Outdoor Play judges go wild for Ku-ring-gai garden programs

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden has been recognised for its award-winning school holiday programs, with the site receiving a Highly Commended in the Outdoor Play category at the Outdoors NSW Awards earlier this month.

Ku-ring-gai Council Mayor, Christine Kay said the award was recognition of the enriching and engaging outdoor play opportunities the Wildflower Garden has to offer.

“Ku-ring-gai kids come away from a day at the Wildflower Gardens with mud on their hands, bush skills under their belt and smiles on their faces,” Mayor Kay said.

“Our award-winning school holiday programs enrich the lives of so many young children in Ku-ring-gai and help spark a passion for conservation.

“This award reflects the dedication of the Wildflower Garden team in creating meaningful, hands-on outdoor play experiences for children in our stunning natural environment.”

At Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, children aged 6-12 years can take part in full-day school holiday activities, including survival skills, camping and cooking, nature art and animal encounters. The high-quality holiday care encourages kids to step away from screens, get active in the great outdoors, make friends and build confidence through hands-on experiences.

Tucked away at 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives, the Wildflower Garden is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets. Set across 123 hectares of pristine bushland, with free entry all year round, it is the perfect place to bushwalk, picnic, explore and play.

For more information about Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden and the school holiday programs visit krg.nsw.gov.au/Things-to-do/Ku-ring-gai-Wildflower-Garden.

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