Continue the great work done by volunteers along an exceptional and little visited section of the Katoomba Creek looking for mostly Broom, but also other weeds that threaten the World Heritage Area. Bushwalking and regeneration experience is essential for this trip as it involves off track walking, wading in the river and working with a […]
Quarterly meeting of the Jamison Creek Catchment Community Group. Grose/Megalong Conference Room, Blue Mountains City Council, 2-6 Civic Place Katoomba. Please contact Sue Cunningham (scunningham@bmcc.nsw.gov.au), James Bevan (jbevan@bmcc.nsw.gov.au) or call the Bushcare Office on 02 4780 5623 if you are interested in attending.
Implementation of the Bradley Method. Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0bqGdPzb_o for interesting background. Vegetarian morning tea and lunch catered by Hominy bakery. Online booking required for catering purposes.
Support the Braeside Bushcare Group’s valiant efforts to keep Govetts Leap Brook weed-free. We will spend the day checking the brook for Gorse and Broom which germinated in extremely high density after the 2019 fire. This is our chance to fight them off once and for all - all are welcome! Morning tea and lunch […]
Come and learn about the bushland in Hazelbrook. This series of walking and weeding involving some easy weeding followed by an interesting walk in the local area. Bookings Essential. Book by Friday 25th March by either clicking the RSVP below or contact Nathan.
Continue the great work done by volunteers over 16 years in a remote section of Katoomba Creek. Bush regeneration and bushwalking experience are essential. The full day involves off-track walking and wading along the creek. Morning tea and lunch supplied. This is a joint NPWS and Blue Mountains City Council activity, numbers are limited. Please […]
Join the Minnihaha Bushcare Group to take revenge on the Montbretia along the creek line at Minnihaha reserve. This morning is tribute to Ruth, one of long standing members who worked towards removing Montbretia along the creekline at many reserves in the upper mountains.
You are invited to join the Kodala Lane Bushcare Group at Glenbrook Lagoon for their quarterly Bushcare session. Our local community are working with council to transform this area into healthy bushland and a pleasant local reserve for all to enjoy. If you’d like to learn more about the local bushland, restore the local area […]
This newly formed catchment group are meeting to to explore the environmental issues impacting on the Jamison Creek ecosystems and to implement strategies to improve the overall catchment health. The group will be meeting monthly for the set up phase of the group. Meet in Blue Mountains Council Administration building foyer 2.50 pm for a 3pm […]
Spend some time exploring the headwaters of the Grose River. We will be continuing from previous work to stop the weeds invading further downstream and into the Blue Mountains swamp. Be prepared for the possibility of wet feet. Scrumptious morning tea and lunch provided, and numbers are limited, so be sure to book! Please book […]
Friday 15th April (Good Friday) The disastrous 2019-20 fires germinated Broom and Gorse in extremely high density in Blackheath. Come and support the Braeside Bushcare Group who’ve been working hard to keep them under control. There’s still a need for more hands, so all are welcome! Minimal bushwalking involved. Morning tea and lunch provided, so […]
The jewel in the Great Grose Weed Walk crown—where it all started. This multi-day activity is ideal for the fit and adventurous who want to spend 3 days rock hopping and weeding along the river. Some experience in bushwalking and self-sufficient camping is required. Numbers are limited. Please book by Friday 22nd April with Grant […]
The disastrous 2019-20 fires germinated Broom and Gorse in extremely high density in Blackheath. Come and support the Braeside Bushcare Group who’ve been working hard to keep them under control. There’s still a need for more hands, so all are welcome! Minimal bushwalking involved. Morning tea and lunch provided, so book early! Please book with […]
Join us for an interactive celebration of nature, trivia, music and art. All ticket sales go towards conservation of our Upland Swamps. To book follow the link to eventbrite to book your spot. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/swampfest-trivia-fundraiser-tickets-292934223147?fbclid=IwAR3A76GmMPKxPRX2O8MyFyZaze3B55-Fr1HU1d-goykHg2k3SeOuTiQ9tzc
Implementation of the Bradley Method. Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0bqGdPzb_o for interesting background. Vegetarian morning tea and lunch catered by Hominy bakery. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL FOR CATERING PURPOSES
A historic harbour for Gorse and Broom seedlings, Popes Glen has seen fantastic work by contractors, staff and volunteers since it burned in the 2019 fire. Help us continue the effort to free Popes Glen of these serious weeds. Morning tea and lunch supplied. This is a joint NPWS and Blue Mountains City Council activity, […]
This newly formed catchment group are meeting to to explore the environmental issues impacting on the Jamison Creek ecosystems and to implement strategies to improve the overall catchment health. The group will be meeting monthly for the set up phase of the group. Meet in Blue Mountains Council Administration building foyer 2.50 pm for a 3pm […]
