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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:South Ledge to Hewitt’s Hill Campsite\, Mundaring \nMeet:            South Ledge car-park. \nIf coming from Kalamunda\, follow Mundaring Weir Rd\, past The Dell Picnic Area and turn left past Farrell Grove to the end of South Ledge Rd. \nIf coming from Mundaring\, head south along Mundaring Weir Rd until past the weir and continue heading south west for approx. two miles\, before turning to the right up South Ledge Rd. The last kilometre is up a gravel road. \nDetails:         The walk is along the Bibbulmun Track\, out and back\, along a mix of undulating gravel trail and vehicle access roads for approximately 8 km. \nThere is a toilet at the car-park and at Hewitt’s Hill campsite. Wear clothes appropriate to the weather (i.e. hat / rainwear) and suitable footwear. \nBring morning tea\, lunch and drinking water. Optional afternoon tea\, coffee and cakes back at the cars. If you want to stay\, bring chair/blanket and extra provisions. \nWear clothes appropriate to the weather (i.e. hat / rainwear / sunscreen) and suitable footwear.  Bring morning tea and drinking water\, and lunch to have back at the cars. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 19th July. \nContact:          Margaret McHugh Ph 0449897582
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-23/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250716T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250716T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
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SUMMARY:NSB: Who was Alfred Gibson? and other desert trivia
DESCRIPTION:Don Poynton will illustrate and talk about his recent trip from Perth to Alice Springs via the Great Victoria and Gibson Deserts. Who was Alfred Gibson? What happens at 7.15am WST around the world\, everyday? Where would you find a Dunna Dunna?  Which is larger Uluru or Mt Connor? What do hungry dingoes eat?  Learn the answers and much more by attending this\, not so usual\, travelogue. \nPhoto: Mt Connor. Don Poynton
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsb-who-was-alfred-gibson-and-other-desert-trivia/
LOCATION:Henderson Environmental Centre\, Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St\, North Beach\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250713T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250627T075326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T014640Z
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SUMMARY:Fungi Foray
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🌿 What to Expect: \n\nGuided fungi foray in Glen Forrest\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. A folding field guide to local fungi ($10) as well as small ‘fungi mirrors’ ($5) will be available for sale. We will gather on the veranda at the beginning and end of the walk to share and learn more from our experts. \nBe weather aware and bring along adequate footwear and clothing. Please note that kangaroos are in the area\, so it raises the risk of picking up a tick. You may like to carpool\, although there is plenty of parking at the house. \nGuests: Gold coin donation welcome. Limited spaces available\, so book quickly. \n 
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/finding-fungus/
LOCATION:1460 Jellicoe Road\, Glen Forrest\, 1460 Jellicoe Way\, Glen Forrest\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion,Fungi events
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Quinn":MAILTO:vp@wanaturalists.org.au
GEO:-31.927657;116.108015
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250711T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250711T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20241215T005838Z
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SUMMARY:DRB Presents: BoorYul-Bah-Bilya: A new community catchment plan for the Mandoon Bilya (Helena River)
DESCRIPTION:DRB Presents: BoorYul-Bah-Bilya: A new community catchment plan for the Mandoon Bilya (Helena River) \nNote: no RSVP required. \nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell. \nSpeaker: \n  \nFrancesca Flynn \n\nTopic: \nBoorYul-Bah-Bilya (Mandoon Bilya – Helena River) \n \nLess than 1% of WA’s major rivers are in pristine or near-pristine condition\, and despite the good work of many\, river health continues to decline. To have a realistic chance of restoring river health\, new thinking and approaches are urgently needed. BoorYul-Bah-Bilya (BBB) is an exciting initiative launched in 2024 by Bibbul Ngarma Aboriginal Association that aims to address declining river health through creation of a new type of community catchment plan. \n  \nBBB is the first program of its kind to consider environmental\, social\, cultural and economic factors in one integrated plan\, allowing a better balance between the many values of rivers. Its grassroots approach ensures local knowledge is embedded throughout and enables community\, residents\, businesses\, schools and government to contribute towards the future vision. \n  \nThe first BBB plan focuses on the Mandoon Bilya\, or Helena River\, which flows from Ballardong Country near York and Beverley\, through Mundaring and Kalamunda in the Perth Hills\, and down into Whadjuk Country through Midland\, before joining the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) in Guildford. However\, BNAA hope to create widespread transformative change by creating a transferable model that can be applied to any river. The first BBB plan will be released to coincide with the 2029 