APS Events Calendar:
APS-Adelaide Monthly Integration Circle (September)
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 9 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
Brisbane Chapter Monthly Meet Ups
Monthly Meetups: on the third Sunday of each month from 11am to 3pm APS Brisbane hosts a meetup in New Farm Park between the gazebo and the End of the Road cafe. All are welcome! We often have guest speakers, please join our Brisbane chapter Facebook page for more details. You can email Brisbane@psychedelicsociety.org.au if you don’t use FB.
APS-Goldfields Psychedelic Stories
Join the Australian Psychedelic Society's Goldfields group for our first psychedelic stories event.
We hope to create a welcoming, safe, and non-judgemental space in which to share experiences, insights, and cautionary tales with fellow travellers. If you'd prefer to share stories you've heard or read about, that's fine too. And there will be no pressure to share - feel free to just listen, laugh, cry, or pose a question.
We'll start with lunch/drinks at The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine (we've booked a private room for the event). Then if the weather's fine, we might head across the road for a walk around the botanical gardens.
If you'd like to attend, you can either mark yourself as 'going' on the Facebook event, or email stu.h@psychedelicsociety.org.au
Hope to see you there!
APS-Adelaide Monthly Integration Circle (October)
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
APS-Adelaide Monthly Integration Circle (November)
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
Brisbane Chapter Monthly Meet Ups
Monthly Meetups: on the third Sunday of each month from 11am to 3pm APS Brisbane hosts a meetup in New Farm Park between the gazebo and the End of the Road cafe. All are welcome! We often have guest speakers, please join our Brisbane chapter Facebook page for more details. You can email Brisbane@psychedelicsociety.org.au if you don’t use FB.
APS-Adelaide Monthly Integration Circle (August)
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
Breathwork evening, hosted by the APS- Adelaide
Interested in Altered States?
You're invited to a Breathwork evening, hosted by the Adelaide chapter of the Australian Psychedelic Society (APS).
Wednesday, 30th July
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
� Spots are limited – please book ahead to secure your place
Wood-lover paralysis Q&A
Join us for a Q&A with two of the authors involved in publishing the first systematic description of wood-lover paralysis, a potential side effect from wood decomposing species of Psilocybe. With Simon Beck MD, secretary of the APS And Caine Barlow, mycologist affiliated with Entheogenesis Australis.
July 29th, 730pm AEST
Streamed on YouTube
Ask your questions in the chat on the night, or email them to: wlpqanda@psychedelicsociety.org.au (will be deleted after the event).
Find the open-access study here.
Find our harm reduction fact sheet on WLP and other health promotion resources here.
The original survey for this research was hosted by the Australian Psychedelic Society, a registered charity that is entirely donation funded and volunteer run. If you value what we do, please consider making a small donation if you can afford it.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
Melbourne & Goldfields combined meetup (Macedon)
Join us for the Australian Psychedelic Society's first ever combined Melbourne & Goldfields meetup!
Lunch at Macedon Village Hotel (12pm) followed by a gentle pine forest walk and lower Mount Macedon stroll. (Hopefully the weather will be kind to us!)
This event will be a great chance to meet and hang out with like-minded folks. Plus you can catch up with the latest psychedelic news, research, and harm reduction tips.
If you’d like to come along, please RSVP to vic-goldfields@psychedelicsociety.org.au or via the Facebook event.
Hope to see you there!
Winter Western Picnic -APS Sydney
Winter Western Picnic - APS Sydney
The Sydney Chapter of the Australian Psychedelic Society warmly invites everyone to our Winter Western Picnic 👁️
This season's picnic will be at Wentworth Falls Picnic Area, located in the spectacular Blue Mountains National Park. Join us by the campfire for a presentation by our esteemed member, Voytek, with billy tea / coffee, a surprise campfire treat, and our ever popular book raffle draw.
Please make sure to read all the details, below.
Wentworth Falls Picnic Area has big, breathtaking views, and is also an entry point for many magnificent short and longer hiking trails into the remote wilderness of the Blue Mountains, including above and below the falls itself. The Picnic Area has recently undergone extensive improvements, with step-free pathways, parking, picnic tables, and accessible toilets.
