Learn about sustainability these school holidays!
Published on 20 September 2019
Are you raising a nature enthusiast? Come along to our free range of sustainability workshops these September school holidays to learn more about bringing nature back to your own backyard!
Council’s Environment Spokesperson Councillor Drew Wickerson said that the workshops are a great opportunity for kids and their parents to learn some fun and practical ways to live more sustainably.
“These free workshops give kids a chance to discover more about their environment and learn fun, positive ways to live more sustainably – from creating bug hotels and frog friendly yards to making some nature inspired arts and crafts,” said Cr Wickerson.
“Of course, parents can also learn a lot from these great workshops.
“Sustainable living simply comes down to the daily habits we have and the choices we make.
“The holidays offer a perfect opportunity to take some time to reflect on how we’re living, and make a commitment to more sustainable choices.
“Through these workshops you can learn some great new skills, including how to make beeswax wraps as well attract native bees and butterflies to your garden.
“So, bring your family down for a great school holiday activity, and to learn more about living sustainably together!”
The workshops are free, but bookings are essential, so call 4936 8043 or email libraries@rrc.qld.gov.au to reserve your spot.
Head over to the Environmental Sustainability section of Council’s website to find out more about each workshop: https://www.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au/CommunityEvents/Environmental-Sustainability/Sustainability-Events
Workshops:
Bug habitats
Come along to this free, family friendly workshop and help ‘bring nature back’ into your backyard. Learn about all things creepy and crawly and the importance of providing habitat for wildlife. You will also make your own bug hotel to take home and put in your backyard.
Learn about native bees
Learn about native bees and how to set up a native beehive in your backyard!
Make your own beeswax wraps
Learn how to make your own beeswax wraps to reduce single use plastic in your household.
Nature art and craft
Bring the kids to learn about our native flora and fauna and create their very own nature art piece to take home with them.
Butterfly friendly backyards
See how to build a habitat in your backyard that butterflies will love and be rewarded with bright visits by butterflies. What will you be able to create to take home and add to your backyard butterfly habitat?
Frog friendly backyards
Learn about lots of different frog species and how to create a frog friendly backyard. See how to build a habitat in your backyard that frogs will love and be rewarded with a chorus of croaks.