Nature Discovery Day - Hammond Park

About the event

Join the City of Cockburn's Sustainability and Climate Change team for a day of discovery in your local area!

These spring school holidays, immerse yourself in the beauty of Frankland Park in Hammond Park. September is the perfect time to experience the park’s stunning wildflowers in full bloom. Take a stroll and admire a vibrant array of native plants, showcasing the rich biodiversity of our region.

While you're there, keep an eye out for kangaroos and kwenda. If you're an early riser, mornings are ideal for birdwatching, with Frankland Park home to a variety of bush birds such as butcherbirds, wattlebirds, honeyeaters, and even the endangered Carnaby's Black-Cockatoo.

Don't miss out—sign up for a FREE guided walk, enjoy a hands-on activity, or simply drop by for a chat with our team!

Activities on the day include:

• Colouring-in activities available throughout the morning.
• A self-guided pop-up wildflower walk with our new wildflower guide.
• FREE coffee from the Friends of the Community coffee van, sponsored by Hammond Park Community Association, Vivente, and Richard Noble.

Spaces for these activities are limited, so be sure to secure your spot by registering early!

Time	Activity	About	Ages	Registrations
8-9am	Guided walk	Join the City's friendly bush maintenance team for a relaxed morning walk in your local patch. Get to know the reserve and meet the knowledgable people behind its upkeep!	All ages	Register here
9.30-11am	Nature Storytime Trek	Explore the wonders of nature through stories, bushwalking tips, and sensory exploration. It's a fun-filled experience that combines the magic of storytelling with the beauty of the great outdoors.	2-5 years	Register here
10.30-11.30am	Boodjar Biddi (Bush Track) cultural walk	Learn about Nyungar perspectives on nature, wildlife, and the relationship between humans and the environment.	All ages	Register here
11.30am-12.30pm	Guided walk	Join the City's Environmental Education Officer for a midday stroll through Frankland Park, learn about who lives in the bush and what's flowering.	All ages	Register here
12.30-1.30pm	Reptile awareness	As the weather warms up snakes come out of brumation to bask in the sunlight, find food and find a mate. Learn about the different types of snakes in your local area, reptile behaviour and safety around reptiles. There could even be an opportunity for live interactions!	Ages 5-12	Register here