Traditional weaving workshop: Bournda
Bournda National Park
Overview
Get creative on a traditional weaving workshop in Bournda National Park, near Bega and Merimbula. Learn Aboriginal weaving techniques and see how these ancient skills carry a strong connection to Aboriginal culture.
- When
Thursday 10 October 2024, 10am to 12pm.
- Where
- Hobart Beach campground
- Accessibility
- Medium
- Grade
- Easy. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Price
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Adult/child $25 per person.
- Entry fees
- Park entry fees apply
- Meeting point
- The shelter shed at Hobart Beach campground.
- Equipment
provided - Yes. All weaving materials are supplied.
- What to
bring - Hat, sunscreen, drinking water, snacks
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
- Availability
- Group bookings available on request, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). Earliest start 10am, latest finish 3pm. Minimum $360 per group (8 participants minimum). For group bookings, email or phone 02 6495 5000 or 0448 765 381.
Join a senior Aboriginal NPWS guide at a traditional weaving workshop at Hobart Beach campground in Bournda National Park.
Learn how to weave with grasses, reeds and natural materials. After you’ve honed your skills, you’ll have the opportunity to weave your own souvenir to take home with you.
As you explore your creative side, your guide will share how Aboriginal women weave baskets, carry bags and other items for daily use. You’ll discover how these ancient skills and practices carry a strong cultural connection for local Aboriginal women.
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in Bournda National Park in the South Coast region
Bournda National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to extreme weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. This park uses a self-registration fee collection system, please bring correct change.
Buy annual pass
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