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Walk to the Little Dargo
2023-11-05 09:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Dargo High Plains, exact details sent to those who register, Dargo High Plains, Victoria, Australia
The fires of 2019/20 burnt huge areas of north eastern Victoria. The remaining unburnt forests are more important than ever. One of these areas lies in the headwaters of the Little Dargo River, just south of Mt Hotham. It is a pristine area, without roads, and containing mature forest, much of it dominated by Mountain Gums and Alpine Ash. It is an area of state forest that lies right next to the Alpine National Park.
The state government logging agency, VicForests, intends to log a total of 11 “coupes”, or sections, of mature forest in the upper Little Dargo River. These coupes are located in a series of clusters, where separate sections of bush will be harvested, creating a large zone of cleared land over time. Extensive roading networks will be needed to access the coupes.
There is a growing community campaign to oppose this destruction. In 2022 and 2023, Friends of the Earth, in conjunction with the Treasure family, who have grazed cattle on the Dargo High Plains for generations, have hosted a number of walks to show people the headwaters of the catchment and surrounding area. Over the cup weekend (November 4 – 7) we will be hosting another free guided walk.
The exact start point will be sent to those who rsvp. It is about a 40 min drive south of Mt Hotham.
melbournefoe.org.au/walk_to_the_little_dargo

Gardeners’ tea party - FULLY BOOKED
2023-11-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Private garden, Thurgoona, NSW, Australia
This event is now fully booked, but leave your details on our waiting list (see Humanitix link below) and we’ll get in touch if a ticket becomes available.

Sip, stroll and socialise in a charming habitat garden in Thurgoona. The well established, half acre cottage-style garden features primarily native plants, including unusual specimens, as well as a small pond, large bee inn and a gabion for reptiles. The owner is a member of the Australian Plant Society Albury-Wodonga with a wealth of knowledge of native plants.

Choose between three start times but feel free to stay as long as you wish.

Tickets $10 – price includes tea, coffee, cakes, scones, slices, quiche and fresh fruit. RSVP by Wednesday 1st November.
https://events.humanitix.com/gardeners-tea-party

Sorry, no children.

Ticket-holders to be emailed address on Thursday 2 November.

Enquiries to Lizette Salmon – g4w@wodongalandcare.org.au, 0468 320 647.

This event is hosted by Gardens 4 Wildlife Albury-Wodonga, a Wodonga Urban Landcare Network program, and generously supported by AlburyCity.

Repair Cafe Albury-Wodonga Inc
2023-11-04 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Wodonga Senior Citizens Centre, 15 Havelock Street, Wodonga, Victoria, 3690, Australia
Do you have a broken household item you’d like fixed but need a hand to do so? Then this is your opportunity.
Our Repair Café is a free meeting place to bring along broken household items such as furniture, clothing, textiles and battery-operated appliances and learn how to fix them with the help of experienced, volunteer repairers. You can also bring along small, blunt garden tools like secateurs and we’ll show you how to sharpen them. Maximum three items per person per session. A donation is greatly appreciated for the repair of your items. This covers the cost of our insurance and supplies used for these repairs.
For more information see: https://www.facebook.com/repaircafeaw/
Repair Café Albury-Wodonga is proudly supported by Halve Waste, with morning yummies donated by Kooka Brotha’s patisserie.

Seed Savers Albury Wodonga seed bank opening
2023-11-04 09:30 - 11:00 | Harry’s Hut, Browns Lagoon, Olive Street, South Albury
Another opportunity to obtain the seeds you need for your summer crops!
Also a discussion on water smart vegetable gardening.
Bring any seeds you have for depositing and plants or produce to give away.
Members free, guests $5

Friends of Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park
2023-11-04 09:00 - 14:00, 2023-10-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Chiltern Post Office, 54 Main Street, Chiltern, Victoria, 3683, Australia
Every month we meet to do some useful work in the Park (weeding, planting, infrastructure repair and installation etc). We often go for a wander after a short meeting where we consume the traditional Chiltern Bakery bun. Everyone is welcome. Call Mick Webster 0429017229 for more information. We always meet at Chiltern PO at 9am.

