Bellarine and Geelong

Environmental Volunteering Calendar

Join the Friends of the Bluff at this special 'conservation conversation' event featuring Dr Samantha Sherman talking about sharks and rays. Samantha will be discussing the conservation of these animals in Australia and beyond.

There will be drinks and snacks provided. For more information, email reimaginebluff2022@gmail.com

Join Ash Skinner from Wadawurrung at this free 1 hour education session to deepen your understanding of Wadawurrung's long connection and history to the Bellarine Peninsula. 

This 1 hour session will involve a walk and talk at a location on the Northern Bellarine and Ash will discuss Wadawurrung cultural heritage. 

Please BYO: Hat, sunscreen and water bottle. A weather-proof jacket if appropriate. 

Access: Meet at Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve, opposite 167 Point Richards Road. Park on the grassy area and walk into the reserve via the clear track. You should see an open grassy area and a pergola. You will be required to sign in. 

Note: Please do not attend if you are unwell. This event is also subject to weather conditions and will be postponed if weather is not safe or unfavourable. All participants will be notified 24 hours before. Any cancellations must go to info@bcn.org.au ASAP as limited spaces are available.

This event is a result of Bellarine Bayside's Port Phillip Bay Fund and is supported by the Victorian Government. For more information, please email us at info@bcn.org.au.

We acknowledge Wadawurrung; Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community.

We are committed to ensuring that everyone is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their ability, cultural background, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, intersex status or sexual orientation.

Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and the City of Greater Geelong staff to remove weeds from the fragile coastline.

Learn about invasive weeds that affect our Coastline and assist the group to remove weeds from one of our beautiful beaches. The volunteers will continue removing weeds close to the locations where they have been successfully working for the previous months. CoGG Environmental Officers will oversee the working activity and procedures.

Date: 18/09/2024
Time: 9:30am - 11:45am
Location: Meet opposite 34 Edgewater Dr, Clifton Springs VIC 3222, Australia. Some parking available on the grassed area during the event. Look out for signage at the top of the ramp to the beach, near the lookout platform. All welcome.

Please bring the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) if you can. Hat, Sunscreen, Suitable footwear (no open shoes), Long/ longs are recommended, Gloves (we will have spares if required), Sunglasses (protective eyewear). Some tools provided, but if you have, bring your hand weeding tool or small trowel.

We’ll have tea and coffee at the end of the working bee.

The Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare Group and Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN), works in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG), and the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA). The group works on habitat restoration and environmental monitoring of the marine and foreshore areas and promotes the awareness of their environmental values in the community.

 

Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and the City of Greater Geelong staff to remove weeds from the fragile coastline.

Learn about invasive weeds that affect our Coastline and assist the group to remove weeds from one of our beautiful beaches. The volunteers will continue removing weeds close to the locations where they have been successfully working for the previous months. CoGG Environmental Officers will oversee the working activity and procedures.

Date: 21/08/2024
Time: 9:30am - 11:45am
Location: Meet opposite 34 Edgewater Dr, Clifton Springs VIC 3222, Australia. Some parking available on the grassed area during the event. Look out for signage at the top of the ramp to the beach, near the lookout platform. All welcome.

Please bring the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) if you can. Hat, Sunscreen, Suitable footwear (no open shoes), Long/ longs are recommended, Gloves (we will have spares if required), Sunglasses (protective eyewear). Some tools provided, but if you have, bring your hand weeding tool or small trowel.

We’ll have tea and coffee at the end of the working bee.

The Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare Group and Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN), works in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG), and the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA). The group works on habitat restoration and environmental monitoring of the marine and foreshore areas and promotes the awareness of their environmental values in the community.

 

Join Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and the City of Greater Geelong staff to remove weeds from the fragile coastline.

Learn about invasive weeds that affect our Coastline and assist the group to remove weeds from one of our beautiful beaches. The volunteers will continue removing weeds close to the locations where they have been successfully working for the previous months. CoGG Environmental Officers will oversee the working activity and procedures.

Date: 17/07/2024
Time: 9:30am - 11:45am
Location: Meet opposite 34 Edgewater Dr, Clifton Springs VIC 3222, Australia. Some parking available on the grassed area during the event. Look out for signage at the top of the ramp to the beach, near the lookout platform. All welcome.

Please bring the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) if you can. Hat, Sunscreen, Suitable footwear (no open shoes), Long/ longs are recommended, Gloves (we will have spares if required), Sunglasses (protective eyewear). Some tools provided, but if you have, bring your hand weeding tool or small trowel.

