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Beyond books: Kinder Bush program in full swing

By Grace Carter

Mar 8, 2024

Hooked on nature: Ciara Stafford, 5, fishing during the Bush Kinder program. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Kids from Nathalia Preschool and Barmah Kindergarten went to Uncle Bob’s Park in Nathalia as part of their Bush Kinder program on Thursday, March 7.

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The collaborative program, aimed at offering children enriching natural and outdoor experiences within the local community, is also supported by the Angler Club to support the kids’ interest in fishing.

News photographer Rechelle Zammit was there to see what the youngsters caught at the park.

Waterside explorations: Edward Burston, 4, catching yabbies with a net. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Nature’s classroom: Bush Kinder staff, students and members of the Nathalia Angling Club. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Waterside explorations: Toby Morcombe, 5, with a yabby at Uncle Bob’s Park. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Proud catch: Romano Patten, 4, with a fish he caught. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Junior anglers in action: Brandon Ang, 5, shows patience. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Casting curiosity: Harley Keeble, 4, checks his yabby net. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Tiny anglers, big success: A yabby that was caught by one of the students. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Splash of excitement: Lexi Williams, 4, fishing at the Bush Kinder program. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Little fishermen, big adventures: Edwin Lindsay, 5. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

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