The launch of the updated brochure and a new digital resource are set for Sunday, May 19, at a community morning tea at Tallarook Cricket Club.
The venue is next to the Boulton Flora Reserve, one of the ‘Natural Treasures’ featured in the new updated brochure.
Led by local ecologist and volunteer Peter Mitchell, the updated guides include detailed maps and information about nature reserves that are open and available for everyone to explore.
“The landscapes of Mitchell Shire have many natural treasures, including small but rich patches of wildflowers, tree-lined corridors along roadsides, railways and creeks, larger conservation reserves and state forests, and private bushlands,” Dr Mitchell said.
“This guide showcases the many wonderful places in our shire where we can enjoy nature and appreciate the amazing wildlife, wildflowers and ecosystems right in our backyards.”
The free community launch event on May 19 will welcome community members to learn and show them how to find these reserves, access walking maps and dig into the natural history that makes these natural treasures such rich places.
The launch will include a talk by Dr Doug Robinson, chief conservation scientist with Trust for Nature Victoria, as well as kids’ activities and a chance to connect with various local environmental community groups and land managers.
There’ll also be a short-guided nature walk in Boulton Flora Reserve, led by local botanist David Laurie.
The updated brochure and digital guide have been developed by BEAM Mitchell Environment Group with Wallan Environment Group and Mitchell Shire Council and supported by Wettenhall Environment Trust.
Visit www.beam.org.au/natural-treasures for more information.