Warby Ranges, Warby Ovens National Park with Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists
2023-10-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Acacia Carpark, 90 Hume Street, Wodonga, Victoria, 3690, Australia
Members meet at 9am at Acacia Car Park, Wodonga. BYO everything. Leader Phillip phone 0428 215 313

Border Bushwalking Club - Falls Creek: Pretty Valley Circuit
2023-10-28 | Check the event listing for venue details
Another great walk with views and a refreshing swim at the end for those so inclined. This is a circular walk beginning and ending at Pretty Valley pondage, and taking in part of the Alpine Walking Track. There will be a steady climb at some point in the walk, and part of the route is exposed and inclined to be windy.
Distance about 14 km. Walkers will need good wet weather gear, spare sweater, beanie and gloves.

Grade 3 Medium
Leader: Eileen Clark
Phone: 0412 042 195
Participant numbers:12
Risks: Cold, wet and windy weather; snakes; slips and trips
For more information and updates about BBC activities, check www.borderbushwalkingclub.com.au

Canva training for volunteer groups
2023-10-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Check the event listing for venue details
Learn how to create engaging graphical content using Canva. This free training session will be provided by Click Region and the Working Together Program. If you aren’t familiar with Canva, it is frequently used to create social media tiles, as well as print media and videos. With thousands of templates available, using Canva can help community groups efficiently create more engaging posts.
Canva offers free accounts for eligible not for profit groups.
Register via this link: https://events.humanitix.com/canva-for-community-and-volunteer-groups-working-together-program

Youth In Landcare
2023-10-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Do you wish you could attract more youth to your Landcare or environmental group? Are you a young person wanting to meet other young environmentalists? This is the webinar for you!
During Gabrielle Stacey’s presentation you’ll learn about the Hunter region’s successful Intergenerational Landcare and Intrepid Landcare programs; what these programs involve, how they were created, what worked and what didn’t.
Gabrielle Stacey is a conservationist, botanist and community educator with Fern Creek Landcare. Through intergenerational partnerships, collaboration and social media, Gabrielle has greatly increased youth participation in Landcare across various projects.
6.00-7.00pm Thursday 26 October
Tickets are free – RSVP by Wednesday 25/10/23 to: https://events.humanitix.com/youth-in-landcare
Enquiries to Lizette Salmon: g4w@wodongalandcare.org.au, 0468 320 647.
This event is hosted by Wodonga Urban Landcare Network and funded by the Australian Government’s Murray–Darling Healthy Rivers Program.

Frogs in the Flats
2023-10-25 16:30 - 18:00 | Check the event listing for venue details
Join us for a late afternoon stroll along the Yack Creek trail to find out about frogs!

With Karen Retra from Wodonga Landcare and Gabi Bridge from Yack Landcare.

About our local frogs
FrogID app – how to & why to use it
How the Rowdy Flat weed control project supports frogs and other species

Check out frogid.net.au if you can’t wait for the session to learn about the FrogID app.
This will be a short, leisurely wander with time to chat and enjoy the trail.
Family-friendly – all welcome.
Bookings & more information: events.humanitix.com/flatsfrogs
Meet at the trail access and parking spot along Mongan Lane, Yackandandah.
* Be sure to approach from Racecourse Rd, not the other side of the creek!
Click for a Google map
For further information or queries contact Karen (Wodonga Landcare project officer)
karen@wodongalandcare.org.au ~ 0428 629 099

Moving to Higher Ground: Lessons from Grantham and across the globe
2023-10-24 16:00 - 17:15 | La Trobe University, Albury-Wodonga campus, University Drive, West Wodonga, 3690
This public lecture is a free community event hosted by North East Catchment Management Authority (CMA), La Trobe University – Albury-Wodonga, and Wise Water Ways.
Refreshments will be served.

Jamie Simmonds (pictured) is an internationally renowned expert in the field of managed retreat and community relocation.
In 2011, Jamie directed the relocation of Grantham, an Australian town left devastated by catastrophic flash flooding that tragically claimed the lives of 19 people. Within 12 months more than 100 families were transitioned to new homes situated on higher ground surrounding Grantham.
In 2020, Jamie documented the story in his book about the Grantham experience to show communities the positives and challenges associated with community relocation.
Jamie is presently engaged in a community relocation program in northern NSW, based in Lismore. This follows the region’s devastating flooding in 2022.
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/moving-to-higher-ground

