1. Eligibility

To apply for the Wildnest Winter Wood Weekend, applicants must:

● Be 18 years or older.
● Own and bring their own chainsaw.
● Be experienced and confident using a chainsaw safely.
● Bring their own chainsaw fuel, bar oil and any required chainsaw materials.
● Bring and wear appropriate safety gear/PPE, including suitable footwear, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves and protective clothing.
● Have access to a suitable AWD or 4WD vehicle to access the Wildnest Wilderness property.
● Be physically able and willing to complete a full day of outdoor manual work.
● Be willing to follow all safety directions provided by Wildnest.
● Be willing to sign any required safety waiver before participating.

Wildnest reserves the right to decline any application at its discretion.

2. What is included

Successful applicants will receive:

● A complimentary two-night stay at Wildnest Wilderness from 1st August to 3rd August 2026.
● Accommodation for the selected applicant and one guest.
● Access to the property for the agreed weekend dates.
● The opportunity to be part of the Wildnest Winter Wood Weekend.

The complimentary stay is provided in exchange for the selected applicant’s participation in one full day of agreed wood chopping, moving and stacking work.

The applicant’s guest is welcome to assist if they meet the safety requirements, but they are not required to participate.

3. What is not included

The following are not included:

● Travel to and from Wildnest Wilderness.
● Food and beverages.
● Chainsaw, fuel, bar oil or chainsaw materials.
● Safety gear/PPE.
● Vehicle costs, fuel or recovery costs.
● Personal insurance.
● Any additional activities, services or items not expressly included.

4. Commitment bond

Successful applicants will be required to pay a $250 refundable commitment bond to secure their place.

This bond is designed to ensure that selected places go to people who are genuinely able to attend and participate. As Wildnest is providing complimentary accommodation for the weekend, late cancellations or no-shows may result in lost business and an unfilled place.

The commitment bond will be refunded after the weekend, provided the selected applicant:

● Attends the weekend.
● Arrives with the required equipment, safety gear and suitable vehicle.
● Participates in the agreed full day of work.
● Follows reasonable safety and property directions.

5. Cancellations by participants

If a selected applicant needs to cancel, they must notify Wildnest as soon as possible.

The following cancellation conditions apply:

● Cancellations made more than 14 days before the event date will receive a full refund of the commitment bond.
● Cancellations made within 14 days of the event date may result in forfeiture of the commitment bond, unless Wildnest is able to fill the place from the waitlist.
● No-shows will result in forfeiture of the commitment bond.
● If an applicant arrives without the required equipment, safety gear or suitable vehicle, Wildnest may treat this as non-participation and the bond may be forfeited.
● If an applicant attends but is unwilling or unable to complete the agreed work, the bond may be forfeited.

6. Cancellations or changes by Wildnest

Wildnest reserves the right to cancel, postpone or alter the weekend due to:

● Unsafe weather conditions.
● Fire danger.
● Property access issues.
● Operational requirements.
● Safety concerns.
● Any other circumstances outside Wildnest’s reasonable control.

If Wildnest cancels the weekend, the commitment bond will be refunded in full.

Wildnest is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by applicants or guests, including travel, vehicle, equipment or food costs.

7. Safety

Safety is the highest priority for the Wildnest Winter Wood Weekend.

All participants must:

● Use their equipment safely and responsibly.
● Wear appropriate safety gear/PPE.
● Follow all safety instructions given by Wildnest.
● Only operate equipment they are experienced and confident using.
● Not participate while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any substance that may impair judgement or ability.
● Immediately stop work if asked to do so by Wildnest.

Wildnest reserves the right to remove any participant from the working activity if their behaviour, equipment or approach is considered unsafe.

8. Chainsaw and equipment responsibility

Participants are responsible for bringing and maintaining their own chainsaw and equipment.

Wildnest is not responsible for:

● Damage to personal equipment.
● Mechanical failure.
● Lost or stolen equipment.
● Fuel, oil or equipment costs.
● Injury caused by improper or unsafe use of equipment.

Participants must ensure their chainsaw and equipment are suitable, safe and in good working order before arriving.

9. Property access

Wildnest Wilderness is located on a rural property with unsealed roads and changing access conditions.

Applicants must have a suitable AWD or 4WD vehicle. Low vehicles or vehicles unsuitable for unsealed rural roads may not be appropriate.

Wildnest is not responsible for vehicle damage, recovery costs or delays caused by property access conditions.

10. Guest attendance

Each successful applicant may bring one guest for the weekend.

The guest is welcome to enjoy the property while the applicant participates in the working day. If the guest wishes to assist with any wood chopping or manual work, they must meet the relevant safety requirements and follow all Wildnest directions.

Guests must also respect the property rules and any safety directions provided.

11. Photography and content

By attending the Wildnest Winter Wood Weekend, participants and guests acknowledge that Wildnest may capture photo and video content during the weekend.

This content may be used for Wildnest marketing, social media, website, email and promotional purposes.

Anyone who does not wish to be photographed or filmed should advise Wildnest before the weekend begins.

12. Selection of applicants

Submitting an application does not guarantee selection.

Wildnest will review applications and select participants based on suitability, experience, safety requirements, vehicle access, availability and the overall needs of the weekend.

Wildnest’s decision is final.

13. Acceptance of terms

By submitting an application and accepting a place in the Wildnest Winter Wood Weekend, applicants confirm that they have read, understood and agree to these Terms & Conditions.

Successful applicants may also be required to complete a safety waiver before attending.