Mindfulness in nature
A gentle step away from everyday life and into native bushland. Join a guided session with Bri, or explore the reserve at your own pace with our self-guided mindfulness walks.
- 1 hr Per session
- Free To attend
Guided Walks
You’re warmly invited to join us for a gentle, guided mindfulness walk in nature with Bri.
These one-hour sessions offer an opportunity to slow down, connect with the natural environment, and cultivate present-moment awareness. Through guided prompts and quiet reflection, we’ll explore the sights, sounds and sensations of the landscape while grounding ourselves in mindful movement.
No prior experience with mindfulness is needed, just comfortable walking shoes and a willingness to pause and notice.
Whether you’re seeking a moment of calm, connection, or simply time outdoors, we’d love to have you join us.
All welcome.
Upcoming Events
Audio guide
Walk Lightly, Embrace Nature Series
Every walk has a free, mindfulness-guided audio companion — a gentle, narrated journey around the reserve, available through our free Yarran Dheran app. Phone reception can be patchy on the trails, so it's built to download for offline use: save the walk while you're connected, then listen and navigate anywhere along the trail — no signal needed.
Tip: once you're in the app, open your walk and tap Save offline before you set off.
On Android, iPad, or a computer? The full experience — including offline downloads — also works at app.yarrandheran.org. A dedicated Android app is on the way.
Plan Your Visit
Practical details for your visit to Yarran Dheran.
The Information Centre is usually open Sundays, 2:00–4:00pm, subject to volunteer availability and fire conditions.
Getting There
Main entrance on Ashburton Drive, Mitcham. Parking nearby, public transport within walking distance. Get directions ›
Facilities
Toilets, drinking water, picnic tables and lawn areas near the Information Centre.
Walking Access
Tracks connect from the Information Centre to Mullum Mullum Creek and the wider reserve walk network.
Good For
Families, casual walkers, school groups and anyone after a quiet bushland visit close to suburbia.
Report Vandalism or Rubbish
Report vandalism or illegal dumping via the Snap, Send, Solve app.
Injured Wildlife
Contact a Wildlife Rescue organisation — details on our FAQ page.