Enjoying birds in frosty July – two events to come
Posted on 11 July, 2017 by Tanya Loos
Any bird lover knows that a wintery day is no barrier to birdwatching! The birds go about their business undaunted by the cold; well-wrapped in their feathery coats. If we rug up well, and there is no wind, then winter birding can be a lovely change from huddling by the fire!
This Jacky Winter is well insulated! Photographed by Peter Turner
There are two events coming up soon for those that are interested in their local birds and their habitats. Both events involve a bird walk followed by a presentation about the birds of the local area.
Sunday July 16, 2017 – Bird walk and Landcare workshop for Guildford area
Bird Walk: Local bird and habitat walk along Casley Lane, near Guildford. 9:15am – 11:00am. Meeting point map sent with your RSVP.
Presentation: Guildford birds and how you can care for them, by Connecting Country’s bird enthusiast, Tanya Loos. Also hear from Maurie Dynon, Guildford and Upper Loddon Landcare. Morning tea and presentation: Guildford Hall 11:00am – 12:30pm
Please RSVP (with any dietary requirements) to Tanya Loos on 03 5472 1594 or by email tanya@connectingcountry.org.au
This section of Campbells Creek has been surveyed for birds since 2010. The birdlife is amazing!
Saturday July 22, 2017 – Feathered Friends of Campbells Creek (part of Mount Alexander Shire Council’s Sustainable Living Workshop series)
Castlemaine and Chewton now have beautifully revegetated waterways thanks to the tireless work of local community groups. This has benefited our local birdlife greatly. Connecting Country has surveyed the birds of Campbells Creek for 7 years – and is keen to present a portrait of the creek’s burgeoning birdlife. Dress warmly for a mid-winter presentation, morning tea and bird walk at nearby Honeycomb Rd if weather permits.
The details: From 10.30am to 12.30pm. Presented by Tanya Loos from Connecting Country. In Campbells Creek area (the address/location will be provided to registered attendees closer to the date). To reserve your place for the Feathered Friends walk contact Council’s Healthy Environments team on 5471 1700 or d.giles@mountalexander.vic.gov.au.
These two events are generously supported by the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust.
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Thank you,
Warm regards,
Sally.
Sure, Sally! Thanks for your interest, warm regards, Tanya