Saving Local Turtles
2023-10-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Check the event listing for venue details
Did you know that common turtle species have declined 90% over the past 40 years?
Learn how to help save local turtles before their Nov-Dec turtle nesting season. Hear about turtles’ threats and how you can protect them, including the 1 Million Turtles program and TurtleSAT citizen science mapping tool.
Dr James Van Dyke is a Senior Lecturer at La Trobe University and winner of the 2023 Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science.
Event will commence 5.30pm sharp (with drinks available at bar prices from 5.00pm) at The Venue on McFarland (formerly the German-Austrian Club), 5 McFarland Rd, Wodonga.
Presentation will run for approximately 45 mins, followed by optional site visit to Belvoir Lake to view turtle signage and potential nesting sites. Belvoir Lake meeting point is Reuss Rd, next to the Belvoir Park Dog Park (approximately 10 minutes drive from The Venue).
RSVP by 5pm, Sat 21 October 2023 to: events.humanitix.com/saving-local-turtles
Enquiries to Lizette Salmon – g4w@wodongalandcare.org.au, 0468 320 647.
This event is presented by Wodonga Urban Landcare Network and generously supported by Wodonga Council.

Waterbug training in Wodonga
2023-10-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Belvoir Park, Wodonga, Belvoir Park Playground, Huon Street, Wodonga, 3690
Join us to learn how to collect & identify waterbugs and use the Waterbug App.
We’ll collect waterbugs from different waterways in Wodonga and learn how to identify which ones they are and what they can tell us about water quality and waterway health. The training is suitable if you’re just keen to learn a bit about waterbugs or perhaps you would like to be able to do your own Waterbug Blitz at your local creek or river.
FREE but places are limited. All welcome, family friendly.
For safety and communication purposes, please book your place.

On the day, please bring:
– A folding chair
– Food & water/drinks for the day for yourself
– Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent – you will be working outdoors
– Gumboots
– Your smart phone with The Waterbug App downloaded & signed in – free on Google Play or iTunes App Store
(this is optional and we’ll also have resources for those not inclined to use an app)
For more information on the National Waterbug Blitz, go to www.waterbugblitz.org.au

For event enquiries contact Karen, karen@wodongalandcare.org.au or 0428 629 099.

This event is hosted by Wodonga Urban Landcare Network and funded by the Australian Government’s Murray-Darling Healthy Rivers Program.

ACF-AWR & Partners – NSW NCC Picnic in the park
2023-10-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Noreuil Park, Albury, Noreuil Park, Albury
ACF-AWR thoroughly enjoyed this event in 2022 with our wonderful partner community organisations that are equally keen on enjoying and protecting our precious natural environment.

All welcome! BYO food and drink (and something to sit on), and enjoy the day with friends, family, and the local community.
There will be some fun activities including a water bug collection and identification, and you’ll have the opportunity to engage with your local environment groups and learn about what they do to protect nature and enhance where we live.
This is a family friendly day and an opportunity to celebrate nature in beautiful surrounds.
Join us! RSVP now.
This event is being organised by NSW Nature Conservation Council (NSW NCC).
Please note that your RSVP information will be shared with co-host organisations.

A Slow mid-Spring Walk in Baranduda environmental lands
2023-10-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Baranduda link access, Baranduda link access, Boyes Road, Baranduda, Victoria, 3691, Australia
Join passionate naturalist Karen Retra for a slow nature walk in the Baranduda environmental lands.
Come exploring with Karen and be inspired by her knowledge and enthusiasm for nature from wildflowers, insects and fungi to trees, birds and wildlife. This is the second of our Spring walks in this reserve – the season changes so quickly and there is always something new to see. We’ll compare our findings with the early Spring seasonal walk – you’ll be amazed at what’s changed in a few short weeks.
Where: Meet at the Baranduda Link Access point on Boyes Rd
Google Map link: https://goo.gl/maps/F5yXJnBNBV…
What to expect: Expect to focus on the ‘slow’ and ‘nature’ rather than the walk – exercise is not the priority! With a flush of spring wildflowers, frogs calling and the days warming, there will be plenty to get excited about… Please be aware that we will be walking on slopes, on a natural, unpaved and possibly wet surface.
What to bring: Please bring your water bottle, wear covered shoes and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes. REGISTER HERE

