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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221014T090000
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SUMMARY:Albury Park Volunteer morning
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury’s best bush parks\, every Friday as spring unfolds. \nEvery week we spend 2 hours in Albury’s environmental lands doing practical park tasks. \nYou will work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our bush parks and reserves; undertaking a variety of park maintenance/improvement tasks like removing redundant fences\, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire\, weeding\, checking nestboxes and removing tree guards. \nAt the same time\, you will learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs) \nWhere: Sept-December we will rotate between parks on a weekly basis. \n\n2nd Friday – Thurgoona environmental lands. Meet at Brooklyn Fields community park carpark\, off Table Top Road\, Thurgoona.\n\nPlease note that meeting places will change over time as various priority works are completed\, so please register online so you can be updated of any changes.\n \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register for the sessions you will attend. REGISTER HERE \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/albury-park-volunteer-morning-2-2-2-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221012T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221012T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220906T090218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T090218Z
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SUMMARY:Managing your property for biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Join Swamps\, Rivers & Ranges as we discuss managing your property to promote biodiversity benefits whilst also maintaining bushfire safety.\n\n12th October\, 6pm online\nbookings to attend this free event via https://www.trybooking.com/CCLUS
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/managing-your-property-for-biodiversity/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221009T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221009T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220926T061504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T021515Z
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SUMMARY:Border Bushwalking Club - Spring wildflowers walk on NailCan Hill
DESCRIPTION:This is a slow ramble on Nail Can Hill\, Albury. It gives plenty of opportunity for admiring the range of wildflowers on the hill\, taking photos and catching your breath. Whilst we will be going up and down the hill twice there will be absolutely no rush. It’s at the lower end of grade 3. \nIt will start late morning and include a lunch break. \nThe distance will probably be about 14kms but this will be determined closer to the date when the best spots to visit will be assessed. \nIt will be mostly on  fire trails although there may be one short rocky section ( no scrambling). \nIf you haven’t been in Nail Can in Spring now is the time. It’s delightful. \nPlease phone me to discuss this event if you are interested. \n\n\n\nGrade 3 Medium\nLeader: Bernadette\nPhone: 0419241687\nParticipant numbers:\nFinal booking date: Wednesday Oct 5th\n\n\n\n\nOne small Rocky section. For more information and updates about BBC activities\, check www.borderbushwalkingclub.com.au 
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/border-bushwalkig-club-spring-wildflowers-walk-on-nailcan-hill/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221009T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221009T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220723T052428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220731T100525Z
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SUMMARY:Bonegilla and Lake Hume
DESCRIPTION:With Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists club Inc. Today’s leader is Bernie Phone 0490 497 032 \nMeet at 9am at the Acacia Car Park\, Wodonga \nBYO everything
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/bonegilla-and-lake-hume/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221007T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221007T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220816T010434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T042738Z
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SUMMARY:Albury Park Volunteer morning
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury’s best bush parks\, every Friday as spring unfolds. \nEvery week we spend 2 hours in Albury’s environmental lands doing practical park tasks. \nYou will work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our bush parks and reserves; undertaking a variety of park maintenance/improvement tasks like removing redundant fences\, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire\, weeding\, checking nestboxes and removing tree guards. \nAt the same time\, you will learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs) \nWhere: Sept-December we will rotate between parks on a weekly basis. \n\n1st Friday – Norris Ridge. Meet our Ranger on Friday mornings at the corner of Pearsall and Hanna Streets\, Lavington\n\nPlease note that meeting places will change over time as various priority works are completed\, so please register online so you can be updated of any changes.\n \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register for the sessions you will attend. REGISTER HERE \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/albury-park-volunteer-morning-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221005T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220904T232909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T214925Z
