Empowering you to bring the wonder and joy of nature to young children.
This event is facilitated by the Nature Education Network, a group of committed educators and parents with a variety of skills and interests but all with the underlying passion of the natural world and educating children through nature.
2025 is the last opportunity to attend this amazing conference!
Imagine spending an entire weekend listening to world leaders and inspirational speakers. All the while connecting yourself to the beauty that surrounds you.
Location: Redwood Valley farm is in a rural area roughly half way between Tauranga and Rotorua.
Click on the Register button to visit the conference webpages, where you can learn more and find details for registration.
Join a growing worldwide movement of educators, parents, playscape designers, academics and policy makers who believe nature is a powerful teacher and experiencing risk is its ally.
You’ll experience 2 ½ days of:
❉ World class speakers & presentations
❉ Engaging practical and nurturing workshops
❉ Thought/practice/life-changing conversations
❉ Delicious lunches and dinners served al fresco
❉ A majestic venue and the earth beneath your feet
❉ Hands-on workshops
❉ Play and creativity
❉ And plenty of heart and magic!
"There’s something for everyone. Creative workshops, informative workshops, discussions. and the speakers. Wow. I take away so much and it’s always heartfelt. This is the place to be!”
- Niki Buchan, Keynote speaker 2019
