Autumn 2025 is full of unique experiences for you
For 29 years the Ipswich community and council have invested in conservation through the Enviroplan initiative.
During autumn 2025 join us for special activities highlighting Ipswich's precious Enviroplan conservation areas and celebrating actions for a greener future.
Take a look at the 2025 Experience Nature Program.(PDF, 1MB)
Bush Kindy
9.30am - 11.30am, Friday 14 March, Queens Park, Ipswich
This play session aimed at under 5s includes activities such as loose parts play, nature exploration, sensory play and group time. It is led by Areta from Bush Kindy Teaching. *Also see date in May.
Free event but registrations required, see Ipswich City Council Eventbrite.
Learn for Life - Indigenous Astronomy
6.30pm - 8.30pm, Thursday 20 March, Ipswich Central Library
Join Gamilaroi astrophysicist Karlie Noon as she shares the rich traditions of Aboriginal astronomy. Discover how First Nations peoples have observed and navigated the stars for over 65,000 years, embedding stories of space, time and travel into oral traditions passed through generations. Presented by Ipswich Libaries as part of Experience Nature.
Registrations will be available on the Ipswich Libraries website.
Nature Notebooks Session
11am - 12pm, Friday 21 March, Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve
Join local artist Deb Mostert for a morning of observing and sketching in a beginner-friendly workshop. Start with a leisurely stroll beneath the eucalyptus and notice your surroudings. View Deb's visual sketchbooks and learn how to begin one of your own.
For ticket pricing and more information see Discover Ipswich.
Teacher Professional Development - Bush Kindy
4pm - 6pm, Wednesday 26 March, Queens Park Environmental Education Centre, Ipswich
Ipswich teachers and educators are invited to this professional development workshop on the principles of Bush Kindy. The workshop led by Areta of Bush Kindy Learning will discuss ways bush kindy principles can be implemented in different educational settings.
Free event but registrations required, see Ipswich City Council Eventbrite.
Agents of Discovery Competition
Throughout March, Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve, Brassall
Download the free app Agents of Discovery and play 'The Search for Enviroplan Gems' to discover more about Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve. Complete the Mission for your chance to win a great prize!
For more information see Agents of Discovery.
Exclusive Bird and Plant Walks at Stirling Road Reserve
Bird ID walk 6:30am - 8:30am; Plant ID walk 9:00am - 11:00am, Saturday 5 April, Stirling Road Reserve, Rosewood
This Enviroplan conservation reserve is normally closed to the public. Join experts on special guided walks through this incredible natural environment. Bird expert Deborah Metters will lead an enchanting morning of birdwatching suitable for seasoned birders or curious beginners. Renowned local plant expert Martin Bennet will share the captivating world of local plants and explore their vital role in the local ecosystems.
School holidays are sorted with Active and Healthy Ipswich!
A range of popular natural areas will feature in fun activities to get young ones outdoors and active.
Each activity is facilitated by a qualified professional. Activities are free or low cost.
Check the Active and Healthy calendar for more information.
Children's Yoga
3pm - 3:30pm, Monday 7 April, Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve, Brassall
Find your inner peace with this interactive and fun class for primary aged children. Use games and storytelling to move, stretch, breathe, practice mindfulness and relax. Free event, but registrations required.
Bird Walk (ages 12+)
7:30am - 9am, Wednesday 9 April, Kholo Gardens, Muirlea
Join volunteers from Birds Queensland to discover ‘Whooooo’ lives in Kholo Gardens. On this outing, search for some fine-feathered residents like the bar-shouldered dove, eastern yellow robin, white-bellied sea eagle and perhaps a powerful owl! Free event, but registrations required.
Kids' Fishing
9am-12pm Saturday 12 April, Joseph Brady Park, Barellan Point
This interactive fishing session will cover everything you need to get started, from safety to tying a fishing knot. Participants will be given plenty of encouragement and tips to help them land a fish. Rods, fishing equipment and bait all supplied. Cost $5 per person.
Exciting school holiday guided tours with a difference!
Discover Ipswich and Active and Healthy Ipswich have collaborated to offer some incredible school holiday experiences.
Ipswich's precious Enviroplan conservation areas and our city's amazing plant and animal life will be featured.
For more tours see Discover Ipswich.
Kids' Spotlighting (8+)
6:15pm-7:30pm, Monday 7 April, *NEW LOCATION* Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve, Brassall
This easy nature discovery walk is led by Ranger Jody. Join us as we venture out into the wild after dark to discover the secrets of nature at night.