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SUMMARY:Sandy Creek Bridge Walk
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Seniors Week Festival the High Country Rail Trail have organised a walk from Huon Reserve\, along the shores of a very full Lake Hume\, to the viewing platform of the iconic Sandy Creek Rail Bridge from where you can enjoy the magnificent views from this spectacular vantage point before returning to Huon Reserve for an indulgent afternoon tea. Total walking distance 6km. [Gold coin donation appreciated]. Enquiries and Bookings: 0419 390329 (Bonegilla RailTrail Advisory Group). Email: b_citroen@bigpond.com \n  \n 
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/sandy-creek-bridge-walk-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221002T094500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221002T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220927T020326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T030532Z
UID:10032031-1664703900-1664713800@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Nail Can Hill Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Nail Can Hill Wildflower Walk is back again this year. During Spring\, Nail Can Hill is one of the most spectacular areas for wildflowers in the Albury region. This event is a wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty of the Nail Can Hill wildflowers\, that are right on Albury’s doorstep. \nTwo time slots for free guided walks with local wildflower specialists will be available for various levels of adventure – \n\nTime Slot One : 10:00am to 10:45am\nTime Slot Two : 11:00am to 11:45am\n\nJoin our staff and local enthusiasts as they identify the wildflowers including lilies\, peas\, acacias\, paper daisies; milkmaids; native orchids and many more. Don’t miss your chance to explore these beauties whilst they are out in bloom. \nFree sausage sizzle on the day ???? \nIf you cannot make the day\, a self-guided wildflower walk will be set-up along Range Rd Fire Trail for the month of October 2022. \nLimited spots are available and RSVPs are essential via the booking form HERE.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/nail-can-hill-wildflower-walk-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221002T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221002T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220117T015626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T072239Z
UID:10032078-1664701200-1664719200@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Field Day - Friends of Chiltern & Mt Pilot National Park
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/field-day-oct22/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20210412T050908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T000629Z
UID:10032064-1664618400-1664629200@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Repair Cafe Albury-Wodonga Inc
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a broken household item you’d like fixed but need a hand to do so? Then this is your opportunity. \nOur 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. \nFor more information see: https://www.facebook.com/repaircafeaw/ \nRepair Café Albury-Wodonga is proudly supported by Halve Waste\, with morning yummies donated by Kooka Brotha’s patisserie.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/repair-cafe-april2022-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220930T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220928T021527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T214814Z
UID:10032032-1664564400-1664569800@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:How to Build a Sustainable Wardrobe
DESCRIPTION:Six tonnes of textiles are being sent to landfill every 10 minutes in Australia\, equal to 31kg per person every year. \nSo how can we make smarter choices to reduce the environmental impact of fashion? \nIn this panel discussion hosted by Katrina Naish from A Fitting Connection\, learn how to build and maintain a sustainable wardrobe while helping reduce textile waste by becoming more mindful of purchasing choices. \nTopics will include how to rethink your shopping habits\, what to look for when choosing garments as well as ways to repair and repurpose clothing items to reduce waste. \nIncrease your knowledge of sustainable fashion and learn practical ways to make eco-conscious decisions for your wardrobe with the opportunity for an audience Q&A. \nJoining Katrina will be guests Becky Fulton from Oh My Style\, Susan Reid from Arcadia Beechworth\, Kurt Saggers from The Cats Pyjamas and Nick Fitzsimons from FC Circular. \nVenue:  Hyphen – Wodonga Library Gallery\nCommunity Studio \nCost: $10 \nTickets available from The Cube Wodonga at this link.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/how-to-build-a-sustainable-wardrobe/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220925T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220824T063441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T063441Z
UID:10032152-1664089200-1664121600@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Border Bushwalking Club - Wodonga Views
DESCRIPTION:We will be walking Mahers and Huon Hills near Wodonga. Both hills give lovely views of the surrounding area. \nEach walk is about 8km with about 250m of height gain.  They are both on formed tracks (mostly footpads) and have great views. \nIf it is not flooding\, will have lunch at the Kiewa River between the 2 walks.  If you like you can opt for just one of the hills. \nPlease ring me to discuss this walk if you are interested. \n\nGrade 3 Medium\nLeader: Bernadette\nPhone: 0419241687\nParticipant numbers:\nFinal booking date: Wednesday September 21st\nFor more information and updates about BBC activities\, check www.borderbushwalkingclub.com.au
