Embark on a wild weekend quest — your family's next great adventure starts here!

Ready to turn your weekend into an unforgettable adventure? Step into the wild with our Saturday Family Challenges — thrilling 3-hour missions designed to bring families together through exploration, problem-solving, and hands-on fun.

Each themed session is a quest where families work together — kids, teens, adults, and grandparents — to crack clues, tackle nature-based challenges, and uncover the hidden wonders of the environment.

Which themed challenge will your family pick? It’s the perfect weekend activity for everyone — no matter your age or experience level. Book your spot, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready to make memories that last. Choose your mission below — if you dare!

Events will be hosted at the Coastal Environment Centre. Sessions are designed for families to participate together. Children and teens must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings essential. 

Sat 14 Feb
1.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Family in nature

Wild Family Projects - Survival in the Wild

Think you could survive in the wild? Discover how nature can provide everything you need—from shelter to clean water and warmth. This hands-on family adventure invites you to explore the wild side of teamwork, creativity, and outdoor fun!
Pelican Path - Coastal Environment Centre North Narrabeen
Wild Projects (CEC), Council Events, CEC Events, Aquatic, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 28 Feb
1.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Family in rockpools

Wild Family Projects - Marine Exploration

Dive into the world beneath the waves! Become marine explorers for a day as your family takes on ocean-themed challenges, discovers fascinating sea life, and learns how marine scientists uncover the secrets of the deep.
Pelican Path - Coastal Environment Centre North Narrabeen
Wild Projects (CEC), Council Events, CEC Events, Aquatic, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 14 Mar
1.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Nature crafts

Wild Family Projects - Nature Crafts

Can you craft with the wild? Get creative with nature in this hands-on family challenge! Discover how leaves, sticks, seeds and more can be transformed into beautiful, sustainable creations you’ll be proud to take home.
Pelican Path - Coastal Environment Centre North Narrabeen
Wild Projects (CEC), Council Events, CEC Events, Aquatic, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 28 Mar
1.00 PM - 4.00 PM
People climbing over rocks

Wild Family Projects - Fossils and Ancient Life

Ready to uncover ancient secrets? Become a family of fossil explorers as you search the shoreline for traces of prehistoric life! Discover the wonders hidden in stone and connect through challenge, curiosity, and adventure.
Pelican Path - Coastal Environment Centre North Narrabeen
Wild Projects (CEC), Council Events, CEC Events, Aquatic, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability