Seniors Festival 2025: Uncle Rick's Waaman Tour

This Seniors Month, embark on an enriching journey with Uncle Rick Nelson, a revered Jaara Elder, as he guides you through the heart of Jaara Country. Uncle Rick’s Elder-led cultural tours offer an authentic immersion into ancient traditions and practices. 

Join Uncle Rick as we explore significant sites, share ancestral stories, and celebrate the vibrant living culture of Jaara people.

All tours depart from Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre right in the heart of Castlemaine on Jaara Country.  

Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Meeting Point: Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre
End Point: Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre (participants will be dropped back at the end).
Cost: Free

Accessibility: The tour is designed to be accessible, ensuring a comfortable pace with plenty of opportunities to rest and enjoy the surroundings. There will be sections of the tour where some moderate-paced walking on uneven ground will be required.

There are limited places, secure your spot now to not miss out and join us for an enlightening exploration of Jaara culture and Country. 

Tour participants will be picked up and dropped off at the Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre.

Please ensure you bring water, a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes.