Black Mountain Summit Ramble
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Sunday, 29 July 2018 - 9:30am to Monday, 30 July 2018 - 11:45am
Acacia genistifolia (Early Wattle) Photo: Jean Geue
Black Mountain was declared a Nature Reserve by Hon Peter Nixon, Minister for the Interior on 23 July 1970, and the declaration was gazetted on 30 July 1970.
The Summit Walk, a joint initiative between the ACT Government, the Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG) and Telstra, was officially opened on 26 July 2000.
Join Michael Doherty and an ANBG Guide for a ramble up the north-eastern slopes of Black Mountain to the summit. We will be talking about trees, shrubs and fire … and shall we see winter-flowering other plants?
Participants are welcome to walk up and back, but if you would prefer not to walk down, ask a friend to meet you at the top!
The Summit Walk has steep sections, so it is suitable for fit walkers (including children over the age of 12).
Meet: Visitor Centre, ANBG, at 9.30am (sharp).
Cost: Gold coin donation.
Bookings essential: Places are limited. Please email your name and phone number to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com, or phone Linda (0437 298 711), so you can be contacted if arrangements change (eg. adverse weather).
Bring: Friends, water, snacks.
Wear: Sturdy shoes, hat, and sun cream …and remember winter woollies in case it is cold.
