents or carers, can enjoy story-time and rhymes outdoors in nature. Sessions last up to 45 minutes and themes change weekly. Come prepared with a hat, sunscreen, closed shoes, and old clothes for messy play. Bring water and a snack if needed. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in. This is a free public event, but outdoor activities may be cancelled due to weather.
Bring your little ones aged 0-1 to Karawatha Forest for a relaxed, outdoor session that introduces babies to the wonders of the bush. This event is perfect for families seeking a safe, welcoming space to connect with each other and their local reserve. Please ensure babies are supervised and dress them in sun-smart clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and fully enclosed walking shoes. Don't forget to apply sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch as no food outlets are available on site. The event may be cancelled on the day due to weather or environmental conditions.
Bush Kindy is a nature play session for kids aged 3-5 with their parents or carers. During National Bird Week, you'll explore the reserve through bushwalks, story-time, and crafts. Sessions last about 45 minutes and run even in light rain. Come dressed in sun-safe clothes, closed shoes, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, water, and a snack. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in. It's a great way for little ones to build confidence and respect for nature.
Bush Kindy is a nature play session for kids aged 3-5 with their parents or carers. During National Bird Week, you'll explore the reserve through bushwalks, story-time, and crafts. Sessions last about 45 minutes and run even in light rain. Come dressed in sun-safe clothes, closed shoes, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, water, and a snack. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in. It's a great way for little ones to build confidence and respect for nature.
Bring your little ones aged 0-1 to Karawatha Forest for a relaxed, outdoor session that introduces babies to the wonders of the bush. This event is perfect for families seeking a safe, welcoming space to connect with each other and their local reserve. Please ensure babies are supervised and dress them in sun-smart clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and fully enclosed walking shoes. Don't forget to apply sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch as no food outlets are available on site. The event may be cancelled on the day due to weather or environmental conditions.
<p dir="ltr">Join a special Bush Kindy celebrating Grandparents Day! Bush Kindy is for children aged 3-5 years, alongside their grandparents, parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more.</p><p dir="ltr">Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week.</p><p dir="ltr">This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, <a href="mailto:BCBC@brisbane.qld.gov.au" target="_blank" dir="ltr">send an email</a>.</p><p dir="ltr"><b><strong>Bookings requirements:</strong></b></p><ul><li value="1" dir="ltr">Maximum 5 tickets as places are limited.</li><li value="2" dir="ltr">A ratio of 1 adult per 4 children is required.</li><li value="3" dir="ltr">All adults and children (including infants) must have a ticket.</li><li value="4" dir="ltr">Please cancel via Eventbrite if you cannot attend.</li><li value="5" dir="ltr">As this event is popular and places limited, late arrival tickets will be forfeited to make way for available attendees.</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><b><strong>Requirements:</strong></b></p><ul><li value="1" dir="ltr">Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre.</li><li value="2" dir="ltr">All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult.</li><li value="3" dir="ltr">Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen, and bring insect repellent.</li><li value="4" dir="ltr">Suitable old clothes recommended for messy play.</li><li value="5" dir="ltr">Water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site.</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><b><strong>Note:</strong></b> All outdoor events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.</p>
Bush Kindy is a fun outdoor session for kids aged 3-5 with their parents or carers. You'll explore the reserve through bushwalks, story-time, art and craft, and other nature activities. Sessions last about 45 minutes and run even in light rain, with different themes each week. Come prepared with hats, sunscreen, enclosed shoes, and old clothes for messy play. Bring water and a snack, and arrive 10 minutes early to check in. It's free for the public, but daycare groups should email separately.
Bring your little ones aged 0-1 to Karawatha Forest for a relaxed, outdoor session that introduces babies to the wonders of the bush. This event is perfect for families seeking a safe, welcoming space to connect with each other and their local reserve. Please ensure babies are supervised and dress them in sun-smart clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and fully enclosed walking shoes. Don't forget to apply sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch as no food outlets are available on site. The event may be cancelled on the day due to weather or environmental conditions.