Perth Bicentenary\, an important milestone to consider the impact of colonisation on our waterways and how we collectively address the challenges of urbanisation and a drying climate. \n  \nThe presentation will be given by BNAA Executive Director\, Francesca Flynn\, an environmental scientist and local hills resident who is passionate about creating a better future for Australian rivers. For more information\, visit www.bibbul.org \nPlus: \n\nKids’ talk – one of your younger members will be giving a 5 minutes kids’ talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8 minutes Boffins’ talk. Rachel and Mike will give a talk on Ospreys. \n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. \nSee you there for fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/francesca-flynn/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250706T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250706T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250626T023252Z
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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Burswood Bridges \nMeet: Taylor St. car-park\, off Canning Hwy (river side of McCallum Park) [UBD map 7\, G8] \nDetails:           The walk is an easy loop walk of approximately 6 km\, which can be shortened as necessary\, on both sides of the Swan river – East Perth via Windan\, Matagarup and Booloo Bridges and Burswood Park – all on good paved paths. \nWear clothes appropriate to the weather (i.e. hat / rainwear) and suitable footwear.  Bring morning tea and drinking water. With a short walk afternoon tea may be omitted and we  can have lunch at the cars. There are toilets en route. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 5th July \nContact:          Sylvia Hodgkinson  Ph 0421 510 739 / 9527 2383
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-22/
LOCATION:Victoria Park
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250704T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250704T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250610T011043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T024033Z
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SUMMARY:Bats\, Traps and Acoustics by Kelley Sheldrick
DESCRIPTION:Join Kelly Sheldrick for a talk about citizen science bat surveys in southwest WA\, and learn more about these elusive mammals\, which make up around a third of all mammal species in the region.  \n\n\n\n\n The presentation will cover the survey techniques used\, including the use of acoustic lures to increase capture rates during bat trapping. Kelly will also share initial findings from recent trapping and acoustic surveys conducted across the southwest\, from Two Rocks to Denmark. \n\n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.10 pm and the meeting begins at 7.30 pm at the Hew Roberts Lecture Theatre\, University of Western Australia\, Nedlands. Parking is available at the Gordon St or Clifton St entrances to the campus.  All are welcome to attend\, with a donation of $3 for members or $5 for non-members giving you a chance to win the door prize (EFTPOS available).  The main presentation will be followed by a short “focus” talk\, after which you are welcome to join us for tea/coffee and conversation.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/bats-traps-and-acoustics-by-kelley-sheldrick/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250625T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250625T093000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250516T082141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T022405Z
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SUMMARY:NSB  Golly Walk : Lake Joondalup's Hidden Treasures
DESCRIPTION:Our walk will take us through important Banksia Woodland\, pine forest and along the northeast edge of Lake Joondalup. This area has one of the largest remaining stands of Swamp Banksia (Banksia littoralis)\, a species which once surrounded most of Perth’s wetlands. It will be peak flowering season when we visit. We will also have the opportunity to see many waterfowl and probably both white and red-tailed cockatoos as well as some raptors over the lake and many small birds in the bushland. \nBring:  Comfortable footwear and clothes suitable for the weather.  Note there are no toilets on site. Bring morning tea. \nPhoto Credit: iNaturalist
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/nsb-golly-walk-lake-joondalups-hidden-treasures/
LOCATION:Donnelly Park\, Wanneroo\, via Wanneroo Rd\, Renner Cir and Turnwood Vista\, Wanneroo\, Australia
CATEGORIES:GOlocaLLY,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250622T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250601T073948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T022327Z
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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Abyssinia Rock \nMeet:          Meet at the carpark on the Brookton Hwy\, on the right where the power line crosses the highway. That is 1.5 km past the green B80 (Brookton 80 km) sign\, or 12 km past the Ashendon Rd Junction. \nDetails:       The walk is about 11 km\, flat on the way out\, a clamber over the rock and an ascent and decent on the return. Lunch on Abyssinia Rock. \nWear clothes appropriate to the weather and suitable footwear. Bring morning tea\, lunch and drinking water to have during the walk. Optional afternoon tea\, coffee and cakes back at the cars. If you want to stay\, bring chair/blanket and extra provisions. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 21st June. \nContact:      Norm Hodgkinson Ph 0474 520 086
