Guided bird watching walk
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About This Event
Join Environment Centre staff on an early morning walk and improve your bird identification skills while exploring the reserve. Staff will guide you through their tips and tricks to observing birds while providing fun information on what you might see while out in the wetlands. This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, send an email. Booking requirements: Required via Eventbrite. Maximum 5 tickets.Children must be aged 12 years and over and accompanied by an adult.A ratio of 1:4 parents to children is required to ensure children have adequate supervision for our activitiesIf you cannot attend, please cancel via Eventbrite.Requirements on the day: Please arrive 10 minutes early for check in.Wear a wide-brimmed hat and secure, fully enclosed walking shoes.Sun-smart clothing, sunscreen and insect repellent are essential.Bring water in a reusable bottle and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site.Binoculars supplied, please bring your own if you have them.Note: Any walks or outdoor activities are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
Getting There
Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre
Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre, 31 Paperbark Drive (entry via Stanworth Rd), Boondall
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