New exhibition shares stories from the forest

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Visit the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Rainforest Discovery Centre for the new new 'Stories from the Forest' interactive exhibition.

A new "Stories from the Forest" interactive exhibition awaits at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Rainforest Discovery Centre!

The forest is brimming with stories waiting to be discovered, and you're invited to explore and enjoy these captivating tales.  

The exhibition offers something for all ages and is the perfect school holiday activity - continuing daily from 9.30am to 3.30pm (excluding public holidays) throughout the year.

What you can look forward to

Write a letter to your favourite tree: visit the giant fig tree and pen a heartfelt letter to your leafy friend.

Listen to a Jinibara story: hear the captivating tale of the carpet python and the storm, a story passed down through generations.

Record your own story: share your experience of visiting Mary Cairncross in the cozy audio recording nook upstairs.

Junior ranger and nature journaling kits: borrow these kits for free and use them as you explore the forest track and Rainforest Discovery Centre.

Create a story map: design a map of your walk in the forest and add your own adventures to it.

Find out more on the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve website

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