Waterwatch have some exciting free events coming up this Spring. All events are free, bookings essential.
Epping North Frog Census, 12 October 2017 7:30-8:30pm.
Meet at Edgars Creek, Lehma
nn’s Farm Park, cnr Broadleaf Drive and Zinnober Lane, Epping. Melway reference: 181 F5. Join Waterwatch and the Friends of Growlers Grasslands for a night of frog discovery. Learn to recognise different frog calls and help collect important data for the frog census including using the exciting new Melbourne Frog Census app. There will be a presentation and a walk around the wetland. Families are most welcome. The event involves walking, at times in the rain, so please bring weather appropriate clothing for the event. (Frogs love rain so don’t be put off by a rainy evening, this event will still go ahead.) Bookings essential here
nn’s Farm Park, cnr Broadleaf Drive and Zinnober Lane, Epping. Melway reference: 181 F5. Join Waterwatch and the Friends of Growlers Grasslands for a night of frog discovery. Learn to recognise different frog calls and help collect important data for the frog census including using the exciting new Melbourne Frog Census app. There will be a presentation and a walk around the wetland. Families are most welcome. The event involves walking, at times in the rain, so please bring weather appropriate clothing for the event. (Frogs love rain so don’t be put off by a rainy evening, this event will still go ahead.) Bookings essential here
This event is proudly supported by Melbourne Water
Waterbug (ALT Method) Census Community Waterbug sessions on the Merri Creek – Spring 2017*
Macroinvertebrates (or water bugs) are very important for the health of the waterway as they are a key part of the food chain and can tell us about the health of the ecosystem.
Join Merri Creek Management Committee for one (or both!) of these Waterbug sampling sessions as we collect data on waterbug diversity for Melbourne Water project priorities. The sessions will cover:
• sampling and collecting of macroinvertebrates
• identifying live macroinvertebrates (using
• the Agreed Level Taxonomy System)
• increasing your ALT accreditation
Lunch is provided.
*please note: these sessions are only for participants that have completed Waterbug Census advanced training session.
Dates & Times:
1. Sunday 8 October 2017, 10am-1pm
2. Sunday 29 October 2017, 10am-1pm
Locations:
1. Merri Creek, end of Lorne Street Fawkner (park on Lorne Street and walk approx. 200 downstream)
2. Merri Creek, 250 metres upstream end of Keady Street Coburg North. Parking on Keady Street or bike ride to site via Merri trail.
Bookings essential- MCMC 9380 8199 or email JuliaCirillo@mcmc.org.au (please include any dietary requirements).
This event is proudly supported by Melbourne Water
Saturday 21 October Wetland Walk and Talk in Darebin.
10:30am-12:30pm Meet at Pavilion next to children’s Playground, Edwards Lake Park, Griffiths Street, Reservoir. Saturday 21 October, 10:30-12:30pm. Celebrate National Water Week by joining City of Darebin and Waterwatch environment staff on an easy walk and talk of the history, environmental benefits and the wonders of wetlands at Edwardes Lake Park in Reservoir. The City of Darebin are launching their new interactive water map and invite you to explore how Water Sensitive Urban Design in Darebin is helping to reduce pollution in our local waterways. Come learn more and get your hands wet testing the water quality and catching local waterbugs at the wetland walk and talk. Light refreshments provided. Families are welcome. This is a free event. Bookings essential here This event is proudly supported by the City of Darebin
Waterbug Census - advanced training*
When: Saturday, 21 October 2017, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Where: Warburton (details provided on booking)
Details: Join Waterwatch and John Gooderham from the Waterbug Company to advance your waterbug identification skills. *Previous experience with waterbug monitoring for Waterwatch is required.
Registrations: Free event, places limited. Register via email to Yvonne Cabuang atyvonne.cabuang@melbournewater.com.au or 131 722.
Frog census with the Friends of Edgars Creek. Thursday 9 November, 7:30-8:30pm.
Meet in front of Reservoir Scout Hall, Leamington Street Reservoir. Join Waterwatch and the Friends of Edgars Creek for a night of frog discovery. Learn to recognise different frog calls and help collect important data for the frog census including using the exciting new Melbourne Frog Census app. There will be a presentation and a walk around the wetlands and Edgars creek. Families are most welcome. The event involves walking, at times in the rain, so please bring weather appropriate clothing for the event. (Frogs love rain so don’t be put off by a rainy evening, this event will still go ahead.) Bookings essential here. This event is proudly supported by Melbourne Water
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