Afternoon Bushwalk Hike for Kids
1:45pm-4pm, Friday 11 April, *NEW LOCATION* Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve, Ipswich
We are going on a nature adventure with Ranger Jody to learn fun and interesting facts about the animals and plants that live here, as well as ways everyone can help take care of nature around us.
Kids' Hiking and Navigation skills (ages 12-17)
2pm-4pm, Monday 14 April, Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve, Brassall
Ever wanted to deepen your understanding of navigation and bushwalking skills? Scouts QLD will guide you on a walk using a map and compass, where you can hone your skills to tackle the bush. Free event, but registrations required.
Journey Sticks
Session 1: 2pm-3pm; Session 2: 3pm-4pm, Wednesday 16 April, Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve, Ipswich
The guides will identify some local flora and fauna along a short bushwalk and you’ll construct a journey stick as a reminder of your adventure! Free event, but registrations are required.
Beginners' Mountain Biking (ages 5-11)
9am-10am, Thursday 17 April, Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve, Blackstone
This session will help fast track children’s progression for off-road biking. The course will cover a wide range of skills with fun drills and challenges. Free event, but registrations are required.
Beginners' trail riding
10am-11am, Thursday 17 April, Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve, Blackstone
Test out your mountain biking skills on this short trail ride course. Basic riding skills and fitness required. Includes basic bike and helmet check, before a fun ride in the bush. Free event, but registrations are required.
Nature Phone Photography for Beginners
2.45pm – 4pm, Tuesday 15 April, *NEW LOCATION* Ipswich Nature Centre, Queens Park
Learn how to take amazing nature photos on your phone with the help of practical, pleasant photography tips. Suitable for children aged 8+ through to young adults.
Great Trails of Ipswich: Habitat Trek and Talk
*New date due to TC Alfred* 9am-11am, Saturday 12 April, Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve, Brassall
Join Ranger Jody for a guided morning bushwalk that will give a special insight to the dry eucalypt forest that was once widespread in the Brassall area.
Tour information is available at Discover Ipswich.
Agents of Discovery Competition
Throughout April, Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve, Brassall
Download the free app Agents of Discovery and play 'The Search for Enviroplan Gems' to discover more about Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve. We have all new challenges for you to complete in April. Complete the Mission for your chance to win a great prize!
For more information see Agents of Discovery.
Bush Kindy
9.30am - 11.30am, Friday 9 May, Queens Park, Ipswich
This play session aimed at under 5s includes activities such as loose parts play, nature exploration, sensory play and group time. It is led by Areta from Bush Kindy Teaching.
Free event but registrations required, see Ipswich City Council Eventbrite.
Great Trails of Ipswich: Habitat and History
9.30am - 11am, Saturday 17 May, Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve, Ipswich
Enjoy this leisurely habitat and history walk at Denmark Hill and learn the fascinating stories that built the township into a city, and gain insight to the natural environment of this urban bushland gem.
For ticket pricing and information see Discover Ipswich.
Wildlings Forest School
Session 1 at 1.30pm; Session 2 at 2.30pm; Session 3 at 3.30pm, Saturday 17 May, Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve, Ipswich
Children will explore nature crafts such as nature weaving looms and natural painting with charcoal and pigment. Engaging with natural surrounds nurtures a sense of adventure. Suitable for ages 5-12
Free event but registrations are required, see Ipswich City Council Eventbrite.
Connecting Corridors Forum
The Forum will bring together local landholders, community representatives, local government, natural resource management groups, research institutions and conservation organisations to celebrate 10 years of the Little Liverpool Range Initiative. The event will discuss how we can continue to collaborate and coordinate land management efforts at a regional scale.
This is a special stakeholder event, for more information email environment@ipswich.qld.gov.au
Cancelled - Stargazing
6pm - 8.30pm, Saturday 31 May, Hardings Paddock in Flinders - Goolman Conservation Estate, Purga
Explore the wonders of the universe with the Brisbane Astronomical Society. There will be a short talk and laser-pointer tour of the constellations, and opportunity to view stars and galaxies through different telescopes.
Unfortunately due to weather conditions this event has been cancelled.
Agents of Discovery Competition
Throughout May, Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve, Ipswich
Download the free app Agents of Discovery and play 'The Search for Enviroplan Gems' to discover more about Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve. We have all new challenges for you to complete in May! Complete the Mission for your chance to win a great prize in our weekly draws.
For more information see Agents of Discovery.