National Bird Week – Walk and Talk
2023-10-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Check the event listing for venue details
To celebrate National Bird Week, join the AlburyCity environment team for a walk & talk within Corrys Reserve to spot some of our local bird species. Come see the diversity of bird life that these woodlands provide habitat for, from the fairy wrens to the finches, lorikeets, honeyeaters, parrots and everything in-between.
The walk will cross both even and uneven ground, with a slight inclines and declines. The walk will last approximately 1 hour.
Any children need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The event may be cancelled if poor weather is forecast.
Meeting Point: Corrys Wood Reserve (Eastern end of Corrys Road)
What to Bring: Binoculars, hat, enclosed shoes and appropriate clothing for conditions.
Register HERE – National Bird Week – Walk and Talk | AlburyCity (nsw.gov.au)

The Aussie Bird Count coincides with National Bird Week and is helping researchers better understand the bird species that occur in our urban area. If you can’t make the event, we encourage you to take a look around your yard or local park to identify the birds you see and hear and do your own count.

Leneva Enviro Hub working bee
2023-10-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Leneva Enviro Hub, 3063 Beechworth-Wodonga Rd, Leneva, Victoria, 3691, Australia
Join Parklands Rangers and Leneva residents to revamp the old Leneva School and Hall sites and bring this environmental hub back to life.
A series of working bees are enhancing this 10 hectare remnant Box Gum Grassy woodlands site and improve environmental education opportunities for local schools and community. All are welcome.

When: On the third Tuesday morning of every month, 11am to midday, then stay for a sausage and a yarn with us.
Where: Park on the Leneva Hall service track and meet outside the old school gates.
What: Bush restoration and facilities improvements including planning and creating interactive visitor activities, removing woody weeds and other invasives such as Watsonia bulbs and Bridal creeper, cleaning up the site and removing old fences, monitoring of nest boxes, installing new fencing..
What is provided: All tools, materials and personal protective equipment is provided as is Ranger induction and session leadership.
What to bring: Participants must wear covered shoes (boots) and long pants at all sessions, preferably long sleeves as well, bring your own hat and water bottle and dress for the weather. Current Covid safety measures must also be followed.

Please book in for each session you intend to join (so we have enough sausages!). REGISTER HERE

A Slow mid-Spring Nature Walk at Swainsona Reserve
2023-10-16 09:30 - 11:30 | Swainsona Reserve Access, Felltimber Creek Road, West Wodonga, Victoria, 3690, Australia
Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow nature walk in one of Wodonga’s best bush reserves.
Come exploring with Sue and Karen and be inspired by their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature from wildflowers, insects and fungi to trees, birds and wildlife.
This is the second of our Spring walks in this reserve – the season changes so quickly and there is always something new to see. We’ll compare our findings with the previous Spring walk – you’ll be amazed at what’s changed in a few short weeks.
Where: Meet at Swainsona Reserve Access carpark off Felltimber Creek Rd.
Google map: goo.gl/maps/6EtpQtUWSLY2Gu7E6
What to expect: As usual, you are in for a treat in this special reserve, with a flush of spring wildflowers and the days warming… Expect to focus on the ‘slow’ and ‘nature’ rather than the walk – exercise is not the priority! Please be aware that we will be walking on slopes, on a natural, unpaved and possibly wet surface.
What to bring: Please wear covered shoes and long pants, bring mozzie protection and sunscreen and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes.
REGISTER HERE

A Slow mid Spring Nature Walk at Castle Creek bushlands
2023-10-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Castle Creek Bushlands, Castle Creek Rd, Wodonga, Victoria, Australia
Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow mid-Spring nature walk in one of Wodonga’s best bush reserves.
Come exploring with Sue and Karen and be inspired by their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature from wildflowers, insects and fungi to trees, birds and wildlife.
This is the second of our Spring walks in this reserve – the season changes so quickly and there is always something new to see. We’ll compare our findings with the early Spring seasonal walk – you’ll be amazed at what’s changed in a few short weeks.
Where: Meet at Castle Creek Bushlands access off Castle Creek Rd.
Google map: goo.gl/maps/TjytEF1aSseYcpiN7
What to expect: As usual, you are in for a treat in this special reserve, with a flush of spring wildflowers and the days warming… Expect to focus on the ‘slow’ and ‘nature’ rather than the walk – exercise is not the priority! Please be aware that we will be walking on slopes, on a natural, unpaved and possibly wet surface.
What to bring: Please bring your water bottle, wear covered shoes and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes.
REGISTER HERE