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-21/
LOCATION:Brookton Highway
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250622T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250622T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250428T043723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T052734Z
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SUMMARY:KRMB June Field Excursion - Sullivan Rock
DESCRIPTION:Our June outing is to Sullivan Rock where the focus will be on Fungi\, Flora and Fauna. Meet at the car park on the opposite side of Albany Highway to the rock itself
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-june-field-excursion-sullivan-rock/
LOCATION:Sullivan Rock\, J792+W7 Mount Cooke\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Excursion
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250618T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250516T080246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T053055Z
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SUMMARY:Highlights of the Notley Late Easter Camp
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Notley Late Easter Camp was held between 1-7 May with the Wellington Forest Cottages as our base. It was a very packed programme with visits to and walks at\, many interesting sites\, including an introduction to the forest at the nearby Wellington Discovery Forest Centre and a guided tour of the Collie Mural Trail. Attendees will talk about and show photos of their favourite spots\, activities and observations. \nPhoto credit: Jolanda Keeble
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/highlights-of-the-notley-late-easter-camp/
LOCATION:Henderson Environmental Centre\, Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St\, North Beach\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250616T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250428T042918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T022346Z
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SUMMARY:KRMB June General Meeting - Bats of South-west WA\, Kelly Sheldrick
DESCRIPTION:Join Kelly Sheldrick for a fascinating talk about bats in southwest WA\, including highlights from recent summer trapping work. She’ll share how acoustic lures are being used to attract bats\, how acoustic and trapping results compare\, and some of the species they’ve caught along the way. Kelly will also talk about what’s planned next for southwest bat research. It’s a great chance to learn more about these often-overlooked animals and the methods helping to protect them.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKelly Sheldrick is an ecologist specialising in ecoacoustics and bat conservation. As the Citizen Science Program Manager at the Conservation Council of WA\, she leads community projects and promotes biodiversity. She also serves on various committees\, including the Australasian Bat society and Australian Citizen Science Association WA committee.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-june-general-meeting-bats-of-south-west-wa-kelly-sheldrick/
LOCATION:Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre\, 49 Safety Bay Road\, Peron\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250613T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250613T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20241215T005722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T015028Z
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SUMMARY:DRB Presents: Lauren Hawkins - Listening to the Forest: ecoacoustics and ecosystem health
DESCRIPTION:DRB Presents: Lauren Hawkins – Listening to the Forest: ecoacoustics and ecosystem health \nNote: no RSVP required. \nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell. \nSpeaker: \nLauren Hawkins is a research scientist with DBCA’s Ecosystem Science program. Lauren uses ecoacoustics to study the acoustic communities of ecosystems in the south-west of Western Australia. Her research aims to improve scientific understanding of the ecological functions\, health\, habitat quality\, and acoustic biodiversity of these ecosystems for application in ecosystem monitoring and management \nTopic: \n \nJoin us for an engaging presentation on ecoacoustics – the innovative science of listening to nature to assess ecosystem health. Discover how researchers use soundscapes\, from bird songs to soil vibrations\, to monitor the distribution and behaviour of specific forest species\, track biodiversity\, and detect environmental changes in forests. Learn about real-world applications\, from local projects tracking the health of south-west forests of Western Australia to global initiatives using ecoacoustics to create inventories of biodiversity. Attendees will have the opportunity to step into the shoes of an ecoacoustician\, getting to test their knowledge of a diversity of sounds as we play a game or two of “What’s Making That Sound?” This session will then finish with an exploration of how citizen scientists can contribute to conservation efforts through acoustic monitoring. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the symphony of the forest and its role in ecological research. \nPlus: \n\nKids’ talk – one of your younger members will be giving a 5 minutes kids’ talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8 minutes Boffins’ talk. Tony Start (DRB Member) will give a talk on “Dragonflies and Damselflies”. \n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. \nSee you there for fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/ecoacoustics/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250608T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250601T073420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T022431Z
