Canberra Nature Park facts for kids
The Canberra Nature Park is a special group of 33 protected areas found in and around Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. These areas are like natural playgrounds, ranging from bushy hills to flat, grassy lands. Many parts of the park were once used for grazing animals, but now they are being brought back to their natural state through special planting and care programs.
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What is the Canberra Nature Park?
The Canberra Nature Park is not just one big park. It's a collection of many smaller natural areas. These areas are protected to keep them wild and healthy. They are home to many different plants and animals.
Why are these areas protected?
Many of Canberra's inner hills, like Black Mountain, Mount Ainslie, Mount Majura, and Red Hill, are part of this park system. These hills are protected from new buildings by a plan called the National Capital Plan. This plan was created by Walter Burley Griffin, who designed Canberra. The protected hills make Canberra a beautiful city with lots of nature close by.
How can you visit the parks?
Most people in Canberra live very close to a part of the Canberra Nature Park. This means it's easy to walk or run in these natural spaces. The park areas are usually surrounded by simple wire fences or house fences. There are special gates for people to enter. Motorbikes are not allowed, which helps keep the parks peaceful and safe for walkers. Some parks with mountains also have water reservoirs. These are part of Canberra's water supply system.
Exploring the Nature Park
The Canberra Nature Park is a great place to explore nature. You can see many different types of plants and animals. It's a perfect spot for hiking, birdwatching, or just enjoying the outdoors. Remember to stay on marked paths to protect the plants and animals.
Images for kids
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One of many Grey kangaroos in Canberra's Nature Parks, this one near Mount Majura
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View of the Tuggeranong Valley and Brindabella Mountains from Wanniassa Hills Nature Reserve
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Nature park entrance to Red Hill reserve showing typical fencing.