Wonderful Weeds walk and talk
2023-10-10 08:00 - 17:00 | beingreen permaculture, 590 Heathwood Ave,, Lavington, NSW, 2641, Australia
Why do weeds exist? Why are they wonderful? Where do they come from? Discover the amazing resource these plants can be for the soil, for medicine and for food. (Includes full colour guide to take home.) Kids are welcome to join for free. We will be offering a brief demo on how to prepare weeds for food and medicine at the conclusion of the walk. Please book online.
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/wonderful-weeds-walk-and-talk

Habitat open gardens - Glenwood Estate, Baranduda - FULLY BOOKED
2023-10-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Glenwood estate, Baranduda, Baranduda
This event is now FULLY BOOKED. If you wish to be wait-listed please add your name via the Trybooking link below.
Visit two small-medium suburban gardens featuring habitat plantings, bird baths, frog pond and low-maintenance nature-strip plantings that attract birds, butterflies, native bees, frogs and skinks.
We’ll have a display with giveaway plants, free Albury-Wodonga garden guides, natures treasure box and lots more.
Tickets are free, but bookings essential by 9am Friday 6 October 2023. Ticket-holders will be advised of garden addresses by email on Friday 6 October.
RSVP to: https://www.trybooking.com/CKNWZ
This event is hosted by Gardens 4 Wildlife Albury-Wodonga, a Wodonga Urban Landcare Network program, with generous support from Wodonga Council, Nordcon Land and Friends of the WREN Baranduda.

Castle Creek Conservation Reserve, Wodonga with Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists
2023-10-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Acacia Carpark, 90 Hume Street, Wodonga, Victoria, 3690, Australia
Meet 9am at Acacia Car Park, Wodonga. Travel to Castle Creek Reserve in convoy and car pooling may be required.
Castle Creek Reserve has a high conservation value to the city. Spread over 54 hectares of land with floristic value, this reserve is a twitcher’s delight.
BYO everything. Leader Bernie phone 0490 497 032.

ACF-AWR Platy Project Event 2 of 2
2023-10-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Willow Park carpark, Pearce Street, Wodonga, 3690, Australia
Have you ever had that magical moment of spotting a platypus in the wild?
Join us at this event to learn where to look for, and how spot, platypus in the wild for this great ACF/UNSW #CitizenScience project.
We were so sorry to have to postpone our Platy-Project event on 23 September and we apologise for any inconvenience caused. We now have 2 more events – 30 September 4 – 5.30 pm and 7 October 5 – 6.30 pm (this event)- and we hope you can join us.
We’re thrilled to be involved in the ACF and University of NSW citizen science Platy-Project again in 2023.
Join us and help researchers understand more about this elusive animal and how we can better protect it.
When: 7 October, 5 – 6.30 pm
Where: Willow Park, Car Park, Pearce Street, Wodonga, VIC.
What we’ll be doing:

We’ll talk through the best ways to spot a platypus and how to not get tricked by other creatures.
We’ll practise our platy spotting skills with a walk around the creek to identify the best platy spotting habitat.
We’ll also net and look at the water bugs to see what platypus food is in the area.

You may want to then invest time to watch and wait for a platypus to reveal itself at the end of the event. We’ve been watching platypus in the area recently.
We can’t promise you will see a platypus, but you’ll be well equipped to keep looking for platypus at your nearest river or creek to help researchers understand more about this incredible creature and help prevent further declines in their numbers.
Join us at our upcoming platy-project event!
RSVP for 7 October as soon as possible so you don’t miss out. Places are limited to ensure the event is safe and the best experience for all of us.
Image: Young platypus on a log in McMahons Creek, Yarra Ranges, Victoria. Credit: Doug Gimesy.

Lots about nestboxes
2023-10-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Wooragee hall & community centre, Wooragee hall & community centre, 1001 Beechworth-Wodonga Rd, Wooragee, 3747
Come and find out why you should consider putting up nest boxes – they can be put up in urban areas too. We will look at Wooragee Landcare’s nest box program and hear what animals have been observed using the boxes. Nest boxes are one of the tools we can use to increase habitat for wildlife and is a great activity to get younger people involved in Landcare activities.
The topics we will cover are:

Why nestboxes are good
An overview of the group’s nest box locations, and data recording.
Results of recent monitoring and discussion of the species we have found using the boxes.
Information on arboreal (tree dwelling) mammals including some of the threatened species in our area.
Details on current knowledge of box designs and specifications, including recent innovations in thermally efficient box design. We will have prices and contact details for purchasing.
How to maintain boxes and common problems associated with nest box projects.

