Harbour Heroes: Survival Skills - Spring 2026

Our Harbour Heroes are setting off on a survival adventure – do they have what it takes to thrive alongside the harbour? 

Guided by our experienced educators, children will forage useful plants, experiment with ways to make harbour water safe, and work together to choose a campsite and build a shelter using natural materials.  

Along the way, there will be plenty of opportunities for imaginative nature play, wildlife spotting and following children's curiosity as they explore the park. 

A fun, full day of adventure, teamwork and discovery – where every child builds confidence, solves problems and develops a deeper connection with the natural world. 

This program is suitable for children aged 5 to 12 years.  

Please note: Our programs are primarily child-led nature play experiences. Whilst we have planned themes, children co-create the program each day and may not engage in scheduled activities. 

Creative Kids vouchers are accepted for this program.

Please provide the voucher number, name and date of birth of your child during the booking process.

Bookings will be cancelled if an invalid voucher number is provided.

To apply for a NSW Creative Kids voucher, visit Service NSW:

Apply for an Active and Creative Kids voucher | Service NSW

Things to know before you attend 

Please come prepared, as this program takes place outdoors and will go ahead in all-weather, unless it is unsafe to do so (for example, during high winds or thunderstorms). Children must wear enclosed shoes.  

This is a drop-off program for children aged 5 - 12 years. Parents do not attend with children. 

Our drop-off school holiday programs have an adult to child ratio of 1:10. We are unable to offer 1:1 support for children. If you would like to discuss the needs of your child with us, please email education@gsp.nsw.gov.au or assist us by completing the accessibility requirements and behavioural needs questions when registering.  

We reserve the right to cancel the event in case of dangerous weather or if minimum participation numbers are not met. In these circumstances a refund will be offered. Please refer to our full terms and conditions for more information. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email education@gsp.nsw.gov.au or give us a call on 02 9339 6645 for assistance.

What to bring to the event 

Ensure your child comes prepared for this session by: 

• Bringing a refillable drink bottle  

• Bringing lunch, including morning and afternoon tea 

• Dressing for the weather with sun protection (hat, sunscreen, cool clothing), wet weather gear (raincoat, shoes and change of clothes), and warm layers 

• Wearing enclosed footwear 

• Providing the Educator with a medical treatment plan and clearly labelled medicine (with the child’s name and instructions) at drop-off, should medication be required. Examples include EpiPen for anaphylaxis, asthma inhaler, or allergy medication. 

Your responsibilities if you feel unwell 

I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that all attendees associated with this booking do not attend if: 

• We/I show any COVID-19, infectious disease or virus symptoms or feel unwell 

• We/I have had a fever, diarrhoea or vomiting within 12 hours or at the time of the program 

• We/I have been asked to self-isolate 

• We/I have had a positive COVID-19 test result and continue to have symptoms. 

If any of the above apply to you or any attendee associated with this booking, we request that you do not attend this program. In this instance, please contact us via email on education@gsp.nsw.gov.au to arrange for a refund of your ticket.