NRCL Eco Education Environment Discovery Centre
Welcome to our Environment Discovery Centre here at Warburton. Within the walls of this unique building you will find many hidden wonders. Our centre comprises of two hidden forests which provide a habitat for our live animals, including our sugar gliders "Sweetie & Butters".
We have an extensive collection of taxidermed animals that both children and adults can touch, finding out what makes our native fauna animals so special.
Be transported back in time and go on a historical expedition into the Upper Yarra Valley's past, discovering its rich history in the timber and gold mining industries. Learn about the spirit of a town under siege with the fires and floods it has faced.
Guarding our aboriginal artifacts corner is Bunjil the Eagle the supreme god and creator. He is the caretaker of our collection of cultural heritage and artifacts that we have here.
Our centre is very much a hands on destination, allowing you to use all of your five senses. Here at NRCL our aim is for you to learn what a privilege it is to live in the pristine environment of Warburton that we call home. And what better time to head to Warburton to explore our beautiful environment and visit snow covered Mt Donna Buang.
Featured Education Programs at NRCL
INSIDE FORESTS
A program for all levels of student. Take a fascinating tour of the historic cool temperate rain forest & Mountain Ash forest around the Upper Yarra catchment area, meet the inhabitants and learn why it is essential for us to respect preserve our beautiful environment. Read more here...
VCE PROGRAMS
VCE Biology Unit 2 & Environmental Science Unit 3 are targeted programs exploring the ecosystems of the region and the environment of endangered species. Read more here...
NATURAL RESOURCES
CONSERVATION LEAGUE
'Hands-on' Environment Discovery Centre Warburton Waterwheel
OPEN DAILY
3400 Warburton Hwy, Warburton, VIC, 3799
P O Box 577, Warburton
(03) 5966 5822
