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Environmental Volunteering Calendar

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Conservation Volunteers Australia works on reviving the local wetlands of Lake Connewarre. Our project, Revive Our Wetlands, focuses on this significant Ramsar listed site and aims to maintain, restore and preserve this land. CVA runs a range of events from weeding to tree planting, and calendar celebration days. Our aims are to create a space for education about conservation, bring the local community together, and provide hands on and outdoor activities.

Links

Conservation Volunteers Melbourne Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cvmelbourne/

Conservation Volunteers Australia Website : https://conservationvolunteers.com.au/

Contact Details

0429103510

ledwards@cva.org.au

Conservation Volunteers Australia Events

Coastal-Woodlands: Community Restoration, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve to help restore the last remaining stand of coastal woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula. We're teaming up with the Friends of Edwards Point for a day of weed extraction, followed by morning tea and the chance to explore the stunning flora of the reserve. The Two...

Wetland & Waterway: Rehabilitation Day, Murtnaghurt Lagoon

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia for a day of giving back to the environment and connecting with nature at Murtnaghurt Lagoon. This culturally significant area for Wadawurrung Traditional Owners provides important feeding and breeding habitat for native fish and a number of wetland-dependent bird species, including rare and endangered flora and fauna. Together with Parks Victoria...

Coastal Wetlands: Shorebird Sanctuary Sweep, Avalon Coastal Reserve

💧🌊Coastal-Wetlands Series🌊💧 We are partnering with Beach Patrol for a special plastic reduction day! Join us for a unique coastal clean-up at Avalon Coastal Reserve, known for its incredible birdwatching and RAMSAR wetland status. Dive into the pristine shores and help protect the habitat of endangered birds by clearing plastic debris. We hope to remove...

Coastal-Woodlands: Community Restoration, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

💧🌳Coastal-Woodlands Series🌳💧 Unite with the Friends of Edwards Point and Parks Victoria at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve. Contribute to restoration of the last remaining coastal-woodlands on the Bellarine through a hands-on weeding session. We will be targeting various woody weed species that populate the reserve. Your participation directly preserves a RAMSAR-designated site and international flyway....

World Wetland Day: Coastal-Wetland Walk & Talk

💧🌊Coastal-Wetlands Series🌊💧Discover the wonders of one of Victoria's vital coastal wetlands. In partnership with Parks Victoria, we invite you to a Wetland Walk and Talk where we are joined by an expert from Birdlife Australia. Learn about the significance of this RAMSAR site for migratory birds, its unique ecology, and how we can protect their...

EOY Bird Watching & Wetland Weeding

Join CVA and Parks Victoria for bird watching and weeding at Avalon Coastal Reserve, renowned for its exceptional birdwatching and RAMSAR wetland status. Engage in a bird monitoring activity, where we'll spot shorebirds and record this valuable data. Get hands-on with conservation efforts by weeding out invasive species, contributing to the preservation of this natural...

Coastal Woodland Restoration Day, Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve

Unite with the Friends of Edwards Point and Parks Victoria at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve. Contribute to restoration of the last remaining coastal-woodlands on the Bellarine through a hands-on weeding session. Your participation directly preserves a Ramsar-designated site and international flyway. Enjoy a revitalising morning tea and set out to explore the stunning Two Bays...

Mangrove Month: Litter Collection & Lunch

Join us for a unique river clean-up experience along the scenic Barwon River, celebrating Mangrove Month. Explore the tranquil riverbanks and protect the habitat of magnificent shorebirds. After a delightful light lunch, dive into the litter collection effort to clear plastic waste from the pristine shores of this serene riverside location. Families, kids, and all...

Shorebird Sanctuary Sweep

Join CVA and Parks Victoria for a unique coastal clean-up at Avalon Coastal Reserve, known for its incredible birdwatching and RAMSAR wetland status. Dive into the pristine shores and help protect the habitat of endangered birds by clearing plastic debris. This site holds cultural and international significance, offering a secluded haven like no other. Help...

Mental Health Week: Nurturing Nature & Well-being

Immerse in well-being and biodiversity awareness at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve, in conjunction with Parks Victoria. Craft seed bombs and cards with sustainable designer Emma Grace, filled with native plants to enhance biodiversity. Engage in a therapeutic weeding session for relaxation and nature connection. Focus on RAMSAR habitats supporting migratory birds and local Bellarine wildlife....

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Conservation Volunteers Australia Notice Board

Community Weeding day & Fauna survey

Join Conservation Volunteers Australia to help maintain the private land around Lake Connewarre on May 4th 2023 at 10am to 2pm. The remarkable Lake Connewarre is one of Victoria's most significant wetlands and a Ramsar site for migratory birds. Private landholders need our help to maintain and restore habitat connectivity and biodiversity of the wetland's...

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