Book your family into our Twilight in the Forest spectacular at the Perth Hills Discovery Centre and camp at the Mardoo 1 campsite for the night. We will discover nocturnal wonders and visions of the cosmos during this interactive night time experience. Take part in an interactive exploration of  nocturnal insects led by invertebrate expert David Knowles. You will get the chance to participate in a special insect trapping session using scientific equipment, with plenty of chances to take photos of these extraordinary night time invertebrates. 

We will also gain insights into the effects of light pollution on our wildlife. Enjoy a night-time talk under the stars, telescope viewing of the moon and an introduction to our superb Western Australian landscapes and wonders of the southern night sky's, inspired by Dr Goldsmith’s latest astrophotography book “Visions of the Cosmos”. 

To enhance your twilight experience, we're also treating the whole family to a sausage sizzle. 

Head to the explore parks https://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au/site/perth-hills-discovery-centre-campground to find out more about the Perth hills discovery Centre Campground. 

Mardoo 1 is located next to Mardoo 2 campsite. These campsites are located next to each other. Good for families with two tents or friends. Check in is at 2pm on Saturday 13th January 2024.

Please note you must supply your own camping equipment.  

Campfire pits are not available for use during summer.

If you have any questions, please email knowyourpatch@dbca.wa.gov.au

Please note that our campout activities are carried out with recommendations and advice from the WA government to ensure the health and safety of our participants, staff and volunteers.   

We want to ensure our participants are happy, healthy and safe during and after their experience, so we appreciate your understanding for the below conditions: 

- A full refund will be provided for any cancellations more than 48 hours before the start time of the activity.  

- Please do not attend if any of your family members are unwell and displaying possible Covid-19 symptoms, have been in recent contact with a confirmed Covid-19 case or have been advised to self-isolate.  

- If any of the attending members arrive with a cough, runny nose or fever, Nearer to Nature has the right to ask that you not participate in the activity.  

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