This is the last Bush Babies session of 2026 before summer. It's a relaxed outdoor playgroup for babies aged 0-1 at Karawatha Forest. Babies can explore nature freely while families connect. Bring your little one, wear sun-smart clothing and insect repellent, and pack water and snacks. All babies need adult supervision. The event might be cancelled if weather is bad.
Bush Kindy is a fun outdoor session for kids aged 3-5, along with their parents or carers. You'll explore the bush, go on short walks, enjoy story-time, and get creative with art and craft. Each week has a different theme, and the session lasts about 45 minutes. It runs even in light rain, so come prepared. Just arrive 10 minutes early to check in, wear sun-safe clothes and closed shoes, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and maybe a snack and water. It's a great way for little ones to build confidence in nature. Cost isn't mentioned, so you might want to check with the organisers.
Come along to a special Bush Kindy session where guest author Steve Baines will read from his book 'Rarer than Rocking Horse Poo' and lead some fun activities. This outdoor session is for kids aged 3-5 with their parents or carers. You'll explore the reserve, enjoy story-time, and get creative with art and craft. Sessions last about 45 minutes and run even in light rain. Remember to arrive 10 minutes early, wear sun-safe gear and closed shoes, and bring water and a snack. Suitable for little ones who love nature and stories.
Bush Kindy is a fun outdoor session for kids aged 3-5, along with their parents or carers. You'll explore the bush, go on short walks, enjoy story-time, and get creative with art and craft. Each week has a different theme, and the session lasts about 45 minutes. It runs even in light rain, so come prepared. Just arrive 10 minutes early to check in, wear sun-safe clothes and closed shoes, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and maybe a snack and water. It's a great way for little ones to build confidence in nature. Cost isn't mentioned, so you might want to check with the organisers.
Head to Bush Kindy during Australian Pollinator Week for a fun outdoor session where kids aged 3-5, with their parents or carers, can explore nature through bushwalks, stories, and crafts. Sessions last about 45 minutes and run even in light rain. Come prepared with hats, sunscreen, closed shoes, and old clothes for messy play. Bring water and a snack. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in. This is a public event, not for daycare groups.
Bush Kindy is a fun outdoor session for kids aged 3-5, along with their parents or carers. You'll explore the bush, go on short walks, enjoy story-time, and get creative with art and craft. Each week has a different theme, and the session lasts about 45 minutes. It runs even in light rain, so come prepared. Just arrive 10 minutes early to check in, wear sun-safe clothes and closed shoes, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and maybe a snack and water. It's a great way for little ones to build confidence in nature. Cost isn't mentioned, so you might want to check with the organisers.
<p dir="ltr">Join us for a special Bush Kindy adventure as we discover the fascinating bugs and minibeasts living right in our backyards. Children will become nature detectives as they search for insects, look closely at tiny creatures, and learn about the important role they play in our environment.</p><p dir="ltr">Through bug-themed nature play, exploration, story-time, craft activities and outdoor discovery, children will build curiosity, confidence and a deeper connection with the natural world. From beetles and butterflies to ants and spiders, there is a whole miniature world waiting to be explored.</p><p dir="ltr">Bush Kindy is for children aged 3-5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more.</p><p dir="ltr">Bush Kindy can go for up to 45 minutes and themes vary each week.</p><p dir="ltr"><b><strong>Requirements on the day:</strong></b></p><ul><li value="1" dir="ltr">Please arrive 10 minutes before starting time to check in with staff at the centre.</li><li value="2" dir="ltr">All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult.</li><li value="3" dir="ltr">Please wear a hat, fully enclosed shoes, sun-safe clothing, sunscreen, and bring insect repellent.</li><li value="4" dir="ltr">Please bring water and a snack if required as there are no food outlets on site.</li><li value="5" dir="ltr">It is recommended to bring a spare change of clothes as sessions may include messy play.</li></ul><p dir="ltr">This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, <a href="mailto:DCBC%40brisbane.qld.gov.au" dir="ltr">send an email</a>.</p><p dir="ltr"><b><strong>Note:</strong></b> This event will go ahead in light rain. Events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.</p>