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Family Fun

Nature in Nene Park

Family Fun

Nene Park provides loads of opportunities for the family to get close to nature. Have a look at some of our ideas below.

Spotter Sheet

Download our Seasonal Spotter Sheet. Just print it off and bring it along with you to the Park.
The sheets can be enjoyed by all ages.
Download Seasonal Spotter Sheet

Trails

Trail sheets are available from the Ferry Meadows Visitor Centre during school holidays. Check the events section for details.
There is a small charge for the sheets but the price includes a prize!

Visitor Centre

As well as lots of information about what to see and do in the Park, the Visitor Centre also stocks a great range of items to help you explore nature, such as binoculars, spotter guides, bug hunting kits and ID sheets.

Geocaching

Geocaching is a great way to explore the Park. Basically, it's a treasure hunt - you download co-ordinates and with a GPS enabled device (i.e. a phone) and off you go.

For more details or to download co-ordinates have a look at the Geocaching website by clicking here.

Wildlife Explorers/Watch Club

Learn about wildlife and the enviroment through a mixture of games and activities. The group meets reguarly at Ferry Meadows. Who says learning can't be fun!

For more details visit the Wildlife Explorers' website by clicking here
or the Wildlife Watch website by clicking here.

Orienteering

Orienteering is another great way to get out in the Park and discover nature.
Leaflets are available from the Ferry Meadows Visitor Centre or download them below.

Orienteering Short Course
Orienteering Long Course