Bach to the Bush - Solo Cello in the Forest
What a start to 2019! We shared an exquisite outdoor solo cello music performance in our quiet, natural forest setting. We also had our first ever electric car visit –...
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Callicoma Hill News
Ecotourism audit success!
Over five years ago, Callicoma Hill Eco-cabins at Mount Royal in the Hunter Valley of NSW, obtained ecotourism certification from Ecotourism Australia, our peak industry body. This means that our...
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Ludwig Leichhardt at Mount Royal
Famous explorer Ludwig Leichhardt climbed Mount Royal exactly 176 years ago. He explored the plants, animals and landscapes of the area. Today you can retrace his journey on a bushwalk from Callicoma Hill.When...
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Science surveys at Callicoma Hill
With nature surrounding us at Callicoma Hill, seasonal changes are always apparent. There are signs of Spring in the air even though nights are cool and wintery. Some ground orchids...
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Starry nights & campfires in winter
The starlit sky on cold winter nights at Callicoma Hill is inspiring. A recent guest wrote how “the stars and planets were brilliant. Scorpio, Libra, Jupiter and Saturn were all impressive...
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Thinking about an autumn getaway in the forest?
Autumn is our favourite time of year at Callicoma Hill Eco-cabins, in the northern mountains of the Hunter Valley. After a long hot summer, the days become milder and shorter,...
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Winter camping
For many people, winter at Mount Royal Bunkhouse & Camping is the best time of year. Although it can be cold overnight, days are generally fine and sunny in our...
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World Environment Day and bushwalking
What did you do for World Environment Day earlier this month (June 5)? This day is an annual reminder that everyone needs to respect the natural world that surrounds and sustains...
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