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CAMPference 2025
7TH ANNUAL TEACHER NATURE CONFERENCE
Join us for a professional development weekend of unhurried and immersive hands-on learning, outdoor play, networking, idea sharing and nature connection!
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Immerse. Play. Connect. Ignite.
Imagine a professional development experience that doesn't just train you, it also ignites your teaching practice and nurtures your wellbeing. CAMPference is where learning happens not in sterile conference rooms, but amidst rustling trees, open skies, and the vibrant energy of nature.
Who Belongs at CAMPference?
CAMPference isn't just another conference—it's a community. While primarily designed for early and primary years educators, our inclusive philosophy means there's a welcoming space for anyone passionate about nature-based learning:
- Nature Play Practitioners
- Homeschoolers, Unschoolers and Wildschoolers
- Allied Health Professionals
- School Wellbeing Specialists
- Disability Support Educators
- Playgroup Leaders
- Council Education Staff
- Environmental Educators
- Librarians
- Nature and Art Therapists
- Camp Leaders
- Outside School Hours Care Professionals
If you're passionate about learning more about the powerful role that outdoor play and nature connection can have for children and for your teaching practice, and you want to connect with and learn alongside others who share your passion too, we'd love for you to join us.
What Makes CAMPference Unique?
What really sets this weekend PD apart is the unhurried opportunity to connect and have quality time to share ideas, challenges and inspiration with like-minded people.
So, whether you’re taking your first steps outside on your journey towards incorporating nature inspired learning and outdoor play, or you already integrate lots of nature play and learning into your work but want to extend your knowledge and deepen your practice, CAMPference is for you.
Why YOU should join us at CAMPference
Nurture YOUR wellbeing, grow your confidence and refresh your skills
You'll grow your confidence and knowledge at CAMPference, BUT more importantly, you'll be making your wellbeing a priority with a refreshing weekend devoted to connecting with nature, play and the things that are important to YOU.
"I used to think nature was a side obsession for me, that what I wanted to do was on the fringes and that my professional experiences were not likely to combine with personal interest. Now I know it’s possible, and actually works better, if I can bring all parts of me to everything I do (nature, education, children, and learning). Meeting great people at CAMPference confirms this! - Lisa, EC Consultant
Plenty of time and opportunity to engage with presenters
CAMPference presenters stay and play with us all weekend, so there's plenty of time to pick their brains, share your experiences and have authentic conversations with them.
"I thoroughly enjoyed all of my interactions with the facilitators, both during the sessions and in conversation. Having the opportunity to engage with each facilitator separate to the sessions was highly valuable and informative. Thank you for providing such a welcoming and collaborative space. CAMPference has such a great culture and usually developing a culture takes a LOT more time than a few short years so well done!" - Zoe, Centre Director
Connect and network with likeminded people
Whether it's your first time at CAMPference or you're one of our returning "groupies" (many come back every year), you'll make lots of genuine personal and professional connections!
An awesome weekend nurturing nature with fellow nature lovers., so glad we get the chance to be together with some minded people enjoying this wonderful country we live in. Can't wait for the next one! - Angie, Family Day Care Educator
An inspiring and connecting PD experience for you and your team
When teams of educators come to CAMPference together, they always tell us that it is such an uplifting and inspiring experience, both individually and for their team.
"Thank you for a weekend of connecting with nature, inspiration, knowledge and fun. My team and I gained so much more than we could have imagined. Excellent Excellent Excellent!" - Christine, Educational Leader
What You'll Learn At CAMPference
During this unique and immersive conference you'll get LOTS of fun, engaging, thoughtful and hands-on training to help you to get your kids, class and YOU outdoors and connecting with nature more easily and more often.
Some of the things you will experience at CAMPference include:
Meet The CAMPference Team & Presenters
The Presenters and Program for 2025 are being finalised. We'll be adding all the details below as they're confirmed and we know you're going to LOVE what we've got planned for you this year.
The CAMPference team and presenters come from within our own networks and many have loved being CAMPference attendees in past years. Some have joined us EVERY year! This means they've experienced for themselves the wonderfully unique culture of shared beliefs, values and practices, and the nurturing environment that CAMPference is known for.
Through connection and deep conversations with other CAMPference attendees, they have a unique understanding of what they believe they can share from their practice and experience that can be most helpful to others on this journey.
tania
moloney
founder, nurture in nature & Campference host
DANIEL
BURTON
Co-founder,
Educated by nature
SARAH
WOMERSLEY
Early Childhood teacher & nature pedagogue
Jamila
Darmanin
Early Childhood Teacher,
Educator Mentor & Consultant
LiZ
HAINES
Y discovery camps anglesea Kids Go Bush Nature Program Coordinator
danielle
bain
Y discovery camps anglesea Kids Go Bush Nature Program facilitator
katie
jacobson
kindergarten teacher,
early childhood consultant
Julie
grahame
Early childhood teacher & primary school teacher
jennifer
BONS
director & Kindergarten teacher
DIANA
BARNETT
EDUCATOR & campference
SUPPORT crew
stay tuned
nature ninja, boobook & stick
campference
mascots
this could
be you in 2026!
Do you have a hands on workshop you'd like to run or a skill that you would to share at CAMPference 2026?
