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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250525T090000
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SUMMARY:NOTE: Late Change KRMB May Excursion - Wellard Wetlands\, Bertenshaw Road\, Baldivis
DESCRIPTION:Wellard Wetlands has good numbers of wetland and woodland birds. We will take a walk around the lake to see what birds\, insects and other fauna are active here in late Autumn
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-may-excursion-lake-claremont/
LOCATION:Wellard Wetlands\, near Cnr. Bertenshaw Rd. and Cobby Lane\, Baldivis\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250524T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250524T113000
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SUMMARY:Ollie Worrell Reserve\, High Wycombe  "Sit and stand bird watching excursion and bird photography mentoring"
DESCRIPTION:DRB Excursion: Leaders\, renowned Naturalists Rachel and Mike Green \nOllie Worrell Reserve in High Wycombe has a permanent standing lake with many bird species. E-bird has recorded 84 species of birds there. Our excursion leaders\, Mike and Rachel\, have been visiting the reserve regularly since November 2024 and have been impressed with the different bird species they have seen. There are even two birds on the E-bird list they have never seen anywhere. They have seen a Reed Warbler’s nest with chicks\, Dusky Moorhen with chicks\, a Great Cormorant\, a group of Hardheads\, Musk Ducks\, a Darter and several other birds of interest. \nThe opportunity to walk around the lake is limited\, but some seats are supplied\, and they are excellent places to observe the lake\, the island\, and the extensive reeds. People can also bring their own chairs. It is near Abernethy Road\, so traffic can be noisy\, but on the opposite side of the lake\, where we will predominantly be focused\, it is quieter. \nThis excursion will be ideal for beginner bird-watchers and those with moderate experience. Mike is an experienced bird watcher and will provide help with bird identification and sightings. Rachel is an amateur bird photographer and will be available to help people learn some extra techniques for bird photography. This will be ideal for bird photography beginners or those amateurs who want to improve the bird pictures they get. It doesn’t matter what kind of camera you have. \nThere is a flat concrete path around the best part of the lake\, providing access for those with walkers\, wheelchairs\, disabilities\, etc. \nPlease note that there are no facilities\, and car parking is available at Mathew Gibney Catholic School next door or on Worrell Avenue. We will meet at the oval entrance next to the Worrell Avenue reserve\, off Abernethy Road. \nWe anticipate having several visitors from Mike’s bird workshops attending from the local area. \nBring your binoculars. Watch out for the Weather and wear suitable clothing and shoes.\n\n9.30 am – 11 am.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/ollie-worrell-reserve-high-wycombe/
LOCATION:Ollie Worrell Reserve\, High Wycombe\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250330T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250330T130000
DTSTAMP:20250201T033200Z
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SUMMARY:Ellis Brook Valley Reserve- Clean-up Australia excursion
DESCRIPTION:Where: Ellis Brook Valley Reserve is located along Rushton Road in the suburb of Martin. The reserve straddles the Darling Scarp and is known for its wildflowers\, Sixty Foot Falls and blue wrens. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: 9.30 am we will meet at Honeyeater Hollow picnic area (carpark and toilet) and walk one or several of the easy to moderate walking trails. \n\n\n\nBring: gloves and bags to collect rubbish\, camera\, binoculars\, food\, water. Come prepared for the weather (slip-slap-slop). You will need enclosed walking shoes/boots.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/ellis-brook-valley-reserve-clean-up-australia-excursion/
LOCATION:Ellis Brook Valley Reserve\, Rushton Road\, Martin\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Cleanup Australia,Excursion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jolanda Keeble":MAILTO:jmkeeble@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250326T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250326T100000
DTSTAMP:20250301T012157Z
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SUMMARY:NSB's Re-enactment of First Excursion : Lake Joondalup
