(03) 5966 5822
Located in the Yarra Valley at Warburton, alongside the Yarra River and at the gateway to the Yarra Ranges National Park, NRCL has at its doorstep some of the most interesting old growth forest areas in Victoria, a diverse array of fauna, and a rich selection of fascinating natural settings in which to conduct our Environmental Education programs for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary students.
The Natural Resource Conservation League advocates sustainable management of forest ecosystems, provides experiential environmental education (recognising synecologies of plants, soil, water and wildlife), coordinates Arbor Week and administers the tax-deductible NRCL Tree Fund. Download our current brochure here, or view the calendar for ARBOR WEEK 2008.
Environmental Education Programs - Water for Life, Inside Forests
Exploring dry forest, rainforest, and pristine mountain streams highlights crucial values of forest biology, ecology and sustainability. Our 'Water for Life', 'Inside Forests' and other programs are linked to the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS) and web site activities support integrated research which may be conducted back in the classroom.
Biodiversity Incursion Workshops for Primary School students
Natural Resources Conservation League now has available a Biodiversity Workshop suitable for primary classes of up to 30 students per session. The workshops include "Feathered Friends", "Underground Armies", "Liquid Gold", "Scats and Tracks", and "Healthy Habitats". More detailed information will be available soon. Call (03) 5966 5822 for bookings and enquiries.
Education Week
Two days of FREE Inside Forest programs Monday 19th May and Thursday 22nd May for up to 100 students per day
NRCL will be on the move in July 2008
Our move to Warburton has been a great success, and very soon we will be moving into our new home at he Warburton Water Wheel... a landmark building in the main street of Warburton. This will enable us to expand our facilities even further. The move is scheduled for July 2008... watch this space for more details.
Special Deals for New Schools in 2008
During semesters 1 & 2 we are reducing the cost of our environmental education programs for schools that have not booked with us previously. Semester 3 & 4 specials will be online during semester 1.
NRCL Publications
NRCL has available a range of educational and informative publications which can be purchased direct from our office. For more detail see Publications.
Arbor Week Poster Competition
Design the Arbor Week Poster for Arbor Week 2009.
The theme for the poster is: Australian plants – Homes for animals of all shapes and sizes.
The Arbor Week 2009 Poster competition is open to Secondary students in years 11 to 12, to design the Secondary schools poster and Primary School students from Grade 5 to Grade 6, to design the Primary Schools poster.
Prizes will be given to the schools and the artist with the winning posters in both the Primary and Secondary school division
For more information go to poster competition
