The traditional lives of the Yinggarda people have been governed by the changing seasons for millennia. At different times of the year, certain foods are in abundance, while seasonal indicators like the bees emerging from their burrows or wildflowers blooming, signal the arrival of a new season.
Each of our seasonal tours are located in and around Carnarvon making them the ideal add-on to the Cultural Town Tour or as a standalone experience. We also offer extended tours for special interest groups like photographic and student study groups
Yinggarda six Seasons
BURROWING BEES
EARLY SPRING
Emerging from burrows in claypans in early spring, Dawson’s burrowing bee is unique to the Gascoyne. The short lived, frenzied breeding cycle of the bee occurs only in select locations. Experience this unique phenomena and learn about the significance of the bee, both as a traditional seasonal food source and as an important part of Yinggarda Dreaming.
From June through to September the red desert come alive with a spectacular burst of colour. For the Yinggarda people this is a time of celebration and ceremony. Join us on a Wildflower Walkabout, discover the significance of this special time, hear a traditional cultural song and cultural interpretation of the wildflower season.
Bushfoods are available year round, but at certain times of the year, the diversity and abundance will amaze you.
On a 3 hour walking tour we’ll forage for seasonal bushfoods and share some of the secrets of the land that have sustained the Yinggarda people for many thousands of years. Then join a yarning circle and enjoy fresh billie tea and bushfood from traditional Yandii (foraging bowl).
The Gascoyne’s night skies are some of the best in the world for stargazing and astro photography. Let us share some of our favourite stargazing spots with you and share Yinggarda Dreaming stories of the night sky. Kangaroo curry and damper cooked in the coals is available upon request.
