Day Trips / Nature Programmes

Organiser : Malaysian Nature Society

Target Audience : Pre-school childrenschool childrenuniversity students corporate groupssocietiesclubsgovernment agencies

Malaysian Nature Society

Overview :

The programmes involve experiential and hands-on learning approaches used during activities in the botanic garden

Objective :

To develop and provide holistic environmental programme based on the social, personal as well as the ecological components of the environment. 

The programme activities also encourage leadership skills and a positive attitude towards the environment and nature through experiential, participatory learning.

Course Content :

Guided tour of Rimba Ilmu and its scientific and conservation functions 

Plant and animal ecology 

Birdwatching 

Useful tropical plant and forest resources 

Special conservation topics 

Recycling of waste materials 

Environmental games 

Nature-oriented activities, e.g., nature craft, nature hunt, etc. 

Delivery Method : Talks & Slide ShowsHands-on activities on field

Frequency : Generally about 40 programmes per year

Venue : Rimba Ilmu Environmental Education Programme

Contact Hours : Throughout the programme

Collaborating Organisation : Rimba Ilmu, University Malaya