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/border-bushwalking-club-wodonga-views-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220924T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220820T064832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220918T095854Z
UID:10032144-1664035200-1664042400@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Rescheduled Field trip #2\, Platypus Spotting and Recording
DESCRIPTION:ACF-AWR is hosting three events in September as part of the ACF and UNSW citizen science ‘Platy-Project‘ – the magic of platypus spotting. \nThis third event is a field trip to Hovell Tree Park to spot and record sightings of platypus as well as to collect and identify water bugs\, platypus food. We had planned this third event for Saturday 17 September\, however\, the weather wasn’t kind. \nSo…. We’ve rescheduled this event to Saturday 24 September\, 4 – 6 pm.  If you missed out on the last event\, you’re in luck! \nGet in quickly to RSVP for this event (even if you sent an RSVP for 17 September\, please click the new RSVP link to let us know you’re coming to this event too). \nBring drinking water\, snacks\, binoculars\, camera\, a device for recording your platypus spotting\, and wear clothing appropriate for the weather on the day. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/zoom-training-session-for-spotting-platypus-and-recording-their-location-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220924T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220823T052128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T064837Z
UID:10032148-1664011800-1664019000@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Habitat Walk 'n Talk with Sue Brunskill
DESCRIPTION:Join passionate native plant and wildlife enthusiast Sue Brunskill exploring spring wildflowers in the regional parks. \nSue is an experienced bush regenerator\, horticulturist and teacher. Each month Sue is leading a short walk exploring the natural habitat values of a different area and discussing stewardship activities to support the regeneration of native species. \nWhere: Today we will explore the wildflowers in one of the region’s best conservation reserves\, Castle Creek Conservation Reserve. Meet at the entrance to the reserve off Castle Creek Rd. \nWhat to expect: We will be walking on a natural\, unpaved and possibly wet surface. \nWhat to bring: Please wear covered shoes – ideally waterproof – and dress for the weather. \nRegistration prior to the event is essential for communication\, safety and insurance purposes.  REGISTER HERE
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/river-habitat-walk-n-talk-with-sue-brunskill-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220924T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220723T042243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220731T100631Z
UID:10032009-1664010000-1664035200@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Warby Ranges\, Victoria
DESCRIPTION:With Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists club Inc. Today’s leader is Phillip phone 0428 215 313 \nMeet Acacia Car Park\, Wodonga at 9am. Travel to Warby Ranges in convoy with possible car pooling. \nBYO everything
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/warby-ranges-victoria-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220923T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220627T040328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T001354Z
UID:10032119-1663925400-1663932600@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:McFarlanes Hill Community Working bee
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers for a short\, sharp working bee on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month\, delivering long awaited trail realignments\, bush restoration and park infrastructure improvements in McFarlanes Hill Regional Park. \n\nWhen: Friday mornings 9.30-10.30 am\, followed by morning tea\nWhere: We will meet at the Hunchback Hill Mountain bike track parking area\, off Felltimber Creek Road.\nWhat: Activities will cover a range of tasks including removal of redundant fences\, planting climate adapted seedlings\, weeding\, installing wayfinding signs\, removing barbed wire from all but the boundary fences\, improving drainage along the Granite walking trail\, rehabilitating closed trails and removing redundant boardwalks.\nWhat is provided: All tools\, materials and personal protective equipment is provided as is Ranger induction and session leadership.\nWhat to bring: Participants must wear covered shoes (boots) and long pants at all sessions\, preferably long sleeves as well\, and bring your own hat and water bottle. Current Covid safety measures must also be followed.\n\nAll are welcome. Please register for the mornings you intend to join us. REGISTER HERE
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/mcfarlanes-hill-community-working-bee-2-2-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220923T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220816T010434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T042651Z
UID:10032139-1663923600-1663930800@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Albury Park Volunteer morning