DESCRIPTION:The Wanneroo and District Branch held its first excursion on 31 March 1985. It was to Neil Hawkins Park. Not long after\, Noelene Goodsell\, wife of the inaugural president\, used her position as a school teacher to involve the Wanneroo Primary School in planning a Nature Trail along the shore of Lake Joondalup. \nOur re-enactment will take us from the park to the Yellagonga Scenic Lookout and beyond. There won’t be too many wildflowers but hopefully lots of birds and maybe a turtle or two. \nPrize for anyone in early 1980s dress. Guys\, how quickly can you grow a mullet! \nComfortable footwear and clothes suitable for the weather. Bring morning tea. \nThere is an added bonus – Neil Hawkins Park is the venue for a special installation during the Joondalup Festival – come along\, listen and learn. \n(Photo: Gary Tate)
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsbs-re-enactment-of-first-excursion/
LOCATION:Neil Hawkins Park\, Boas St\, Joondalup\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Neil Hawkins Park Boas St Joondalup Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Boas St:geo:115.7787,-31.743259
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250323T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250323T170000
DTSTAMP:20250228T123300Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Mealup
DESCRIPTION:Lake Mealup\, where water levels after summer should be suitable for a mix of waterbirds and waders. Greenlands Road West just after leaving the Forrest Highway – there is an area on the right-hand side where it is safe to pull off the road. We will then make our way to Lake Mealup together once all have arrived.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/lae-mealup/
LOCATION:Peel Harvey Estuary\, Greenlands Rd\, West Pinjarra\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250215T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250215T100000
DTSTAMP:20250203T020556Z
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SUMMARY:Darwin Day - Snorkelling in Coogee
DESCRIPTION:Charles Darwin’s birthday\, which falls on 12 February\, is generally used to highlight Darwin’s contributions to science and to promote science in general. To commemorate his achievements\, the Club will head to Coogee this year\, to go snorkelling around the Omeo wreck and the maritime trail\, and discover and learn about the underwater biodiversity at this location. RSVP required for this event. \n\n\n\nA School of Rough Bullseye (Pempheris klunzingeri)\n\n\n\nThe Omeo wreck is located very close to the shore at Coogee Beach\, mostly submerged and literally covered with marine growth. Anybody interested in the maritime history of the wreck can navigate to the WA Museum website (museum.wa.gov.au/maritime-archaeology-db/wrecks/omeo) as it has some interesting information. \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the stairs on Socrates Parade going to the beach where the Omeo Wreck is located. Please note this is a very popular snorkelling and swimming site and parking nearby might be difficult. Leave plenty of time to be there at the starting time. The excursion is suitable for all ages and levels of snorkelling competence. Water depth varies between 0.5 m to 5 m. \n\n\n\nBring: snorkelling gear (mask\, snorkel\, fins)\, sun protection\, towel\, drinking water; optional a floating device\, underwater camera\, fish and or marine life ID book. We will go to a nearby cafe for refreshments afterwards but you can bring your own as well.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/darwin-day-snorkelling-in-coogee/
LOCATION:Omeo Shipwreck\, Socrates Parade\, North Coogee\, Western Australia\, 6163\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion,Snorkelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jolanda Keeble":MAILTO:jmkeeble@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241127T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241127T100000
DTSTAMP:20241031T111535Z
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SUMMARY:GOLLY WALK: CONTINUING OUR BURNS BEACH TO FREMANTLE RAMBLE
DESCRIPTION:Photo: Muderup Rocks. Town of Cottesloe \nThis year we will depart from the norm and skip the couple of kilometres that would have taken us from Swanbourne to Cottesloe. Instead we will start our walk at Muderup Rocks at the southern end of Cottesloe Beach and walk to the beach opposite the Old Cable Station \nOur guides will be Sue Conlan from Friends of Mosman Park Bushland and Mike Gregson from the Naturalists’ Club. We will start by observing some of the geological features of the rocks and learning the significance of the rocks to the Noongar people. Further along the beach we can explore the beach wrack and look for the osprey and other birds that frequent the area. Mike will also point out the spot on the reef where he has seen a sea horse. Our walk will conclude with a talk about the history of the old cable station.  From there we will organise a shuttle back to our starting point and then drive to the Secret Garden for morning tea. \nOur meeting place will be the lawn opposite the western end of Forrest St\, Cottesloe. \nThe walk will be a mixture of walking on the beach and on made footpaths.  Please note there are no toilets along the way. As this is our last walk of the year please bring a plate to share. \nWe are almost in sight of the finish line! Just a couple of more years and we will be there.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/golly-walk-continuing-our-burns-beach-to-fremantle-ramble/