We’ll have tea and coffee at the end of the working bee.

The Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare Group and Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN), works in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG), and the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA). The group works on habitat restoration and environmental monitoring of the marine and foreshore areas and promotes the awareness of their environmental values in the community.

 

Help record biodiversity in the Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary

Friday 28 June 9.00 - 10.30 am

Saturday 29 June 9.30 - 11.00 am

Meet at access 28W carpark

Email: Reimaginebluff2022@gmail.com if you have any question.

Walk with Wadawurrung at this free 2 hour walk and talk session to deepen your understanding of Wadawurrung's long connection and history to the Bellarine Peninsula. 

This 2 hour session will involve a walk and talk at 2-3 locations on the Bellarine Peninsula. They will be determined closer to the date. Driving between sites will be required.

Please BYO: Hat, sunscreen and water bottle. A weather-proof jacket if appropriate. 

Note: Please do not attend if you are unwell. This event is also subject to weather conditions and will be postponed if weather is not safe or unfavourable. All participants will be notified 24 hours before. Any cancellations must go to info@bcn.org.au ASAP as limited spaces are available.

This event is a result of Bellarine Bayside's Port Phillip Bay Fund and is supported by the Victorian Government. For more information, please email us at info@bcn.org.au.

We acknowledge Wadawurrung; Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community.

We are committed to ensuring that everyone is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their ability, cultural background, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, intersex status or sexual orientation.

Join Ash Skinner from Wadawurrung in the Point Richards Flora and Fauna Reserve at this free 1 hour education session to deepen your understanding of Wadawurrung's long connection and history to the Bellarine Peninsula. 

This 1 hour session will involve a walk and talk through the sandy tracks of Point Richards, where Ash will discuss Wadawurrung cultural heritage. 

Please BYO: Hat, sunscreen and water bottle. A weather-proof jacket if appropriate. 

Access: Park on the grassy area opposite 167 Point Richards Road and walk along the sandy track towards the rotunda. You will be required to sign in. 

Note: Please do not attend if you are unwell. This event is also subject to weather conditions and will be postponed if weather is not safe or unfavourable. All participants will be notified 24 hours before. Any cancellations must go to info@bcn.org.au ASAP as limited spaces are available.

This event is a result of Bellarine Bayside's Port Phillip Bay Fund and is supported by the Victorian Government. For more information, please email us at info@bcn.org.au.

We acknowledge Wadawurrung; Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community.

We are committed to ensuring that everyone is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their ability, cultural background, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, intersex status or sexual orientation.

Help restore the Narrows, Queenscliff

The Narrows is a thin section of Moonah woodland situated next to Dog Beach, Queenscliff. In partnership with the Borough of Queenscliffe and the Borough Coastcarers group, we have been removing weeds at this site for many years and invite the wider community to find out about our conservation efforts, some of the local weeds impacting these places and contribute through a weeding activity.

This activity will include a guided walk within the woodlands of the Narrows, information about plants and animals found nearby and some weeding of invasive species. The event will end with a complimentary morning tea. Please wear enclosed shoes and weather appropriate clothing. BYO water bottle and hat. Biscuits, tea and coffee and milk varieties will be provided.

Location: This event is being held at the Narrows, Queenscliff. Park in the Dog Beach carpark, opposite 4 Bellarine Highway, Queenscliff.
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/i6Cfamu3Ug7PCHw48

Please email info@bcn.org.au for any questions. This event is supported by the Borough of Queenscliffe.

Explore the woodland of Point Lonsdale

Bunnywoods is a beautiful section of Moonah woodland along the Point Lonsdale foreshore, home to birds, bugs, bats and more. Join this family-friendly environment day to find out about the plants and animals that call this place home.

This activity will include a guided walk along the tracks of Bunnywoods, a scavenger hunt for kids and some weeding (optional). This woodland has some invasive weeds including Blue Periwinkle that requires community assistance to remove by hand.

The event will end with a complimentary morning tea. Please wear enclosed shoes and weather appropriate clothing. BYO water bottle and hat. Biscuits, tea and coffee and milk varieties will be provided.

Location: This event is in Bunnywoods, the woodland south of Royal Park Caravan Park. Park along Jordan or Williams Road, cross the road towards the foreshore and enter the park via the 'exit only' driveway. Be aware of traffic crossing the road and entering the park. Look for the Bellarine Catchment Network vehicle and signage.
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JcZGXoP4VA2x2idz8

Please email info@bcn.org.au for any questions. This event is supported by the Borough of Queenscliffe.

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