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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Whistle Pipe Gully \nMeet:          End of Lewis Road\, Forrestfield (car park can be very busy). \nDetails:       This walk is short\, 3.2 km\, and almost all incline (about 130 metres) – uphill on the way out and downhill on the way back. The surface is rocky and in parts slippery\, hard\, sandy\, lateritic\, uneven and so a bit skiddy especially on the way down. If there is water in the creeks this may also impact walking surfaces. This is a beautiful walk but is quite challenging in parts. \nBring lunch and drinking water. Lunch will be back at the cars. If you want\, bring chair/blanket and extra provisions. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 7th June. \nContact:      Haydee Adel  0405244900
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-20/
LOCATION:Forrestfield
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250607T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250607T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250429T064412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T052350Z
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SUMMARY:Spotlighting Excursion to Pinnaroo & Craigie Bushland
DESCRIPTION:Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park Cemetery\, then over to Craigie Bushland \nBring: Headtorch (torch is ok)\, Mossie Repellent\, Snacks & water\, Enclosed Shoes \nMeet at 5pm at Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park Cemetery off Whitfords Ave to see the many kangaroos that live within the grounds. \nPark by the lake (first turn off roundabout then first left – directions in link). \n \nWe will watch the plentiful Western grey kangaroos before moving the cars over to Craigie Bushland (Google Maps Location) which is encompassed by a predator proof fence. \nWe will move cars to \nCraigie Bushland is found just off Whitfords Ave\, Craigie behind the Craigie Leisure Centre and managed by the City of Joondalup. \nThe reserve encompasses 56ha\, of which 42ha has a predator free fence. The fence was put up in 2010 and 3 years later 43 Quenda (Isoodon fusciventer) were reintroduced to the reserve.  We will walk on mostly level gravel tracks by night for around an hour. \n \n  \nSee my blog of one of my previous visits – Ry’s blog \nWe should see plenty of wolf spiders\, other night time critters and hopefully Quenda & Brush tailed possums.  I will have a thermal camera and bat detector as well. \n  \nContact Ry ryber1@gmail.com or 0439994338 if needed.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/spotlighting-excursion-to-pinnaroo-craigie-bushland/
LOCATION:Craigie Bushland\, Whitfords Ave\, Craigie\, WA
CATEGORIES:Excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Ry Beaver":MAILTO:ryber1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250606T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250606T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250517T045112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T025108Z
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SUMMARY:Sticky diversity¦The Sundews of Western Australia
DESCRIPTION:Sundews (botanical name Drosera) are carnivorous plants that capture and digest insects using leaves covered in sticky\, mucilage-producing tentacles. Western Australia is the global diversity hotspot for the genus\, with more than 150 species that primarily occur in the South-West and Kimberley regions. New species continue to be discovered and described each year\, with many of them already being on the verge of extinction due to habitat loss. This presentation will introduce the genus Drosera with a focus on natural history aspects such as rediscoveries of long-lost species\, novel plant-animal interactions (especially kleptoparasites)\, and the rapidly growing role of citizen science in taxonomic and conservation research. \n\n\n\n\nD. pinata\n\n\n\nD. neesii\n\n\n\nD. squamosa\n\n\n\nD macropetala\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThilo Krueger is a PhD student at Curtin University (Perth\, Western Australia) researching carnivorous plants. He is particularly interested in their ecology\, taxonomy\, and conservation\, primarily studying them by field research throughout Western Australia. Currently\, he is researching plant-animal interactions such as prey spectra and pollinators\, describing new species\, and preparing assessments of the conservation status of potentially threatened species. \n\n\n\nTheo with Drosera gigantea and Utricularia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFocus talk\n\n\n\nJolanda will briefly introduce her new book as a ‘soft launch’ at our next meeting. The official launch will happen during the Verticordia Festival in Wongan Hills\, which falls on 1 and 2 November. She will have the book available for members to buy at a discounted price of $45. Bring cash if you are interested in purchasing a copy.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/sticky-diversity%c2%a6the-sundews-of-western-australia/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting,Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250531T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250318T030425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T152925Z
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SUMMARY:Excursion Fremantle Shipwrecks Museum