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury’s best bush parks\, every Friday as spring unfolds. \nEvery week we spend 2 hours in Albury’s environmental lands doing practical park tasks. \nYou will work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our bush parks and reserves; undertaking a variety of park maintenance/improvement tasks like removing redundant fences\, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire\, weeding\, checking nestboxes and removing tree guards. \nAt the same time\, you will learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs) \nWhere: Sept-December we rotate between parks on a weekly basis. \n\n4th Friday – Upper Bungambrawartha Creek. Meet at corner of Shaw St and Strauss St\, Springdale Heights.\n\nPlease note that meeting places will change over time as various priority works are completed\, so please register online so you can be updated of any changes.\n \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register for the sessions you will attend. REGISTER HERE \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/albury-park-volunteer-morning-2-2-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220404T024110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T005843Z
UID:10032086-1663785000-1663792200@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Spotlighting Night Walk with Ranger Dan & Karen Retra
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers for a night walk in the bush spotlighting for nocturnal native wildlife along the Kiewa. \nParklands 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\, frogs and more… \nWhere: Meet at Gullifers Lane access to the Rail Trail\, Bonegilla. \nWhat to expect: We will be walking on the rail trail (keeping our feet dry!). \nWhat to bring: Please wear warm clothes\, closed shoes and bring a personal torch. \nRegistration prior to the event is essential for communication\, safety and insurance purposes. \nClick here to register. \nThis community event has been made possible with the support of the Victorian Government and the Ross trust. Photo: A Daeche
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/spotlighting-night-walk-8-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T194500
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220906T085909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T085909Z
UID:10032026-1663785000-1663789500@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Birds in Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discuss which native bird species we can expect to see in our gardens in North East Victoria.\nWe will also look at how we can help to create habitat and food sources to help support them. \nWednesday 21st of September\n6.30pm – Online via zoom\nRegistration to attend this free event via:\nhttps://www.trybooking.com/CCLUQ
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/birds-in-gardens/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220904T110522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220911T215623Z
UID:10032154-1663783200-1663790400@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Wildlife on Federation Hill
DESCRIPTION:Federation Hill is one of Wodonga’s most popular walking spots and home to a surprising range of wildlife. Lizette Salmon has been observing and photographing the fauna on the Hill on almost a daily basis for the past three years and is keen to share her knowledge of this corner of Wodonga’s natural surrounds. \nWhere? The German Austrian Australian Club\, Wodonga\nWhat Time? Meals/drinks commence 6pm / Talk starts 6:30pm\nEvent Fees: Attendence $5 pp -with buffet meal included $20 pp\nBookings are essential through: https://www.trybooking.com/CBWIN\n\n\nFor further queries contact: Bart Citroen 0419390329
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/wildlife-on-federation-hill/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220920T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220621T052743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T052939Z
UID:10032000-1663671600-1663678800@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Leneva Enviro Hub 3rd Tuesday Working Bee
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers and Leneva residents to revamp the old Leneva School and Hall sites and bring this environmental hub back to life. \nOn the 3rd Tuesday of each month\, an ‘all hands’ working bee will enhance this 10 hectare remnant Box Gum Grassy woodlands site and improve environmental education opportunities for local schools and community. All are welcome. \n\nWhen: 11am to midday\, then stay for a sausage and a yarn with us.\nWhere: Park on the Leneva Hall service track and meet outside the old school gates.\nWhat: 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..\nWhat is provided: All tools\, materials and personal protective equipment is provided as is Ranger induction and session leadership.\nWhat to bring: Participants must wear covered shoes (boots) and long pants at all sessions\, preferably long sleeves as well\, and bring your own hat and water bottle. Current Covid safety measures must also be followed.\n\nPlease book for each session you intend to join (so we have enough sausages!). \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/leneva-enviro-hub-3rd-tuesday-working-bee-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220919T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220404T024110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T005901Z
UID:10032087-1663612200-1663619400@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Spotlighting Night Walk with Ranger Dan & Karen Retra
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers for a night walk in the bush spotlighting for nocturnal native wildlife along the Murray. \nParklands 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… \nWhere: Meet at the front of the former Sustainable Activity Centre\, Gateway Village. \nWhat to expect: We will be walking on natural\, unpaved and possibly uneven surfaces with slip and trip hazards. \nWhat to bring: Please wear warm clothes\, closed shoes and bring a personal torch. \nRegistration prior to the event is essential for communication\, safety and insurance purposes. \nClick here to register. \nThis community event has been made possible with the support of the Victorian Government and the Ross trust. \nPhoto: A Daeche
