Inspiring Wise Management of Box Gum Grassy Woodlands - Field Day
Join us for an engaging field day focused on the conservation and wise management of Box Gum Grassy Woodlands (BGGW), a unique and endangered ecological community. This event, held in collaboration with Friends of Grasslands, is designed to deepen your understanding of the key components of BGGW ecosystems and inspire practical conservation actions.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, 30th November
- Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Location: Nelanglo Travelling Stock Reserve, then Gunning Showgrounds Bushland Park
Event Highlights:
We’ll start at Nelanglo TSR, where renowned ecologist Dr Sue McIntyre will lead a guided walk through a well-preserved BGGW site. Dr McIntyre, an expert with over 30 years of experience with CSIRO and major ecological projects, specialises in native grassland and grassy eucalypt woodland ecology and restoration. We’ll also be joined by Dr Michael Lenz, who will provide valuable insights on woodland bird species in the area.
Following our walk at Nelanglo TSR, we’ll head to the Gunning Showgrounds. This location, though considered an Endangered Ecological Community, has a significantly degraded understory. This contrast will provide an opportunity to discuss management strategies and practical steps that landholders and conservationists can take to rehabilitate and enhance these landscapes.
- Guided walk with experts
- Practical conservation strategies for BGGW
- Insightful perspectives on woodland birds
- Discussions with conservation-minded individuals
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, notebook, water, and a hat. Binoculars are optional.
This free event includes lunch. Please reserve your spot via Humanitix for catering purposes.
