Since the 1990s, the size of the Australian backyard has diminished dramatically. Quarter-acre blocks are no longer the norm. Knowing the importance of outdoor play, we now have a responsibility to our children to extend the boundaries of what we think of as our own backyard. That’s why these school holidays we’re encouraging WA families […]
It's time to grow your bigger backyard by discovering some of WA's awesome nature playspaces. We are spoiled beyond all reason for playspaces – both formal and informal. So of course, we've made a list of just some of our favourites! We've broken them into four categories: The Big Four, Hidden Treasures, Regional Rippers, and […]
Grab your bike, scooter or skateboard - this week, we're #growingbiggerbackyards on wheels! Some awesome local tracks have been popping up in recent years, with options for beginners and adrenaline junkies alike. We love these lists from our friends at WestCycle, which include 10 pump tracks and jump parks, and 10 bike skills and 'learn […]
Come join in the fun and escape into the outdoors at the Woodman Point day program. Get set for a full day of exciting activities including making seasonal icypoles, sandcastles, beach activities, geocaching and flying fox. Cost: $70 Age: 5-9 years Activities: sandcastles, beach activities, making seasonal icypoles and flying fox. Bookings close 31 December […]
Splash into some summer fun at the Woodman Point Aqua Adventure holiday programs. Meet new friends and learn new skills with days full of fun and exciting land, roping and water activities. Cost $300 per person Age: 9-14 years Activities: icebreakers, beach team building, flying fox, rock climbing, raft building, surf life saving, archer, search […]
Delve into the world of insects and arachnids as you become an entomologist. Learn how to identify different arthropods and then meet some of these creepy crawlies in a special encounter. For ages 8 to 12 this activity is held at Canning River Eco Education Centre. This is a drop-off activity and includes an animal encounter. […]
Come and discover the nocturnal critters on a night stalk. Search for the creatures which fly, hop and crawl through the night as we head out along bush trails. As you journey through, you will discover which animals are living in your own backyard as we tune in to learn how to identify frogs and […]
Splash into some summer fun at the Woodman Point Aqua Adventure holiday programs. Meet new friends and learn new skills with days full of fun and exciting land, roping and water activities. Cost: $70 per person Ages: 9-14 years Monday Activities: archery, raft building, rock climbing and beach team building. Tuesday Activities: surf life saving, […]
There are so many marine mammals, happily swimming in the ocean, but how do they breathe and feed and where do they rest? Discover many fun facts with hands-on activities about these air breathing sea creatures. For ages 4-7 this activity is held at Trigg Beach. Monday 10th of January 9:30-11:00am. $8.00 bookings essential.
Plunge into a world of darkness with a caving guide as you crawl, climb and slide your way through a wild cave environment. Marvel at fascinating formations and discover what makes limestone caves an exciting place to explore. For ages 8 to 10 this is a drop-off activity at Yanchep National Park. Tuesday 11th January […]
Plunge into a world of darkness with caving guides as you crawl, climb and slide your way through a wild cave environment. Marvel at fascinating formations and discover what makes limestone caves an exciting place to explore. For ages 10 to 14 this is a drop off activity at Yanchep National Park. The 11th of […]
Grab a friend and get ready for some action packed days full of fun, water, land and roping activities at the Ern Halliday January 2022 day programs. Cost: $70 per person Ages: 9-14 years Wednesday Activities: beach team building, flying fox and lost pilot. Thursday Activities: vertical ascent, minutes to win it and surf lifesaving. […]