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the fascinating history of Australia’s oldest shipwrecks. The WA Shipwrecks Museum is recognised as the foremost maritime archaeology museum in the southern hemisphere. Steeped in history\, the museum galleries house hundreds of relics from ships wrecked along WA’s treacherous coastline\, including the original timbers from Batavia (wrecked in 1629)\, the de Vlamingh Dish\, and also countless artefacts from the Dutch shipwrecks Zuytdorp\, Zeewijk and Vergulde Draeck. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy WA Shipwrecks Museum \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting there: There is nearby paid car parking and it is a 10-15 minute walk from the train station and bus terminus. \n\n\n\nMeet: At 10.30 am\, outside the Museum entrance. Please be aware that the WA Shipwrecks Museum does not have cloaking facilities or bag storage areas. As a consequence\, luggage and bags should not be taken into the Museum.  \n\n\n\nAn introduction to the Museum will be given by the volunteer guides. This will take approximately 45 minutes. The remainder of the time will be yours to see the various exhibitions of all the many ships wrecked off our coast. \n\n\n\nCost: The Museum is free but you are encouraged to give a donation to help fund their conservation work. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact: Margaret or the Office before Wednesday May 28 or just RSVP if you are coming so we can be sure that Museum guides know the size of the group.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/excursion-fremantle-shipwrecks-museum/
LOCATION:WA Shipwrecks Museum\, Cliff Street\, Fremantle\, WA
CATEGORIES:Excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Larke":MAILTO:mlarke@iinet.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250525T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250425T030138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T022515Z
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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Woodman Point Walk \nMeet:          At the entrance to Coogee Beach Café\, Powell Road\, Coogee [UBD 366\, E3] \nDetails:       The walk is approx 8 km along paved and sandy paths\, and beaches. \nWear clothes appropriate to the weather and suitable footwear. Bring morning tea\, lunch and drinking water to have during the walk. Optional afternoon tea\, coffee and cakes back at the cars. If you want to stay\, bring chair/blanket and extra provisions. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 24th May. \nContact:      Sue Gardner – Ph. 9414 9417
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-19/
LOCATION:Coogee\, end of Jervoise Bay Cove\, Coogee\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
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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
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250111T082544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T091921Z
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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:20250523T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250523T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250419T105327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T015826Z
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SUMMARY:NSB Golly Walk: Star Swamp Nocturnal Walk
DESCRIPTION:Instead of our usual morning walk this month we will be joining the Friends of Star Swamp Bushland for a walk around Star Swamp after dark. \nAbout a 90 minute walk along paths looking at and listening for night creatures. Stay for a cuppa afterwards. \nChildren welcome. \nWear comfortable closed footwear and clothes suitable for the weather. Bring a torch.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/april-nsb-golly-walk-star-swamp-nocturnal-walk/
LOCATION:Star Swamp\, Henderson Environmental Centre\, end of Groat Street\, North Beach\, WA\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
GEO:-31.8596834;115.7599762
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Star Swamp Henderson Environmental Centre end of Groat Street North Beach WA Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Henderson Environmental Centre\, end of Groat Street:geo:115.7599762,-31.8596834
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250521T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250521T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250221T073328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T034556Z
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SUMMARY:MYGALOMORPH SPIDERS (TRAPDOORS AND THEIR RELATIVES)
DESCRIPTION:Note we are back to meeting on the third Wednesday of the month for the rest of the year. \nOur speaker Jeremy Wilson is a Postdoctoral Researcher working on trapdoor spiders at UWA and WAM. \nJeremy’s presentation will examine the evolution of the burrowing behaviour in mygalomorph spiders (trapdoors and their relatives). During the talk he will discuss the  various burrow types constructed by mygalomorph spiders (highlighting examples from WA)\, compare them to examples worldwide to illustrate convergent evolution\, and explore how this broad evolutionary pattern has impacted taxonomy and systematics in the Mygalomorphae. Jeremy has indicated the talk will be WA-focused as possible with lots of relevant examples. \nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about trapdoor spiders and to acknowledge the pioneering work of our late patron\, Barbara York Main. \n(Photo: WA Museum)
