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Black Mountain is an important element of the Aboriginal and national capital landscape from deep time to today. It may be one of the better-known mountains in Australia because of research and studies done by CSIRO scientists and others. Let’s join Wally Bell, Ngunawal elder, and Mark Butz, history researcher and writer, as they describe the Aboriginal, historic and natural heritage of Black Mountain.
Choose your time – morning or afternoon.
This event is organised by the Friends of Black Mountain.You may also enjoy other walks on Black Mountain arranged for the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival.
Some books will be for sale.
Meet: At the Caswell Drive eastern car park on mountain side. Limited parking. Drive from Belconnen Way southwards along Caswell Drive towards Glenloch Interchange. Note the yellow diamond shape advisory sign showing access road on left, and the blue and white “P” sign for parking. Pull into the carpark carefully. Look for banners.
This walk is a ramble, with some steep sections and rough uneven ground
Cost: Suggested donation of $5
Bring: Friends, water, snacks, sturdy shoes, hat, sun cream.
Bookings essential: Places are limited, please email your name and phone number to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com, or phone Linda (0437 298 711) or Libby (6296 1936) so that you can be contacted if arrangements need to change (e.g. adverse weather).