Events - November 2007

Bush Regeneration - Dunbogan
Mon 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th

Bush Regeneration at Muogamarra Nature Reserve
Sat 3rd

Fish Survey @ Manly - Sun 4th

Fish Survey @ Port Stephens - Sun 4th

Fish Survey @ Jervis Bay
Sat 17th & Wed 28th

Fish Survey Training @ Jervis Bay
Fri 30th & Sat 1st

Bush Regeneration: Dunbogan - Gogleys Lagoon/Trevors Corner - Monday 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th

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

Bush Regeneration at Muogamarra Nature Reserve
Sat 3rd

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!

Fish Survey @ Manly - Sun 4th

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.

Fish Survey @ Port Stephens - Sun 4th

Members of the Charlestown Diving Academy Social Club will be completing Fish Surveys on the first Sunday of the month in the Port Stephens area.

The data divers gather will illustrate the positive impacts to fish populations of previous and current sanctuary zones in the Port Stephens - Great Lakes Marine Park.

This project is supported by Envirofund.

Fish Survey @ Jervis Bay - Sat 17th & Wed 28th

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.

Fish Survey Training @ Jervis Bay - Fri 30th & Sat 1st

Another group of divers from the Jervis Bay Dive Club will complete training this weekend to be able to participate in HarbourKeepers and CoastKeepers survey of NSW marine fish. The Fish Survey is a statewide survey of the frequency and distribution of 50 marine fish species. Data is forwarded to BioNet, Project AWARE and other agencies to inform marine management decisions and identify trends in marine pressures.

Training consists of a 3 hour fish identification workshop and two training dives. Divers who successfully complete training are able to incorporate Fish Surveys into their normal dive activities and join organised Fish Survey events. Successful completion of the HarbourKeepers & CoastKeepers Fish Survey course also results in PADI certification as a Project AWARE Fish Identification speciality diver.

To learn more about CoastKeepers Fish Surveys click here. If you belong to a dive club in NSW and would like to find out how to get involved contact Dave at daver@marine.org.au

This project is supported by Envirofund.

Please click here to register!

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