Bushtime 2020

BUSHTIME CHECK-IN PROCESS

DateCheck-inCheck-out
27th Dec7am-7pm (gate 1)12pm 2nd Jan
28th Dec7am-11am (gate 1)
28th Dec11am-5pm (reception, gate 4)
29th Dec-1st Jan8am-5pm (reception, gate 4)
  • Proceed to Gate 1 and follow directions from traffic marshals.
  • Check-in gates are drive-through, please remain in your vehicle.
  • Please have your printed or digital tickets ready to be scanned at check-in.
  • Please ensure you have completed the mandatory COVID contact tracing form before arriving for check-in.  This will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to your arrival.

When arriving to Bushtime, please do not queue on Woodrow Road.

When departing Bushtime, please take care when exiting and observe the speed limit.

*(Volunteer, Staff, Stall Holder, Performer, Artists & Contractor check-in is via Gate 4 reception) 

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:

  • Camping site fees
  • Swimming in Lake Gkula
  • Live entertainment
  • Some free workshops (need to be pre-booked)
  • Self-led site activities
  • Citizen science talks

ADDITIONAL COST:

  • Paid workshops (need to be pre-booked)
  • Food stalls
  • Bars
  • Shopping at the General Store

CAMPING

Shower and toilet facilities are available in all camping grounds and there is the General Store for basic supplies, fresh produce and ice.

To ensure you’ve got everything you need for a comfortable stay, check out our Ultimate Packing Guide and tick off as you pack up.

ACCESSIBLE CAMPING

To register for accessible camping at Bushtime you will need to complete an Accessible Camping Registration Form. For more information about our Accessible Camping Area please email reception@woodfordia.com or call 07 5496 1066.

Please note: You may not be able to utilise to our accessible facilities if you do not register prior to Bushtime. We ask that you submit your forms at least 2 weeks prior to your arrival so that we can best cater to your needs.

GENERAL STORE

There is a fully-stocked General Store located next to Lake Gkula area near the entrance to the licenced precinct for those items you left behind. The store will be open from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day.

BUSHTIME INFORMATION HUB

The Bushtime Hub is a dedicated information Hub staffed between 8am – 4pm each day.

Services include;

  • Lost property
  • Information services
  • Maps
  • Workshop and programme information

WHERE CAN I FIND ATMS

There are no ATM’s at Bushtime. Woodford township has ATM’s and is a 5min drive into town. 

BIKE RIDING

It is a great time to go bike riding around Woodfordia so please pack your bikes. Do remember your helmets and please make sure to wear them at all times riding around the site.

CITIZEN SCIENCE TALKS

All the Citizen Science talks at Forest Woodfordia are part of the programme and you do not need to book. Just arrive at the Forest Woodfordia tent.

For all of the Citizen Science workshops and walks you have booked for, please meet at Forrest Woodfordia (except Lake tours, Birdwalks and Sewerage Treatment Plant tour – meet at General Store for these).

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN PREPARING TO CAMP AT  BUSHTIME: 

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BUSHTIME IS IN THE BUSH

Please be mindful that you are in the bush along with all the bush critters. Please keep an eye out for snakes, goannas, spiders and ticks that call Woodfordia home also. First Aid is located next to the General Store and is open 8am – 4pm.

Please call reception on 07 5496 1066 or email reception@woodfordia.com if you have any enquiries.

FACILITIES

While we continue to improve the facilities please remember that our camping grounds are used only a few times a year. Toilet and shower facilities are adequately basic. Peak times for shower queues are in the mornings and later afternoons so please avoid these times if you don’t want to wait. 

CAMPGROUNDS

Because of limited use it is not possible for us to provide perfectly level camp sites with well-manicured lawns. Several thousand trees have been planted in the camping grounds over the last five years but they are mostly too small to provide good shade just yet. 

WEATHER

Bushtime is being held during summer, daytime temperatures are expected to be very warm, and evenings can still be cool. Pack for a range of weather conditions including hot days, cold nights and wet weather.

Please remember to bring your raincoats and umbrellas as all concerts are outdoors and will still go ahead in light rain conditions. Concerts may be cancelled if there is heavy rain and/or thunderstorms.

WATER 

Water is always a precious commodity at Woodford as we are self-sufficient and take all our water from on-site tanks. We would appreciate if all guests would join with us in conserving water in the following ways: restrict yourself to one shower a day, turn the water off when brushing your teeth and please bring some water with you. Those are the basics. There will be information posted around the campground and the Bushtime Hub will be open every day to answer any questions. 

SUGGESTIONS FOR A COMFORTABLE CAMPSITE:

CONSIDER THE WATER COURSE

When choosing a campsite consider where the water will naturally flow in the event of rain, and pitch your tent accordingly. 

RAISE YOUR BEDDING OFF THE GROUND 

A fold-up camp stretcher allows air circulation and protects your bedding from any water that may enter your tent. Keeping your personal belongings off the ground is also a good idea – a fold-up chair makes a great wardrobe or table. 

STANDING ROOM 

Be able to stand inside your tent if possible or have a tarp stretched somewhere for a comfortable covered area. 

BRING YOUR OWN WATER 

All tap water on-site is potable but for conservation and your own convenience please bring all the water you’ll need for the duration.

NO ELECTRICITY AVAILABLE 

There is no electricity available on-site for patron’s campsites unless they require it for life-support equipment (disabled camping area). 

NO GENERATORS PERMITTED IN THE CAMPGROUNDS 

Please note that use of generators in the campgrounds is not permitted due to noise and pollution concerns. 

ONE CAR PER CAMPSITE 

Please only keep one car per campsite in the campgrounds. Other cars should be parked in the front car park. Please do not drive around the campgrounds once you have set-up your campsite. 

*Please ensure your car pass is visible in your front window whilst on-site* 

KEEP YOUR VALUABLES SAFE 

Theft can be a problem as at any large event, so please do not bring anything of value to the campgrounds other than what is absolutely necessary. All valuables remain the responsibility of the camper. 

NO FIRES, GLASS OR ANIMALS ARE ALLOWED IN THE CAMPGROUNDS OR IN THE LICENCED PRECINCT.

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We look forward to seeing you at Bushtime this year for a fantastic camping experience.