We will also showcase some of the latest monitoring camera technology (pole camera) and inspect some of the boxes located in the primary school reserve.
Our presenter Jim Blackney has been involved in nest box projects throughout the North East and is co-author of the “Nest Box Guide for North East Victoria” produced by Swamps Rivers and Ranges.
The first part of the session will be in the hall, then afternoon tea, and the second part next door looking at the nest boxes in the school grounds.
Wear strong covered in shoes. Keep warm or cool and shaded depending on the weather. A cuppa and afternoon tea will be provided.
Booking essential: events.humanitix.com/lots-about-nest-boxes
For more information call Jim 0459 622 260

A Slow early-Spring Nature Walk with Sue Brunskill & Karen Retra
2023-09-25 09:30 - 11:30
Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow nature walk in one of Wodonga’s best bush reserves.
Come exploring with Sue and Karen and be inspired by their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature from wildflowers, insects and fungi to trees, birds and wildlife.
This is the first of our Spring walks in this reserve – the season changes so quickly and there is always something new to see. We’ll compare our findings with the previous Winter seasonal walk – you’ll be amazed at what’s changed in a few short months.
Where: Meet at Swainsona Reserve Access carpark off Felltimber Creek Rd.
Google map: goo.gl/maps/6EtpQtUWSLY2Gu7E6
What to expect: You are in for a treat, with early spring wildflowers already out and birds busy making nests… Expect to focus on the ‘slow’ and ‘nature’ rather than the walk – exercise is not the priority! Please be aware that we will be walking on slopes, on a natural, unpaved and possibly wet surface.
What to bring: Please wear covered shoes and long pants, bring mozzie protection and sunscreen and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes.
REGISTER HERE

Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park with Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists
2023-09-23 09:30 - 16:00
Members meet at the Public Toilets, 26-28 Main Street, Chiltern at 9.30am. BYO everything for the day’s outing.
Leader is Neil phone 0428 235 964

A Slow early-Spring Walk with Sue Brunskill & Karen Retra
2023-09-22 09:00 - 11:00
Join passionate naturalists Sue Brunskill and Karen Retra for a slow nature walk in the Baranduda environmental lands.
Come exploring with Sue and Karen and be inspired by their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature from wildflowers, insects and fungi to trees, birds and wildlife. This is the first of our Spring walks in this reserve – the season changes so quickly and there is always something new to see. We’ll compare our findings with the previous Winter seasonal walk – you’ll be amazed at what’s changed in a few short months.
Where: Meet at the Baranduda Link Access point on Boyes Rd
Google Map link: https://goo.gl/maps/F5yXJnBNBV…
What to expect: Expect to focus on the ‘slow’ and ‘nature’ rather than the walk – exercise is not the priority! Early spring wildflowers will already out and birds busy making nests – there will be plenty to see… Please be aware that we will be walking on slopes, on a natural, unpaved and possibly wet surface.
What to bring: Please bring your water bottle, wear covered shoes and dress for the weather. Welcome to bring your camera, binoculars etc.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes. REGISTER HERE

Spotlighting Night Walk with Ranger Dan
2023-09-20 18:30 - 20:00
What’s going on in the bush tonight? Join Parklands Rangers to find out!
Ranger Dan will lead you on a night adventure spotlighting for nocturnal native wildlife in one of Wodonga’s best conservation reserves.
Parklands have been working with the community restoring the native plants to the area in recent years to support native wildlife. We’ll be looking out for possums, gliders, owls and more…
This is a family friendly event.
Where: Meet at Drapers Reserve access gate, Elliot Lane, Leneva. (see map on booking site)
What to expect: We will be walking on natural, unpaved and possibly uneven surfaces. It may be cold.
What to bring: Please wear warm clothes, closed shoes and bring a personal torch, and remember; quiet is key!
Weather watch: We’ll keep an eye on the weather and let everyone who is registered know on the afternoon of the event if we need to postpone.
Registration prior to the event is essential for communication, safety and insurance purposes.
REGISTER HERE
This community event has been made possible with the support of the Victorian Government.
