Environmental Conservation Adventures with Pittwater Eco Adventures
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness comfortable with paddling, walking up to 5 km per day, and engaging in manual activities like gardening.
Overview
Join Pittwater Eco Adventures’ 5-day Gold Duke of Edinburgh program in Lavender Bay for hands-on environmental conservation—beach cleanups, eco-kayaking, and cultural immersion await.
2025 - Gold Residential Project : Reshaping Waste
5 Days • Ocean Conservation and Waste • Hands-on Learning
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About This Adventure
Join the Gold Duke of Edinburgh program for a transformative 5-day adventure focused on environmental conservation. Engage in beach cleanups, recycling workshops, and cultural immersion while exploring coastal ecosystems. Experience eco-kayaking, bushwalking, and hands-on gardening, all while making a positive impact and creating lasting memories with fellow students.
Are you a school or student looking for a Gold Duke of Edinburgh program with purpose?
Duration
5 Days
About
- Open Program
- For school aged students only
- Must be enrolled in Gold at the time of attending
Pittwater Eco Adventures run this trip four times per year. All of our programs have a strong Environment Conservation focus, underpinned by our two campaign chapters “Reshaping Waste” (based in Manly and Belrose) and “Caring for Country” (based in Pittwater).
Elements included in the Reshaping Waste program are ocean and beach cleanup, plastic recycling, eco- kayak and SUP tours and indigenous education provided by an aboriginal-owned partner company.
This is an open trip with limited spaces available, so get in quick. All dinners are included in the cost.
Starting Details: Please meet outside the Manly Art Gallery (near the old aquarium site) at 8:30am.
What to bring
Important note regarding meals: Dinners are provided each day but please bring breakfasts, lunches and all the snacks you need for the week. We have basics such as salt and pepper, tea and coffee, and milk for hot drinks (including soy and almond). Please bring your own milk for breakfast if required.
Adventure Tips
Pack Meals for the Day
Dinners are provided, but bring your own breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for sustained energy during activities.
Wear Sturdy Footwear
Expect a mix of bushwalks and beach activities—closed-toe shoes with good grip are recommended.
Bring Reusable Water Bottle
Hydration is key during paddling and outdoor workshops; tap water is readily available for refills.
Prepare for Sun Exposure
Apply sunscreen daily and consider a wide-brimmed hat and UV-protective clothing for waterfront sessions.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Superb fairy-wren flitting among coastal shrubs
- Eastern water dragons basking near freshwater inlets
History
Lavender Bay and nearby Manly hold strong ties to the Guringai people, the traditional custodians of this coastal region for thousands of years.
Conservation
The local campaigns ‘Reshaping Waste’ and ‘Caring for Country’ focus on reducing plastic pollution and restoring native habitats through youth-led initiatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy Walking Shoes
Necessary for bushwalks and uneven coastal terrain.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during outdoor activities.
Sun Hat and Sunscreen
Protect yourself from intense sun during paddling and beach work.
summer specific
Light Rain Jacket
Useful for sudden showers and cooler weather.
spring|fall|winter specific