Join Julie for an introductory talk on the biology, diversity, and interactions of fungi in soil. Julie Fielder is a mycologist and botanist who has worked with plants and fungi across Australia. Her personal passion is the soil mycobiome, and its ecological relationships with plants and soil chemistry. Julie is ...
DRB Presents: Diana Papenfus talking about Christmas Island
The Centenary Luncheon Celebration will feature keynote speakers, presentations, and engaging discussions, offering insights into the past, present, and future of our organization. The event promises to be an event filled with reflection, camaraderie, and appreciation for the rich history and achievements of our esteemed club. It will be an opportunity to celebrate our shared passion for nature, as well as to honour the individuals whose dedication has shaped the legacy of the Western Australian Naturalists Club. The luncheon is a ticketed event , $50 for members and $75 for guests
Join the Club’s Fungi Group on an excursion in the Children’s Forest at Whiteman Park. We will meet in the carpark (no. 20) on Mussel Pool Road. Young Naturalists are encourage to come and explore the diversity in fungi and learn about their function in our world. Book through Humanitix. Costs $10, children under 16 free.
Meet at Perth Hills Discovery Centre Details: Perth Hills Discovery Centre to Ball Creek Campsite and beyond on the Bibbulmun Track. It is approximately 9km return with a few gradual slopes and no steps. Wear clothes appropriate to the weather (i.e. hat / rainwear) and suitable footwear. Toilets at the ...
Bring photos of sightings or outings etc., that may be of interest to other members.
There will be no NSB meeting in July. Instead, we encourage all NSB members to attend the Centenary Celebration Luncheon being held on Saturday 13 July at the University Club of Western Australia, UWA. 12noon – 3pm.
Time: 9:00 am Contact: for further details and to confirm attendance.
We will examine the eastern limit of the parabolic dunes of the Quindalup Dune system before taking the stairs up the dune face. After a quick look at the mature Quandongs, we will descend the dune face and take a walk through the bushland, looking for quenda, orchids and other ...
Woodman Point Walk Location: Coogee Time: 9:30am for 10:00am start Meet: New Meeting Point – At the entrance to Coogee Beach Café, Powell Road, Coogee Details: The walk is 11 km along paved and sandy paths, and beaches. Wear clothes appropriate to the weather and suitable footwear. Bring morning tea, lunch ...
Dr Holly Raudino is a Senior Research Scientist within the Marine Science Program of the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. Holly's interest lies in behavioural ecology and applied research on threatened marine fauna. She leads the state government research and monitoring of marine mammals and continues to collaborate with ...
The club's first excursion was to Leighton Beach after a storm in late July 1924. The excursion leader was Ludwig Glauert, keeper of the biological collection at the WA Museum (He was promoted to Curator of the museum in 1927). On Sunday 4th August we will visit Leighton Beach for ...