Wentworth Falls Picnic Area https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/picnic-areas/wentworth-falls-picnic-area
How to get there: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/picnic-areas/wentworth-falls-picnic-area/visitor-info
👁️ SPEAKER 👁️
We are pleased to have Voytek deliver a fascinating fire-side talk exploring "Psychonautics - The systemic investigation of altered states of consciousness." The term 'psychonautics' maybe familiar, and originates from the Greek words psyche (soul or mind) and nautes (sailor or navigator) meaning 'sailor of the mind'.
Voytek is a transparent, GPhC (licensed prescribing pharmacist) with a specialist focus in neuropsychopharmacolgy. He is an outstanding professional who presents internationally. This is a rare and special opportunity not to be missed.
👁️ ONLINE RAFFLE 👁️
APS is raffling TWO great new books:
* ‘How to be Psychedelically Aware: The Essential Harm Reduction Guide to Psychedelic Use in Australia’
by Thurston Kat, et al.
* My Year of Psychedelics -Exploring first-hand the amazing potential of mushrooms, MDMA, LSD and other life-enhancing substances. by Sarah Napthali -
$5 per ticket online via Humanitix
The raffle will be drawn at the Sydney APS Winter Western Picnic and posted to the winner if not present on the day. Please see the Raffle link here to go into the draw: https://events.humanitix.com/book-raffle-link-aps-sydney-winter-picnic
👁️ PICNIC DETAILS 👁️
We acknowledge the Gundangurra people who are the original inhabitants of the land on which we meet. We pay respect to their elders, past, present, and emerging, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
* Public transport is by train to Wentworth Falls station, and a 2.7km walk to the picnic area. Please check Trip View or other app for public transport information. If you don't use FB, please email sydney@psychedelicsociety.org.aufor directions, etc.
* Drop a comment in the discussion if you would like to carpool (always use caution)
* Attendance donation is always welcome (as affordable) to cover APS organisational costs and sundries.
* NSW National Park rules apply: No drones, no dogs/pets other than registered assistance animals, no smoking.
* Rug up - Warm clothing, coat, hat, gloves and appropriate footwear are all essential.
* Bring a picnic rug, chair, cushion, food and drink for yourself and something to share, musical instruments, books or artwork for discussion.
* For those coming alone, please message us in advance or let us know on the day, so one of our Event Crew can make you welcome and introduce you around
* A pin will be posted on the APS Sydney Facebook page showing where we are on the day. Look for the APS banner.
👁️ SPECIAL NOTE 👁️
Blue Mountains weather can change suddenly, become dangerous and mobile coverage cannot be relied upon. For those planning to make a weekend of it camping, or doing one of the longer walks, please make proper preparations. Always check the weather and let someone know your whereabouts and when you will return. If you are venturing into more remote areas, make sure to register your trip at https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/bushwalking-safety/think-before-you-trek/trip-intention-form and hire a free Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) before you head off.
👁️ CONTINGENCY 👁️
If bad weather or park closure occurs on the day, our picnic event will be held at The Grand View Hotel, 174 Great Western Highway, Wentworth Falls, https://www.thegrandviewhotel.com
Stay tuned for updates posted on the event page on FB, the APS Sydney FB page, and the APS website Events section. Please click ‘going’ on the FB event so we can get an idea of how many are coming. We look forward to seeing you!
Feel free to bring friends that may be curious or anyone that might enjoy ‘finding the others’, as Timothy Leary put it.
👁️ DISCLAIMER 👁️
This is a drug free event. The Australian Psychedelic Society is a registered charity focusing on fostering community, providing education about psychedelics and advocating for regulatory change. We do not engage in or condone the supply of illicit substances. APS events are a respectful, non-stigmatising, safe space for diversity and inclusivity.