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/spotlighting-night-walk-8-2-2-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220917T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220820T064832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220918T092441Z
UID:10032141-1663430400-1663437600@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Rescheduled to 24/9 Field trip #2\, Platypus Spotting and Recording
DESCRIPTION:ACF-AWR is hosting three events in September as part of the ACF and UNSW citizen science ‘Platy-Project‘ – the magic of platypus spotting. \nThe third event is a field trip to Hovell Tree Park to spot and record sightings of platypus as well as to collect and identify water bugs\, platypus food. \nGet in quickly to RSVP for this event. \nBring drinking water and wear clothing appropriate for the weather on the day.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/zoom-training-session-for-spotting-platypus-and-recording-their-location-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220916T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220816T010434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T042548Z
UID:10032137-1663318800-1663326000@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Albury Park Volunteer morning
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury’s best bush parks\, every Friday as spring unfolds. \nEvery week we spend 2 hours in Albury’s environmental lands doing practical park tasks. \nYou will work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our bush parks and reserves; undertaking a variety of park maintenance/improvement tasks like removing redundant fences\, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire\, weeding\, checking nestboxes and removing tree guards. \nAt the same time\, you will learn about the local environment and how Albury City and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs) \nWhere: Sept-December we will rotate between parks on a weekly basis. \n\n3rd Friday – Red Light Hill. Meet at playground on Fenchurch Drive\, near Strand St\, Ettamogah Rise.\n\nPlease note that meeting places will change over time as various priority works are completed\, so please register online so you can be updated of any changes. \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register for the sessions you will attend. REGISTER HERE \nThank you to Albury City Council for financial support for this program.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/albury-park-volunteer-morning-2-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220915T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220811T233629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T075106Z
UID:10032127-1663268400-1663275600@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:John Paul Memorial Lecture 2022 - Healthy Country: bringing together different ways of knowing to care for Country
DESCRIPTION:The annual John Paul Memorial Lecture presents a topic on Innovation in Conservation.  This year’s theme is on Two-way knowledge sharing in caring for Country.  Three guest speakers will present their perspectives\, achievements and challenges.  The lecture is by zoom\, and is free.  All welcome. Thursday 15th at 7pm\, zoom.  https://trustfornature.org.au/event/healthycountry/ \n 
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/john-paul-memorial-lecture-2022-healthy-country-bringing-together-different-ways-of-knowing-to-care-for-country/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220911T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220723T041836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220731T100801Z
UID:10032008-1662886800-1662912000@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Chiltern and Mt Pilot National Park
DESCRIPTION:With Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists club Inc.  Leader for today is Robbie Phone 02 6024 2904 \nMeet at Acacia Car Park\, Wodonga 9am \nBYO everything
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/chiltern-and-mt-pilot-national-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220911T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220824T063134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T063134Z
UID:10032151-1662881400-1662901200@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Border Bushwalking Club - Beechworth Mayday Hills
DESCRIPTION:This will be a half-day walk and is a practice for a walk I am doing on the Federation weekend in October. I expect it to last about 2 hrs and will decide am or pm closer to the date. Watch this space! \nThis walk will take us through the grounds of the former Beechworth Asylum\, where many of the buildings are virtually unchanged in over 100 years. As we go\, I will outline the history of the site and of mental health care in Beechworth\, and tell the stories of staff and patients in a respectful way. I have been researching the history of the site for five years with colleagues from Charles Sturt University. At the end of the walk\, refreshments are available at the George Kerford bistro in the grounds or you can bring a Thermos and sit under the trees. \nNo calls or bookings before Monday 5 September\, please. \n\n\n\nGrade 1 Easy\nLeader: Eileen Clark\nPhone: 0412042195\nParticipant numbers:12\nFinal booking date: Friday 9 September\n\n\n\n\nKey risks and hazards: Uneven footpaths\, snakes\, cars\nFor more information and updates about BBC activities\, check www.borderbushwalkingclub.com.au
