Downfall Creek Bushland Centre, 815 Rode Road, Chermside West
Join a special Bush Kindy story-time at Downfall Creek Bushland Centre where local co-authors Louise Zirbel and Rachel Salmon read their book 'Stanley the Brush Turkey'. Kids aged 3-5, with their parents or carers, can settle under the trees, hear the story, and then enjoy brush turkey-inspired activities. This 45-minute session includes bushwalks, exploration, and crafts, and runs even in light rain. Come prepared with sun-safe gear, enclosed shoes, insect repellent, and a snack. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Suitable for ages 3-5.
Bush Kindy is a fun outdoor session for kids aged 3-5 with their parents or carers. You'll explore the bush, go on walks, hear stories, and do art and crafts. It runs about 45 minutes and happens even in light rain. Come 10 minutes early to check in. Wear a hat, closed shoes, sunscreen, and bring insect repellent. Old clothes are good for messy play. Bring water and a snack. It's free and for the general public.
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.
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.
Bring your little ones aged 0-2 for a relaxed nature-themed rhyme and song session. It's a great chance to enjoy the outdoors, meet other families, and explore the local bushland. Sessions are held in the shade or indoors if needed. Arrive 10 minutes early to register. Pack a hat, sunscreen, enclosed shoes, insect repellent, water, and a snack. The event may be cancelled due to weather, but will move indoors if possible.
<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>