Brisbane Chapter Monthly Meet Ups
Monthly Meetups: on the third Sunday of each month from 11am to 3pm APS Brisbane hosts a meetup in New Farm Park between the gazebo and the End of the Road cafe. All are welcome! We often have guest speakers, please join our Brisbane chapter Facebook page for more details. You can email Brisbane@psychedelicsociety.org.au if you don’t use FB.
Afterlife Convention - 2025
From personal healing and transformation to mediumship and expanded consciousness, there is something here for everyone.
APS will feature Jef Baker as a guest speaker, with the Sydney volunteer team at the APS information stand/merch table. Additionally there will be a diverse range of other exhibitors revealing just how expansive and insightful this event will be.
Breathwork evening, hosted by the Adelaide chapter of the Australian Psychedelic Society (APS).
You're invited to a Rebirthing Breathwork evening, hosted by the Adelaide chapter of the Australian Psychedelic Society (APS).
WHEN?
Thursday, 19th June7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
� Upstairs at the Minor Works Building - where we usually hold our Integration groups.
22, Stamford court, Adelaide.
� Spots are limited – please book ahead to secure your place
What is Rebirthing Breathwork?
Rebirthing is a gentle yet powerful conscious breathing practice that allows you to access altered or holotropic states of consciousness, similar in depth and insight to psychedelic experiences, but achieved solely through breath. These states can bring about emotional clarity, deep healing, integration, and a renewed sense of connection to self.
This session will be guided by Nick Avery, a trained Breathwork facilitator, Mental Health Social Worker, and trained as a Psychedelic Therapist. Nick brings a grounded, trauma-aware, and compassionate approach to breathwork. APS facilitators Jake, Amy, and Antanika will also be present throughout the evening to support participants and hold a safe, welcoming space.
What to bring:
A yoga mat or something soft to lie on
A blanket and a water bottle
Comfortable clothes
(Optional) A personal item to place on the shared altar
Accessibility and Support
We acknowledge that altered states—including those accessed through breath—can surface intense emotional themes for some. This evening is held with that awareness and care.
Support is always available. APS Adelaide offers access to:
-Grounded peer support during and after the session
-A network of trauma-informed professionals and crisis care services
-We host regular integration groups and community meet-ups for anyone seeking understanding, reflection, or connection through shared experience
If you're unsure whether breathwork is right for you, or want to speak to someone beforehand, please reach out to Nick Avery or message the APS Adelaide team via Facebook Messenger for a confidential chat.
Please note: Breathwork is not recommended for individuals with a history of psychosis, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder.
---- Event Disclaimer
This event is hosted by the Australian Psychedelic Society (APS), a registered charity dedicated to harm reduction, education, and the decriminalisation of psychedelic substances.
APS does not condone or facilitate the use of illegal substances. We do not offer access to, or advice about, sourcing psychedelic compounds.
All information shared during this event is general in nature and provided for educational and peer support purposes only. It should not be considered medical, psychological, or legal advice.
APS complies with Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) guidelines. We ask all attendees to respect these boundaries—especially around discussing personal substance use or facilitation—to maintain a safe, inclusive, and legally sound space.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
Brisbane Chapter Monthly Meet Ups
Monthly Meetups: on the third Sunday of each month from 11am to 3pm APS Brisbane hosts a meetup in New Farm Park between the gazebo and the End of the Road cafe. All are welcome! We often have guest speakers, please join our Brisbane chapter Facebook page for more details. You can email Brisbane@psychedelicsociety.org.au if you don’t use FB.
APS- Adelaide Monthly Integration Circles
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
PATCH Book Launch APS-Sydney
To launch the newly released PATCH book ‘How To Be Psychedelically Aware: The Essential Harm Reduction Guide to Psychedelic Use in Australia’, we are delighted to host Nick Palmer for its official launch. Nick is secretary, treasurer and founding member of harm reduction organisation PATCH - the Psychedelically Aware Talking Circle Hub and an APS volunteer since 2017. Join us for a discussion of the book, the numerous topics it covers and issues it seeks to address as well as an in-depth but relaxed Q&A.
