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Kayak the mysterious mangrove edged tributary known as Pumpkin Point Creek. Only accessible by small craft when the tide is right. Launching from Spencer catch glimpses of sea eagles, fishing cormorants and herons along the way enjoying morning tea on the way. Gliding by twisted red gums and weathered rock ledges we pull in for lunch at the ruins of an abandoned homestead and hear historical tales of this remote area. Double kayaks, all gear morning tea and lunch provided.

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Ticket Price: !98 + booking fee​​

Join us for a day by the Hawkesbury River enjoying painting our local native bee species.

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Our day begins celebrating the over 1700 species of Australian native bees with a local bee enthusiast. Sample honey of the native stingless bee followed by superb morning tea. Learn simple techniques for painting Australian bees in watercolour under the expert guidance of Central Coast artist and designer Leonie Loewe.

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Morning tea, lunch and all painting equipment provided plus personal take-home gift.

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$165 + Booking fee

A new revised and even better Voices from the Secret River - Save the Date - 26th April 2026. 

Adventure into the heart of Hawkesbury sandstone country with like-minded others. Starting with morning tea at a Hawkesbury River cafe we set out to the valley and gradually ascend through gullies amongst honeycomb caves to Flat Rocks Ridge engravings. On the way identifying the spectacular wild flowers​, majestic water gums and angophoras. Hear about the histories of Gunderman and Mill Creeks and McCarthy's explorations of these open air galleries with Paddy Pallin in the 1940s.  

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Ticket Price: $85 + Booking Fee

A half day meander through the wonders of McPherson State Forest along bush tracks of waratahs and gymea lilies. Hear about histories of Kulnura 'up in the clouds' and the evidence of indigenous occupation around the forest. An immersion amongst the yellows, blues, pinks and whites of our spring flowers. Waratahs are blooming and lyre birds are calling!. Join us for a special botanical, nature and history experience.  

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​Meet for morning tea in Kulnura and travel together in convoy to the start of the adventure.​​​​​​​

Ticket Price: $65 + Booking Fee​​