The Geelong Nature Festival is returning to give residents and visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of the region through a diverse program of events, workshops, and field activities.
This year’s event runs from July 12 to 27 and the theme, Explore and Restore, celebrates the power of connecting with nature and the profound impact it has on our mental health, wellbeing, physical vitality, and overall happiness.
With a focus on families, the two-week festival offers a diverse range of events and activities designed to help you discover nature throughout Geelong and get involved in conservation efforts.
The festival launch on Saturday July 12 begins with a celebration at the Old Paper Mill in Fyansford, featuring inspirational speakers, wildlife interactions from Wildlife Xposure and Roaming Reptiles, kids activities, performances, guided walks, community plantings and more.
The following two weeks will feature more than 50 events across the region, offering an array of activities from garden and sanctuary tours to nature play sessions, workshops, and celebrations of Geelong’s more unusual wildlife.
This year’s school environmental arts project, involving local primary schools, will be displayed at Geelong’s Carousel throughout the festival.
The festival will culminate on National Tree Day on Sunday July 27 with community planting across Greater Geelong.
“With over 50 activities throughout the festival, there’s something for everyone,” chair of the environment and circular economy portfolio Cr Elise Wilkinson said.
“You can learn more about nature’s role in wellbeing and get hands-on with conservation activities.
For more information see geelongaustralia.com.au/naturefestival