A new remote site, this trip will see us walking along remoter parts of Hazelbrook Creek above Burgess Falls to remove Crofton and other weeds that are moving into the Falls and the National Park. Gum boots needed. This will involve walking along unformed bush terrain along the creek, and also a moderate climb down […]
Come and learn about the bushland in Hazelbrook. This series of walking and weeding involves some easy weeding followed by an interesting walk in the local area. This particular session will involve some weed removal in the Gloria Park location, followed by a walk to look at sites of natural and historical interest.Bookings Essential. Book […]
This newly formed catchment group are meeting to to explore the environmental issues impacting on the Jamison Creek ecosystems and to implement strategies to improve the overall catchment health. The group will be meeting monthly for the set up phase of the group. Meet in Blue Mountains Council Administration building foyer 2.50 pm for a 3pm […]
The Woody Weed Wander Bushcare Group will be returning to the Katoomba Golf Course to continue work along a creek and swamp. Enjoyable, easy and satisfying work to remove a range of weedy shrubs and vines to allow native species to flourish. This work will protect and buffer a local waterway and reduce the spread of weeds […]
More places have become available and so please feel free to register and also share this amazing experience with your colleagues and volunteers. Click HERE to register your attendance and for more details about this event.
This newly formed catchment group are meeting to to explore the environmental issues impacting on the Jamison Creek ecosystems and to implement strategies to improve the overall catchment health. The group will be meeting monthly for the set up phase of the group. Meet in Blue Mountains Council Administration building foyer 2.50 pm for a 3pm […]
Shale Sandstone Transition Forest Following on from our trip to the northern sector of this magnificent reserve early in 2021 we will be heading to the southern sections from the water tanks on Old Bathurst Rd. Off track work in Shale Sandstone Transition Forest with lots of Grey Gums, Ironbark’s and Ochna… A medium level […]
Come and learn from Office of Environment and Heritage and Shayne Thompson how to remove graffiti from sandstone rock at the cave at Gloria Park. This site is a Aboriginal site with artwork within the cave. Its a wonderful opportunity to learn how to treat the caves from an expert. BYO thermos and we will […]
Come and learn from Office of Environment and Heritage and Shane Thompson how to remove graffiti from sandstone rock at the cave at Gloria Park. This site is a Aboriginal site with artwork within the cave. Its a wonderful opportunity to learn how to treat the caves from an expert. BYO thermos and we will […]
Come and learn from Office of Environment and Heritage and Shane Thompson how to remove graffiti from sandstone rock at the cave at Gloria Park. This site is a Aboriginal site with possible engraving within the cave. Its a wonderful opportunity to learn how to treat the caves from an expert. BYO thermos and we […]
Come and join us! 2 hours of easy weeding with our Bushcare Officer followed by an interpretative walk to places of interest nearby. You may be working around the creek so gum boots are handy. No experience necessary and tools are supplied. Bookings Essential. Book by Thursday 21 July by either clicking the RSVP below […]
Come and learn about the bushland in Hazelbrook. This series of walking and weeding involves some easy weeding followed by an interesting walk in the local area. This particular session will involve some weed removal in the Gloria Park location, followed by a walk to look at sites of natural and historical interest.Bookings Essential. Book […]
We have a great collection of Honeysuckle at the Planetary Health Site which used to be Katoomba Golf Club. We are going to harvest some weeds to make into a basket for each participant to take home. We will be doing a random weave which is the most easiest form of weaving. You will leave […]
This newly formed catchment group are meeting to to explore the environmental issues impacting on the Jamison Creek ecosystems and to implement strategies to improve the overall catchment health. The group will be meeting monthly for the set up phase of the group. Meet in Blue Mountains Council Administration building foyer 2.50 pm for a 3pm […]
Continuing the 24 year history of ecological restoration by the Wentworth Falls Lake Bushcare Group. Contact James Bevan on 0414 195 528 for further information. Aims for the day: 1. planting colonising ground layer species with the dual reproductive traits of seeding and asexual growth. 2. assisted natural regeneration. Meet at the end of Apanie […]
This is the beginnings of a new weeding group at the Varuna House. The morning will consist on removing weeds from the gardens and natural areas surround the writers retreat. Further dates will be the second Wednesday in November. Contact Jane to book your place or RSVP below.