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/border-bushwalking-club-beechworth-mayday-hills/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220910T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220627T042258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T005912Z
UID:10032120-1662827400-1662832800@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Frogs and Frog ID - Citizen Science in Action with Karen Retra
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and avid citizen scientist Karen Retra for some frog spotting in peak frog season on the Kiewa river. \nRevealing the world of frogs and their habitat\, Karen will  introduce the why’s and wherefores of identifying frogs and recording your frog observations using the Frog ID app and your mobile phone. \nThis walk will have you fascinated with frogs\, hooked on habitat and keen for more citizen science! \nWhere: Kiewa River trail at Baranduda. More detail on registration site. \nWhat to expect: We will be walking on natural\, unpaved and possibly uneven surfaces. \nWhat to bring: BYO water bottle and hat\, wear gumboots and long pants\, and dress for the weather. \nRegistration prior to the event is essential for communication\, safety and insurance purposes. Please REGISTER HERE \nThis community event has been made possible with the support of the Victorian Government and the Ross Trust.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/frogs-and-frog-id-citizen-science-in-action-with-karen-retra/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220910T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220820T064832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220820T070014Z
UID:10032024-1662825600-1662832800@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Field trip #1\, Platypus Spotting and Recording
DESCRIPTION:ACF-AWR is hosting three events in September as part of the ACF and UNSW citizen science ‘Platy-Project‘ – the magic of platypus spotting. \nThe second event is a field trip to Wonga Wetlands to spot and record sightings of platypus as well as to collect and identify water bugs\, platypus food. \nGet in quickly to RSVP for this event. \nBring drinking water and wear clothing appropriate for the weather on the day.
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/zoom-training-session-for-spotting-platypus-and-recording-their-location-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220909T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220909T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220627T040328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T001424Z
UID:10032118-1662715800-1662723000@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:McFarlanes Hill Community Working bee
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers for a short\, sharp working bee on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month\, delivering long awaited trail realignments\, bush restoration and park infrastructure improvements in McFarlanes Hill Regional Park. \n\nWhen: Friday mornings 9.30-10.30 am\, followed by morning tea\nWhere: We will meet at the Hunchback Hill Mountain bike track parking area\, off Felltimber Creek Road.\nWhat: Activities will cover a range of tasks including removal of redundant fences\, planting climate adapted seedlings\, weeding\, installing wayfinding signs\, removing barbed wire from all but the boundary fences\, improving drainage along the Granite walking trail\, rehabilitating closed trails and removing redundant boardwalks.\nWhat is provided: All tools\, materials and personal protective equipment is provided as is Ranger induction and session leadership.\nWhat to bring: Participants must wear covered shoes (boots) and long pants at all sessions\, preferably long sleeves as well\, and bring your own hat and water bottle. Current Covid safety measures must also be followed.\n\nAll are welcome. Please register for the mornings you intend to join us. REGISTER HERE
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/mcfarlanes-hill-community-working-bee-2-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220909T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T072051
CREATED:20220816T010434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220904T231507Z
UID:10032134-1662714000-1662721200@ecoportal.net.au
SUMMARY:Albury Park Volunteer morning
DESCRIPTION:Join Parklands Rangers and our Park Stewardship volunteers in Albury’s best bush parks\, every Friday as spring unfolds. \nEvery week we will spend 2 hours in Albury’s environmental lands doing practical park tasks. \nYou will work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our bush parks and reserves; undertaking a variety of park maintenance/improvement tasks like removing redundant fences\, replacing barbed wire with wildlife friendly plain wire\, weeding\, checking nestboxes and removing tree guards. \nAt the same time\, you will learn about the local environment and how our local land managers and community groups are working to protect threatened species\, improve habitat and link habitat corridors across the region. \nWhen: 9.00 to 11.00am (2 hrs) \nWhere: On the second Friday we will be working in Thurgoona Environmental lands. Meet our Ranger at Brooklyn Fields community park carpark\, off Table Top Rd\, Thurgoona. \nWhat is supplied: All tools and any specific safety equipment needed. \nWhat to bring: BYO drinking water. For your safety\, please wear covered shoes (preferably boots)\, long pants\, long sleeves and a hat. \nPlease register! Sometimes things change at the last minute and we need to be able to contact volunteers. Please register for the sessions you will attend. REGISTER HERE
URL:https://ecoportal.net.au/event/albury-park-volunteer-morning-2-2-2/
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