Tickets: $10 https://events.humanitix.com/patch-book-launch-q-and-a
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
Patch Book Launch -Brisbane
Patch Book LaunchTo launch the newly released PATCH book ‘How To Be Psychedelically Aware: The Essential Harm Reduction Guide to Psychedelic Use in Australia’, we are delighted to host Nick Palmer for its official launch. Nick is secretary, treasurer and founding member of harm reduction organisation PATCH - the Psychedelically Aware Talking Circle Hub and an APS volunteer since 2017. Join us for a discussion of the book, the numerous topics it covers and issues it seeks to address as well as an in-depth but relaxed Q&A11am to 3pm APS Brisbane hosts a meetup in New Farm Park between the gazebo and the End of the Road cafe. All are welcome! We often have guest speakers, please join our Brisbane chapter Facebook page for more details. You can email Brisbane@psychedelicsociety.org.au if you don’t use FB.
APS- Adelaide Monthly Integration Circles
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
Sydney Bicycle Day Picnic
The Australian Psychedelic Society Sydney chapter invites everyone to celebrate Dr Albert Hofmann’s discovery of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) in 1938, and the momentous bicycle ride he took home from his laboratory that day, now known as Bicycle Day! The picnic will be at spectacular Observatory Hill, located between The Rocks and Barangaroo. The park has panoramic views of Sydney Harbour, and home to the historical Sydney Observatory. The site is significant to indigenous Australians. Please make sure to read all the details below.
!! ONLINE RAFFLE !!
APS is raffling two brand new books – How to be Psychedically Aware, by Thurston Katt, et al; and My Year of Psychedelics, by Sarah Napthali, and one mystery second-hand book from the bookshelf of a long time APS member. $5 per ticket online via Humanitix. The raffle will be drawn at the Sydney APS Bicycle Day Picnic and posted to the winners, if not present. Please see the Raffle post for details and how to buy tickets.
!! SPEAKER !!
Jef Baker will deliver a fascinating talk on “Dr Albert Hofmann’s discovery of LSD and the ensuing social, cultural and political impacts to the present day”. It will delve into the clandestine experiments of MkUltra, LSD’s complex history as a therapeutic agent, it’s role as a catalyst of cultural social change movements, the political motives of its prohibition, and the creative arts & music that it inspires, including the renaissance of LSD psychopharmacology and more recent findings into its benefits.
!! PICNIC DETAILS !!
We acknowledge the people of the Eora Nation and Gadigal Clan who are the original inhabitants of the land on which we meet. We pay respect to their elders, past, present, and emerging, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Observatory Hill Park https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/parks/observatory-park
A pin will be posted on the APS Sydney Facebook page on the day showing where we are. Email Sydney@psychedelicsociety.org.au if you don't use FB and want directions. Look for the APS banner.
Timed and meter parking is available on nearby streets. Traffic and parking difficulties are a fact of living in a busy city, especially this area. Please plan accordingly.
Public transport is highly recommended, by train or bus to Wynyard, or ferry to Circular Quay, and it’s a fascinating walk up to the park, or better still – ride your bicycle!
Please check Trip View or other app for public transport information
Various parking stations are located around The Rocks and Barangaroo
Accessible parking spots are at Nita McCrae Park Playground
The park geography comprises a large grassy hill with a few big shady trees. The park is steep in places so please check all maps ahead of time and plan where to park in relation to pathways and toilets
Drop a comment in the discussion if you would like to carpool (always use caution)
Accessible toilets are a short walk away on Watson Road, at the Argyle Street entrance
Sydney Observatory runs tours on Saturday, so book a tour if you’re interested
https://powerhouse.com.au/program/sydney-observatory-tours
$5 donation per person to APS (or as affordable) on the day
Bring:
Your dog! This is an off-leash park!
A jacket! It can be windy here!
