“It was really fun to just be out on the water, just cruising and having conversations down the river was what I enjoyed the most”
Active in Nature Participant
All Active in Nature partners respectfully acknowledge our Traditional Owners, their Elders past and present, for the important role Indigenous people continue to play in Victoria, especially on land and waters used for outdoor education and recreation.
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For a range of reasons, many Victorian young people face challenges that hinder opportunities to access outdoor recreation.
That’s why, Outdoors Victoria, Parks Victoria and VicHealth are working together to welcome more Victorian young people (13-25 years old) to be Active in Nature, inclusive of those:
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from culturally and racially diverse communities,
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from migrant & refugee backgrounds (arriving in Australia in the last 10 years),
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from First Nations communities,
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with disabilities,
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with mental health distress, and/or
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from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Our delivery partners
Each WILD
Our experienced guides create safe spaces to challenge, connect with others and build resilience through bush adventures.
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Edmund Rice Community Services
We create life-changing learning and growth experiences for people facing adversity in our community — especially young people.
Geelong Adventure Specialists
We nurture the potential of our young people by providing accessible and tailored outdoor adventures.
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The Y Discovery Camps
We offer transformational experiences in the great outdoors, allowing participants to break free from everyday routines and reconnect with nature.
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Bindaree Outdoor Education
People and exploring nature are our passion. Our mission is to inspire, challenge and educate in our natural environment.
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The Climbing Company
We are facilitators of transformative experiences where every participant – from complete beginners to seasoned pros – can find challenge, joy and meaningful connection.
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Active in Nature provides free full-day adventure activities for Community Groups who support young people, facilitated by our trusted Delivery Partners (Licenced Tour Operators) in parks (managed by Parks Victoria).
Adventure activities vary at locations and include, your choice of, hiking, learning bush skills, orienteering, rafting, mountain-biking, yoga, climbing and abseiling.