If you've got an idea for an interactive workshop you'd like to present at a CAMPference please get in touch.
Contact: tania@nurtureinnature.com.au or call 0409 843 965
Workshops, Walkshops, Experiences & Sharing Circles
The Full Program for 2025 is COMING SOON but here's a taste of some of the great workshops and topics from the 2024 CAMPference.
Reading & Responding to the Rhythms of Nature & Your Group
Visit to Bullarto Primary School
Indigenous Shelter Building
Making Natural Musical Instruments
Nature Games for Social & Emotional Wellbeing
Nature Inspired
Dancing & Mindful Movement
Nature Music & Singalongs
Wayapa
Wuurrk
Natural Braiding & Cordage Techniques
Nurturing Your Own Nature Connection
Nature Puppets & Props
Nordic
Slinging
Wild
Kitchen
Campfire
Cooking
Deep
Listening
Plenty of Unhurried
Networking Time
Collaborative CAMPference Creation
Campference Reflections World Café
Nature Book Nook
The Nature Bus
Here's what people say about CAMPference
"Amazing, fun, hands on learning"
The whole experience was amazing, fun, hands on learning which is perfect for me. Plus being in nature with such beauty surrounding us. Also the opportunity to meet new people, learn new ideas, share. I feel every part of CAMPference was amazing.
Julie Minter
Early Childhood Teacher
"Connect and share knowledge and nature pedagogy, adaptable across multiple ages."
CAMPference was a fabulous opportunity to connect with educators from across Australia and share knowledge and nature pedagogy. Workshops were all action packed fun and content could easily be adapted across multiple ages. Loved, loved, loved it and would definitely attend again!
Michelle Allen
Teacher (Early Childhood, Primary & Secondary), Birrigai Outdoor School
"Endless possibilities and learning opportunities"
What an incredible weekend with so many amazing people! I’m so thankful and great full that I had the opportunity to attend CAMPference with our team! My mind is blown by the endless possibilities and learning opportunities for children in nature! I can’t wait to implement and help educators embed these new ideas into everyday practices at the services and begin incorporating more nature based play! Thank you Tania for creating this amazing event to showcase learning from a different perspective!
Courtney Donegan
Early Years Educator,
Warrnambool City Council
"Endless possibilities and learning opportunities"
“My heart is overflowing with positive regard for Tania, her team, and all the presenters. Everyone was welcoming, kind, and so generous with sharing their expertise. The connections and interactions with like-minded people are priceless.”
Carolyn French
Primary School Teacher
"A chance to collaborate and support each other"
Once again another fabulous CAMPference where like minded educators have the chance to collaborate and support each other on the journey of Nature in Education and Outdoor Play.
Joanne Pegg
Principal,
Bullarto Primary School
"Head outdoors and the lesson will find us!"
I used to think that I needed to create a lesson to head outdoors. Now I think to go outdoors and the lesson will find us! Thank you Tania!
Paul Thompson
Primary School Teacher
Book your spot for CAMPference 2025 below...
Limited Spaces - Previous Years Have Sold Out Pretty Quickly.
Payment Plans Available. Ask us about our Group Rate for 5+ Educators from the same centre/school.
If you require Tax Invoice prior to payment, please call Tania on 0409 843 965 or email tania@nurtureinnature.com.au with the name to go on the invoice and names of person/s you're booking for.
A NOTE FOR VICTORIAN KINDERGARTEN SERVICES: CAMPference is part of Nurture in Nature's School Readiness Funding Menu item inclusions. Depending on interest through School Readiness Funding, we may consider running 2 CAMPference events each year in 2025/26. Please get in touch if you wish to use your SRF Funding to come to CAMPference in 2025/26
CAMPFERENCE 2025 REGISTRATION
$800.00 plus GST
CHOOSE FROM TWO SECURE PAYMENT OPTIONS
OPTION 1 - Direct Deposit (Bank Transfer)
To PAY BY DIRECT DEPOSIT please use the following bank details for payment.
Account Name: Stressworks Pty Ltd
BSB: 083-543
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 760400592
BANK: NAB
Ref: Your Surname & First Initial
If you need Tax Invoice, prior to payment, please email details with the name to go on the invoice to tania@nurtureinnature.com.au.
If you need a Tax Invoice after payment, please email proof of payment to tania@nurtureinnature.com.au and we will send you a tax invoice. Nurture in Nature is a trading name of Stressworks Pty Ltd.
CAMPference is part of Nurture in Nature's School Readiness Funding Menu item inclusions. Please get in touch if you wish to use your SRF Funding to come to CAMPference.
If you wish to take up the Payment Plan option, just tick the box on the registration form that you'll be redirected to when you choose this option. We'll then get in touch and send you a tax invoice and details of how to pay the instalments.
OPTION 2 - PayPal or Credit Card
To PAY BY PAYPAL OR CREDIT CARD you can choose to pay in Full or take up the Payment Plan option on the checkout page.
Once your payment has been processed, we'll be automatically notified and we'll send you a tax invoice for your records.
SEE YOU AT CAMPFERENCE 2025!
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We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia and recognise the deep knowledge, connection and caring relationship they have to the land and waters on which we play, learn and explore. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
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