Picnic rug, chair, hat, sunscreen, food for yourself, and something to share
Musical instruments, books or artwork for discussion, etc
For those coming alone, message Jane J Etson and I’ll make sure myself or one of our Event Officers is there to meet you and introduce you around
Contingency:
If bad weather or park closure occurs on the day, the event will be held at The Glenmore Hotel, 96 Cumberland St, The Rocks NSW, 2000
https://www.theglenmore.com.au/
Stay tuned for updates posted on the event page on FB, the APS Sydney FB page, and the APS website Events section. If you can, please click ‘going’ on the FB event so we can get an idea of how many are coming. We look forward to seeing you!
Feel free to bring friends that may be curious or anyone that might enjoy ‘finding the others’, as Timothy Leary put it.
!! DISCLAIMER !!
This is a drug free event. The Australian Psychedelic Society are a registered charity focusing on fostering community, providing education about psychedelics and advocating for regulatory change. We do not engage in or condone the supply of illicit substances.
APS events are a respectful, non-stigmatising, safe space for diversity and inclusivity.
APS- Adelaide Monthly Integration Circles
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
My Year in Psychedelics - APS Book Launch
My Year of Psychedelics -Exploring first-hand the amazing potential of mushrooms, MDMA, LSD and other life-enhancing substances. by Sarah Napthali - OUT NOW !
Sarah will be joining the APS to talk about the book and hold a Q&A session afterwards. There will also be books for sale, signings and a chance to chat to the author.
Twenty years on from the bestselling success of Buddhism for Mothers, Sarah Napthali remains keen to explore the depths of the human experience. Intrigued by reports of the power of mushrooms, MDMA, LSD, ayahuasca and others, and the immense potential for personal and spiritual growth, she becomes determined to try these medicines and apply what she learns to the challenges she now faces as a newly divorced empty-nester.
The new book release documents Sarah’s journey over one year, taking eight psychedelic medicines. She navigates the highs of new romance and travel, but also grapples with the loss of old friends and a confrontation with aching loneliness.
The psychedelic renaissance has provided a wealth of empirical evidence about the potential of these medicines, but this is a first-person account, a chance to join someone on their trips, and see how they impact her daily life.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
Australian Psychedelic Society Book Raffle - 3 prizes to be won
The APS is raffling three great books that provide interesting information and insights about psychedelics.
The raffle will be drawn at the APS Sydney Bicycle Day Picnic on Saturday April 12th. Check out the event page to attend in person for a great talk from the APS Sydney Chapter lead Jef Baker titled
“Dr Albert Hofmann’s discovery of LSD and the ensuing social, cultural and political impacts to the present day”
Winning ticket holders who can't attend in person will be contacted after the draw to arrange delivery of the prize.
All funds go to the Australian Psychedelic Society, an ACNC registered charity organisation, to help fund our advocacy, community building and harm reduction activities.
Prizes:
1. How to be Psychedically Aware, by Thurston Katt, et al:
"In a world where psychedelics are taking center stage, it's easy to get swept up in the excitement without considering the potential risks. But fear not, for within the pages of "How to Be Psychedelically Aware," you'll find a beacon of knowledge and guidance to help you navigate the realms of psychedelic experience safely and responsibly.
Authored by Thurston Katt and a team of seasoned experts, this comprehensive guide is more than just a manual—it's a manifesto for conscious exploration. As the buzz around psychedelic-assisted therapy and microdosing permeates popular culture, it's crucial to balance the allure with informed caution. With decades of combined experience, the authors have witnessed firsthand both the profound benefits and the potential pitfalls of psychedelic use.
Through the lens of harm reduction, this book offers a roadmap for individuals embarking on their own psychedelic journeys. Drawing from ancient wisdom and modern research, "How to Be Psychedelically Aware" demystifies the psychedelic experience, providing practical advice on everything from substance preparation to integration practices."
2. My Year of Psychedelics, by Sarah Napthali:
"Exploring first-hand the amazing potential of mushrooms, MDMA, LSD and other life-enhancing substances.
Twenty years on from the bestselling success of Buddhism for Mothers, Sarah Napthali remains keen to explore the depths of the human experience. Intrigued by reports of the power of mushrooms, MDMA, LSD, ayahuasca and others, and the immense potential for personal and spiritual growth, she becomes determined to try these medicines and apply what she learns to the challenges she now faces as a newly divorced empty-nester.
