This workshop includes both an indoor session around a specimen table followed by a field foray. It introduces participants to the diversity of the Kingdom Fungi, and the basic principles of fungus identification and fungal ecology.
In this workshop we will engage multiple senses to examine the major diagnostic features of edible fungi alongside their toxic lookalikes. We will also follow the principles of ‘ecological foraging’ – an approach based on care, conservation and an understanding of ecosystem dynamics.
Back by popular demand is this gourmet bike ride on the High Country Rail Trail, with spectacular views of Lake Hume and the hills beyond. The ride is 24 km from Huon Reserve, over the Sandy Creek Bridge, along the shoreline of Lake Hume to Tallangatta and return. Bike riders leave Huon Reserve, off the Murray […]
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
Join Parklands Rangers to help find and remove woody weeds such as privet, cherry plum, hawthorn, and olive in this beautiful reserve. This is an opportunity to work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our local bush. No experience is necessary – our Rangers will help with weed identification and removal techniques. Take in […]
South Buffalo track is an 8km return walk that meanders through snow gums with a stunning granite backdrop. The end point is a great view point for morning tea. After this walk we will walk the Old Galleries walk. It is only 1km but quite spectacular. We will then head to the lake for lunch […]
Join the Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists for a walk in the Bright area to explore the fauna and flora of the region. Meet at the Porepunkah Public Toilet carpark at 10am on Saturday, 24 May, 2025. Pets are not permitted on AWFN field excursions For further information about the outing Telephone: 0429 446 383
Are you interested in learning about collaborative and best practice management of one of Australia’s most prolific pest species? With the Victorian Rabbit Action Network, we will be delivering this workshop to engage local landholders on rabbits, and to explore best practice control methods in peri urban landscapes.
Permaculture co-originator David Holmgren and partner homesteading extraordinaire Su Dennett are coming to Albury! Come along to hear David in conversation with local permaculturalist Rob Fenton and chat to Su about her endeavours. Where: Thurgoona Community Centre Tickets: $15 general admission; $10 concession Registrations: events.humanitix.com/david-and-su-are-coming-to-albury
Join us as David Holmgren 'reads the landscape' at a local rural property. Experience David's knowledge first hand and have the opportunity to see our terrain in a new light. This is a walking tour so please come prepared for the outdoors and to traverse uneven terrain. Tickets are limited to those 12 years and older. […]
Join fungi enthusiast Tracie MacVean for this illustrated seminar on the diversity and curiosities of the fungi kingdom. Topics include: * The major fungal groups * Roles in nature * Fungi anatomy and identification * Common edible and poisonous mushrooms * Legality of collecting * How to create spore prints * Basic mushroom cultivation * […]
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
A FREE one-day leadership program for 15-25 year-old changemakers in Wangaratta and surrounding rural townships! 👉Care about the environment? Want change? Think things can be better!? 👉Ready to step up, make a difference & turn ideas into action? Join the 10/10 Leadership – Youth Climate & Resilience program! This 1-day intensive is designed to help you build skills, connect with others […]
Join WULN and Dr Greg Moore for an evening learning about the importance of trees for climate resilience in our urban areas. Dr Moore is an icon of the plant science world and is known for his captivating presentations backed by science.
Join Parklands Rangers to help find and remove invasive lavender and woody weeds such as privet, olive, cherry plum, and honey locust in this beautiful reserve. This is an opportunity to work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our local bush. No experience is necessary – our Rangers will help with weed identification and removal techniques. […]
You are invited to join us at your ACF-AWR monthly hybrid (in person and online) meeting. These meeting mean that those of you who are not in Albury Wodonga to join us for some updates, sharing information and investing time with like-minded people. We would love to see you and to hear your thoughts and […]
While this walk is all on fire trails there are some great views, pleasant bush and a good surface for walking. There is a height gain of approx 550m but the gradients are all gentle. We get to see views of mountains along the track and at our lunch stop of Mt Stanley. If there […]
Join fungi enthusiast Tracie MacVean and arborist Tristan Black on a walk to learn about the diversity and curiosities of trees and the fungi kingdom. Learn about the anatomy of mushrooms and their relationships with plants and walk away with the basics of how to identify mushrooms in the field. Discover how to contribute to […]
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
Join fungi enthusiast Tracie MacVean and arborist Tristan Black on a walk to learn about the diversity and curiosities of trees and the fungi kingdom. Learn about the anatomy of mushrooms and their relationships with plants and walk away with the basics of how to identify mushrooms in the field. Discover how to contribute to […]
Join fungi enthusiast Tracie MacVean and arborist Tristan Black on a walk to learn about the diversity and curiosities of trees and the fungi kingdom. Learn about the anatomy of mushrooms and their relationships with plants and walk away with the basics of how to identify mushrooms in the field. Discover how to contribute to […]
We invite you to be a part of the Society for Ecological Restoration’s ‘Make a Difference Week’. This annual week of global restoration action encourages volunteers to positively impact their local communities by engaging with restoration projects. Join Parklands Rangers to help find and remove woody weeds such as privet, olive, cherry plum, ornamental pear, and […]
Join fungi enthusiast Tracie MacVean and arborist Tristan Black on a walk to learn about the diversity and curiosities of trees and the fungi kingdom. Learn about the anatomy of mushrooms and their relationships with plants and walk away with the basics of how to identify mushrooms in the field. Discover how to contribute to […]
To celebrate World Environment Day, join our environment team for a walk & talk along the river to learn about the Grey-headed Flying-fox and other local wildlife that call Albury home. Come take a closer look at Australians largest bat the Grey-headed Flying Fox, learn about their home at Leaney's Bend and watch the ‘fly-out’ spectacle as thousands of bats take […]
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, […]
The Albury Wodonga Field Naturalists walk at Wonga Wetlands is cancelled due to a weather forecast for wintery rain showers, wind gusts, and possible thunderstorms on Sunday 8th June 2025. For further information about the outing Telephone: 0400 141 181
The Street Harvest project is being reinvigorated - Please consider growing an extra row of produce in your garden to support this project and Uniting in Wodonga. All produce can be dropped off at Uniting (1 Nilmar Avenue, Wodonga between. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday to Friday). The project builds and encourages community capacity […]
Join fungi enthusiast Tracie MacVean and arborist Tristan Black on a walk to learn about the diversity and curiosities of trees and the fungi kingdom. Learn about the anatomy of mushrooms and their relationships with plants and walk away with the basics of how to identify mushrooms in the field. Discover how to contribute to […]
Join Parklands Rangers to help find and remove woody weeds such as privet, olive, cherry plum, wild tobacco, and hawthorn in this beautiful reserve. This is an opportunity to work alongside our Rangers experiencing the ‘how to’ of caring for our local bush. No experience is necessary – our Rangers will help with weed identification and removal techniques. Take […]
Join Yackandandah Landcare and Leila McDougall, creator of this amazing film, for a special community screening of Just A Farmer on Friday 13th June. Be a part of supporting the mental health conversation in your community. All proceeds from tickets go to AgBiz Care to help those in need. WHEN: Friday 13th June. Doors open […]