LOCATION:Cottesloe\, opposite Forrest St
CATEGORIES:Excursion,GOlocaLLY,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241124T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241124T090000
DTSTAMP:20241031T111205Z
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SUMMARY:Yeedong Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Location: Yeedong Nature Reserve\, Falcon\, is a coastal reserve with a mixture of coastal heath in the reserve plus access to the dune/beach frontage. \n\n\n\nMeet: Car park at the corner of Yeedong Road and Avalon Parade\, Falcon. \n\n\n\n\n\nContact: Colin) for further details.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/yeedong-nature-reserve/
LOCATION:Yeedong Nature Reserve\, cnr Yeedong Rd and Avalon Parade\, Falcon\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241013T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241013T123000
DTSTAMP:20240725T003805Z
CREATED:20240723T232525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T003805Z
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SUMMARY:Birds\, Orchids and other Wildflowers - Collins Rd
DESCRIPTION:Location – Bushland around Collins Rd (southern side of Brookton Highway) \n\n\n\nGetting there: From the metro area\, travel south-east along the Brookton Highway. Collins Rd is on the right hand side of the road\, approximately 60km from the Albany highway turnoff near Armadale\, or 48km from Canning Road. From Brookton\, it is approximately 50km west of town. \n\n\n\nMeet – In Collins Rd\, ~500m from corner of Brookton Hwy.   \n\n\n\nCollins Rd is a beautiful area of Wandoo woodland\, 114 species of birds have been listed for this site\, as well as about 30 species of orchids\, not to mention many other wildflowers. \n\n\n\nJohn Cresp\, Birdlife WA member\, will lead the search for birds and Mike Gregson will lead the search for wildflowers. Bring some lunch and a chair so we can sit and share our observations at the end.  For anyone who wants to continue\, we may like to look at nearby locations afterwards.   \n\n\n\nContact – Mike Gregson and let him know if you’re coming\, or RSVP below.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/birds-orchids-and-other-wildflowers-collins-rd/
LOCATION:Collins Road\, Corner Brookton Highway and Collins Rd\, Flint\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Gregson":MAILTO:gregsons@bigpond.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241009T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241011T170000
DTSTAMP:20241030T100933Z
CREATED:20240321T020338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T100933Z
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SUMMARY:Centenary Excursion to Dryandra National Park
DESCRIPTION:As part of our 100-year Anniversary\, we will visit Dryandra woodland\, including a visit to Barna Mia. Dryandra woodland is the largest remnant of native vegetation in the western Wheatbelt and well known and appreciated by our Club.  \n\n\n\n\nDryandra is home to magnificent trees and spectacular wildflowers in spring. The open eucalypt woodlands of white-barked wandoo and powderbark covered much of the Wheatbelt before it was cleared for farming. Thickets of rock sheoak and kwongan heath provide habitat for several of Dryandra’s rare species. \n\n\n\n\nWe might also see nocturnal wildlife\, some of the 24 mammal\, 98 bird and 41 reptile species that are all known to call Dryandra home\, including Western Australia’s state mammal emblem\, the numbat (Myrmecobius fasciatus). \n\n\n\nWe have booked four cottages at the Lions Village\, which will accommodate 16 to 20 people. Booking is required to ensure a bed in the cottages. The costs for two nights shared accommodation will depend on how many people attend (approx. $65 for 2 nights). Other members are welcome to join us for the whole or part of the excursion but would need to arrange their own accommodation (two campsites are available). Cost for a visit to Barna Mia will be around $25. \n\n\n\nTo book a place in one of the cottages\, a non-refundable deposit of $15 is needed to hold your place. Money should be paid into the Club’s bank account as soon as possible\, with reference Dryandra excursion (BSB 633000 Acc 168641629).  Further information will be provided after you have RSVP’d and booked. Contact the Club office for any questions. \n\n\n\nBring: Binoculars\, cameras\, bedding\, food for the stay\, etc.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/centenary-excursion-to-dryandra-national-park/
LOCATION:Lions Dryandra Woodland Village\, Lions Dryandra Woodland Village\, Dryandra\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Camp,Centennial,Excursion
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