Over one year, Sarah takes eight psychedelic medicines. She navigates the highs of new romance and travel, but also grapples with the loss of old friends and a confrontation with aching loneliness.
The psychedelic renaissance has provided a wealth of empirical evidence about the potential of these medicines, but this is a first-person account, a chance to join someone on their trips, and see how they impact her daily life."
3...and one mystery second-hand book from the bookshelf of a long time APS member
Check out the APS website and YouTube channel for loads of resources and events near you, and for ways to get involved with the organisation.
APS- Adelaide Monthly Integration Circles
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.
APS-Online Psychedelic Women's Group
Join Us for the APS Women’s Group Online!
📆 Date: Third Monday of Every Month
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM (AEDT)
🌏 Location: Online Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Gather, Connect, and Share
The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) invites you to join our Women’s Group for a warm and welcoming online gathering. This is a safe space for women within the APS community to come together, network, and foster meaningful connections.
❤️ Whether you want to chat, share experiences, or simply relax in a supportive environment, we welcome you to be part of this casual get-together. It’s a perfect opportunity to discuss current topics relevant to our lives and community, all while engaging in conversations that may often be overlooked in other settings.
APS- Sydney Summer Picnic
The APS- Sydney chapter invites everyone to a Summer Picnic in the lovely shady grass of Neilson Park, right behind Shark Beach, in beautiful Sydney Harbour National Park.
Neilson Park has great views, some sealed and unsealed walking tracks, and netted harbour swimming at Shark Beach.
We acknowledge the people of the Eora and Daruk nations, the traditional custodians on whose land we meet. We pay respect to their elders past, present, and emerging, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Check the link...
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/.../pic.../nielsen-park
- A pin will be posted here on the day showing where we are. Look for the APS banner.
- Park and pay (rear to kerb) incl lots of disabled spots on Greycliffe Avenue, Vaucluse.
- Public transport is by bus. Please check your map, and the Trip View or other app for public transport.
- Leave a comment in the discussion section if you're looking to carpool. (Always use caution.)
- Flat-ish, grassy picnic areas, no tables
- Beach is netted but unpatrolled - please manage your personal risk and safety if you wish to go into the water
- Toilet facilities (incl disabled) and kiosk nearby
- No dogs (this is a National Park)
- $5 donation per person (as affordable)
- Stay tuned for updates posted here on this event page
Bring:
- Picnic rug, chair, swimming gear, etc
- Food, drink for yourself and something to share
- Musical instruments, books, etc.
- For those coming alone, message me and I'll make sure myself or one of our Event Officers is there to meet you, and introduce you around.
- DOOR PRIZE/RAFFLE: Tony will be generously donating a few cactus to raffle off again. See me on the day to buy your tickets!
- CONTINGENCY: If bad weather or park closure occurs on the day, the event will be held at The Golden Sheaf Hotel, Double Bay. This is a casual and spacious pub and parking is easier here than anywhere else.
https://www.thegoldensheaf.com.au/
- It must be disclaimed that this is a drug-free event, for those who may have misinterpretations about the role and function of APS events.
- Please feel free to bring friends who may be curious or anyone who might enjoy ‘finding the others', as Timothy Leary put it.
- Stay tuned for updates, and click 'going' to get an idea of how many are coming. We look forward to seeing you!
APS- Adelaide Monthly Integration Circles
The Australian Psychedelic Society Adelaide chapter invites you to attend our new and now monthly Adelaide Psychedelic Integration Circles.
We foster a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for anyone seeking to integrate a past experience and share elements and insights in a way that supports integration. We will support you to make sense of challenging experiences, to share a meaningful experience with like-minded people, and to connect with the local community.
We acknowledge that recreational use of psychedelics continues despite a long history of criminalisation. The group does not encourage or condone recreational use, we do provide harm reduction practices and support.
The circle will allow for each of you to share a little about yourself and your experience, while we will also focus on learning tools and techniques to work through experiences in a structured way, guiding you through a process of reflection and action.