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/mygalomorph-spiders-trapdoors-and-their-relatives/
LOCATION:Henderson Environmental Centre\, Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St\, North Beach\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Willy Dadour (NSB Chair)":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
GEO:-31.8596834;115.7599762
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Henderson Environmental Centre Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St North Beach Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Henderson Environmental Centre End of Groat St:geo:115.7599762,-31.8596834
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250519T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250428T041711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T041711Z
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SUMMARY:KRMB May General Meeting - Insects and Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Branch member Daniel Heald will deliver a presentation on the links between insects and medicine
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/krmb-may-general-meeting-insects-and-medicine/
LOCATION:Naragebup Rockingham Environment Centre\, 49 Safety Bay Road\, Peron\, WA\, Australia
GEO:-32.28319;115.7106583
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250511T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250425T031651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T031651Z
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SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Perth Hills Discovery Centre \nMeet:          Perth Hills Discovery Centre [UBD map 276 J11] \nDetails:       Perth Hills Discovery Centre to Ball Creek Campsite on the Bibbulmun Track. It is approximately 5km return with a few gradual slopes and no steps. \nWear clothes appropriate to the weather (i.e. hat / rainwear) and suitable footwear.   Toilets at the Discovery Centre and Ball Creek Campsite. \nBring morning tea\, lunch and drinking water. Optional afternoon tea\, coffee and cakes back at the cars. If you want to stay\, bring chair/blanket and extra provisions. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 10th May. \nContact:      Haydee Adel    0405244900
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-18-2/
LOCATION:Perth Hills Discovery Centre\, 380  Allen Road\, Mundaring\, WA\, 6073\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250510T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250426T024925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T025957Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Life of Otto Mueller
DESCRIPTION:Otto Mueller5/1/1930- 17/3/2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOtto with Angela Rossen at Tomato Lake \n\n\n\nphoto: Pam Ghirardi \n\n\n\n\nTime: 4pm onwardsVenue: Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre\, corner Flynn and Selby streets\, WembleyDate: Saturday 10th May 2025\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP for catering purposes by 7th May to:-\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeel free to bring any photos or stories to share.\n \n\n\n\n\nThe more of us\, the less there is for everything else
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/celebration-of-life-of-otto-mueller/
LOCATION:Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre\, Cnr Flynn and Selby St.\, Wembley\, WA\, 6018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claudia Mueller":MAILTO:muellerc122@gmail.com
GEO:-31.928995;115.804879
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre Cnr Flynn and Selby St. Wembley WA 6018 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Cnr Flynn and Selby St.:geo:115.804879,-31.928995
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250509T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250509T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20241215T005600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T031314Z
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SUMMARY:DRB Presents: John Huisman (WA Herbarium) - William Henry Harvey and his Western Australian Seaweeds
DESCRIPTION:DRB Presents: John Huisman (WA Herbarium) – William Henry Harvey and his Western Australian\nSeaweeds \nNote: no RSVP required. \nCOVID19: Even though restrictions have eased\, we will still encourage members and visitors to take precautions and please do not attend if unwell. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn Huisman \n  \n \nAsparagopsis armata \nDr John Huisman is the Curator of the Western Australian Herbarium (Department of Biodiversity\, Conservation and Attractions) and also undertakes taxonomic research into the Western Australian marine plants. Other than a two year sojourn to the Hawaiian Islands\, he has pursued a goal of a State-wide marine Flora since moving to Western Australia in 1985. John has written ten books and over 200 articles and chapters describing various seaweed related topics\, including the recent pictorial guide\, ‘Marine Plants of Australia (revised and updated) in 2023’\, which depicts over 640 species\, mostly photographed in situ. \n  \nJohn’s presentation will give a general overview of the history and current state of seaweed diversity in the Perth region\, but then concentrate on his efforts to clarify the identities of several species that were described by Irish botanist William Henry Harvey in 1855\, but since that time have defied attempts to place them in appropriate genera. \n  \n  \nPlus: \n\nKids’ talk – one of your younger members will be giving a 5 minutes kids’ talk.