Spend the day extending the work of the Popes Glen Bushcare Group by working downstream to stop the weeds going over the Falls into the Grose Valley. Be prepared for wading in the creek. This is a joint NPWS / BMCC activity with morning tea and lunch provided. Book with Lyndal by Wednesday 2nd March. […]
Restoring Native Wildlife (Introduction) - 2 April 2016 This workshop will teach you simple & practical techniques to restore native wildlife with a focus on Bushcare. It is ideal for anyone restoring bushland areas including Bushcare/Landcare volunteers, rural landowners, NPWS, LLS, and local council staff.
This workshop is aimed to showcase the volunteering opportunities for Bushcare and for Wildplant Rescue. We will start the morning with a tour of the nursery and some opportunities to get your hands into it. Then we will visit a Bushcare site and have an occupational therapist on hand to work through the benefits of […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]