Swampcare at Valley View Swamp

Valley View Swamp wentworth st, Blackheath , NSW, Australia

Come for the day or just the morning.  Help us get this swamp back into shape.  It forms part of the extensive Braeside Swamp which feeds Govett Leap Falls at Blackheath.  There are a wide range of weeds to choose from including Holly, Honeysuckle, Privet, Jasmine and many more.  Enjoy a delicious morning tea and […]

Event Series Jamison Creek Catchment Working Group

Jamison Creek Catchment Working Group

BMCC Administration Building 2 Civic Place , Katoomba, NSW, Australia

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 […]

Yosemite Creek Remote

Minnehaha Falls Reserve end of Minnihaha Rd Seventh Ave , Katoomba, NSW, Australia

Come and join the Minnehaha Bushcare group in the search for Broom and other noxious weeds on Yosemite Creek downstream of the lovely Minnehaha Falls. The group is working to prevent the weeds from spreading further downstream into the remote sections of Katoomba Creek. This activity involves some wading, so be prepared to get your […]

Blue Mountains Botanicals ‘ watercolours by pioneering conservationist Isobel Bowden OAM

Woodford Academy Woodford , NSW, Australia

A 2016 National Trust Heritage Festival Event ‘Discoveries & Rediscoveries’ Exhibition Launch 1-2pm 16 April 2016 Exhibition Dates 16 April, 21 May, 18 June 2016 The Woodford Academy Management Committee invite you to rediscover the intricate botanical art of Isobel Bowden - a pioneering conservationist who significantly contributed to raising awareness, appreciation and protection of […]

Native Plants and Gardening with Dick Turner

Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub 104-108 Macquarie Rd, Springwood, NSW, Australia

Dick Turner, a volunteer at Glenbrook Native Plant Reserve and Nursery, will talk about native plants of the Blue Mountains and the many benefits of using them in your garden. Dick will bring along  a selection of plants to illustrate his presentation. These plants will be available for purchase on the day. Call Springwood Library […]

Marmion Swamp Planting Event

Marmion Swamp Bushcare Marmion Road , Leura , NSW, Australia

Come and join the Marmion Swamp Bushcare Group for some planting to increase the buffer to protect a magnificent swamp system.  Easy access and ideal for children.  Morning tea provided. Please book with Karen Hising at the Bushcare Office  

Bushcare Boosters — Bushcare, the big picture

Lawson Community Hall (Mechanics Institute) 284 Great Western Highway, Lawson , NSW, Australia

You’re invited to a free interactive workshop that will cover the history of Bushcare, the values, problems, plants and animals present at Bushcare sites and aid you with the development of site action plans. The content is general level and is suitable for volunteers who have some practical experience in the field but who wish to […]

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Swampcare in Wentworth Falls

TBC Wentworth Falls

An opportunity to continue the long term efforts of volunteers to free this large swamp system of weeds.  It is a home of the Giant Dragon Fly and the Blue Mountains Water Skink.  A joint NPWS / BMCC activity.  Lunch and morning tea donated by Hominy Bakery.  Book with Lyndal by Tuesday 26th April.

Event Series Jamison Creek Catchment Working Group

Jamison Creek Catchment Working Group

BMCC Administration Building 2 Civic Place , Katoomba, NSW, Australia

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 […]

Jamison Creek  Catchment Meeting

Blue Mountains Council Administration Building 2 Civic Place , Katoomba, NSW, Australia

Council administration building, Katoomba (Grose Valley Meeting Room). Meet in the foyer at 2.50 pm. A new Catchment Group formed to explore the environmental issues impacting on the Jamison Creek ecosystems and to implement strategies to improve the overall catchment health. For more information please get in touch with Lachlan Garland 0415 317 078 or […]

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