I think I saw a Yowie!

Sit spot activity using the senses to inspire writing.

About this program

This program will be conducted at Thalgarrah Environmental Education Centre. 1702 Rockvale Road, Armidale.

The program focuses on the Intellectual and Creative Domains catering to students who have a love for writing creatively and enjoy being in the outdoors.

Important information

2026 Program dates

This program will be delivered once throughout 2026:

Friday 26 June 2026 (Term 2, Week 10)

Booking Information

This program is designed to cater for students from multiple schools. Please note that program capacity is capped at 24 students in total. Each school is able to nominate a maximum of 6 students per date.

We currently have 24 places available for 26/6/2026

Sample activities schedule


10.00 am	Activity 1
12.00 pm	Lunch
1.00 pm	Activity 1
2.20pm	Program ends

Teacher information


What to bring	Students Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor learning Hat Covered walking shoes Own recess and lunch ('nude food'/plastic free food is encouraged) Water bottle Teachers Own recess and lunch. Visiting adults are welcome to use the refrigerator and microwave. Tea and coffee is provided. Water bottle Special medical/learning requirements for individual students
Extreme or wet weather	Program may be modified, postponed or cancelled due to predicted extreme temperatures, bush fire danger, heavy rainfall, high winds or dust storms. Check the weather forecast for the Armidale area.
Medical notifications	Notify us by completing and returning the student welfare form at least one week before the excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.

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