The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will provide an overview of the 44 species of Australian conifers including their distribution and some of the factors contributing to this spatial outcome. The workshop will provide guidance on the use of an identification key based on vegetative characteristics: mainly leaves, cones and buds. About 80% of native […]
8.30 am start (gates open at 8.15 am) Observe amazing birdlife in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens. In a small group, experience the Gardens early on a spring morning when the birds are nesting and at their most active. The walk of 1½ to 2 hours with expert bird guides includes plenty […]
If you attended the Questacon Mangroves exhibition, you will be excited learn that Questacon is now offering a Questacon Mangroves Felting Workshop with Melanie Tribe! Please see exclusive link below for discounted early bird tickets. This price is valid until 29 August, after which time tickets will be full price. Get your ticket here! (or […]
Hannah, a PhD candidate at ANU, will talk about the hundreds of Eastern brown snakes being translocated around the ACT each year. However, recent work has shown that moving reptiles long distances may have harmful impacts on brown snake behaviour and survival. Abstract Eastern brown snakes are the most common snake in urban Canberra, leading […]
The meeting, which takes place at 10 am in the Theatrette, will feature presentations by Cristy Froehlich and Julia Landford from NatureArt Lab. NatureArt Lab unites communities through art inspired by nature and provides short art courses, photography courses and workshops. They also offers immersive nature tours in Australia and around the world. Cristy is a […]
SOLD OUT Fun for young and old, explore the Gardens as it gets dark, observe the birds as they go to bed, discover animals that come out at night. Visiting the Gardens by torch and moonlight gives such a different feeling and perspective to visiting during the day. This special family friendly event is for […]