To provide after-school and holiday programs for children and adolescents centred around fostering experiential learning, hands-on exploration of local ecosystems, and promoting a deeper understanding of the natural world through play.

To build a sense of community among children, adolescents, and their families by creating spaces for shared experiences, fostering connections, and celebrating diversity within the community. This includes a commitment to inclusivity based on ability and neuro-diversity, working towards ensuring that our programs are accessible and welcoming to children of all abilities.

To instil a sense of environmental responsibility in participants for local ecosystems by educating, and developing a deep familiarity with the neighbourhoods they live in, conservation practices, and the importance of bringing back biodiversity to urban settings.

To contribute to the mental health and resilience of children and adolescents by providing a supportive and inclusive environment, fostering curiosity and a love for nature, and offering fun activities that promote stress relief and emotional well-being. This includes a dedication to understanding and accommodating diverse needs, creating an environment that nurtures the mental well-being of all participants.

To acknowledge, respect, and honour the knowledge, wisdom, and stewardship practices of First Nations peoples concerning the local ecosystems in which our programs operate. We strive to incorporate indigenous perspectives into our educational initiatives, fostering a deeper understanding of the land's cultural significance and the ongoing relationship of traditional custodians with Country. Through active collaboration and consultation with First Nations communities, we aim to contribute to the preservation and celebration of their rich cultural heritage.

To ensure that our programs are financially accessible to all families, irrespective of their socio-economic background, by implementing reasonable program fees, offering scholarships, and exploring sliding scale options.

To collaborate with local schools, community organizations, First Nations peoples and communities, and government bodies to enhance the reach and impact of our programs, ensuring a coordinated effort in achieving our objectives. This collaboration includes actively seeking partnerships with organizations specializing in supporting individuals with diverse abilities and needs.tion goes here

To practice and promote sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives in our programs and operations, striving to minimize our ecological footprint and instil environmentally conscious practices in our participants.

To ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and codes of conduct governing the care of children and charitable organisations in Australia, employment of staff with decent, above award wages and conditions, and to maintain a high level of transparency and accountability in our financial and operational activities. This includes a commitment to continuously assess and improve our practices to meet the diverse needs of our participants and uphold the highest standards of care, inclusivity and governance.