Upcoming Events
Six Seasons Event - Kambarang
Kambarang - a season when reptiles emerge from hibernation and the warmer and drier weather spurs on a second spring, resulting in the fruiting and ripening of bushfoods. This field trip event to the spectacular Kent River at Millars Basin or Gnowerbup will be an opportunity for participants to learn about native freshwater species and gain a better understanding of the Noongar seasons and the changes experienced within the local environment.
Murdoch University researchers Stephen Beatty, Mark Allen and Mitchell Haywood will discuss their current research project investigating the freshwater biodiversity within natural water refuges and fire water points and the impact of declining rainfall on species that rely on freshwater sources. Bookings to this free event are limited so please head to the Denmark Environment Centre website to secure your place.
Walpole Wilderness BioBlitz
Aquatic node leader Dr Mark Allen and UWA Masters student Cecil Ellis will be running a series of field-based presentations on the role of fire water points in conserving threatened freshwater species as part of the Walpole Wilderness Bioblitz 2023. Other scientists will also be giving presentations on frogs, birds, wildflowers and other components of the region’s fascinating biodiversity.
The event will be held in stunning forest and swampland country in remote bushland near the township of Walpole on the weekend of September 30th-October 1st. Places are limited, so please head to www.walpolewilderness.org/2023-2/ for more information about how you can get involved in this unique citizen science event.