\nBoffins talk – A member will give an 8 minutes Boffins’ talk. Tony Start (DRB Member) will do a talk on “Dragonflies and Damselflies”\n“Nature road show”. Members and visitors are encouraged to bring items to place on the display table or to send photographs to the MC in advance\, e.g. a sample flower\, an insect\, and so on – anything of natural history interest that has legally been obtained. If we have time\, one of our experts will identify them or briefly talk about them\, or the person bringing them can talk about where they saw it\, etc. Photographs are particularly welcome\, as everyone can see them. If you wish to show a photograph please email it\, no later than the Wednesday before the meeting\, to our MC for this night\, and she/he will include it on her PowerPoint slides. We have a dedicated email for this purpose” natclub@webco.com.au\nThing of the month / Things coming up next month: These two presentations are about things in nature happening this month and things coming up\, so if you have any photos or information\, send them to: natclub@webco.com.au\nDoor prizes: You could also be the lucky winner of a door prize. We make sure there are prizes for both members and visitors.\nRaffle: We will have a great raffle  – please raid your piggy bank for a bit more cash\, $5 for 3 tickets.\n\nTime: Please come at 7.15pm or earlier if you wish\, for a 7.30pm start as we start promptly. We are open from 6.45pm. We finish formal proceedings no later than 9.30pm. \nDonation: All this for only a donation of $3 per person for adult members ($0 for child members)\, and $5 per adult visitor and $1 per visiting child to help with the costs of running the club\, venue hire\, insurance and so on.  Please bring the right CASH to help us avoid long queues. Thanks. We do not have EFTPOS facilities yet. \nEntrance: It is a condition of entry that everyone signs in on arrival\, thank you. \nParking: Free parking right outside. \nWheelchair access: Everything is on one level. \nToilets: Are inside. \nBookings: No bookings required. \nSee you there for fabulous night.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/drb-presents-tbc-4/
LOCATION:Kalamunda Community Centre\, Kalamunda Community Centre\, end of Crescent Rd\, Off Mundaring Weir Road\,\, Kalamunda\, WA\, 6076\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Bradley Cox":MAILTO:bradleywcox@outlook.com
GEO:-31.971941;116.0655086
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250502T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250502T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250405T021201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T021207Z
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SUMMARY:The Western Australian Naturalists’ Club – writing a Centenary history
DESCRIPTION:Dr Sue Graham-Taylor accepted the challenge of writing the centenary history of the Western Australian Naturalists’ Club being aware of the key role it has played in documenting and protecting WA’s environment as well as in educating the community. Her research has unearthed many aspects of our history that are not so widely known. \n\n\n\nSue will touch on some of her early findings.  She will address why the Club was not established until 1924\, when field naturalist clubs in other states were established from the 1880s.  \n\n\n\n\nDr Sue Graham-Taylor in the Battye Library \n\n\n\nThe talk will outline the state of knowledge of Western Australian flora and fauna at that time and the work of those earlier natural history societies which preceded the founding of the Club.  \n\n\n\n\nThe challenges in establishing the WA Naturalists’ Club were many but Dominic Serventy refused to believe\, as the Museum’s Ludwig Glauert did\, that establishing such an organisation would be impossible:  \n\n\n\nThe people out here were not educated enough\, all they thought about was horse racing\, the trots\, sports\, etc. \n\n\n\nDon Serventy decided to see for himself. \n\n\n\n\nSue will discuss this early membership\, influential personalities\, the huge range of early activities undertaken by the club such as exhibitions and Wildlife Shows\, and their impact. Ideas\, memories and photos from today’s members will be welcomed as she continues the task of working on our history.   \n\n\n\nDr Sue Graham-Taylor AM is a professional historian and researcher\, previously Curator History and Sustainability at the Western Australian Museum. Since that time\, Sue has curated a range of exhibitions\, including the WA Museum Boola Bardip’s Changes Gallery that looks at environmental change in Western Australia and has worked on a range of Swan River research projects.  Sue has an ongoing interest in the environment being involved with the Conservation Council and regularly volunteering with the Swan Estuary Reserve Action Group.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/the-western-australian-naturalists-club-writing-a-centenary-history/
LOCATION:Hew Roberts LT\, Nedlands Lecture Theatre\, Clifton St.\, Nedlands
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250501T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250507T235959
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
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SUMMARY:NOTLEY LATE EASTER CAMP 2025
