Black Mountain Summit Walk - afternoon - FULLY BOOKED

This walk is now fully booked, and has a large waiting list.

This year is not only the 50^th Anniversary of Black Mountain being declared a conservation reserve, but also the 20^th Anniversary of the official opening of the Summit Walk, which was a joint project between ACT Government, Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG), and Telstra. This year is also the 50^th Anniversary of the ANBG being officially opened to the public.

In the afternoon, join local plant ecologist Michael Doherty for a walk up the north-eastern slopes of Black Mountain to the summit. We will be talking about trees, shrubs and fire, and see some winter flowering plants.

(There is also a morning walk, starting at 9:30am).

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:      1:30pm at the Visitor Centre, Australian National Botanic Gardens

Cost:       Gold coin donation         

Bookings essential: Places are limited, please email your name and phone number to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com, or phone Libby (6296 1936) or Linda (0437 298 711). It also useful for us to contact you if arrangements need to change (e.g. adverse weather).

Bring:     Friends, water, snacks.                           

Wear:     sturdy shoes, hat, and sun cream … and winter woollies in layers in case it is cold.