When: 1pm - 3pm, Friday 24th October

We'll notice how birds and habitat reveal Wurundjeri Country's seven seasons through animal behaviour and plant display, as part of the Great Southern Bioblitz campaign in Greater Melbourne.
Join Hume Council's Urban Biodiversity Officer, Melissa Dougherty and MCMC's Biodiversity and Waterway Dr Angela Foley to visit one of Hume's most significant grasslands at Bababi Marning, aka Cooper St Grasslands, between Cooper Street, Metrolink Circuit and Merri Creek, Campbellfield.

Horsfield''s Bronze Cuckoo, image by Jonathan Tickner.

Author of Birding Along the Merri Creek, Jonathon Tickner will be on hand to support our bird I.D. Our bird focused walk and talk means we’ll use iNaturalist to add data as we listen for bird calls, walk and stop frequently, and keep a respectful distance from nests and fragile plants.

Registration essential HERE. 

Meeting point: at the small park, located at 60-68 Metrolink Circuit, Campbellfield. Here is a google map link:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MjKG26bkJukzYpzn7 There is no public transport in the nearby area.

BYO binoculars if you have them. Beginners welcome.

This event is suitable for everyone (those under 18 years must attend with a parent or guardian). Please wear sturdy shoes, long pants, dress for the weather and don’t attend if you are feeling unwell.

Funded by Hume City Council and a Community Participation Grant.