DESCRIPTION:Dates:  Thursday 1 May – Wednesday 7 May \nA deposit of $100 is required to save your place and once the final number of attendees is known (a week before commencement) we will advise you of the remaining amount to pay. \nPay deposit via Humanitix. \nVenue: Wellington Forest and Collie region \nActivities: Wellington Discovery Forest Centre – Potters Gorge – Wyvern Road Nature Reserve – Coalfields Museum – Westralian Conservation Park – Harris Dam – Harris River Winery. Guided Tour of Collie Mural Trail featuring Flora and Fauna\, Wildflowers – Birds – Fungi – Snails – Ring-tailed Possums. \nAccommodation: Our accommodation for the 6 nights will be the Wellington Forest Cottages and Conference Centre\, situated 31 km southwest of Collie. https://wfccc.com.au/cottages/ \nWe have reserved 4 cottages. Three with inside toilet\, one with outside toilet.\nEach cottage has 3 bedrooms:\n– Master bedroom has 1 double and 1 single bed\n– Bedroom 2 has 3 single beds (no bunk beds)\n– Bedroom 3 has 2 single beds \nOptions: stay 6 nights or weekend only (2-3 nights). We will do our best to accommodate your request for a single room but cannot guarantee. Move in from 2pm on Thursday 1 May. Depart by 10am Wednesday 7 May. \nThe final cost per person can only be determined once we know the final number of attendees\, but we estimate $60-$65 per person per night. \nWhat’s included in the cost\n– Accommodation\n– Use of Conference Centre\n– Guided tour of Collie Murals and Arboretum \nWhat’s not included\n– Entry to Collie Coalfields Museum\n– Hire of canoes/kayaks \nNon-members are welcome but will be charged an extra $75 or they can spend the same amount and join the Club. \nBring: your own bedding- sheets\, blankets\, pillow case and towels\, as well as food. We will make a couple of visits to Collie where you will be able to restock. \nContact: Don Poynton for any questions and further information. If you have a medical condition we should be aware of please provide information directly to the organizer at natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/advance-notice-notley-late-easter-camp-2/
LOCATION:Wellington Forest\, Collie\, WA\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250427T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250427T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250321T044921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T044921Z
UID:10000606-1745746200-1745767800@www.wanaturalists.org.au
SUMMARY:WA Nats Bushwalking Group
DESCRIPTION:Rocky Bay to Chidley Pt and return\nMeet: The Tom Perrott Reserve car park\, McCabe Street\, Mosman Park (UBD 306\, E10) \nDetails:       The walk is about 8 km return. Toilets at Tom Perrott Reserve and Russell Brown Adventure Park (BYO paper).  Walk down-river to Cyprus Hill for morning tea and rest stop.  Walk up-river to Chidley Point Lookout and return to Russell Brown Park for lunch.   Short walk back to Tom Perrott Reserve car park from Russell Brown Adventure Park. \nMostly paved track\, short section on sand track with some limestone rocks.  It’s mostly flat with two moderate hill sections. It has good shade from the trees in most parts with a few exposed sections. Lovely views of the river along the whole way. There are a lot of historical spots to read/talk about along the way e.g. aboriginal sites/the old sugar refinery etc. \nWear clothes appropriate to the weather (i.e. hat / rainwear / sunscreen) and suitable footwear.  Bring morning tea and drinking water\, and lunch to have back at the cars. \nPlease be aware\, if the weather dictates\, the leader may choose to cancel or change the walk. Check the website for updates after 6pm on Saturday 26th April. \nContact:      Robyn Weir 0407 993 098 / Chris Gillam 0407 005 940 (text only please).
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/wa-nats-bushwalking-group-17/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250427T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250427T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T143615Z
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SUMMARY:Goegrup Lake
DESCRIPTION:Goegrup Lake is a scenic spot where the Serpentine River approaches the Peel Harvey Estuary. It is a good place to view migratory and resident shorebirds\, raptors such as Ospreys\, plus birds that use the Samphire and shrub habitats present in the reserve. \n\n\n\nMeet: At the carpark at the Riverside Gardens picnic area\, at the intersection of Redcliffe Road and Wanda Road\, Greenfields. \n\n\n\n\n\nContact:  for further details.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/goegrup-lake/
LOCATION:Goegrup Lake\, Redcliffe Rd and Wanda Rd\, Greenfields\, Western Australia\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250423T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250423T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061848
CREATED:20250221T065656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T070445Z
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SUMMARY:BEACHCOMB AND SNORKEL : ILUKA BEACH
DESCRIPTION:NSB’s annual Beachcomb and Snorkel will be a month later than usual due to the re-enactment of our first walk in 1985 taking precedent in March. \nHowever\, given the sea temperature was 2-3 degrees above the norm for summer we should still be able to get into and out of the water without turning into icebergs. \nIf the weather is not conducive to a swim we will take a walk along the coastal path. Either way the coffee van will be waiting for us.
URL:https://www.wanaturalists.org.au/events/beachcomb-and-snorkel/
LOCATION:Iluka Foreshore Park\, Iluka Foreshore Park\, Burns Beach Rd\, Iluka\, Western Australia\, 6028\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Poynton":MAILTO:natsnorthernbranch@gmail.com
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