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SUMMARY:Calling all fungi forayers... Please note there are now  2-3 places available contact Arlene 0402272868
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL FUNGI FORAYERS:  Discover Nature’s Hidden Gems Beneath Your Feet \nReady to explore the magical\, mysterious world of fungi? Whether you’re a curious newbie\, a seasoned mycophile\, or just after a whimsical forest walk\, the Western Australian Naturalists’ Club’s Main branch is joining the WA Nats’ Darling Range Branch for an adventure into the undergrowth. \n \nWhat to Expect: \n\nGuided fungi foray in Kalamunda\nLearn to identify wild fungi\nConnect with nature lovers and local experts\nFun\, family-friendly\, and full of forest magic\n\nBring along a camera to record your sightings\, a mirror for examining the undersides of the fungi\, and a curiosity to learn more. \nA folding field guide to local fungi ($10) and small ‘fungi mirrors’ ($5) will be available for sale. We will gather at the beginning and end of the walk to share and learn more from our experts. \nBe weather-aware and bring adequate footwear and clothing. Please note that kangaroos are in the area\, which raises the risk of picking up a tick. You may want to carpool\, although there is plenty of parking on site. \nGuests: Gold coin donation welcome. Limited places available\, so book quickly. \nPlease note the location address will be sent closer to the time. \nImage: Graham Ezzy \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/fungi-foray/
LOCATION:KALAMUNDA\, Kalamunda\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion,Fungi events
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260809T090000
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SUMMARY:Birds at Herdsman Lake – FAMILY EXCURSION
DESCRIPTION:Location: Moondine Drive\, Wembley\nMeet: Carpark off Moondine Drive\, on left\,100m after the right-hand\nturn. \nJohn Cresp\, of Birdlife\, will show us some of the diversity of bush birds and waterbirds to be seen around Herdsman Lake. After 11am there may be the option to continue around the lake a little further. \nBring: Binoculars if you have them (not essential). Dress for the weather. \nContact: Mike Gregson
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/birds-at-herdsman-lake-family-excursion/
LOCATION:Moondine Park at Herdsman\, Moondine Dr\, Wembley\, Western Australia\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Gregson":MAILTO:gregsons@bigpond.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260913T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260913T113000
DTSTAMP:20260701T043543Z
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SUMMARY:Orchids in the park
DESCRIPTION:  \nYanchep National Park (Yanchep Beach Rd & Indian Ocean Dr) is a stunning bushland and wetland reserve\, home to western grey kangaroos and an impressive diversity of birdlife. \nThe park is also renowned for its remarkable range of native orchids\, particularly during the flowering season. Walkers may encounter spider orchids\, donkey orchids\, bee orchids\, and purple enamel orchids\, among many others. These delicate blooms thrive in the park’s varied habitats\, from open woodland to damp wetlands\, making every walk a unique discovery. \nLocal guide Shelley Campbell will share her first hand knowledge of the orchids found along the trail\, explaining their distinctive shapes\, colours\, seasonal patterns\, and fascinating pollination methods. This experience offers a deeper appreciation of Western Australia’s exceptional floral biodiversity. \nVisitors are encouraged to stay for a picnic. and explore the park’s additional attractions after the walk. \nMeet that the carpark next to the Koalas Broad walk \nPlease note that the walking trail includes some uphill sections. We recommend checking suitability before booking\, or bringing a walking stick for extra support. \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/orchids-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Yanchep National Park\, cnr Indian Ocean Dr\, Old Yanchep Rd\, Yanchep\, WA\, 6035\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260923T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260923T160000
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SUMMARY:NSB ALL-DAY EXCURSION: YANCHEP NATIONAL PARK
DESCRIPTION:Please indicate your attendance by RSVP. No cost for walk; pay on the day for meal at Yanchep Inn and cave visit. \nFurther details will be sent to the email addresses of those who book. \n \nProgram: \nMeet at Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails car park\, Lakeside Drive\, Joondalup \nDrive to Lacey Road – off Wanneroo Road (22km) \nMorning tea while we arrange car shuttle to Yanchep National Park \nWalk Yaberoo Budjara Trail – Lacey Road to Loch Ness (6.1km low-medium grade) \n\nsouthernmost section of Yanchep NP\nviewing a diversity of landforms and vegetation\n\nLunch at historic Yanchep Inn \nAfternoon visit to caves (optional) or explore the park \nCar shuttle back to Lacey Road. \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsb-all-day-excursion-yanchep-national-park/
LOCATION:Yanchep National Park\, cnr Indian Ocean Dr\, Old Yanchep Rd\, Yanchep\, WA\, 6035\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion,GOlocaLLY
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261011T110000
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SUMMARY:Wildflowers of Lions Lookout Welshpool Road
DESCRIPTION:This excursion will be led by Distinguished Professor Emeritus Byron Lamont AM.  A specialist in the ecology of the flora of the Darling Scarp and Western Australia in general\, Prof Lamont has published hundreds of papers over his long career and subsequent retirement. Prof. Lamont presented the Seventy Memorial Lecture in 2025. He is well known for his research on the ecology of native plants\, including responses to rehabilitation after mining.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/grasping-more-about-grasstrees-lions-lookout-welshpool-road/
LOCATION:Lion’s Lookout\, Lesmurdie\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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