Events - July 2007

Bush Regeneration - Dunbogan
Mon 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th

Fish Survey @ Manly - Sun 1st

Bush Regeneration at Muogamarra
Nature Reserve - Sat 14th

Jervis Bay Dive Club Fish Survey
Sat 14th & Wed 25th

Bush Regeneration - Crowdy Bay
National Park - Sun 15th

Underwater Clean Up - Illawong Bay
Sun 15th

URG HarbourKeepers Fish Survey - Sat 21st

Bush Regeneration: Dunbogan - Gogleys Lagoon/Trevors Corner - Monday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th

The Mid North Coast Branch of National Parks Association complete bush regeneration work every Monday morning at Gogleys Lagoon and Trevors Corner in Dunbogan, a short drive south of Port Macquarie.

This is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to contribute to the restoration of this beautiful part of the NSW coast. No previous experience is required as training will be given on the day, so come along and gain some new skills while making new friends.

Work starts at 8 am and finishes at 11 am. You should bring morning tea, plenty of drinking water, protective clothing, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent and a hat. The meeting place changes every week so contact us in advance to book a place and ensure that you have the correct meeting location. Contact Dave at daver@marine.org.au

Fish Survey @ Manly - Sun 1st

A group of volunteer divers undertake bi-monthly fish surveys at sites around the Manly area as part of CoastKeepers @ Manly. Participation is open to any diver who has completed the HarbourKeepers and CoastKeepers Fish Survey course. Through these regular dives a picture of the frequency, distribution and seasonal variation of 50 key marine fish species in the Manly area will be built.

Data collected from the Fish Surveys @ Manly is forwarded to BioNet - the NSW government's online biodiversity database, Project AWARE for inclusion in a global fish survey initiative and the Manly Environment Centre.

This project is supported by Envirofund.

Get involved in Fish Surveys
CoastKeepers Fish Surveys monitor 50 different NSW marine fish species. Divers are trained in survey techniques and fish identification. For more information about CoastKeepers Fish Surveys click here.

Bush Regeneration at Muogamarra Nature Reserve - Sat 14th

This is a unique opportunity to visit Muogamurra Nature Reserve, an area that is closed to public access for most of the year. You will be working in Peats Crater and Peats Bight, in the northern end of the reserve. These areas originate from volcanic dykes and diatremes and were extensively cleared and grazed in the 1840's. The fertile soils have been invaded by several exotic plant species, which have competed with natives since the last of the cattle were removed in 1974.

Come and be involved in essential bush regeneration activities organised by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. Travel by boat to Muogamarra Nature Reserve then walk alongside waterways and through healthy bushland to access the sites.

The tools, training and morning tea will be provided, no experience is necessary. Bring plenty of drinking water, sun protection, long sleeves and pants, sturdy shoes and a packed lunch.

To get involved you should first register as a CoastKeeper. Once registered send an email to Dave daver@marine.org.au to book a place on the boat.

Booking is essential to ensure your place on the boat!

Jervis Bay Dive Club Fish Survey - Sat 14th & Wed 25th

Divers from the Jervis Bay Dive Club will complete Fish Surveys on the second Saturday and last Wednesday of each month.

Club members have frequently participated in marine research programs inside the Jervis Bay Marine Park and have extensive knowledge of the Fish Survey target species.

CoastKeepers will forward data gathered by the Jervis Bay Dive Club surveyors to BioNet, Project AWARE and the Jervis Bay Marine Park Authority to inform marine management decisions.

The Jervis Bay Dive Club is the first CoastKeepers Fish Survey hub outside of the Sydney region. This year several Fish Survey hubs will be established along the NSW coast. Contact Dave if you are interested in getting your dive club invovled info@coastkeepers.org.au

This project is supported by Envirofund.

Bush Regeneration - Crowdy Bay National Park - Sun 15th

The mid north coast branch of the National Parks Association are holding a day of bush regeneration on Sunday 15th July. Several areas of bushland in Crowdy Bay National Park will be targetted. This is a stunning part of NSW and the day is an excellent opportunity for volunteers to meet other people interested in conservation, as well as gaining some awesome experience and knowledge.

No experience is necessary, as all volunteers can be trained on the day - so get out there and get your hands dirty! Beautiful bushland and a load of friendly faces await you - new volunteers are always welcome.

Work will start at 8.45 am at Blackbutt Picnic Area and finish at 3pm, when all volunteers will meet for afternoon tea. You should bring morning tea, lunch, sunscreen, insect repellant, drinking water, sturdy shoes and a hat. Afternoon tea, gloves & tools will be provided.

Underwater Clean Up - Illawong Bay - Sun 15th

All call for divers keen to help clean up this popular fishing spot at Illawong Bay in the Ku-ring-gai National Park.

We last cleaned this area in April and were amazed at the amount of rubbish in the water deep in one of Sydney's most beautiful National Parks.

Divers will work to remove debris including a maze of discarded fishing line and fishing tackle. No prior experience is required though divers should have a minimum of 20 logged dives and have dived in the last 6 months. Contact Dave for details and to book: info@coastkeepers.org.au

URG HarbourKeepers Fish Survey - Sat 21st

The Underwater Research Group (URG) will be conducting a Fish Survey dive on Saturday 21st. This 14 metre drift dive will be at Middle Head. Dive with some of Sydney's most knowledgable, experienced and friendly divers and be amazed!

Membership of URG is required for URG boat dives, while all HarbouKeepers & CoastKeepers are welcome on shore dives. For more information about URG go to www.urgdiveclub.org.au

Please click here to register!

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