Adventures with Wildbark
School Holiday Program
A Holiday Program with Meaning
Our Woodland Is Recovering. The Story Is Still Unfolding - Let’s Explore It Together. Join One Of Our Pathway Programs.
It’s time to enjoy something truly unique and special during School Holidays. We invite your Junior Explorer, Youth Ranger or Natural Communicator to join us as we go in search of incredible wildlife, reintroduced local species, and discover conservation science all in the stunning
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary right here in Canberra.
Why Mulligans Flat Matters
The Box-Gum Grassy Woodland is one of Australia’s most endangered ecosystems.
At Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary, conservationists are working to restore this landscape and bring wildlife back to places where it once thrived.
These Holiday programs allow children and young people to step inside this living conservation story and experience unique behind the scenes experiences like no where else in Australia. By being part of our ‘Adventures With Wildbark’ Programs, Tours or Experiences you are also helping fund and support our conservation efforts for generations to come.
Previous Programs:
Upcoming Programs:
Winter Holiday Adventure
Youth Ranger Program
(Grades 6-9) (3 Day Program)
Tuesday 14th - Thursday 16th July, 2026 8:30am - 5:30pm
*Thursday Night finishes approx 9pm
3 DAY PASSES (LIMITED TICKETS)
ON SALE
Week 1
JUNIOR Explorer Program
(Ages 5-11) (4 Day Program)
Tuesday 7th - Friday 10th July, 2026
8:30am - 5:30pm
ON SALE
Week 2
JUNIOR Explorer Program
(Ages 5-11) (4 Day Program)
Tuesday 14th - Friday 17th July, 2026
8:30am - 5:30pm
ON SALE
Autumn Holiday Adventure
Week 1
JUNIOR Explorer Program
(Ages 5-11) (4 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
Week 2
JUNIOR Explorer Program
(Ages 5-11) (3 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
YOUTH Ranger Program
(Grades 6-9) (3 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
WILD VOICES (Pilot Program)
A Theatre & Nature Communication Program
(Ages 7-12) (4 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
Summer Holiday Adventure
Week 1
JUNIOR Explorer Program
(Ages 5-11) (4 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
Week 2
JUNIOR Explorer Program
(Ages 5-11) (3 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
YOUTH Ranger Program
(Grades 6-9) (3 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
WILD VOICES (Pilot Program)
A Theatre & Nature Communication Program
(Ages 7-12) (4 Day Program)
SOLD OUT
Previous Programs:
Youth Ranger Program
Junior Explore Program
Testimonials
For curious young people ready to go deeper.
The Youth Program invites participants to explore the Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary in a more investigative and creative way — discovering how scientists, rangers and researchers work to understand and protect wildlife.
Over three days, participants try their hand at a wide range of activities that combine science, creativity, discovery and adventure in nature.
Rather than simply learning about conservation, they begin to experience how research and exploration actually happen in the field. Participants learn how scientists monitor wildlife and study ecosystems.
By the end of the experience, participants leave with new skills, confidence, friendships and a deeper understanding of the wildlife and ecosystems around them.
Youth Ranger Program
Grades 6 to 9
Wildlife Research & Monitoring
Participants may explore tools and techniques used in conservation, including camera traps, DNA activities, detection dogs in conservation, and learning about research projects such as the Eastern Quoll research station, New Holland (Pookila) Mouse and Golden Sun Moth studies.Field Exploration
Investigate the woodland ecosystem through activities such as Echidna Sweep surveys, Turtle Patrol, wildlife tracking and discovering the geology that shapes the landscape.Creative Nature Practices
Slow down and observe the natural world through wildlife photography, nature journaling and watercolour workshops inspired by the sanctuary.Technology & Innovation
Explore how technology supports conservation through activities such as virtual reality experiences and digital wildlife exploration.Adventure & Fun in Nature
Alongside these experiences, participants enjoy games, team challenges and time to explore and connect with nature and new friends.A Special End to the Week
The program concludes with a private twilight tour of Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary, where participants experience the woodland as it transitions into evening and reflect on the discoveries made during the program.
Sample Activities:
3 Day Full Adventure Pass
Limited Tickets
All Experiences & Meals Inclusive $495.00pp
Junior Explore Program
Ages 5 to 11 years old
Our young explorers will go deep into the 1286 hectare predator-proof box-gum grassy woodland sanctuary with open-air and inquiry-based learning. Mornings we head off in search for animal tracks, discover hidden habitats and explore this ecosystem, cooking or enjoying snacks along the way, before an afternoon of activities, games or encounters back at basecamp aka Wildbark.
Keeper for a Morning - Animal Enrichment
Wildlife Tracking, Encounters and Reptile Shows
A delicious morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea all catered by our in-house restaurant.
Climb, Click, Capture on our Ground to Sky nature photography walk
Virtual Reality experiences, conservation drone pilot program, radio tracking expeditions, tracking & trapping opportunity
Hollow Home Investigations
Birdwatching expeditions (such as the Wedge-Tailed Eagle, Superb Parrots, Bush Stone Curlew and so many more.)
View life under the microscope (Water Bugs)
Excursion Day - visiting Treetops Adventures Canberra (High Ropes Course/NetWorld) or Australian National Botanic Gardens
Playground, games, arts, crafts, cooking workshops
Step through time, from the Geology and history of Mulligans Flat along with the connection to country yarn, bush tucker tasting and impacts of European Settlement
Enjoy Special Guest presentations from our Friends of Wildbark
Sample Activities:
4 Day Full Adventure Pass
Best Value & Most Popular
All Inclusive: Meals, Treetops, Experiences & Family Night Walk
$540.00pp
$135.00 per day - saving over $150.00
1 Day Explore Pass
Perfect for trying Wildbark
Meals Inclusive, Family Night Walk not included
$160.00pp
1 Day Excursion Pass
All Inclusive: Meals, Experiences, Bus & Treetops Adventure or Networld Ticket
$180.00pp
Testimonials
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"Our child came home full of stories about wildlife, new friends and everything they had discovered in the sanctuary. It was wonderful to see their confidence grow over the week."
— Wildbark Parent
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"So many favourite moments, one was looking for quoll & echidna diggings during a transect line and learning about the animals that live in the woodland. I didn't realise how many clues there were everywhere. The other was we got to enjoy our own private dinner and twilight tour (sorry mum)."
— Youth Program Particpant
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"The program struck a beautiful balance between learning and adventure. The educators were engaging, and the experience felt meaningful without feeling like school."
— Wildbark Family
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"I liked using the camera traps and finding out what animals had walked past. It felt like we were real wildlife researchers."
— Youth Program Particpant
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“I have been here since the very beginning. It’s great to see so many participants return each school holiday to continue their learning journey through the programs. Along with knowing so many beautiful friendships have been formed not just with the children but the parents too. It’s truly special when you see the children running to each other after not seeing each other since the last holiday program.
— Wildbark Staff Member