🌾💧Wetland & Waterway Series💧🌾Join us for National Science Week at Sparrovale Wetlands, a collaborative effort with Geelong City Council to restore and protect this vital ecosystem connected to Lake Connewarre, an internationally significant RAMSAR site. Open to all, our event celebrates National Science Week by engaging in a bio-blitz activity to log the unique biodiversity of this site! Paired with a clean-up activity and data collection for CSIRO research. Together, we'll strengthen climate resilience at our wetland sites, contributing to a healthier planet for all.
** Key Highlights ** Weeding invasive species and logging vegetation. Litter and data collection for CSIRO research. Collaboration and team bonding with like-minded community members. Free lunch included.🔬Mark your calendar and be part of this impactful environmental initiative.🔬 Register now to secure your spot and join us in making a difference.
Did you know there’s so much useful information on the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority's (CCMA) NRM Planning Portal which can help you make informed decisions about your property, be it a farm or a town block.
Information such as:
· Soil type
·      Vegetation
· Water flow and flooding
·      And even a fascinating 1945 map of the Bellarine, amongst much other information.
AND the portal allows you to print off a property report.
CCCMA's Chris Pitfield will join us to explain the CCMA NRM Portal and how to use it.
He’ll talk about a newly launched project particularly close to his heart, the Floristic Mapping Units, which allows a detailed understanding of the plants which would have originally grown on your property and across the Bellarine.
As President of Friends of Ocean Grove Nature Reserve Chris will also update us on this special place.
This session is part of our Victorian Landcare Grant 2024. ALL WELCOME
Join us for World Environment Day at Sparrovale Wetlands, a collaborative effort with Geelong City Council to restore and protect this vital ecosystem connected to Lake Connewarre, an internationally significant RAMSAR site. Open to all, our event celebrates World Environment Day by planting trees and promoting environmental awareness. Together, we'll strengthen climate resilience at our wetland sites, contributing to a healthier planet for all.
** Key Highlights ** Planting native seedlings for wetland restoration. Collaboration and team bonding with like-minded community. Free lunch included. 🌿Mark your calendar and be part of this impactful environmental initiative.🌿 Register now to secure your spot and join us in making a difference!
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.
Join the Bellarine Catchment Network and Corangamite CMA for a day weeding on Mud Islands. Help protect and enhance habitat by removing invasive weeds along the beach and dunes.
Mud Islands are part of the Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and the Port Phillip Bay (Western Shoreline) & Bellarine Peninsula RAMSAR site. The habitat on the islands includes saltmarsh, mudflats and dune shrubland, these habitats are critical for the survival of many species of bird, endangered species like the White-faced Storm Petrel and migratory shorebirds.
Meeting Point: We will be meeting at Queenscliff Harbour (map location here), where we will be taking a boat with Queenscliff Dive Centre from the Marina out to the island. Please ensure you arrive on time so that you do not miss the boat and you can fill out required forms before departure.
Catering: Morning tea and lunch will be provided – please provide dietary requirements by contacting Rachael Beecham rachael.beecham@ccma.vic.gov.au
It may get cold on the boat, so please bring a warm jacket/rain jacket. You will get wet. We will be wading through water around knee height when we get off the boat, so it is suggested to wear shorts/bathers/wetsuit and/or have a change of clothes.
Bring a hat, drinking water, snacks, sunscreen, binoculars and wear sturdy shoes.
NOTE:Â If the weather becomes unfavourable, the event will be postponed and participants will be notified as soon as possible.
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds at Bunnywoods in Point Lonsdale. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and our safety procedures. All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations and we will update this event 24 hours in advance of a cancellation.
Additional Information:
Meet in Royal Park Caravan Park (see the icon on the map below). 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
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations. All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information:
Meet at the Narrows Beach carpark, Queenscliff (opposite 6 Bellarine Hwy)
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations. All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information:
Meet at the Narrows Beach carpark, Queenscliff (opposite 6 Bellarine Hwy)
Volunteer with Bellarine Catchment Network to restore native habitat and remove weeds in Queenscliff. We are inviting community members to join the conservation group 'Borough Coastcarers' where you can give nature a hand by restoring critical habitat and removing invasive weeds while spending time outdoors.
Volunteers will be guided by experienced conservation field staff. Volunteers will need to BYO safety gear (enclosed shoes, gloves, glasses) and abide by relevant Covid-19 regulations. All activities are subject to weather warnings and considerations.
Additional Information:
Meet at the Narrows Beach carpark, Queenscliff (opposite 6 Bellarine Hwy)
